Foundation for National Renewal
The Constitutional Convention of February 1998
Foundation for National Renewal
The Constitutional Convention of February 1998
CANDIDATE STATEMENTS for QUEENSLAND
Groups
AUSTRALIANS FOR CONSTITUTIONAL CHOICE
REDDEN, Robert John (172)
STERLING, George Bernard (164)
ACC provides the best opportunity to deal with sovereignty for
Australia into the 21st century. Full information and disclosure on all choices should be
provided to the electorate for decision-making on personal preferences rather than
ideology.
ACC wishes to unify Australia towards national goals and
aspirations.
ACC favours multiple choice public voting after the Convention
to guide a referendum, and favours further constitutional reform.
Dr Robert Redden principal scientist; committee/past branch
president AIAST (Agriculture), councillor SPSFQ (Public Service).
George Bernard Sterling BA (UQ). Former Executive Member
Queensland Professional Officers Association 1990-1992, Principal Teacher TAFE.
Let us get it right.
WOMEN FOR A JUST REPUBLIC
A new century needs a new Constitution which ensures women
play an active and equal role in shaping our nation.
A truly democratic country needs a constitution that
guarantees equality.
We are members of the Australian Women's Party.
Only we will push to make your rights a watertight guarantee.
KELLY, Mary (161)
This Convention's costing millions, so forget trivial issues
– let's focus on reforming our parliaments. Make them representative and relevant.
Former teacher union leader; equity specialist.
WOODBRIDGE, Pauline L (203)
In a democracy women and men should share the work, the
responsibility and the power. The Convention can help achieve this.
Domestic Violence Worker, Townsville.
HUGHEY, Jenny (156)
When my grandmother was alive, no women attended the first
constitutional convention. For my daughter's century, I want real equality.
- Human Rights Lawyer and Teacher.
NO REPUBLIC – ACM TEAM
KILLEN, Denis James (217)
BONNER, Neville Thomas (160)
WARD, Vilma (204)
BRADLEY, Thomas Joseph (209)
COMMON, Megan Ruth (178)
ALLAN, Lindsay (201)
DOYLE, Sonja (168)
GALLEY, Robert Lawrence (148)
DRAGONA, Spero (218)
DRAKE, Alex (134)
CARRELL, Helen (149)
GREENWOOD, Barbara (123)
ROSSI, Louis (187)
The statement received from this group was not signed by the
first named candidate of the group, Denis James Killen, and could not be accepted pursuant
to section 36 of the Constitutional Convention (Election) Act 1997.
COMMUNITY REPUBLICANS (POPULAR ELECTION OF PRESIDENT)
Community Republicans support grassroots democracy. Protecting
the environment, recognising basic rights and responsibilities and acknowledging the first
Australians are important constitutional questions, whether Australia stays with the
monarchy or becomes a republic. Moves to a republic need to be community based to give
everybody a fair go, including future generations.
HALL, Virginia (103)
Senior lecturer, James Cook University, former Electoral and
Administrative Review Commissioner, is a member of the Australian Bill of Rights Group.
JOHNSON, Norman (190)
Convenor of the Australian Indigenous Peoples Party, executive
officer of the Birrigabba Aboriginal Land Council and works in promoting Aboriginal
cultural heritage.
STOKES , Stan (208)
Former British cavalryman, worked as a construction, forestry
and health professional and is a member of the Republican Party of Australia.
QUEENSLANDERS FOR A REPUBLIC
Queenslanders for a Republic – an independent, non-party
political group, committed to an Australian Republic by 2000. We uphold traditional
Constitutional values of fairness and equity, recognising that Australia cannot
participate fully on the world stage as an independent nation while the Australian Head of
State is the Queen of England.
TULLY, Paul Gregory (139)
As a committed Republican and Queensland's longest-serving
elected City Councillor, I fully support moves to truly unite Australia by the start of
the new millennium.
FALVEY, Peter (104)
Peter Falvey is a family man, Newspaper Publisher, Hotelier,
and former Valleys Premiership Winger. Let's make history together. Our future's in your
hands. Vote Falvey.
