As Labor’s jobs and skills summit kicks off, it’s all about having a seat at the table

In parliament's great hall unionists, civil society and business give a little of their time, maybe endure a little boredom, in a bid to influence policy

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Every three years the Australian Labor party meets to debate" changes to its platform, which are largely fixed by backroom factional deals before the national conference or on its sidelines.

So when it is said that Labor is a political party well-practised at achieving a great deal while making it appear as boring as possible - it's actually a compliment.