We don’t identify as ‘left’ or ‘right’ – we’re about moving forward, ie. PROGRESS, underpinned by principles and values.
Our principles are:
LEGACY – Everything we do must have a positive impact on future generations. We will consider the next 100 years, not just the next three
INTEGRITY – We will act in the interests of the majority of ordinary people, and not be influenced by money or favours from wealthy individuals or groups. We will not tolerate corruption
KINDNESS – We will treat all people with respect and compassion regardlesss of socio-economic status, gender, sexual preference, race, class, creed or religion
EQUALITY – We will take steps to reduce economic and social inequality
We are guided by our values: Ethics, Evidence, Empathy, Equality, Engagement, Empowerment
We could be seen as the sensible centre, motivated by principles and evidence, not ideology.
We see Australia as being best served by a “mixed capitalist system where private individuals or businesses make profit off labour, while operating within government regulations” (source: The Ethics Centre).
We see that unchecked capitalism leads to poor outcomes in terms of equality (ie gap between rich and poor continues to widen), kindness (ie exploitation of workers), legacy (ie immediate gains are more important than longer-term benefits) and integrity (eg questionable or unethical behaviour in the pursuit of wealth).
We therefore support strong, transparent and accountable government, supported by an apolitical, professional, reliable and ethical public service, responsible for a regulatory framework which best balances the capitalist system with human rights and respect.
We are tired of political game-playing, and the detrimental impact of polarisation and opposition for opposition’s sake. We see a future where elected parliamentarians - from major parties, minor parties, and independents – work together with respect and tolerance, guided by evidence and ‘people first’ principles, to make Australia a safe and sustainable country which enables all people to thrive and achieve success.
We view the two major parties in Australia – the Liberal Party and the Australian Labor Party – as being past their best, tied to history and habits that are no longer suited to today’s realities.
We think it’s time for a fresh new party to gain prominence.
That party is the AUSTRALIAN PROGRESSIVES
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Focus on the future
We believe that in the long-term our party goals can be best achieved through a broad, open, modern and transparent organisation.
We are an authentic grass-roots political party started in 2014. Read more about our story here.
We are now undertaking the next stage in our growth and development. We want to provide clear pathways for talented people to enter politics.
Membership is free. Our aim is to involve more people by using open participation models rather than the idea of traditional party membership.
Have a say in your own future
1. Tackling the housing affordability crisis and homelessness
2. Ensuring all Australians have a level of income which allows them a decent standard of living
3. Improving and expanding public health services
4. Better access and funding for public education
5. A science-based response to the climate crisis including the rapid phase-out of fossil fuels
6. Comprehensive whistleblower protections
7. Support for just and fair outcomes for First Nations peoples
We think a good party starts with people power – progressive Aussies speaking up.
We want to hear from you: where do you want progressive parties to go in the next 20 years?
What should a modern progressive party look like? What do you not like about the current ‘progressive’ parties?
We want to know your opinion. By starting this conversation, we can make sure progressive ideas are always on the agenda.
The Australian Progressives was formed in 2014 by a group of people with shared political beliefs that did not identify
with the major progressive parties – namely Labor and the Greens. Over the years a committed group of people have put substantial
effort into establishing the party. We have stood candidates in both federal and state elections.
This is not just about the next election cycle.
What the Australian Progressives offer is a party with solid structures and systems in place for continuity.
We have values and ethics embedded into our organisation. Members are welcome and able to contribute within a fair framework.
Ultimately, good people can run as candidates for election and be part of this new generation of politicians so sorely needed.
2. Develop the operational side of the party
3. Create the processes to develop and select Australia’s future leaders
The Australian Progressives want to reflect our modern society – we encourage all people – and especially young people, women, migrants, people with disabilities, people of color - to join us.
You can read more about our policies in the previous election.
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