NGUYEN, Mai (113)
As a naturalised 18 year old Australian, I am proud of my
heritage and nationality. Australia's future rests squarely in the hands of young people.
BYATT, Asia Ester (202)
Rural businesswoman, Laidley Shire Councillor, wife and
mother, embracing traditional values, our cultural diversity, respecting the right of the
individual, enhancing social and economic equality.
WOODS, Joanie (142)
I'm a proud Australian and Ipswich Councillor supporting a
republic, as the centenary of Federation approaches. Vote for Joanie Woods and
"Queenslanders for a Republic."
WILLIAMS, Rick (105)
I am a Queensland financial planner and JP. Australia must
have its own identity and own Head of State, as we enter the next millennium.
INDEPENDENT REPUBLICAN QUEENSLANDERS: SAUNDERS AND O'DWYER
SAUNDERS, Kay (193)
O'DWYER, Tim (135)
At primary school we sang God Save the Queen, and waved
British flags at visiting royals. By high school we questioned having to write
affirmations of loyalty to the Queen.
Times change. So must the constitution!
We're keen. We offer to represent fellow Queenslanders who
believe that the monarchy has little contemporary relevance, and more importantly, that
our nation needs a truly Australian head of state.
(Professor Saunders is an expert on the Australian
constitution, and has served on the National Australia Day Council. Tim O'Dwyer is a
solicitor and social commentator who holds a Master's Degree in Australian Studies).
YOUNG QUEENSLAND'S VOICE
FALLON, Garth (215)
LAVERCOMBE, David Alexander (111)
The youth are tomorrow's leaders. We must have our say. We
stand to protect the Australian way of life, yet embrace the challenge of the future, by
carefully considering all proposals, and offering constructive ideas of our own. This is a
rare and crucial opportunity which must be seized. Our constitution should be effective
and ordinary Australians must be able to understand and relate to it. This must be a
constitution for all Australians. Ensure that Young Queensland's Voice is heard.
AUSTRALIAN REPUBLICAN MOVEMENT
Thanks to the courage and hard work of Australians, this is
the best country in the world.
So why can't an Australian be our Head of State?
We deserve a Head of State who is proud to be Australian.
We deserve a Head of State who is one of us.
LAVARCH, Michael (170)
All my years as lawyer and federal Attorney General convinced
me that to be truly independent Australia must have its own Head of State.
ATKINSON, Sallyanne (151)
As former Brisbane Mayor and overseas Trade Commissioner, I
believe we should be like our major trading partners and have our own Head of State.
RUSSO, Sarina (220)
For eighteen years, the Office Business Academy and Russo
Institute of Technology has educated thousands of Queensland and international students to
build successful, independent careers.
EVERINGHAM, Paul (157)
Former Chief Minister. I've represented Australia overseas.
People admire us. But they can't believe we don't have our own Head of State.
HUGGINS, Jackie (107)
As an indigenous writer and Co-commissioner Inquiry into the
Separation of Aboriginal Children from their Families, I believe an independent Australia
will help reconciliation.
MACKLIN, Michael (106)
Former teacher, academic, Queensland Senator, Party Leader,
currently CEO of a major education consulting group. It's time to stand up and be counted
for Australia.
CHIOU, C L (137)
Born Taiwan, educated USA, naturalised Australian. Australia
has welcomed migrants from around the world. Having our own Head of State would help forge
our nation.
GRACE, Grace (216)
As a trade unionist I'm concerned about building a better
future for all Australians. A republic gives everyone an equal stake in an independent
Australia.
KENDALL, Rodney C (121)
Educated Brisbane State High School; now teaching there. Our
own Head of State will help give us the confidence to challenge the new century.
ATKINSON, Roslyn (189)
As a former teacher and now barrister I believe a republic
will unite us. Encouraging tolerance and self belief, it gives optimism for the future.
BARRACLOUGH, Ray (162)
My life in the church has given me great faith in the
abilities of all Australians. Being independent will draw us all closer together.
FOWLER, Gerry (171)
Young people must be given a strong say at the Convention. I
want to live in an independent Australia with our own Head of State.
