HONOUR Initiative

HONOUR is an initiative by the Aligned Council of Australia, dedicated to empowering Australians with transparent and unbiased information about political candidates who support national sovereignty, constitutional freedoms, and a prosperous future for all. We remain independent, endorsing no party or candidate, but are committed to providing voters with the clarity needed to make informed decisions. As the 2025 federal election approaches, HONOUR is laying the foundation for a movement that will influence the political landscape through 2028 and beyond—because an informed nation is a sovereign nation.

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We have developed a questionnaire for candidates in the 2025 federal election. All candidates are invited to participate. The questions are designed to help us assess which candidates align with our values and which do not. The responses will serve as a record of each candidate’s position on issues that matter most to us. This will also hold elected officials accountable, enabling us to call them out if they fail to uphold their promises once in office.

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this questionnaire: https://form.jotform.com/250537330357050. Once their responses are verified, they will be published below, helping us make informed decisions when it’s time to vote.

Read responses to our HONOUR questionnaire by candidates in the 2025 federal election.

Christine Thompson — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

No control – Individuals must have full bodily autonomy over medical decisions, with full informed consent being supplied by individual’s medical professionals alone. The doctor patient relationship is sacrosanct. Patients are free to make their own choices without undue influence or coercion.

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

Prioritise economic and energy security – Australia should focus on economic and energy stability first, and only make climate commitments that align with national interests and do not harm industries or jobs.

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

Prioritise deregulation and increase support – I believe farmers face too much red tape; we should work to reduce unnecessary regulation, and provide more education and support to help them thrive instead of introducing new laws.

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

David Wickham — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

No, I do not support it – I think we should focus on current and future challenges, rather than rehashing decisions made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Concerns but open to dialogue – I have concerns about some aspects, particularly the lack of enforcement mechanisms and potential conflicts with national priorities, but believe further discussion is necessary.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

Conditional intervention – The government should respect informed consent but may intervene in public health emergencies, using pressure (e.g., incentives or penalties) to encourage compliance.

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Limited regulation – Free speech is vital, but laws against hate speech, defamation, and misinformation are necessary.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Support with safeguards – Useful if privacy protections and strict regulations are in place.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Support foreign aid with conditions – Foreign aid should be given, but with clear conditions that align with Australia’s national interests and priorities, ensuring mutual benefits.

Kristine Glapa — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

Balance climate commitments with energy security – Australia should work towards climate goals, but ensure energy security and economic growth are not compromised by overly restrictive agreements.

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

Balance both needs – I think there should be a balance between regulation and support, ensuring that farmers are protected but not overly burdened.

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Balance both – Foreign aid should continue, but not at the expense of addressing critical domestic issues like healthcare, housing, and education.

Michael Verschuur — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

Advisory role – The government should provide guidance and recommendations, but individuals should retain the right to make their own medical choices with informed consent.

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Limited regulation – Free speech is vital, but laws against hate speech, defamation, and misinformation are necessary.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Recognition – Australia should have greater recognition of human rights through federal legislation. While Australia has been a party to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for over 70 years, and has not had such legislation ratified into domestic law, we seem to be doing ok.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Support foreign aid with conditions – Foreign aid should be given, but with clear conditions that align with Australia’s national interests and priorities, ensuring mutual benefits.

Stefan B — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Mark McFarlane — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Limited regulation – Free speech is vital, but laws against hate speech, defamation, and misinformation are necessary.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Richard Wells — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

Balance climate commitments with energy security – Australia should work towards climate goals, but ensure energy security and economic growth are not compromised by overly restrictive agreements.

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Margaret Lee — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Oppose – Risks government overreach, data misuse, data breaches, and loss of personal freedoms.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Limit it – Some ownership is fine, but stricter regulations are needed to protect Australians and their national interests.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Fiona Cardinaletti — Independent

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Shalini Bhasin — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

Advisory role – The government should provide guidance and recommendations, but individuals should retain the right to make their own medical choices with informed consent.

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Limit it – Some ownership is fine, but stricter regulations are needed to protect Australians and their national interests.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

David Segal — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Support – Foreign investment benefits the economy, creates jobs, and strengthens trade relationships.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Keith Karp — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

No, I do not support it – I think we should focus on current and future challenges, rather than rehashing decisions made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Limit it – Some ownership is fine, but stricter regulations are needed to protect Australians and their national interests.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Support foreign aid with conditions – Foreign aid should be given, but with clear conditions that align with Australia’s national interests and priorities, ensuring mutual benefits.

Simon Wilson — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

Advisory role – The government should provide guidance and recommendations, but individuals should retain the right to make their own medical choices with informed consent.

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Support – Foreign investment benefits the economy, creates jobs, and strengthens trade relationships.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Michael Abelman — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Oppose – Risks government overreach, data misuse, data breaches, and loss of personal freedoms.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Balance both – Foreign aid should continue, but not at the expense of addressing critical domestic issues like healthcare, housing, and education.

Anthony Bull — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Support – Foreign investment benefits the economy, creates jobs, and strengthens trade relationships.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Tyler Green — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

David Fawcett — Libertarian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Limit it – Some ownership is fine, but stricter regulations are needed to protect Australians and their national interests.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Paul Glover — Liberal

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

There is no climate alarm knowing the physics of it all we need to bow out of all that and concentrate on building a country and having autonomy as a country

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Carlos Quaremba — Pauline Hanson's One Nation

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

The right for free speech with the responsibility of free speech

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Nathan Skrlj — Pauline Hanson's One Nation

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Limit it – Some ownership is fine, but stricter regulations are needed to protect Australians and their national interests.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Rebecca Hewett — Pauline Hanson's One Nation

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

Karen Maker — People First

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Strongly oppose – A step toward mass surveillance and loss of privacy.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

Balance both needs – I think there should be a balance between regulation and support, ensuring that farmers are protected but not overly burdened.

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

William Bay — The Great Australian Party

1. Would you support a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the public health response to COVID-19 in line with the terms outlined by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee in its report dated 19 April 2024?

In Support – A Royal Commission is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and to learn from the mistakes made during the COVID-19 era.

2. What is your position on the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s 2024 International Health Regulation Amendments?

Oppose – The amendments grant too much power to the WHO and could undermine national sovereignty, especially concerning pandemic declarations and health policies.

3. What level of involvement should government health authorities have in individual's medical decisions, considering the principle of informed consent?

4. What is your position on whether government regulation of free speech is necessary in Australia?

Absolute free speech – No government restrictions, even on offensive, controversial, ‘hate speech’.

5. Should Australia commit to passing federal legislation to establish a Bill of Rights codifying fundamental human rights such as the rights to be free from discrimination and torture, upholding the right to liberty and security of person, or freedom of movement and expression?

Support – Australia must codify fundamental inalienable Human Rights into Australia’s federal legislation.

6. What is your stance on a national digital identification system and associated surveillance measures?

Oppose – Risks government overreach, data misuse, data breaches, and loss of personal freedoms.

7. What is your position on foreign ownership of Australian land, farms, and key infrastructure?

Ban it – Essential land and critical infrastructure should remain fully Australian-owned.

8. How should Australia approach international climate agreements in relation to economic and energy security?

9. What is your position with respect to the level of regulation our farmers face?

10. What is your position on the allocation of foreign aid to support overseas conflicts in relation to domestic priorities?

Prioritise domestic needs – Foreign aid should be reduced or paused until Australia addresses its own social, economic, and infrastructure challenges.

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