ARM Members’ Event – The Australian Choice Model
Join us for the third instalment in our 2025 members’ webinar series as we dive deep into the Australian Choice Model – the framework developed by the ARM several years ago.
When: Monday 19 May 2025, 5:30 pm AEST
Where: Zoom (link will be emailed to registered members)
Hosts & Speakers:
Nathan Hansford – ARM Co-Chair (Host & Moderator)
Sandy Biar – Former ARM CEO and driving force behind the Choice Model development
Dr Ben Jones – Historian, former ARM Board member & author of This Time: Australia’s Republican Past and Future
Deborah Crossing – Life member, former Convenor of the South Australian Branch and member of the ARM Women's Network
In this session we’ll unpack:
Why a new model was needed – lessons from the 1999 referendum and fresh research that shaped our thinking.
The evidence base – national polling, focus groups and expert advice that pointed us towards a clear, direct-election pathway.
How the model was drafted – the rigorous collaboration between constitutional law experts and contributions from over 1,500 people and organisations.
After a concise presentation from Sandy and Ben moderated by Nathan, we’ll open the floor for an extended moderated member Q&A, so bring your questions.
We look forward to seeing you online on 19 May as we explore the Choice Model and chart the next steps towards an Australian republic.
Not yet a member? This webinar is exclusive to financial members of the Australian Republic Movement. Join today and secure your place at the session!