FLACH, Xandra (175)
Growing up in Suriname, I became a naturalised Australian in
1982. I strongly support a system where any citizen can aspire to Australia's highest
office.
AUSTRALIAN GREENS FOR A JUST REPUBLIC
CONNORS, Libby (116)
GEORGE, Greg (228)
GUILD, Alexandra (195)
Don't just vote for a republic, vote for a just republic. We
want a republic and constitution for the twenty-first century – one that stands for
genuine reconciliation with indigenous Australians, protects our environment, guarantees
fair representation for all, especially women, and a Bill of Rights to protect the freedom
of Australians.
Every convention since the 1970s has called for major reform.
Don't let ARM and ACM limit the agenda to the head of state.
Bob Brown got the Convention through Senate now our team of
experienced campaigners will work with like-minded groups to achieve a just republic.
Libby Connors – Australian history lecturer,
environmentalist, feminist.
Greg George – campaigner for civil liberties and social
justice.
Alexandra Guild – environmental law student.
http://www.peg.apc.org/~qldgreens/conv.htm
http://www.peg.apc.org/~ausgreen
Phone: 07 3878 2663
ELECT THE PRESIDENT
PALMER, Clive (144)
FONG, Harold Charles (227)
MENSINK, Clive (141)
BAILEY, Don (192)
TOOGOOD, Chris (114)
TOPALOV, Andrew (128)
TOPALOV, Anna (221)
MENSINK, Jean (191)
PALMER, Susan (158)
HALL, Bronwyn (138)
JACK, Alison (146)
Each Australian must have the right to vote for the President
of Australia, or Head of State. A vote for "Elect The President" is a vote for
yourself having the right to vote for the President instead of members of Parliament
exclusively deciding who will be President. The Head of Australia has previously been
decided by politicians, who appoint their mates, or Judges. Australia is more than
politicians and Judges. Australia is a diverse society. All Australians regardless of sex,
race, or religion, or who they know must have the right to stand and vote for the
President of Australia.
Recent events demonstrate the monarchy is out of touch, with
community values and respect for individuals. By electing the President we can demand that
the President stay in touch with people, and community standards. We can also ensure that
our children are encouraged to respect people based on the content of their character, and
ability to serve Australia rather than who their parents are.
Protection of democracy and Australian way of life requires
the people of Australia to have the right to vote for the President. To serve the people
of Australia, the President must be accountable to the people of Australia at regular
elections. The right of the people to elect the President must be protected in the
Constitution. The President must be accountable to the people not to politicians (in
Canberra), who are remote from people's needs.
Only a small number of Australians have the money, and time to
join political groups to influence the actions of the Government. The President of
Australia will be elected to protect and represent all those who can't afford to join
political groups. The President of Australia will be the last sentry at the gate of
freedom protecting your rights. Make sure you have the right to vote for who the President
will be by voting for Clive Palmer (Elect The President).
CLEM JONES QUEENSLAND CONSTITUTIONAL
REPUBLIC TEAM
Clem Jones Team believes a recommendation to establish a
Republic must be accompanied by definition of subsequent decisions to be made. Community
consultation is essential to ensure that the Convention understands Community wishes on
kind of Republic sought, the wide changes which will follow, and Head of State Election
method.
JONES, Clem (129)
AO, Former Brisbane Lord Mayor, Darwin Reconstruction
Chairman, Member 1973-1976 Constitution Convention. Supports Republic retaining
Commonwealth membership. Seeks total community involvement in Republican process.
MUIR, David Alexander (112)
Solicitor
Knight of Honour Order of St John of Jerusaleum
Chairman, Queensland Crimestoppers
Director, Foodbank Queensland
Former President, Amnesty International, Queensland
Member Lions Club International
BUNNELL, Ann (210)
Deputy Mayor, Townsville City Council; Chair Environmental
Services; Past Member State Women's Consultative Committee; Community Representative State
Landcare Council, National Landcare Advisory; former Nurse Manager.
BRUSASCO, Ian (194)
AM, Pharmaceutical Chemist, 14 years Alderman BCC, Chairman
Australian Queensland Soccer, Port Authority 1991-96, TAB Board 1991-96, 4KQ, Life Member
various organisations. Queensland Rugby Representative.
