This book analyses understandings of citizenship in the context of different housing tenures in Australia. The research combines the theoretical work of Marshall and Mannheim to address variations and tensions in modern citizenship. Variations in the understanding and practice of citizenship among homeowners, homebuyers, private renters and social housing tenants are examined using both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The book highlights the relationship between citizens in different housing tenures to several key aspects of modern citizenship: membership, participation and...

This book examines the influence of historical and popular figures on the way Australians see themselves in the 21st century. Investigating whether colonial figures such as convicts and bushrangers still influence contemporary Australian identity, and how the influence of sports figures, politicians and scientists manifests itself.