Are you happy with the state of our nation? Do you like what you see in our education system, our workplaces, our industries, our energy prices, and our leaders? If so, then sign off now. If not, then read on.
Australia has been going backwards for a very long time – most of us have been oblivious to it. Just working hard to get on with life and face everyday challenges. But what about our Members of Parliament (MP’s) and our bureaucrats? Are they any good? Do they have the right skills set, experience and personal qualities to lead our country to become prosperous?
Many are career Parliamentarians and career Public Servants and many have little or no expertise or background in the area they are leading or managing. How can we trust them to know what they’re doing, or whether they can discern fact from fiction or even understand the ‘science’? They often don’t adequately consult the public on issues. And when the public or relevant organisations take the time to comment the government agency ignores the feedback and carries on regardless and just ticks the box that says they have consulted the public.
We know that we have been lied to about the ‘science’ and many government agencies can’t produce the data or use flawed data to prove why we need their policies, laws and regulation (TGA and CSIRO we are looking at you). And then there is the knee-jerk reaction to introduce new laws when, often, existing laws are still relevant.
We need people in jobs who are fit for purpose: who have expertise and knowledge in their field, have passion for what they do and who want to make Australia and the world a better place. And we need leaders who can harness their staff for the greater good.
According to the US Centre for Creative Leadership: ‘A good leader should have integrity, self-awareness, courage, respect, compassion, and resilience. They should be learning agile and flex their influence while communicating the vision, showing gratitude, and collaborating effectively.’
Do you want a Minister with a Bachelor of Economics, a Master’s Degree in International Relations and a Diploma in Modern Languages (Bahasa Indonesia) as the Minister for Climate Change and Energy? Well, that’s Chris Bowen’s background and he is the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. No wonder he doesn’t have any idea. Who is pulling his strings?
Or would you rather have a Minister with experience in environmental, science and agricultural matters as the Minister for Climate Change and Energy? That’s if you can find one. The Shadow Minister for Agriculture has some Ministerial experience in these areas but not qualifications (David Littleproud), but neither the Shadow Minister for the Environment (Angie Bell), nor the Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction (Dan Tehan) have relevant subject matter experience for their shadow portfolios.
And Mark Butler, the Minister for Health, Ageing and Disability, who is giving all our power to the World Health Organization and the United Nations, has no health experience whatsoever. You can read other Senators’ and MPs’ biographies on the Parliament of Australia website.
But they all have one thing in common: they know how to ‘play the game’ and work the ‘politics’ to get ahead in their career. Many lack the willpower to stand up to the ‘puppets’ that are pulling the strings. These include unelected global organisations such as the United Nations, the World Economic Forum, and the World Health Organization. This is disappointing but understandable, given how easily people can be influenced by money, power and fame, or in some cases forced into undesirable situations and then blackmailed to keep themselves and their families safe.
Do we even need three levels of Government – Federal, State and Local? The doubling up of laws, licensing and business regulations all with slight variations that make it hard when people move interstate. Aren’t we just one country? Why does every State want to be an exception and do it their way. And then there is the flag – what other country shows three flags behind their leaders?
And what about the diversity hires, the quota hires, the I’ll-give-it-to-one-of-my-mates hires? This is not good enough. We want the best person for the job. We want Australia to prosper and it needs to happen now before the country is run into the ground.
If you don’t know what our leaders stand for, then how can we choose wisely at elections? If you get swayed by the persuasive people handing out ‘how to vote’ cards at elections rather than doing your own research into candidates, how can you complain about the outcome?
If you can’t be bothered to understand how politics works or don’t even bother to vote, how can you expect change?
So, why doesn’t the Australian Electoral Commission, ‘which is responsible for providing the Australian people with an independent electoral service which meets their needs and encourages them to understand and participate in the electoral process’, list every candidate’s details for every election?
We pay them to do a job with transparency and integrity and to follow due process.
According to the Australian Electoral Commission website (accessed 7/8/25):
So, why do we hear anecdotal stories of electoral counting fraud at every election? Why does no one really understand how the preferential voting system works? How is it that candidates who have the most votes don’t necessarily get in, and how do we know the outcome of every major election not long after the polling booths close? No wonder many Australians have no faith in the voting system.
If you want change in government and leadership, then take an interest in who you elect to represent your views at Federal, State and Local Government elections and who you hire into the Public Service.
We need to stand up for our values and beliefs and become a cohesive Australia again, not the divisive nation that we have become over recent years. People come to Australia for many reasons, most notably the freedoms we have, the lifestyle and the ‘fair go’ for all. Sadly, these values have been eroded through poor leadership and management.
It’s time to take Australia back again. It’s time to stand together as one!
Let’s choose our leaders wisely. Let’s take an interest in organisations and movements that are working for a better Australia. There are many options available and let’s all play our part.
The following movements and organisations are actively working on getting better people into Government – consider joining one today.
‘Australians for Australia believe that we need the most honourable, best and bravest candidates representing us to ensure the future is bright for our children, grandchildren and our nation. Simply put they must put Australia first. We must support candidates that believe in common sense values representing the majority of Australians. By supporting this movement, voters can play a critical role creating more accountable government. The future of Australian democracy may depend on the strength and success of independent voices in government.’ Image source
Read more about Australians for Australia.
‘Australians for Better Government is dedicated to improving the way we vote, the way Government functions and the wording of our Constitution. Together we can make changes for the better. Elected Members of Parliament often serve their own ambitions, or the will of their political party, rather than faithfully representing the interests and concerns of their constituents. We will begin the discussion to fix that.’ Image source
Read more about Australians for Better Government.
‘The IPA supports the free market of ideas, the free flow of capital, a limited and efficient government, evidence-based public policy, the rule of law, and representative democracy. Throughout human history, these ideas have proven themselves to be the most dynamic, liberating and exciting. Our researchers apply these ideas to the public policy questions which matter today.’ Image source
Read more about the Institute for Public Affairs.
‘At ADVANCE, we’re an independent movement that lives for mainstream Australia. We’re turning up the volume to give us the power to put your voice out front, so that together we’re heard. We’re committed to living in a free, safe and prosperous society. And that means restoring the balance by removing the far-left’s control, so our nation’s centred once more on the founding freedoms of its mainstream values. Because it’s time for Australia to ADVANCE again.’ Image source