PAUL, Lorraine (174)
Lorraine Martin - Awarded Order of Australia for outstanding
contribution to Corporate and Business sector. Believes Republic establishment must
involve the community and relevant constitutional reform.
BELL, Paul V (185)
Mayor, Emerald Shire, Third Term. Strong rural Queensland
advocate, and its participation in Republic process. Chairman CQ-ROC, CREDO-Q, C.H.TAFE,
Member CAPELEC, Kelly Task Force 1994.
TUCKER, Doug (211)
B.A., M.Pub.Ad., M.A.Ps.S., Senior Lecturer, Queensland
University, specialises in local government, public administration, inter-government
relations; also researches constitutional issues eg, separation of powers.
JOHNSTONE, Peter A (180)
Executive Officer Showman's Guild Australia; Youth Adviser
Queensland Government; Queensland Young Achiever – Regional Development 1995;
presently Chief Executive Officer Royal Agricultural Society Queensland Toowoomba.
ANDREWS, Graham (186)
OAM, Mayor Murweh Council Charleville. Chairman South-West
Power Authority. Life Member Western Rugby League, Australian State Rugby Union player.
Seeks Western community involvement Republican process.
CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHISTS
The constitution belongs to the people – not to
governments or political parties. While the Crown heads all our great institutions of
state, no politician can usurp power. The Crown is the ultimate guarantee of all our
freedoms. Don't be fooled into throwing it away on an ill-defined republic.
SHEIL, Glen (155)
Retired General Practitioner/Specialist Physician/Private
Hospital Proprietor. Senator for Queensland (National Party) 1974-81, 1984-90.
Writer/Publisher. Main interests: Leukaemia Foundation, Veterans' Tennis.
BJELKE-PETERSEN, Florence Isabel (198)
Queensland Senator (National Party) for 12 years (March
1981-June 1993). Wife since 1968 of longest-serving Queensland Premier (Sir Joh).
Grandmother, Mother, Patron, Author.
WALLIS, Noel (145)
Wide experience with people of all ages; within church,
community, national service, factory as well as university. Historian and biographer.
Qualifications: BD, MTh, ThD, (Qld).
HELON, George (109)
Author and Historian. JP (Qual) Qld. Life member Monarchist
League; Queenslanders for Constitutional Monarchy member; Australian representative,
Polish Monarchist Club. Employed Gurang Aboriginal Land Council Bundaberg.
DARBY, Michael (126)
Contact Michael Darby at queenslanders@hotmail.com or 0418
725780.Visit Queenslanders for Constitutional Monarchy (Constitutional Monarchists) at
http://www.freeyellow.com/members/queenslanders
ALTERNATIVE THREE
SHEEHY, Brian (226)
MAYNE, Cynthia (132)
BAKER, Bernie (152)
EVANS, Jean (115)
BISHOP, Reg C. (219)
OSTRENSKI, Joe (199)
OSBORNE, Shirley (120)
CLARK, Cec (130)
MCDERMOTT, Brian Patrick (163)
SHEEHAN, Stephen (136)
PITT, Tony (224)
NAUSS, Jay (143)
BOYLE, Peter Hamilton (167)
The important issues to be resolved: we must get Australia
back on track, therefore some changes to the rules that control politicians/government are
essential.
The Constitution shall belong to the people, and be retained
as amended by the people, placing Politicians, Government and Courts effectively under the
peoples' control.
A body of elected Australian citizens be established to
enforce the rules that limit politicians (government) as entrenched in the Constitution.
The people only, (not Politicians) shall have constitutional
right to put forward amendments to the Constitution.
The amended Constitution shall include all the fundamental
principles of common law that the people trust to maintain their freedom.
Following the amendments, the re-drafted Constitution shall go
to referendum.
The above principles are essential to restore hope and
prosperity to Australians and integrity to government.
Australia must re-establish Australian owned manufacturing,
farming and mining industries and limit politicians' ability to sellout or destroy them,
this will ensure jobs and the prosperity of Australia and its people. This can only be
guaranteed if the people have effective control of government.
