Become AuggieStudy / Part 4: Australian values
Values: freedom of speech and association
- Free expression is allowed within the law
- Media enjoy the same free speech
- Peaceful protest is a key part of democracy
- Promoting violence against any group is never acceptable
- False allegations and urging law-breaking are illegal
- People can freely join or leave legal groups
- Protests must be peaceful, with no injury or damage
| Action | Allowed? |
|---|---|
| Peaceful protest against the government | Yes |
| Criticising a policy in the media | Yes |
| Promoting violence against a group | No |
| Making false allegations | No |
| Encouraging others to break the law | No |
| Protest that damages property | No |
Key facts
- Free expression is allowed within the law.
- Media have the same freedom of speech.
- Peaceful protest is an essential part of democracy.
- Promoting violence against any group is never acceptable.
- False allegations and encouraging law-breaking are illegal.
- People can join or leave legal groups voluntarily.
- Protests must be peaceful: no injury, no property damage.