With billions of dollars on the banquet table, Australia should choose its dinner guests wisely.

KELLIE TRANTER is a lawyer, researcher, and human rights advocate. She tweets from @KellieTranter
With billions of dollars on the banquet table, Australia should choose its dinner guests wisely.
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