Australasian Study of Parliament Group - Queensland Chapter

12/10/2026

📣 Next ASPG-Q Event: Dr Paul Reynolds and The Art of Political Commentary

Join us for an evening reflecting on the life, work and legacy of Dr Paul Reynolds (1944–2026) — respected political scientist, educator, researcher, commentator, and the first Chair of ASPG-Q.

🗓 Monday, 26 October 2026
⏰ Arrive 5:45pm for a 6:00pm start
📍 Dandiir Room, Level 5, Parliamentary Annexe

Tickets are strictly limited so act fast!

Register here 👉 https://aspg-qdrpaulreynolds.eventbrite.com.au

Join us for an event remembering the contribution of Dr Paul Reynolds to political commentary in Queensland.

20/08/2026

What a wonderful evening! Thank you to all who participated in this engaging discussion and congratulations to Eli Tidd, the recipient of the 2025/26 ASPG-Q Prize for Parliamentary Scholarship.

We look forward to seeing you all at the next ASPG-Q event later this year - keep your eyes peeled 👀

19/06/2026

📣 Next ASPG-Q Event: AI in Parliament - Risks, opportunities and what's next?

Join us to discuss how AI may present risks and opportunities for the conduct of parliamentary business in Queensland with a panel of experts and parliamentary officers from across Australia.

🗓 Monday, 27 July 2026
📍5.45pm (for a 6.00pm start), Dandiir Room, Queensland Parliament

Get your tickets to this free event now!

Register here 👉 https://aspg-qaipanelevent.eventbrite.com.au

09/03/2026

📣 Panellist Announcement!

Hear from academics, young people and journalists sharing their views on lowering the voting age to 16 years!

All details are below⬇️

Should 16 year olds get the vote? 📣
Join ASPG-Q for a fascinating panel discussion on youth voting.

Panel to be moderated by Alex Brewster, State Political Reporter for ABC News.
Panellists:
- Dr Scott Prasser, Academic, Public Policy Analyst & Commentator
- Hayes Butler-Dupuy, Steering Group Member – Make it 16 Campaign
- Dr Sofia Ammassari, Research Fellow (School of Government and International Relations) – Griffith University

🗓 Monday, 23 March 2026, 5.45pm for a 6.00pm start
📍 Red Chamber, Queensland Parliament (with light refreshments following in the Lucinda Bar)
Register now 👉 https://loom.ly/NnOcFmw

22/02/2026

📣 Next ASPG-Q Event: Should 16 year olds get the vote?

Join us for a riveting panel discussion traversing the key arguments for and against lowering the voting age!

🗓 Monday, 23 March 2026
📍Red Chamber, Queensland Parliament

Get your tickets to this free event now!

Register now 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/aspg-q-should-16-year-olds-get-the-vote-tickets-1982847337764?aff=oddtdtcreator

26/01/2026

📣 Submissions closing soon!

Details are below ⬇️

Call for Papers: 2025/26 ASPG-Q Prize for Parliamentary Scholarship 📣
Are you a student with a passion for parliament, politics, or public institutions? This is your chance to be recognised.
The Australasian Study of Parliament Group (Queensland Chapter) is inviting submissions for the 2025/26 ASPG-Q Prize, recognising outstanding research and analysis on the institution of parliament.

What’s on offer?
- $1,000 prize 🏆
- Your paper submitted for presentation (via video conference) at the 2026 ASPG National Conference

To enter, submit an article or dissertation of no more than 10,000 words, written within 30 months of the closing date.
Submissions close: 27 February 2026, 5pm
To apply, email your nomination to [email protected]
Learn more 👉 https://loom.ly/wHMGsWE

02/12/2025

📣 Get your nominations in!

Call for Papers: 2025/26 ASPG-Q Prize for Parliamentary Scholarship 📣
Are you a student with a passion for parliament, politics, or public institutions? This is your chance to be recognised.
The Australasian Study of Parliament Group (Queensland Chapter) is inviting submissions for the 2025/26 ASPG-Q Prize, recognising outstanding research and analysis on the institution of parliament.

What’s on offer?
- $1,000 prize 🏆
- Your paper submitted for presentation (via video conference) at the 2026 ASPG National Conference

To enter, submit an article or dissertation of no more than 10,000 words, written within 30 months of the closing date.
Submissions close: 27 February 2026, 5pm
To apply, email your nomination to [email protected]
Learn more 👉 https://loom.ly/wHMGsWE