AUSTRALIAN GOVERNANCE
Renewed democracy, a more open government (including the role of the media), the structure of the Federation and the rights and responsibilities of citizens
The Australian Government is committed to greater access to freedom of information, effective parliamentary reform and removing as many dysfunctional dimensions to the Australian Federation as possible. The Government is also examining ways in which Australians can increasingly deliberate in the making of government policy through a range of mechanisms, including community cabinets, as a part of a commitment to contemporary democracy.
The Australia 2020 Summit [1] will examine:
- How best to implement an effective an agenda of open government which best balances the legitimate requirements of the media and the confidentiality requirements of cabinet government in the Westminster system
- How best to engaged the community in government decision making
- What forms of Federation reform are appropriate for the future to maximise outcomes for the economy and the community
- How to ensure the future viability of local government operations and infrastructure provision.
Use this online forum to contribute your ideas to the Summit.