beliefs, rights, liberties Flashcards
Australian main beliefs?
Peace
Respect
Freedom
Equality
What kind of democracy is Australia?
Parliamentary democracy
What does rule of law mean?
All Australians are equal under the law, no person/group is above the law
Compassion for those in need in Australian terms?
“Mateship”, being a good person/mate
3 main freedoms in Australia?
Freedom of speech/expression
Freedom of association
Freedom of religion and secular government
Protests must be?
Within the law, peaceful, no injury/damage to property
Main equalities in Australia?
Equality of men/women Equality of opportunity - no class distinction - success should be hard work and talent, not background or wealth
4 responsibilities as a citizen
Obey the law
Vote in elections
Defend Australia if needed
Serve on a jury if called
New privileges as Australian citizen?
Vote in elections Work in public service/defence force Election to parliament Australian Passport Australian consular assistance Register children born overseas as Aussies by descent
Voting in australia rules?
Compulsory in federal/state/territory elections
Some local governments not compulsory