Just a few hours after the Jenkins report shone the spotlight on behavioural standards of politics – again – both chambers descended into old school unedifying conduct, a product of the approaching election and a recognition that politics will always, ultimately be combative.
Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com