The existing system where destructive, complicated, oppressive
taxation and interest is imposed on Australians while foreign and multinationals escape
virtually untaxed must be reversed.
The Constitution is the only means available to people to
control politicians and government. To be effective there must be an elected body
responsible directly to the people, charged with enforcing the rules laid down in the
Constitution.
None of peoples' real concerns can or will be addressed by
change to the Head of State, we either get the Constitutional controls right or we the
people continue to loose.
Have your say, empower the people, empower yourself; vote one
the Alternative Three team. For information, Alternative Three, Box 270 St Marys 2670.
PH-02-9623-6177 Fax-02-9826-1670.
Email succeed@bigpond.com Homepage, www.users.bigpond.com/succeed/upp
Brian Sheehy, Brisbane, Housing Industry.
Cynthia Mayne, Toowoomba, Family, Author.
Bernie Baker, Mackay, Korea Veteran, Miner.
Jean Evans, Gold Coast, Accountant.
Reg Bishop, Brisbane, Vietnam Veteran.
Joe Ostrenski JP, Townsville, Business.
Shirley Osbourne, Cairns, Family, Grazier.
Cec Clarke, Beenleigh, Family, Engineer.
Brian McDermott, Glen Eagle, Engineer.
Peter Sheehan, Longreach, JP, Valuer.
Tony Pitt, Maryborough, Retired RAAF.
Jay Nauss, Stanthorpe, Retired Army, Unemployed.
Peter Boyle, Rockhampton, Small Business.
AUSTRALIAN REPUBLICAN MOVEMENT (NORTH QUEENSLAND)
Thanks to the courage and hard work of Australians, this is
the best country in the world.
So why can't an Australian be our Head of State?
We deserve a Head of State who is proud to be Australian.
We deserve a Head of State who is one of us.
TRESTON, Bernie (110)
It's time for Australia to have its own Head of State. North
Queensland's voice for change needs to be heard in Canberra.
WILLSHIRE, Terry James (133)
I believe that by the year 2000 Australia should have an
Australian as Head of State, elected in a manner approved by Australians.
GEORGE, Melissa (150)
As a young indigenous woman I believe Australia should have
its own Head of State to ensure future generations are proud of our country.
ROSSI, Bob (154)
It's time to bring the Constitution up to date and to help our
rural producers sell their products internationally, regionally and locally.
Ungrouped candidates
JANSSEN, Peter (108)
NON-ALIGNED. CHRISTIAN. LAWYER
If the Constitution is to change in the next century, the
Australian people must have a say in who is to be their head of State.
President, South-West Brisbane Chamber of Commerce 1995-1997.
President, International House. University of Queensland 1980.
Aged 38, married, 2 children.
Self-employed Solicitor: 12 staff.
MCILWAIN, Jock (165)
A MODERN CONSTITUTION FOR CONTEMPORARY AUSTRALIA
Born Fiji, Australian parents. Bachelor of Engineering,
Sydney, 1950. 5 years Snowy Scheme. Became canal expert. Bachelor of Economics, 1971.
Alderman 7 years Gold Coast City. Historian McRobbie dedicated book "Gold Coast
Heritage" 1992, to me. Passionate desire for a compassionate, caring, loving,
multicultural society with equal opportunity for all.
PYKE, John Richard (140)
A REAL REPUBLIC GUARANTEES DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS
For a real republic, we need changes to the Constitution to
emphasise that we the people are the boss, and we control the powers of politicians and
public servants. For details of my proposals, see www.suncoast.com/real-republic/, or
write to PO Box 229, Brisbane Albert Street, 4002.
JOYNER, Rona (181)
AUSTRALIANS LOYAL TO CROWN AND CONSTITUTION
Australians rejected Republic once, wisely Federating under
Monarchy.
Under Constitution
Monarchs become Australian Citizens and Constitutional Head of
State;
Monarchs must uphold traditional God-given Common-Law Rights
and Freedoms;
Commonwealth is indissoluble;
Monarchs cost nothing.
Rejecting Monarchy (making Governor-General virtually
President of Republic)
Destroys Federation rights.
Threatens stable peaceful government.
