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Australian Democrats
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Official account of the Australian Democrats. Authorised by A. Castrique, Australian Democrats, 15 Bassett St Nairne, SA 5252
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This is the second time in 9 months the Coalition have cracked it. Why all the drama*? 🙄

#auspol #Nationals #Libs

*We know why 🫠
January 22, 2026 at 3:55 AM
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Re the hate speech bill: www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentar...

#auspol
January 21, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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"We are being confronted daily with distressing events, polarising rhetoric, and pressure to pick a side quickly and loudly.
In moments like this, trust in democratic institutions matters more than ever."

#auspol

www.democrats.org.au/the-world-is...
The World Is Loud. Democracy Needs Calm and Considered Conversation
The end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026 have been unusually distressing and exhausting. Across the world – from Iran, Gaza, Ukraine and Venezuela, to Minnesota and the United States more broadly,...
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January 18, 2026 at 8:04 AM
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#HappyNewYear2026
December 31, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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We wish you all a peaceful and joyful Christmas, if you observe, and a peaceful and restful holiday season if you don’t. Take care and best wishes to you and your loved ones.

#auspol
December 24, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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🧵Australia is a multicultural, egalitarian society, built on looking after one another and mateship.

Unfortunately, in every society, there are always some people who are drawn to violence, hate and anger.

#auspol #bondibeach #bondiattack
December 16, 2025 at 4:19 AM
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We will have more to say once the facts are at hand, but for now we share the grief and horror of the nation.

#BondiBeach #auspol
Statement from the Australian Democrats: "We are devastated by the incident at Bondi Beach. This is an appalling attack that does not reflect who we are as a society. Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by this horrific event."
December 14, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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A day to celebrate.

Read more here:
www.democrats.org.au/same-sex-mar...

#auspol #MarriageEqualityAustralia
December 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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If you believe in fair, transparent government now is the time to join us.

#auspol #Tasmania

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December 8, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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“Labor has the space to do what it wants – and what it wants, apparently, is to be the Liberal Party of the 1990s.”

www.thenewdaily.com.au/news/politic...

#auspol
First whispers of discontent for Labor are coming from within
Labor has the space to do what it wants – and what it wants, apparently, is to be the Liberal Party of the 1990s.
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December 7, 2025 at 4:46 AM
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The FOI Amendment Bill 2025 makes it harder to hold govt to account: bans anonymous requests, adds a “transparency tax” fee, and expands secrecy. Parliament must reject it.

👉 www.oaf.org.au/2025/09/08/2...

#RightToKnow #FOI #auspol
“Strengthening” FOI or sabotaging It? Why we oppose the FOI Amendment Bill 2025
The Albanese Government has introduced the Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2025, presented as a reform to “strengthen” the FOI framework. According to the Attorney-General’s press release, the…
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September 8, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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Greatly saddened to learn of the passing of the Hon Stephen Charles AO KC.

He was extraordinarily generous with his time and expertise in championing accountability and transparency.

Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and his colleagues at the Centre for Public Integrity.

#auspol
June 17, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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"AUKUS was always a disastrous deal for Australia. We were never likely to get any submarines, and all the deal does is tie us ever closer to an increasingly volatile and aggressive America."

#auspol #AUKUS

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AUKUS is a disaster for Australia. Trump has given us an out – let’s take it
We were never likely to get any submarines, and all the deal does is tie us ever closer to an increasingly volatile and aggressive America.
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June 13, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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May 26 is National Sorry Day.

We reflect on the recommendations in the Bringing Them Home report, and we have hope that the reforms in the Uluru Statement From the Heart will be borne out to shape an Australia for all Australians.

#auspol #sorryday
May 26, 2025 at 6:17 AM
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Well, no one was expecting that result, not even Labor!

Join @shejedi.bsky.social, @docbaty.bsky.social and a rehabilitated former Liberal as they consider the immediate aftermath of the election.

#auspol #KeepTheBastardsHonest

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May 13, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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In 1977, Don Chipp had a vision to offer Australian voters the choice to support a party with a difference. Today is our birthday. We're still here, and we're still living the same values Don envisioned
May 9, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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"The country that elected Tony Abbott in 2013 is gone. It has been replaced by a volatile, culturally diverse, values-driven, and economically anxious electorate, one that expects serious answers on housing, inclusion, climate, and fairness."

www.afr.com/politics/fed...

#auspol
The Liberals are fundamentally mismatched with modern Australia
The party is ignoring the realities, identities, and aspirations of the people who will determine its electoral future.
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May 8, 2025 at 1:05 AM
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#auspol #dontriskdutton
May 3, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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It’s democracy sausage day!
#auspol #democracysausage
May 3, 2025 at 4:04 AM
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In the interests of transparency and accountability we have to report that the people’s watchdog had a slow start this morning, but we got there in the end 😂

#auspol
May 3, 2025 at 2:26 AM
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Election eve vibes FYW 💛💚🥳

#auspol
May 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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And that’s a wrap! Pre-poll in WA is DONE. Now for the main event tomorrow! 🥳

#auspol
May 2, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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When you’re voting tomorrow, remember:
You can vote for integrity.
You can vote for fairness.
You can vote for action.
Vote #1 Australian Democrats — for secure housing, fair prices, and a Senate that
keeps the majors honest.
#auspol #Vote1AusDems #CostOfLiving
May 2, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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The results of The Chaser's Poll to Save Democracy are in and they suggest a real shock during tomorrow's election.

Read more: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/4483...
EXCLUSIVE: Bluey's dad leads preferred PM poll
May 2, 2025 at 7:46 AM
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Elana met Linda today at pre-poll. Linda set up our very first WA branch in Subiaco back in 1977.

She told Elana, “I was protesting uranium mining in the 70s, now I’m protesting fracking in the Kimberley. I'm furious I still have to protest this stuff.”

#auspol #auspol25
May 2, 2025 at 6:11 AM