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Parliament plays catch-up with the rest of society

The core cultural failing is that political management is wired into the place. Will it change now?

Phillip Coorey

Just over two decades ago, federal parliament was reeling following the suicide of a young Labor MP, Greg Wilton.

He took his life in June 2000 after the breakdown of his marriage and subsequent media coverage of his depressive condition, his likely resignation and who would win his seat in a byelection.

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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

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