(07) 3888-1450
REID, James Kenneth (179)
INDEPENDENT
I don't believe in today's shifting alliances that Australia
should total reject the concept of a change to a republic but at the same time I don't
believe in change for changes sake.
If we are to change, the way this is achieved must not erode
protection already afforded us.
MOLLISON, Charles (100)
INDEPENDENT
Do you feel powerless to influence Government?
Are Party Politics preventing good government?
Has the administration of justice gone astray?
To fix these problems we need a new constitution written by
the people for the people and which can only be changed by the people.
More? Phone (07) 5442 1589. Fax (07) 5442 1587
ARONEY, Nicholas (205)
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF QUEENSLAND
Constitutional Law Lecturer and Office Holder in the Christian
Church (Presbyterian), I seek to ascertain and represent the views of all Queenslanders
concerned to ensure that whether changes are made to our Constitution or not, the careful
balance embodied in our system of constitutional, federal, representative government is
preserved.
(www.pcq.org.au/const)
HUNGERFORD, Dianne (124)
To be or not to be!…
A republic …that is the question!
In a unique experiment of grassroots democracy, an ordinary
working citizen like myself can go to Canberra and participate in the dicussion on whether
to make a significant change to the constitution. Let me represent you.
D'HOOGHE, John (101)
INDEPENDENT STANDING FOR SIMPLICITY AND COMMONSENSE
Like most people John believes we have enough politicians and
lobby groups attending the Convention.
John is:
A true independent
An accountant and computer consultant
Married, two children
Born in Europe, now proudly Australian
Australia is a great country, with fantastic opportunities,
let's make the best of them.
dhooghe@acslink.aone.net.au
HOCKEY, Margaret (176)
THE PEOPLE'S INFORMED DECISION
Our constitutional Monarchy has served Australia well. However
it is time for Australia to become a Republic, with an Australian elected head of State,
altering the constitution as little as possible.
Convention delegates must gain knowledge about possible
Constitutional changes, giving information to voters, so they can make informed decisions.
HOWATSON, Ron (196)
CONSTITUTION CLARITY FOR COMING CENTURY
Age 69. Married. LL.B. F.I.P.A.A. F.A.I.M.
Retired industrial commissioner, previously public service
commissioner and deputy ombudsman. Experienced in commonwealth/state relations.
Researching and writing history of Queensland industrial commission. Volunteer cancer
support visitor.
Supports monarchy, defined powers for Governor-General, and
for commonwealth, states and local government, less power for senate.
WEST, Peter B (183)
RESURRECT CHRIST IN THE NATION'S HEART
On constitutional monarchy: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
Freedom of religion is not freedom from religion.
A demoralised and unjustified people cannot move forward.
What justifies our nation?
We must first decide this.
p.west@mailbox.uq.edu.au
http://www.uq.edu.au/~zzpwest
MARTIN, Peter John (147)
HISTORY, LIFE AND VISION IN CONSTITUTION
Influenced at once by history and future in life now, we are
subtly protected by the fabric and moral fibre of the Constitution. Today we are
challenged by an opportunity to bring new life to our Constitution and establish a vision
for those who follow us into the future.
ARENTZ, Kyla (222)
CONCERNED AUSTRALIAN
Should Australia
have an elected Australian head of state?
remain a member of the Commonwealth?
consider changing to a Republic?
I believe we should. I am a concerned young Australian
(engineering student – University of Queensland) who believes young Australians need
to be adequately represented at the upcoming constitutional convention.
NGUYEN, Xuan Thu (127)
WORKING FOR THE INTEREST OF NATION
Supporting Australia becomes the Republic. The head of the
state is an Australian resident.
Proudly Australia houses more than one hundred human races
– harmoniously we live, love, respect one another.
Together we build prosperous Australia.
Protecting our independence, freedom and peace.
I wish every family is happy, wealthy and peace.
BARROS, Alistair (188)
DEFINING DEMOCRACY IS AFFIRMING AUSTRALIA
A republican model whose democratic vision ventures not beyond
a head of state change, further inflates the legislative, executive, and judicial power of
government, at the expense of the political supremacy of the people. At that point our
deeply Australian heritage of a fair go is abandoned.
http://www.it.uq.edu.au/personal/barros/; barros@it.uq.edu.au.
