Democracy is a system of government made by the people for the people.

the Westminster System is a form of parliamentary government which includes a lower house, an upper house and a head of state such as the Queen.

The concept of justice in Australia ultimately means that people should treat each other in a manner that is fair and balanced

The concept of participation is an important part of living in a democracy. It refers to the way good citizens contribute to or take part in society

The concept of rights and responsibilities refers to our entitlements and duties as citizens

Treating others with consideration and valuing
their views, beliefs and rights

Rights and privileges for all without discrimination from age, gender, religion or sexual orientation

All people treated fairly. Everyone given a 'fair go'.

Rights, privileges and responsibilities for all without interference.

Customary Law is made up of customs, it is an add-on as such, as well as following criminal law you also have to follow your religion or country's separate laws. This does not exclude you from other laws.

Criminal law refers to the group of laws that have been put in place to protect us from harm. It is considered a crime when one of these laws is broken

Civil Law protects individuals. It usually deals with disputes between individuals (or businesses/industries) that result in loss or harm. In simple speech, civil law aims to right the wrongs.

Statutory laws are those that are made and passed by parliament

Common law is created when a judge has to make a ruling about a case that is not covered by statutory law.

Voting is a great way of participating in our democracy because you choose the next representatives

Freedom of association refers to the right to peacefully form or join a group, club or organisation without being stopped

Freedom of assembly refers to the right to peacefully gather or meet in public or private places

Freedom of speech refers to our right to express information, opinions and beliefs without fear of the government preventing us or punishing us for it.

Freedom of religion is the right to believe in or practice whatever religion you want to

Freedom of movement refers to a citizen’s ability to freely move between states or regions within their own country

Protests are used to change the senators minds into making things that would help them