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Safeguards to Australia's Democratic Society 'A Fair Go' (The…
Safeguards to Australia's Democratic Society 'A Fair Go'
The people elect the government
Independent state and federal electoral commissions
Role to ensure the elections are...
Free
Fair
Conducted in accordance to the law
Done through:
Polling booths
Venues
Postal
Compulsory voting
Ensures the majority of the state will support the government
Citizens must cast their voting in secrecy
Reduce the risk of intimidation
AEC (Australian Electoral Commission)
responsible for:
Managing the electorate roll
Confirming secrecy of votes
Correctly counting votes
Managing federal elections
Governments uphold our shared values
Our parliament makes laws that protect our shared values
All citizens must be treated well
Dignity
Equality
Mutual respect
Important rights that are protected
A fair trial and freedom from torture
Life, liberty and security of person
Working and living in a healthy environment
Basic healthcare and education
Cohesive society= living together in a peaceful, inclusive and tolerant manner
The right to dissent
Individuals have the right to oppose views held by the government
Cannot be punished if done lawfully
Can publicly express disagreement in a lawful manner
Freedom of speech
Press and protest
Only limited to protect people from things such as:
Untrue statements
Discrimination
Protect national interests
Processes to resolve differences
To resolve problems or disputes
Formal legal decisions
Informal discussions
Processes that may be used:
Negotiations
Meditation
Reconciliation
Without these processes more aggressive outcomes could be the result
Introduction
Australia's system of Government is based on core beliefs and values that are respected by most citizens
Key values:
Giving people a fair go
The government must promote tolerance , cooperation and freedom
Human rights