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What the past two decades of politics can teach you

When it comes to big reforms in politics, take what is on offer because it will be decades, if ever, before you get another chance.

Phillip CooreyPolitical editor

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If you are somebody who worries about climate change and believes Australia should be a republic, it has been a rough few days.

Conversely, for those happy with global warming and the British monarch being Australia's head of state, it's been a period of quiet and reflective joy.

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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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