Matrix Design - Aligned Council of Australia

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

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?

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?

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.

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?

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.

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.