Democracy in Australia
Overview
‘Democracy in Australia’ contains descriptions of Australia’s democracy and political system, characteristics of an open democratic society, and reforms needed to strengthen democracy in Australia. It includes some twenty pieces on electoral reform, a stronger parliament, a more accountable government, anti-corruption, freedom of speech, citizen engagement and human rights.
- Australia’s political system
- Characteristics of a democratic society
- Strengthening democracy in Australia
- Electoral reform
- A stronger parliament
- A more accountable government
- Anti-Corruption
- Citizen engagement
- Freedom of speech & the media
- Human rights
- Summary Table – Democracy
Click the following to access the Collaboration’s 40 Fact & Issue sheets, its Democracy in Australia material, its Essays, Books & Reports or its School resources.