University of Canberra Deputy Vice-Chancellor Geoff Crisp speaks with Michelle Grattan about the week in politics. They discuss the High Court’s ruling on a public servant’s social media posts, and the upcoming public service review. They also talk about Andrew Hastie’s comments on China, and the government’s upcoming commitment to protect shipping trades in the Middle East.

Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.