In many respects , Australia 's electorate expects its politicians to come out of this mold and few have disappointed . Tony Abbott , the man tipped to be Australia 's next leader , is known for his aggression . He has been accused of being a bully and an authoritarian figure who will not tolerate dissent or criticism from within his own party. Australian politics has a long tradition of verbal brawlers .
Tony Abbott , the man tipped to be Australia 's next leader , is known for his aggression . He has been accused of being a bully and an authoritarian figure who will not tolerate dissent or criticism from within his own party. Australian politics has a long tradition of verbal brawlers .