Opinion

Who were Australia's best prime ministers? We asked the experts

By Paul Strangio
Updated August 4 2021 - 3:17pm, first published August 2 2021 - 12:16pm
Prime-ministerial rankings have become a more common pursuit in Australia over the past decade. Pictures: Public domain except Hawke, Keating and Howard (Commonwealth of Australia)
Prime-ministerial rankings have become a more common pursuit in Australia over the past decade. Pictures: Public domain except Hawke, Keating and Howard (Commonwealth of Australia)

Who have been Australia's most accomplished prime ministers? Curiously, it's a question that is seldom asked. We enthusiastically compile lists of the greatest films or sporting champions, but rarely do we apply the same energy to thinking about prime-ministerial virtuosity.

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