Population

"Man a being in search of meaning"

                                                                          Plato

 

 

Growing world population seems to be out of control and stretches the Earth’s natural capacity to sustain life. Overpopulation in many countries presents a huge problem, resulting in misery, war, disease, pollution, environmental destruction and a constant flow of refugees. Many of the gravest threats to the Earth’s life support systems have a global dimension, and call for political decision-making and action on a global scale.

Despite the fact that Australia is still one of the least populated countries in the world our limited natural resources (e.g. water, arable soil, etc.) impose many restrictions that we have to consider. Surely our population levels can grow much higher than now, but such population increase can only be achieved at the expense of the environment and may not be sustainable in a long term.

We believe our environment, social harmony and living standards will be best served if the state encourages responsible parenting and immigration aimed at preserving current population levels (for more detail see Families and children).

Our goals are enhanced living and environmental standards, and not a population boom. We shall also promote global population control measures through UN and other forums. Measures in this area will help ease tensions and conflict in many third world countries, as well as reduce the refugee problem.

 

Indigenous population

 

A couple of centuries ago, when many believe our country was founded, colonialism and war were dominating the world. Hundreds of thousands of people were killed in conflicts and wars. Our end of the globe was a small exception from the general rule. The indigenous population had very little chance to resist the vastly superior European culture, technology and weaponry... Unlike America, Asia, or Africa the local population lacked any kind of state organization or culture that could offer resistance to the settlers. Compared with other parts of the world the contact of the two different civilizations was relatively bloodless. In the ensuing years, not without friction and smoke, the local population had to bridge the abyss between their culture and the new one. Now we see parts of the bridge on both shores, but we are yet to finish the span. One needs to have a thorough knowledge of history in order to make any precise judgments on the values of our indigenous culture. Even then such judgments may still be called subjective, racist or controversial. We shall leave everyone to decide for himself whether the didgeridoo or boomerang is any better than a violin or space craft. After doing this we would invite you to turn a new page.

If we are to build a better world we have to forget some of our differences and look forward. If we keep arguing about the same issues year after year, this will only put more salt in the wound and no one will benefit. Our multicultural society can cater for any kind of people, and together we can build bridges between our beliefs and cultures. Putting it simply, we all give and take something to or from the society. Our indigenous people now can enjoy many of the luxuries of modern man, which they might not have achieved otherwise. They also had to pay a hefty price, and trade off many of their traditional customs and values. Sadly, history worked exactly the same way in almost every other part of the world. We can not reverse history, but we can create the new one right now.

We are committed to improve the living standards of our aboriginal population by voluntary programs and initiatives, and not by forced interventions “assisted” by army and police. Our policies shall be based on the principles of self-determination and pluralism allowing each member of our society (not just aboriginal but of any other descent) to choose a way of life that best suits his/her culture and beliefs.  Every indigenous person shall be able to freely choose between a modern or traditional way of life. Each way has its own advantages and problems, and no political system can solve all of them. We shall do our best to provide freedom of choice and make life better for the entire indigenous population.

  • Traditional way of life in the bush confined by harsh climate and archaic habits offers very limited chances of economic and cultural prosperity. Life standards and expectancy may never be the same as in many other areas of the country but you may still enjoy many freedoms that are otherwise hard to find in contemporary life. If you prefer to live in the bush and obey the ancient tribal laws we shall respect your choice and avoid any unnecessary interference. Free healthcare, education and other social services shall be always available if you choose to rely on “non-traditional” methods for any length of time.
  • Modern life may still appeal to other indigenous people who want to experience contemporary living standards and integrate into the modern society. We are fully aware that such a choice is a huge challenge for many of us and shall assist people willing to do so in many possible ways:
    We shall provide 5 years of free urban government housing for all indigenous people willing to try modern life. After a period of 10 years (5 years free + 5 years renting) such accommodation shall be available for purchase by the occupier/s at greatly reduced prices with access to government provided low cost loan if required.
  • Like anyone else all indigenous people willing to work shall be able to get started with the new Department for Public Works or other private & government businesses. During the first 10 years of their career all earnings below $100k shall be tax-free.
  • Indigenous people shall also be entitled to $10 000 government resettlement grant 1 year after moving to urban areas.

In all other aspects of life indigenous people shall be treated no differently than others thus eliminating any potential for mistreatment and discrimination. All government offices, commissions and institutions dealing specifically with aboriginal affairs shall be closed and their duties blended with the ordinary government agencies.