Australian values based on ____, ____, ____ and ____ of ____ are central to our community remaining a ____, ____ and ____ place to live. Australian citizenship is about living out these values in your everyday day life and in your local community. It is very important that you understand the values that all Australian people are expected to respect, share and uphold. In this section there is information about our values and our community. Our values - ____ to the rule of law Under the Rule of Law, all Australians are ____ in relation to the law and no person or group is ____ the law. In Australia, everybody should obey the law and not break it at any time, otherwise they will face ____. You should follow the law even if no one is watching. Australian laws apply to all people in Australia, regardless of ____ or ____. Parliamentary democracy Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary ____. The power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens vote for people to ____ them in parliament. Voting is ____ in Australia. This shows the importance of participating in elections. Freedom of speech People in Australia should be able to ____ their ideas freely as long as it is within the law. In Australia, people are free to ____ in ____ or ____ places for ____ or ____ discussion. People are also free to ____ and ____ what they think about any topic and to discuss their ideas with others. Newspapers, television and radio outlets have the same ____. Australians are allowed to ____ ____ against the actions of the government, because ____ of peaceful public protest is an ____ part of democracy. It is never acceptable to ____ ____ against another person or group of people because it is against Australian values and the law. Other people’s freedom of speech and freedom of expression must be ____, as long as such expression is ____. Freedom of Association In Australia, people are free to join or ____ any group ____ as long as it is within the law. People are free to join any legal organisation, such as: • a ____ party • ____ union, or • a ____, ____ or ____ group Australians can gather freely with others, including to protest ____ a government ____ or an ____. However, all protests must be within the law. Freedom of Religion Australia has ____ official national religion. People in Australia are free to follow ____ religion they choose. Religious practices must not ____ Australian laws. Australian law must be followed by everyone in Australia, including where it is different from religious laws. Some religious or cultural practices, such as ____ (which is being married to more than one person at the same time) and ____ marriage, are against the law in Australia and can result in ____ legal penalties, including ____. Religious ____ is not acceptable in Australian society. All people should be provided equal opportunity to pursue their goals and interests regardless of their ethnicity or religion as long as they are obeying Australian law. Australian law. Equality of all people under the law Australian society values the equality of all people regardless of their: • ____ • ____ • ____ • ____ • ____ • ____, or • ____ or ____ origin. The law is applied in Australia so that people from different backgrounds are not given ____ treatment, nor ____ against. For example, Buddhists and people of other faiths receive the same treatment as Christians. Under our laws, two people can marry each other, including marriage between two ____ or two ____. Men and women have equal rights in Australia and should be provided equality of opportunity to pursue their goals and interests. It is against the law to discriminate against a person because of their gender. In Australia, it is a ____ for a woman to get a job ahead of a man, if she has better ____ and ____. Both men and women have the right to make their own independent choices about personal matters, such as marriage and religion, and are protected by the law from ____ or ____. Physical violence against a spouse or partner is ____ acceptable and it's a criminal offence in Australia. Divorce is ____ in Australia. Either a husband or wife may apply for a divorce to the courts, even if the other spouse wishes to ____ the marriage. Equality of opportunity and a ‘____’ Ensuring everyone has the same legal rights is an important aspect of ____ in Australian society. We believe that everyone deserves a ‘fair go’ and people should not be limited by any kind of class ____. What someone achieves in life should be a result of their hard work and talents. This means a person should get a job based on their ____ and ____, not because of their ____, wealth or ____. When an organisation needs to fill a job, the law supports that they select the person with the best skills and experience for the job. Mutual respect and tolerance In Australia, individuals must respect the ____ and ____ of others, and their opinions and ____. It is against the law to be ____ towards another person. Violence of any kind, including ____ and ____ abuse, is ____. In Australia there are very strict laws concerning the age of ____ consent, which is ____ depending on which state or territory you reside in. For example, a 20 year old man ____ have sexual relations with a 15 year old girl, because that is against the law in all Australian states and territories. In Australia, the lawful actions of the police should be supported. You should ____ a lawful request from the ____, because all Australians commit to following the law. Mutual respect and tolerance means ____ to others and respecting their ____ and opinions, even when they are ____ from your own. People should be tolerant of each other where they find that they disagree. ____ has no place in Australia. This includes creating or sharing racially ____ material on the internet or other publications and making racially ____ comments in a public place or at a sporting event. Our community - Making a contribution Australians expect everyone living in Australia to ____ in our society and make a ____ to our community. Everyone has a responsibility to try and support themselves and their families when they are able to do so. Compassion for those in need Australians value ‘____’. We help each other in times of need. Australia has a strong tradition of ____ service and volunteering. Volunteering is a great opportunity to share ____, learn new ____, and increase your ____ into and sense of belonging to the Australian community. English as the national language Australian society values the English language as the ____ language of Australia, and as an important ____ element of society. People in Australia should make an ____ to learn English. It is important to learn to speak English because it helps to get an ____, a job, and better ____ into the community. Applicants for Australian citizenship must undertake to make ____ efforts to learn the English language, if it is not their native language Helping to keep our society safe In Australia we each have responsibilities to help protect Australian society. For example, if people in Australia suspect that their friend or neighbour may be planning to commit a ____ crime, they should ____ this to Australian government ____ as soon as possible. Similarly, if a person sees or has knowledge of a child being ____, they should report this to the ____ to investigate. ____ abuse is not accepted in Australia. This is sometimes called cyber abuse. Examples include sharing ____ photos or videos online ____ consent, ____ a person online, or making ____ abusive comments about a person online. Many forms of ____ abuse are illegal in Australia. Loyalty to Australia In the citizenship pledge, Australian citizens pledge their ____ to Australia and its people. Australian citizens may also hold the citizenship of another country or countries if the laws of those countries allow. This is known as ____, or ____, citizenship. However, even if a person is also a citizen of another country, an Australian citizen within Australia must follow all Australian laws at all times. Some Australian laws must also be followed by Australian citizens even when they are ____. For example, it is ____ for Australians to be ____ in any sexual ____ here or overseas, with a child under ____ years of age. Australian society is based on our shared ____ not to ____ Australia’s ____ and ____ For example, using social media to share official government ____ would be undermining Australia’s interests. Similarly, ____ ____ in and fear of an ethnic community would damage Australian community ____. Australian citizenship – Our common bond Our democratic institutions and shared Australian values have created a peaceful and stable society. We have a rich and unique culture to share. As an Australian citizen, you will become part of our nation’s story and will contribute to our future. Australia welcomes you. Citizenship is our common bond.

Episode 5 – Australian values

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