EVANS, Mike (214)
INDEPENDENT REPUBLICAN
O'DEA, Frank (131)
I have taught Australian history at tertiary level.
I have worked in Logan City for eight years with various
community and national groups.
I am on the management committee for Logan West Community
Center.
I believe Australia's future development is in Australians
hands and Australian leadership should be Australian.
HARRIS, Len (118)
RETENTION OF THE EXISTING CONSTITUTION
The Australian Constitution is to unify and benefit all
Australians.
Is the Constitution being implemented today for that Goal!
What is the intent of the proposed change – is it to
protect the Constitution or subvert its original intent.
I strongly recommend Australian Citizens support and
strengthen the original Australian Constitution.
WAKEFIELD, James (117)
INDEPENDENT
I will support a system of Government that enables every man,
woman and child in Australia to a right of adequate health care.
That stands for free enterprise. That stands for democratic
government in a capitalist economy.
That opposes fascism, and socialism.
That believes in the essential rights of labor.
STANLEY, Bear (159)
GOVERNOR-GENERAL AS FIGUREHEAD, REPUBLIC: AUSTRALIAN
TRADITIONS
The traditional title of Governor-General is more Australian
than President, and implies no additional powers.
The Constitution should call Conventions at regular intervals
to encourage citizens to participate in the process of amendment.
A bill of rights is important to limit government power and
protect freedom.
More information: www.bushnet.qld.edu.au/~bear.
DUNSTAN, Max (213)
DON'T FORGET OUR EUREKA DEMOCRATIC SPIRIT
Today's Australia should not forget its Eureka spirit of
independence and democracy.
Decide on a Republic. Then a plebiscite on what should be
changed.
Then the referendum.
It's time to move democracy forward especially for blue and
white collar workers.
Finally, let the Southern Cross flag fly high over us!
PAYNE, Noel Andrew (225)
AN AUSTRALIAN FOR AUSTRALIA
An Australian Head of State would confirm our status as an
independent Nation. Current constitutional arrangements have served us well and we should
remain part of the Commonwealth. However, one of us should now hold our highest Office;
not as denial of our past, but as affirmation of our future.
MONSOUR, Chris (166)
ONE LAND, MANY NATIONS – REPUBLIC
The First Fleet brought twenty-two nationalities to Australia.
Australia is now the world's second most multi-national
country.
Background:
Vision
(0417) 751 489 (07) 3264 4732
JOYCE, Gilbert Keith (119)
INDEPENDENT CONSTITUTIONALIST
As a naturalized Australian and a Returned Soldier I believe
the forthcoming Constitutional Convention must be reliably and honestly informed of the
views of ordinary veterans and ex-service people and our constitutional rights and
responsibilities are not subverted by persons purporting to speak on our behalf without
consultation with us.
GARRAD, Ross (177)
DEMOCRATIC ALTERNATIVE: ELECT A PEOPLE'S PRESIDENT
Who should select our Head of State? Monarchists say this
power should remain with British politicians. Many republicans favour Australian
politicians.
In this great egalitarian nation, we, the people, must not be
excluded. For a sensible, democratic way to elect our President, phone or fax 07 3378 2296
or see http://www.suncoast.com.au/republic.
SALTMERE, Colin (200)
The last big change to the Constitution was in 1967.
The truth is Australia is no better off now, than back in
1967.
It needed this recipe
respect
good temper
patience
good-faith
unselfishness
common sense
fairness
Mix well with human rights.
I have the recipe, you supply the ingredients. (vote).
DWYER, Joie (125)
Certified Practising Accountant, Bachelor of Commerce, Arts;
Deputy-Mayor - Boonah Shire, Experienced Councillor.
Member - Order of Australia; Past State Commissioner - Girl
Guides; Past Area Director - Zonta International; Past Vice-President - Association of
Womens' Forum Clubs; Treasurer - Unifem Australia; Member - United Graziers.
Nominated by National Council of Women, Queensland.
Unaligned, open-minded.
