Published in 1945, this well researched pamphlet gives a clear analysis on the encroaching privatisation of public industry in Australia, from the Commonwealth Bank and the public owned Brickworks and much more.

Written by E.W. Campbell, “People Versus Banks” convincingly argues for the necessity of the nationalisation of the Australian private banking sector. The article is opened by the then Australian Communist Party President, Lance Sharkey covering nationalisation, the effects of The Great Depression and the rise of Fascism in pre-WW2 Europe.

In 1947, the Chifley Labor government tried to put the Commonwealth Bank under stricter control. The capitalists went berserk saying it was Communism in disguise and set out (successfully) to defeat the referendum that was required. The ACP argued for full nationalisation of the finance sector and their arguments are presented in this booklet.

Written in 1946, “The Gas Monopoly” provides a strong argument against the privatisation of essential needs for the community. Published by the Victorian State Committee, the publication makes a strong argument for nationalisation of industry and the benefits of it.

Written in 1947, Gibson gives a detailed description of the corrupt nature of the capitalist economy. With wage increases not keeping up with inflation and unpaid wages very common. This pamphlet explains how such injustices arise and what can be done about it.

In November 1943 the ACP was requested by the Commonwealth Housing Commission to submit proposals for a post-war Housing Scheme. Addressing the shortage of homes as well as the extent of involvement of private enterprise.

In 1944 our farming communities were facing the very same issues that they face today, the ACP’s Agrarian Committee had a plan and policy. With monopolisation threatening the farmer’s market, to banks heavily burdening the industry with high amounts of debt.