Senator Natasha Stott Despoja (SA) speaks in The Senate about the recommendations of “The road to a republic”, the findings of the Senate Inquiry into the Republic. Her remarks can be found at www.aph.gov.au, Senate Hansard for 18 November, pages 140…
“I believe we must prioritise reconciliation with our Indigenous community, embrace the diversity of our multicultural society and place confidence in our nation to be a strong and independent republic” – first speech made by new Labor member for Adelaide,…
Prime Minister Helen Clark announces a constitutional stocktake in New Zealand. There are two very good background papers about the reasons for the review including issues such as the British monarch as NZ’s head of state, appointment of the Governor…
The fifth anniversary of the Republic referendum – and so republicans move on, prepared for success and still passionate to achieve an Australian Republic with an Australian President.
Liberal Cabinet Minister and determined life-long republican, Amanda Vanstone had a new take on an old theme at an address given at Burgmann College at the Australian National University. Speaking about the Queen, she said: “If you love this woman,…
Dr Germaine Greer, discusses the concept of Australia becoming an Aboriginal republic at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra. She added that if this now sounded a ridiculous proposition, it should be remembered that an indigenous republic in South…
The Senate Inquiry on the Republic releases its 181 page report: “The Road to a Republic”. One third of the 24 recommendations are aimed at improving community engagement in and education about constitutional matters urging the involvement of adult learning…
Allison Henry, ARM National Director, speaks on Perspectives on ABC’s Radio National about non-binding votes (plebiscites) and how they would advance the cause of the republic by allowing everyone to participate in decision-making. Read Allison’s commentary here.
ARM announces the result of National Council elections. There were 16 candidates – 8 women and 8 men. Three women were elected: Senator Marise Payne and Anne Henderson were re-elected and Senator Natasha Stott-Despoja was elected again after standing down…
Professor Hilary Charlesworth from the ANU was guest speaker at a WfaAR and the ARM Women’s Network breakfast in Canberra. Hilary talked about her experiences in conducting community consultations on the ACT Bill of Rights and what lessons she would…