MORRIS, Graeme O. (102)
FOR A NEUTRAL UMPIRE
Queensland only joined the Australian Federation believing
that there would be a neutral Governor-General umpire and a neutral judiciary overseen by
the Privy Council.
We have lost the latter, hence Mabo and Wik.
If we lose the former, we are on the way to totalitarianism,
dominated by Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra.
WYLIE, Julie (197)
JULIE MICHAEL
Wife and mother of three.
Farmer and rural business owner.
Before having children, practised as barrister in public law
with working knowledge of constitution.
43 years old.
Crows Nest (Qld) Shire Councillor.
Active in community.
No political affiliation.
Involved in rural development and integration of primary and
secondary industry.
LENEHAM, Russell James (153)
CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
Politically independent. Lived Townsville, Brisbane, Logan.
Lawyer, Beenleigh. Thirty-four years old; married; seven sons. Recognises pros and cons of
both Monarchy and Republic. Believes Republic inevitable. Paramount issues: rule of law;
government based on moral principles; closing the constitutional loophole by which
bureaucrats and politicians circumvent democracy by international treaties.
BELL, James C. (206)
I will represent the majority of Australians clear of
political motivation.
Our constitution must limit political interference with basic
rights given to all Australians.
England goes to the European Union as we forge our
constitutional independence.
I studied law here and in England (1996-7). This background
gives an essential perspective.
SNOWDEN, Bob (173)
WIDE BAY REPUBLICAN, BOB SNOWDEN
Should the Commonwealth of Australia enter the 21st Century,
without progressive constitutional change?
With our National Anthem, Advance Australia Fair. Should we
shackle it back with outmoded prejudice?
Loyalty to the Monarchy is in our hearts. Should we be forcing
it into the minds of our children? No!
HOOLIHAN, Paul Anthony (122)
AUSTRALIAN REPUBLICAN MOVEMENT (CENTRAL QUEENSLAND)
Paul Hoolihan is a Rockhampton lawyer and dedicated
republican.
He believes we deserve a head of state who is an Australian.
The message he will take to the Convention is that Australians
need to be given the opportunity to vote at a referendum to achieve an Australian head of
state.
HORRIGAN, Ken (207)
AUSTRALIAN HEAD OF STATE – NO POLITICIANS!
It is possible to have an Australian Head of State – who
is not a politician – with similar powers to our Governor General – appointed by
the people (or our elected representatives) – and still keep our links to the British
Monarchy.
We can meet this challenge.
We must meet this challenge!
THORPE, Neil (223)
PRO-REPUBLICAN
At the Constitutional Convention I will:-
Speak with an independent, non party politically aligned,
pro-republican voice.
Advocate for a fairer and just society that guarantees basic
rights and services for all citizens.
Uphold the democratic traditions and values that give
direction to a free, compassionate, tolerant and safe Australian society.
HEE, Maurie (184)
REPRESENTS FIVE GENERATIONS BORN IN AUSTRALIA
I am Australian and proud of it. There have been five
generations of my family born in Australia although we don't look like most Australians. A
Civil Engineer for 36 years with service on National Working Groups, I promise a
non-political vote best for Australia at the Convention.
HARRINGTON, Tim J (169)
Position: Australia should become a republic retaining the
Westminster parliamentary system.
Our Australian Constitution which enshrines our democratic
rights should only be minimally amended to establish a democratic process to elect an
Australian born head of state and to sever all constitutional links with the Crown and the
United Kingdom.
LE PAGE, Stephen G. (212)
BEST FOR AUSTRALIA
Australia in the twenty-first century needs innovative
government – reflective and representative of our traditions, our diverse peoples and
cultures, and able to command respect. I come with an objectivity, an experienced
international background, and a commitment to see that polarised and single-minded views
are balanced at the Convention.
CAREW, Richard (182)
BILL OF RIGHTS FOR AUSTRALIA
It's time Australia became a republic. But Australians need
more. Our Constitution should protect fundamental rights and freedoms.
This convention is your opportunity to guarantee the rights
all Australians take for granted. Together with colleagues in the other states, I'll
promote the constitutional protection of your rights and freedoms.
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