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civics and citizenship (law in action (why do we have laws (reasons for…
civics and citizenship
law in action
why do we have laws
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non legal laws - - rules (laws) that are enforceable by the government, eg stealing.
why do we obey laws- Without laws everyone could do everything. We need them so society can function peacefully. Laws must all be understandable and accepted by the public. We obey laws because we do not want to face the consequences
second reading- MP that introduced it will explain why he did it. The others can ask questions and suggest changes. In the end, members vote on the bill and passes through a third reading
senate The bill will go through three readings states again. The Bill will pass to and from the upper and lower house until they both agree or the Senate rejects it
first reading -Member of parliament introduces a bill and gives every other MP a copy. They will read it in their spare time.
governor general- - he gives the royal assent on behalf on the Queen. This is usually just a formality
third reading- After it is read the vote against. This is to make sure that no unreasonable law makes it to the senate
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democratic values- the beliefs and values that are held by our society as a democracy, for example, respect, equality, fairness and freedom
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participation- refers to the way good citizens contribute to or take part in society, such as voting, protesting and contacting local member of parliament.
responsibility refers to the way good citizens contribute to or take part in society, such as voting, protesting and contacting local member of parliament.
freedoms
freedom of speech- allows a person to actively participate in Australia's democracy by voicing their opinions publicly about any topic within the bounds of the law
This freedom isn't states in the Australian constitution, but our democratic values protect this right. However, it has restricted in a few way
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media- must follow classification law eg G, PG, m
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anti discrimination law-No spreading information or opinions that that are offensive to a religion or race
freedom of association a person can be a member of political party or form a group without fear of persecution
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workplace relations-employer can fire employee if he commits a crime, not if he is part of a union
freedom of assemblyallows people to meet in groups for social or political purposes It is protected by a treaty
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police assembly law-police has the right to end a gathering if they believe it will become a riot, be violent or disturb the peace in a public place.
freedom of religion- free to practice any religion or no religion. No religious law is over Australian constitution
It is protected by the Australian constitution. Australia is a secular country that is not influenced by religion. The criminal code section 80.2C prevents people from advocating terrorism
freedom of movement-we are allowed to exit and re-enter the country. Migrants have conditions placed on their visas.
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AUSTRALIAN IDENTITY
Australia's national identity- is made up of our shared history along with our diverse traditions and culture.
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our changing identity
taking ownership of decisions to ensure that others do not suffer as a result of our behavior. We must consider the effect of our decisions on others as well as ourselves.
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Australian values values are ideals and behaviors that we consider important. Good values allow us to live in harmony
a fair go- means that everyone deserves the same chance to succeed. eg healthcare, and the opportunity to earn a sufficient living
compassion- is a human response to the suffering of others that makes us want to help or relieve those that are suffering. Australia can assist countries that are less fortunate.
inclusion- Some people's differences are much more noticeable than others and they may be excluded because of these differences. We need to include everyone, so we all live in harmony.
responsibility's- taking ownership of decisions to ensure that others do not suffer as a result of our behavior. We must consider the effect of our decisions on others as well as ourselves.
freedom- is when we treat everyone the same. the government sometimes doesn't treat everyone the same eg same sex
couples.
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Statutory Laws are those that that are made and passed by parliament. They can be passed through federal and state parliaments. Both of the parliaments follow similar steps to pass
Some people think that the first Europeans were pioneers and settlers, other see them as invaders
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occupy wall street - is a gathering in the US meant to protest about the wealthiest 1% of the Earth.