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This webinar unpacks the Australian Choice Model, the framework developed by the Australian Republic Movement to deliver a clear, direct-election pathway to an Australian republic. Learn more about what the model is and how it was shaped through lessons from the 1999 referendum, national polling and a drafting process with input from 1,500 individuals and organisations across the country.
ARM Co-Chair Nathan Hansford moderates a panel featuring Sandy Biar, former ARM CEO and key architect of the Choice Model, Dr Ben Jones, historian, former ARM Board member and author of This Time: Australia’s Republican Past and Future, and Deborah Crossing, life member, former South Australian Branch Convenor, and member of the ARM Women’s Network.
2025 marks 50 years since Australia’s most significant constitutional crisis: the dismissal of the Whitlam Government. The event revealed significant weaknesses and flaws in the Australian Constitution and the conventions by which it operates, as well as new faultlines in our relationship with the monarchy—much of which have yet to be revealed to the Australian public.
Former ARM National Committee Member Professor Jenny Hocking joins ARM Co-Chair Esther Anatolitis to discuss what this year’s milestone means for the future Australian republic.
Reading materials: The Palace Letters by Jenny Hocking
In 2021, Barbados made history, officially becoming a republic. But how did they get there? What strategies were key to their success, and how did they unite their people behind the vision of a republic? Chereda Grannum, a member of the Republican Status Transition Advisory Committee, joins ARM Youth Convenor Yasmin Poole to share the behind-the-scenes story of Barbados’ journey and what Australia can learn.
Reading materials: The Charter of Barbados
All women members and supporters of the ARM are warmly welcomed to come along, mingle and share your ideas for action, vision and interest in having an Australian as Australia’s Head of State. Catch ups are held periodically. If you are interested in joining future sessions, email womensnetwork@republic.org.au.
VIC
Asian-Australian Perspectives on the Future of an Australian Republic: Discussing republic movements across Asia and transnational solidarities featuring Dr Mridula Nath Chakraborty and Yacinta Kurniasih.
ACT
National Multicultural Festival 2025: The ACT Branch ran a stall focusing on awareness building and educating people on what an Australian Head of State means.
Further events to be added soon.
We’re hosting an ARM info and membership sign up stand at the Redcliffe Jetty Markets Sutton Beach. If you’re able to help, please RSVP by 4th August 2019 to the Moreton Bay ARM Group.
The ARM is hosting an information and membership stand at the Crystal Brook Show. Volunteers needed - materials provided.
