this is a system of government run by the people for the people. in Australia we have a representative democracy meaning we vote for representatives to make laws on our behalf.

a parliament system that consists of 2 chambers (houses), the members of these houses are elected by the people to make laws.
a sovereign (king, queen or governor general) the head of state has various powers and is required to give final approval on a law.

people should treat each other in a manner that is fair and balanced for all.

good citizens contribute or take part in society through activities such as voting in an election or referendum, serving in a jury, or paying taxes.

refers to our entitlements and duties as citizens. for example, rights; freedom of religion, protection against discrimination, responsibilities; pay taxes, obeying the law.

the beliefs and ideals held by our society as a democracy; respect, equality, fairness and freedom

Democratic system relies on individuals being able to make an informed decisions about which political party would make laws best reflecting their views

It is essential that the media present impartial and unbiased information especially in the lead-up to elections.

Wealthy individuals and large corporations have been able to have a disproportionate amount of influence over government policy. By making large donations to parties who benefit their interests.

E.g., Charles Bass (co- founder of large mining company) donated $200 000 to liberals. Philip Morris (tobacco company) donated to the liberals because of tobacco packaging.

Criminal groups and networks that undertake very carefully planned criminal activities

e.g.: Drug trafficking, trafficking of weapons, human trafficking

The immoral abuse of power for personal gain, is another factor that threatens democracies all around the world

Australia is viewed as having one of the least corrupt public or government sectors in the world. However, our ranking has dropped in the last five years due to an increase in corruption, bribery and fraud in various organisation.

Generally associated with gangs who act in an unruly and sometimes violent manner with no regard for the law.

Is an index that ranks countries “by their perceived levels of public sector corruption, as determined by experts’ assessments and opinion surveys” the CPI generally defines corruption as an “abuse of entrusted powers for private gain”

The higher the score the less corrupt. The lower the score the more corruption.

the Taiji dolphin dives, this is one of the biggest causes to dolphin capture and slaughter because Taiji is known to be one of the largest global dolphin suppliers, this include live dolphins for shows and dolphin meat

entertainment industry is another major cause to the captivity of dolphins, the industry will capture live young dolphins and trap them in concrete pools where they will spend the rest of their lives.

there are many unnatural behaviours that dolphins demonstrate as a result of captivity, these are; loss of appetite, ulcers, poking their heads above the water. beaching themselves as part of shows and indicating/vocalising for food

suffer from stress-related illnesses which could lead to their death.

Japan’s animal protection law (the Animal Welfare and Management Act) says you cannot inflict undue cruelty or injury to an animal

Culling standards state that animals must be made unconscious before being killed

international marine mammal project helped close or prevent the construction of numerous dolphinariums globally and supports the efforts to create a permanent seaside rehabilitation facility.

supporting organisations such as whale and dolphins conservation.

dying at a young age from infections and other health conditions

collapsed dorsal fins, also prone to attacking trainers and the general public.

Some marine parks like Sea World have stopped their killer whale breeding program in certain locations which means the orcas that still live would be the last generation.

anti-whaling acts, banning commercial whaling in many countries across the globe including Australia.

The Whale Sanctuary Project is working towards the rehabilitation of current captives so they can learn to live in seaside sanctuaries since they are incapable of living freely on their own.

creating sanctuaries for captive whales to be rehabilitated, these sanctuaries would be sea pens or netted-off bays or coves, in temperate to cold water natural habitats.

each state, territory and federal parliament is elected by the people

Compulsory voting means our government have the support of majority of the people

Main feature of democracy is that our parliament makes and enforces laws that protect our shared values so that all citizens are treated equally

The laws protect our right to: a fair trial, basic health care and education, life and security

Individuals have the right to oppose or disagree with the views held by the government

Freedom of speech and freedom of assembly allow us to protest without fear of punishment

To keep peace, processes exist to help groups or individuals resolve their problems or disputes

Process can be in formal setting (courts) or informal domestic setting: