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Auspol Explained is an educational podcast aimed at helping you understand the Australian political system in an easy and simple way. It's also a Youtube series, so I occasionally say "video" and "watching." Don't worry: it's designed to have all the fact

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    How Do Political Parties Choose Their Leaders?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 8:34


    It's time for parties to choose new leaders! Especially because some of them got voted out of Parliament. So how does that process work? Well, here's a brief overview of how there isn't a one-size fits all approach to party leadership rules in Australia but there is a general vibe to how it works. In this I'll cover how Labor, Liberals, Greens and Nationals decide who their leader should be as well as how the rules for leadership challenges have changed to make them less frequent.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedFollow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/auspolexplained.bsky.social Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auspolexplained/ Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Here's Why Australian Elections Can't Be Rigged

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 16:06


    Every election there'll be someone unhappy with the results and someone claiming it was rigged. But in Australia that kind of claim just doesn't stack up. There is a LOT of scrutiny on Australian elections! They're also run by independent electoral commissions. So, if you doubt their validity or if you're just curious about all the levels of details, security, scrutiny and transparency that goes into ensuring that elections are fair and conducted impartially then here's an episode explaining just how hard it is to do anything dodgy. This may also help you provide rebuttals to anyone claiming in your life "it was rigged!" simply because they don't like a result.Learn more about elections and voting in Australia at: https://aec.gov.au/ You can get a copy of the script with citations here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wKgiSj9llxqeID746WS532mhOZR65gp1/view?usp=drive_linkSupport the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How was The Election Called Before Counting was Finished?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 6:36


    The 2025 Australian election was called after about 2.5 hours - yet days afterwards they're still counting votes so how is it that we know the election result without it being officially declared? Well, in this episode I explain the basics of how the news uses statistical trends to make predictions even though it'll still be weeks before the official declaration of results from the AEC.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How are Senate Preferences Counted? (yes this is about maths)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 6:45


    How does preference counting work for the Australian Senate? How do they figure out who wins the Senate seats? To win, a candidate needs a quota - but a quota is different depending on how many seats there are and how many votes there are overall. Once candidates achieve a quota they're elected but then if they have surplus votes those are transferred at a reduced rate to the next preferences on the ballot. If that sounds complicated to you then good thing here's a whole episode dedicated to explaining how that works!If you want to read more about it you can on the AEC website: https://www.aec.gov.au/voting/counting/senate_count.htmFor an explanation about how preferential voting in the House of Representatives works here's an episode I prepared earlier: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3cEFXUNwMc0E22jChjDMNv?si=6zaCWBWeS8uvN-4VJI6SPA Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What Investments Does Your Politician Have?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 4:39


    Does your Member or Senator own any investment properties or stocks? What banks are they with? Do they have any bonds or trusts? What assets and gifts do they have? And what about their spouse? Well, the register of interests places on the public record Members' interests which may conflict, or may be seen to conflict, with their public duty - so you can look all that information up yourself and find out if the financial interests of your elected representatives is of import to you, or just a passing curiosity. It may be useful to you, it may be inconsequential - but if you'd like to know then here's how you find it. Register of Members' Interests: https://www.aph.gov.au/senators_and_members/members/register Register of Senators' Interests: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Senators_Interests/Senators_Interests_Register The State/Territory Parliaments also have them but it's not really easy to link them all so really you might need to put them into a search engine or look for them in the tabled papers section. Some Parliaments also put it all as one giant single PDF instead of individual MPs returns.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What Happens if a Candidate is Disendorsed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:02


    What happens when a party disendorses one of their candidates? Are they removed from the ballot? Are they kicked out of Parliament? In this episode I explain how there's basically nothing that can be done after the close of nominations except let the voters decide if they want to back the person with or without party endorsement.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Why are pencils used for Australian elections? Can you use something else?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 4:20


    When you go to vote you'll be handed a pencil to use for filling in your ballots - but why pencils? Why not pens? And are you allowed to bring your own pen or even any other writing utensil for that matter? Well the answer is yes, you can bring along something other than a pencil - but you must make sure you mark your ballot clearly for it to be formal so please consider that not everything is suitable. And also: is voting with a pencil secure? I'll answer all of those questions in this episode!For more information about voting and elections in Australia visit the Australian Electoral Commission website: https://aec.gov.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How Preferential Voting Works (With Examples)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 7:00


    Australia uses preferential voting for its elections, but how does it work? Well here's an explanation how it's used for the House of Representatives to find which candidate has a majority. Preferential voting requires you to rank the candidates by numbering them 1, 2, 3, etc in order of your favourite candidate to least. But then how is a winner determined? I've got a few different scenarios to demonstrate when preferences are counted and how the count flows from one candidate to the next.For the sake of simplicity, I am just explaining how single-member electorates are decided through preferential voting. For proportional systems like the Senate the count is a bit more complicated (the same fundamental premise of preferences still applies) but if you want to know more about how that works here's an explanation from the AEC: https://www.aec.gov.au/voting/counting/senate_count.htm Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What is Donkey Voting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 5:51


    In this episode I'm going to bust some myths and misunderstandings about donkey voting. Is it a valid vote? How often does it happen? And does donkey voting have an impact on the results?Find your candidates at the AEC website: https://aec.gov.au/Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How Voting Works in Australian Federal Elections

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 6:35


    How does voting work? How do you fill in the ballot for the House of Representatives and the Senate? And what's the difference? In this episode I'll explain the different requirements for expressing your preferences in Australian federal elections and the basics of how a winner is determined.To find your candidates/more information about voting visit the Australian Electoral Commission: https://aec.gov.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What's it like being a candidate? With Nathan Barton, Independent for Moore

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 25:47


    There's an election happening soon! But candidates have been preparing for months in advance. What actually is involved in an election campaign and what is it like from the perspective of a candidate? Well, I sat down with Nathan Barton, an independent candidate backed by the Voices for Moore group, to ask him about his experiences deciding to run, trying to connect with the electorate, how he goes about fundraising, the importance of volunteers and all the fun paperwork he had to get his head around to actually be a candidate.Find who's running in your area at the AEC website and learn more about them before you vote: https://aec.gov.au/election/candidates.htm Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to Find Your MPs' Voting Records

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 6:49


    Members and Senators are there to represent us! So how do they go about it? Well, here are three ways to find out how politicians vote and on what bills so you can make an informed vote at the election and decide if they've represented you effectively.Links to those resources are:Theyvoteforyou: https://theyvoteforyou.org.au/Divisions for the House of Representatives: https://www.aph.gov.au/divisionsDivisions for the Senate: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Chamber_documents/Senate_chamber_documents/DivisionsHansard: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/HansardAnd then links for supporting me!Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What are Teals Independents?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 5:58


    Not all independents are teals so what makes them different? While they're not a political party, teal independents are referred to as a group because they (usually) have a few common elements - mainly their focus on climate change. But there's more to it than that. In this episode I'll explore a little bit of the history, where the teal colour and label came from, and how they're often (but not always) backed by Climate 200.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Get a copy of the script with citations if you feel like it: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zoGP6-0BzyJfll2aVTuHenyGj-g0YW-0/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to Win an Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 13:33


    Hey! Would you like to support your local candidate for the House of Representatives or the Senate? Then here are some tips on how YOU can get involved, help build their campaign, and help them WIN! Campaigns aren't driven by individuals thinking about how much they can cram the same attack ad into every ad break on TV and pre-roll on YouTube, they're driven by teams that comprise of community volunteers. The key to helping your preferred candidate do well at an election is participation and in this episode I'll explain a few ways you can participate. So go pick someone to support and help out!To find out who is running in your area go to: https://aec.gov.au/election/candidates.htmSupport the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    A Brief Summary of EVERY Political Party in Australia - 2025 Election Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 54:11


    Who are you going to vote for? It's up to you to decide! But why not learn about the parties in advance? Here is a list of policies summarised for EVERY SINGLE FEDERALLY REGISTERED POLITICAL PARTY IN AUSTRALIA JUST IN TIME FOR THE 2025 FEDERAL ELECTION! In this episode I'll go over what the different political parties stand for and what the major, minor, and micro parties promising this election to help you be informed when you go to the polls.Of course, this is just a summary and isn't a comprehensive list. There's more to all of these parties so I recommend you do further research to help shape your opinion, this is just a starting point to help you understand the differences between parties. And, of course, examine any independents running your area as well!Find out what candidates are running in your area visit https://aec.gov.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Chapters:0:00 Intro2:28 Animal Justice Party3:21 Australian Christians4:11 Australian Citizens Party5:20 Australian Democrats6:42 Australian Greens8:55 Australian Labor Party11:41 Australia's Voice13:05 Better Together Party15:00 Centre Alliance16:25 The Coalition17:16 Country Liberal Party (NT)17:52 Liberal Party of Australia19:31 National Party20:20 National Party WA20:50 Dai Le & Frank Carbone WSC22:35 David Pocock23:53 Family First25:11 FUSION | Planet Rescue | Whisteblower Protection | Innovation27:05 Gerard Rennick People First28:47 HEART (Health Environmental Accountability Rights Transparency)30:15 Indigenous - Aboriginal Party of Australia31:21 Jacqui Lambie Network32:45 Katter's Australian Party34:03 Kim for Canberra34:28 Legalise Cannabis Australia35:26 Libertarian Party37:19 Pauline Hanson's One Nation39:10 Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party41:01 Socialist Alliance43:31 Sustainable Australia - Universal Basic Income45:33 Tammy Tyrell for Tasmania46:14 The Great Australian Party48:20 Trumpet of Patriots50:41 Victorian Socialists53:10 OutroAuspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Trump Taxes Penguins - And the History of Protectionism in Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 8:21


    President Trump has imposed tariffs on imports from a lot of countries around the world - but for some reason has singled out Heard and McDonald Islands as a separate place to Australia on the list of "countries" affected. Who lives there? No one. Except penguins.So, what is a tariff? What is protectionism? And how will this affect the local penguin economy? Well, here's an explanation combined with a brief history of how protectionism was also central to Australia's inception and how it shaped our modern political parties, and also how we eventually decided to phase it out in favour of free trade.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Music: Blue Sizzle by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    IT'S HERE! What to Know Before Election Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 6:24


    It's time! The 2025 Australian federal election has been called for May 3! So get excited and get ready. Here's some useful information to know about enrolling to vote and researching candidates so you can be informed when you go to the polls and cast your ballot for the House of Representatives and Senate! HAVE FUN EVERYONE!Make sure you're enrolled/your details are up to date at: https://aec.gov.au/ Check voting records with theyvoteforyou: https://theyvoteforyou.org.au/Read speeches from the Hansard record here: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/HansardTry out ABC vote compass here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/vote-compass Enjoy researching candidates!Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Advocacy Groups and Lobbying. How Do They Work? A Talk With Equality Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 30:32


    Advocacy groups, interest groups, and lobbying is all part of the democratic process. While the term "lobbying" often is associated with large corporations, it is a genuine thing that everyone is entitled to do - including small community groups, or you as an individual. How can smaller groups lobby for positive change with limited resources? To learn more I sat down via Zoom to talk to Emily from Equality Australia to ask her about how the process works. What methods are there to get in touch with the government, influence their decisions, and be part of the consultation process when it comes to reforms?Find out more about Equality Australia's work here: https://equalityaustralia.org.au/And search out other advocacy groups that align with your values and support them!Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    The Arguments For and Against Compulsory Voting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 20:20


    Compulsory voting has been a part of Australian federal elections for a CENTURY, and even longer on a state level. For many, this is just an ordinary part of our election culture but for others they find this to be an imposition and disagree that it should be compulsory. So what are the arguments for and against compulsory voting? Is it necessary or should it be abolished? Here's a collection of reasons on either side for you to consider and examine yourself!Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Get a copy of the script with citations here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GSAPj-BlIqbbwK068KXljXhw1bDnBezq/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What's Involved in Running an Election? with WA's Electoral Commissioner

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 24:12


    Elections are big undertakings! There are remote areas to reach, language barriers to overcome, and misinformation to fight. So I went to the office of the WA Electoral Commissioner, Robert Kennedy, to ask him about his role and all the work put in by the WAEC to make sure Western Australians can vote. Then I told him a bad knock knock joke.For information about WA state elections go here: https://www.elections.wa.gov.au/For information about federal elections go here: https://aec.gov.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to vote in Western Australian State Elections UPDATED FOR 2025!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 8:50


    State elections for WA happen every 4 years on the second Saturday in March so be prepared! Here's a handy explainer about how filling in the ballot for the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council works, what the two chambers are, and a brief explanation to the changes made after the previous election.Learn more about WA elections and find your local candidates at https://www.elections.wa.gov.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How Proportional Representation Improves Political Diversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 9:23


    There's a wide range of political views in any society - so how do they get represented effectively in parliament? The answer: proportional representation! The Australian Senate (and most other upper houses in Australia) use a system of proportional representation to ensure more diverse political views are represented so it can better reflect the nuance and desires of the community. Here's a handy explanation of how that works and how it compares with other systems, like the UK.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Get a copy of the script with citations if you wish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SxR54wfX7L1HB2EiFlVE6kVIcxVqHtoQ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How Preferential Voting and First-Past-The-Post Change Who Gets Elected

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 13:09


    Australia's system of preferential voting is praised for making sure people can't waste their vote - but how does it work and how does it compare with other electoral systems? This episode compares preferential voting with first-past-the-post, which is used by the UK, US, and over a dozen other countries. What is first-past-the-post and why did Australia get rid of it over a century ago? The answer: because it changes who gets elected by using a different method of counting.Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplainedLike Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388Get a copy of the script with citations here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13uZm0qFxnxztjw1F10K9azkBkSEqxZij/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What if the UK Becomes a Republic Before Australia?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 12:11


    Australia is a constitutional monarchy because of the British - so what would happen if the British abolished their monarchy? Would that abolish ours? What happens to Australia if the UK no longer has a King? Well, here are two different options for what could hypothetically happen! Check out my interview with the Australian Republic Movement here: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/aZP9H8c2iQb And also check out my interview with the Australian Monarchist League here: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/iJo4D9c2iQb Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script with citations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IgXnUVWGoKd6isRKPsH6p7BHSP_Z59rR/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Why Should Australia Become a Republic? With Esther Anatolitis

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 40:18


    Welcome to my two-part interview series! In this episode I sat down with the co-chair of the Australian Republic Movement, Esther Anatolitis, to ask her what the arguments are for an Australian republic and why we shouldn't stick with our system of constitutional monarchy. Of course to hear the other side of this discussion I encourage you to watch my interview with Alexander Voltz of the Australian Monarchist League: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/HMdEUmUHZOb Learn more about the ARM here: https://republic.org.au/ Learn more about the AML here: https://www.monarchist.org.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

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    Why Should Australia Stay A Constitutional Monarchy? With Alexander Voltz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 51:21


    Welcome to my two-part interview series! In this episode I sat down with Alexander Voltz from the Australian Monarchist League, to ask him what the arguments are for Australia to maintain its system of constitutional monarchy and reject the possibility of becoming a republic. Of course to hear the other side of this discussion I encourage you to watch my interview with Esther Anatolitis of the Australian Republic Movement: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/htFVpjWHZOb Learn more about the AML here: https://www.monarchist.org.au/ Learn more about the ARM here: https://republic.org.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

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    What's the Difference between a Constitutional Monarchy and a Republic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 13:23


    Australia has a system of constitutional monarchy, but the idea of an Australian republic has been around for nearly two centuries. What is the difference between the two ideas? How does a republic work, what would the powers of the president be, and what would a republic look like for Australia? You should also check out the interviews I did with the Australian Republic Movement and Australian Monarchist League! (coming next week. Currently available for those on Patreon) In the mean time feel free to look at the websites for the Australian Republic Movement: https://republic.org.au/ And the Australian Monarchist League: https://www.monarchist.org.au/ to learn more about the respective movements. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1P_XG3SgsqN8P9Tu_5qoxl6o-A1N1weEh/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Journalism, Democracy and TikTok with Matilda Boseley

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 30:14


    In this episode I sat down with award-winning social media reporter and presenter for Guardian Australia, Matilda Boseley, to talk about the importance of journalism in democracy and the role of TikTok/social media in general as a platform to get the news out there. The public needs to be informed about what's happening in their parliament so they can scrutinise and make decisions about their elected representatives. Journalism is a necessary part of that process and in the modern day - so is TikTok. Also I recommend buying her book: The Year I Met My Brain: A travel companion for adults who have just found out they have ADHD. I don't have a link to a specific spot to buy it. Have you considered supporting your local bookstore perhaps? Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to vote in Queensland State Elections

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 5:57


    Here's a guide on how to vote in Queensland state elections. It goes over the basics of how to fill in the ballot, when elections happen, and how preferential voting works. Best of luck! Have fun! The official source of information on Queensland elections is here: https://www.ecq.qld.gov.au/ How Queensland got rid of its upper house: https://youtu.be/lhTvPVjFkaA Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to Vote in ACT Elections

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 7:55


    Here's a handy guide on how to vote in Australian Capital Territory elections. Have fun! And remember to check out the ACT Electoral Commission website for up to date information, learn which electorate you're in, who your candidates are, and much more: https://www.elections.act.gov.au/ The Hare-Clark system is explained here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hare%E2%80%93Clark_electoral_system Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Does Australia Pay the Royal Family?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 11:13


    Australia has King Charles III as their sovereign and monarch - so does that mean part of the money that funds the royal family come from Australia? Do we pay the King something out of our taxes? Well in this episode I explain where the royal family gets its money from as well as much/little Australia pays (and when). Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Copy of the script with citations here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eLsNt3P9DnwTeuqmnbSrYdTS5Ul8GlEK/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Why Politicians SHOULD Get Paid

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 13:49


    Arguing that politicians need to get paid is not the hot take you expected, but trust me I have an important point to make. Members of Parliament in Australia used to be paid nothing. 0 dollars (well at the time it was 0 pounds). This was terrible on multiple levels because it limited who could run, who could vote, limited accountability, limited choice of the public, and also encouraged corruption. While some people today complain about how much politicians get paid, the public in the 19th century complained they weren't paid anything. Join me on a quick history lesson about why it's actually a good thing politicians get paid something. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script here with citations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tDq3qR1X63zwFBg4C6kuuvkhA8Jm3cMu/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    10 Australian Olympians Who Became Politicians

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 18:54


    SPORTS! POLITICS! A numbered list that combines the two! Many Australian politicians have been former athletes with Olympic careers going all the way back to the 1908 Paris Olympics (at least). Here are ten that range from those who managed to go once and didn't win anything all the way to some of the most decorated and successful athletes Australia has ever sent to the Summer, Winter, and Paralympic games. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How does the Labor-Greens Alliance Work? With Chief Minister Andrew Barr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 31:29


    The ACT Government is a combination of Labor and Greens - and has been for over a decade now. Majority governments are rare and so it has become a long standing agreement between the two political parties to share the cabinet positions, with Labor getting most of them and Greens getting a few depending on their numbers. But how does it work? How do the two parties resolve their disagreements? And how does it impact election campaigns in the ACT when the two parties have different goals yet may share the co-governing fate after the election? Well, I asked the longest serving Chief Minister of the ACT, Andrew Barr, to talk about how the Labor-Greens Alliance works and to explain the Parliamentary and Governing Agreement that is created as a result. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Constitutional Expert Debunks Youtube Comments with Professor Anne Twomey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 37:17


    Not everyone understands the Constitution, but not all misunderstandings of the Constitution are equal. Over the years I've gotten a lot of very bizarre comments that make outlandishly wrong and even conspiracy theory level claims about what is actually in the Constitution, or what has become of it. Is the Australian Government actually a corporation registered in Washington DC? Are Australians secretly classified as cargo under maritime law? Is Western Australia non-existent? Did Gough Whitlam secretly replace the Constitution with a different colour? Of course not. None of these claims make any sense. So to debunk them I've got Professor Anne Twomey, constitutional expert, to explain how it actually works and to encourage people to do the most basic fact checking exercise of all: actually reading things. Enjoy! Check out the Constitutional Clarion to learn more about the Constitution: https://www.youtube.com/@constitutionalclarion1901 Read the Constitution here: https://www.aph.gov.au/about_parliament/senate/powers_practice_n_procedures/constitution Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What is the Budget?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 9:24


    What is the annual budget? How does the government decide to spend money? What is an appropriation bill? In this episode I break down the basics of what the budget is as well as how it is introduced and the constitutional requirements and restrictions around it. The budget isn't just withdrawing money - it's a policy statement as well as an opportunity for massive amounts of government scrutiny and examination from members of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Enjoy! Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script with citations here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17gAP2ZqDixZdzpRun9n64PFrrxxWOoV8/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    What Does A Minister Do? With Senator Linda Reynolds

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 23:12


    What is the role of a minister? A minister has a lot of responsibilities, both as an elected representative but also as part of the executive government their role involves managing government departments, formulating government policy, working alongside and taking on board the advice of the public sector, and introducing government legislation. I sat down with Linda Reynolds, Liberal Senator for Western Australia, and former Minister for Home Affairs (2018-2019), Minister for Defence (2019-2021), Minister for the NDIS (2021-2022) amongst other portfolios, to ask her about the role of the executive government and her experience in the cabinet. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Do Politicians Get Job Training? with Stephen Bates Member for Brisbane

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 28:23


    What training do new MPs get? The standing orders of the chambers can be a complex set of rules to follow, and getting your head around the technical details of a bill may seem intimidating to those who've never had to do it - so what kind of job support and training is there for a Member of Parliament so they can do their job? I sat down with Stephen Bates, Member for Brisbane and Greens MP, to ask him what it's like going from being a retail worker to a Member of Parliament and what resources there are for new MPs to learn from. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to vote in Tasmanian State Elections (Updated for 2024!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 11:22


    Here's a guide on how to vote in Tasmanian state elections! There's been a slight change since the last election in 2021 so here's a handy explainer of that, along with the unique ways Tasmania is different to other states. For the official source of information on voting go to: https://www.tec.tas.gov.au/ Hare-Clark equation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hare%E2%80%93Clark_electoral_system The system of counting is named after Thomas Hare: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Hare_(political_scientist) And Andrew Inglis Clark: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Inglis_Clark Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Why Young People Should Care About Politics With Laura Nuttall MLA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 19:34


    I sat down with the ACT's first Gen-Z Member of Parliament and one of the youngest MPs across Australia to ask her why young people in politics is important and how young people can be more confident expressing their voice when it comes to issues that affect them. At 24, she's also the 2nd youngest member of the ACT Legislative Assembly in its history. So what words of encouragement does she have for fellow young people when it comes to engaging with politics both inside and outside the chamber? Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    I tested ChatGPT's knowledge of Australian politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 34:15


    Does AI understand Australian politics? Is ChatGPT a reliable source of information? Well, I asked it to explain elections, the Senate, and the House of Representatives and I was initially impressed by what it got right - followed by mortified by just how incredibly blatantly wrong it could be. So, enjoy! Come learn a thing or two about how parliament works and also the pitfalls of AI generated information. IMPORTANT NOTE: I say in this episode that to increase the House of Representatives the easiest way is to give the Territories more Senators. Apparently, the House increases based off the Senate representation from the States - not the Territories. Here's a blog post by Antony Green for more detail: https://antonygreen.com.au/would-creating-extra-senators-for-the-territories-increase-the-house-of-representatives/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    The Man Who Was ALMOST The First Prime Minister: The Hopetoun Blunder

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 13:07


    January 1st, 1901, the Commonwealth of Australia was created - but who was going to be the first Prime Minister? The choice seemed obvious to everyone except the person actually making it. This is the story of the Hopetoun Blunder, a political controversy where the first Governor-General of Australia wasn't sure what he was doing and caused the nation a load of confusion and one unlucky politician the impossible task of forming a caretaker government with only two weeks before the deadline of federation. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v-NuV4HzAj30FuXxc9nGlKOl1yIF-kDY/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Single Issue Parties in Parliament - Hon Wilson Tucker MLC

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 17:38


    Hon Wilson Tucker made history in 2021 by winning a seat in the WA state election with only 98 primary votes for the Daylight Savings Party. 1) How does that work? 2) How does it feel being an unexpected entry to the historic composition of a parliament? 3) Why make a single issue political party? Let's find out! I sat down with the Hon Wilson Tucker to discuss what it felt like to have to make the choice between continuing with a familiar career or flying across the world to take a seat in the WA State Parliament, as well has how he navigates having to balance his own specific political goals with the desires of his electorate, and if there's much room for 'ordinary' people in Parliament. Enjoy. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Why You Can't Use a Tick or Cross When Voting in a Referendum

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 5:13


    To vote in a referendum you clearly mark your ballot with YES or NO. But why not something else like a tick or a cross? Well, it isn't actually as clear as you think and so an incorrectly filled out ballot can't legally be counted if that intention is ambiguous or unclear. For official information about how voting works in referendums and to make sure your details are up to date please visit the AEC website: https://aec.gov.au/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script with citations here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10xTGnmFjmq68YPRarum5gdwEKyiJEgFn/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    The Referendum Pamphlet - Its History and Usefulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 8:06


    The official Yes and No pamphlet for a referendum is there to let the public know the arguments for and against a proposed change to the constitution - but where did it come from? And is the referendum pamphlet useful? Well, let's explore its history and why it is the way it is. This episode is of course about the general concept of the referendum pamphlet that has over a century of history and not about any specific arguments or ideas in any particular referendum pamphlet itself. Make sure you're enrolled to vote and your details are up to date with the AEC: https://aec.gov.au Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Get a copy of the script with citations here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14O55u5QqJa14-nZujcY1vt4AVyA0Le6h/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102352521871694219008&rtpof=true&sd=true Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    How to Vote in a Referendum

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 5:16


    To change the constitution in Australia you need a referendum - but how do you vote in a referendum? It's actually incredibly simple! Here's a basic guide as well as a few extra bits of information that's handy to know. For up to date information about voting/referendums go to the Australian Electoral Commission website: www.aec.gov.au Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    The A Team of the Australian Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 3:44


    In the early years of the Senate there was a loophole only certain people could exploit to get more votes. Four men teamed up together to see if this worked for them. Get tickets to Extraordinary Auspol here: https://blueroom.org.au/events/extraordinary-auspol/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Facebook Won't Let Me Promote This!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 4:41


    Get tickets here! https://blueroom.org.au/events/extraordinary-auspol/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Will Private Land Become Native Title if The Voice Passes? Voice Myths Debunked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 5:59


    Today's claim: the Voice will abolish private land ownership and revert it all to native title if the Voice referendum succeeds. This is, of course, simply not true. This is actually a bit of misinformation that predates the Voice by a couple of decades and is just being rehashed to stir up the same old unfounded fear for a fresh new audience that doesn't have the historical context. Don't worry: the Voice will not lead to the end of private land ownership - that'd require the nation to actually want to change it collectively, and the Voice's existence or non-existence is not relevant. For more detail here's an RMIT FactLab article on this myth: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/factlab-meta/voice-referendum-will-not-end-private-land-ownership Additional reliable sources include AAP Fact Check: https://www.aap.com.au/factcheck/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Will The Voice Need to Approve Every Single Bill? Voice Myths Debunked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 5:43


    There's the claim that the Voice's approval will be required to pass any bill, or that even Parliament would need to consult the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice ahead of time before it could pass anything. In this episode I'll explain why that doesn't work either constitutionally or practically, and why the Voice won't even read or examine every single bill let alone wish to comment on or have an opinion on every bill. It's approval also is not a requirement to pass a bill, as the constitution clearly doesn't put that restriction on Parliament. AAP Fact Check labels this bit of misinformation as "absurd gibberish": https://www.aap.com.au/factcheck/voice-approval-claim-is-absurd-gibberish/ Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

    Can the Voice Veto a Referendum to Remove it? Voice Myths Debunked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 5:28


    Claims that the Voice will be so powerful that it'll even be able to stop a future referendum bill from passing, thus ensuring it can never be abolished, are going around the internet - but is there any truth to that? The short answer, of course, is no. The long answer is no - but I explain why it's no so you understand it and can hopefully also explain it to someone who is being misled by this outlandish myth. Here's a citation for you: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/factlab-meta/voice-could-not-veto-a-future-referendum Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the episode was recorded and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

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