Australian Values

Australian values based on freedom, respect, fairness and equality of opportunity are central to our community remaining a secure, prosperous and peaceful place to live.

Our values define and shape our country and they are a reason why so many people want to become Australian citizens.

Australian citizenship is about living out these values in your everyday life and in your local community. It is therefore very important that you understand the values that all Australian people are expected to respect, share and uphold.

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Part 1 - Australia and its people

» Australia's states and territories

» Important days for Australians

» Australia's flags and symbols

Part 2 - Australia's democratic beliefs, rights and liberties

» Our democratic beliefs

» Our freedoms

» Our equalities

» Responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship

» Participating in Australian society

Part 3 - Government and the law in Australia

» How do I have my say?

» How did we establish our system of government?

» How is the power of government controlled?

» Who is Australia's Head of State?

» Who are some of Australia's leaders?

» How is Australia Governed?

» What do the three levels of government do?

» What role do political parties play in the way Australia is governed?

» How is the Australian Government formed?

» How are laws made?

» How are laws enforced?

» Criminal offences in Australia

Part 4 - Australian values

» Our values

» Our community

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