The Australian Republic Movement

☀️ An Australian republic will unite us all and bring together the strongest elements of our nation. Let’s work together and create a future to be proud of. Start campaigning: www.republic.org.au/start #AusPol #AusRepublic

🙌 We love to see it! Prominent campaigner for an Australian republic, Jesse J. Fleay, wears a Kangaroo Australian Republic Movement t-shirt. Get yours here! www.republic.org.au/shop

The Australian Republic Movement wishes the King well following his cancer diagnosis.   National Director and CEO Isaac Jeffrey said: “A statement released overnight by Buckingham Palace announced the King of Australia has been diagnosed with cancer. This is an incredibly challenging and private time for any family. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gxb7pVRy

🛑 Attention Aussies! It's time to stand together! Sign the petition ( https://chng.it/5P8wdTVwjb ) urging King Charles to foot the bill for his Australian visit. He can afford it - let's ensure the royals cover their own travel expenses in 2024. Every signature counts! #AusPol #AusRepublic

📢 Let your voice be heard! Aussies, it's time to speak up! Over 78% of us believe the royals should cover their own travel expenses to Australia. Sign the petition now at https://chng.it/5P8wdTVwjb and say NO to Aussie taxpayers footing the bill for King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit in 2024. #AusPol #AusRepublic

The Australian Republic Movement has welcomed comments from the Chair of Australians for Constitutional Monarchy, Eric Abetz, who asked those advocating for a republic to explain how it would “improve day-to-day life or the standard of our democracy” - no worries, Eric, we’re happy to discuss. https://lnkd.in/genxuVAE #AusPol #AusRepublic

💬 Join Evelyn Santoro on the Talking Independence podcast as she chats to Bronwyn Kelly, founder of Australian Community Futures Planning, an organisation that plans for the future of Australia so the next generation lives in a stronger nation. What does it look like and how do we get there? https://lnkd.in/gYiHJic #AusPol #AusRepublic

💬 Join Talking Independence host Evelyn Santoro as she speaks to Professor Jenny Hocking: the woman who led and won the battle for the National Archives of Australia to release the Palace letters. The letters about the dismissal of Gough Whitlam revealed far more royal involvement in Australian politics than Professor Hocking had imagined, with her book 'The Palace Letters' described as being a detective story and courtroom drama with political intrigue and a royal cover-up. And yes, it’s non-fiction. https://lnkd.in/gYiHJic #AusPol #AusRepublic

👋 We’re inviting all members and supporters to join us for a BBQ this weekend in Canberra! Mark the beginning of spring and get to know the people behind the campaign, including our new CEO & National Director, Isaac Jeffrey. https://lnkd.in/gWKstPVu #AusPol #AusRepublic

The Australian Republic Movement’s National Committee is delighted to announce the appointment of our new Chief Executive Officer and National Director. Lifelong republican and strategist Isaac Jeffrey will be leading the organisation through its next exciting phase – advocating for an Australian republic and a Head of State chosen by Australians. Co-Chair Nova Peris OAM said: “Australia's Head of State should live here. They should be a proud Australian and someone we are proud to have representing us on the international stage. They should step up to unify our nation in times of celebration or crisis. They should play a role in shaping and leading our united nation for all Australians. As much as they might try, these are roles the King or Queen of the United Kingdom could never truly do. “The ARM’s new CEO and National Director will play a major part in helping shape the conversation with the Australian people. This appointment will help deliver a transformative vision of a republic for all Australians.” Incoming CEO Isaac Jeffrey said: “Australia has the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate our history, both pre and post European settlement, while embracing a shared vision of what our future can be. It’s time for our nation to have a conversation about that future and how we move forward into our next chapter. “Most Australians want a Head of State who is chosen by us, to work in our best interests, and who is accountable to us. We believe in merit and democracy, not inherited aristocracy. We’ve all got ideas on how we should choose our Head of State and what role they should play, but what the majority can agree on is that we want the right to choose. “With the ARM National Committee, I will be ramping up our engagement with all Australians and our elected representatives, so we can create the change that Australians want and are proud to support. We will be listening and genuinely consulting to find the right approach. It’s not something we should do just for the sake of it, nor rushed to simply make it happen, we will take our time and get it right. “I look forward to taking this shared vision for a stronger and more united Australia, and making it a reality in partnership with the Australian people.” Co-Chair Craig Foster AM said Mr Jeffrey had a strong background in both the political arena and in the private sector, with his most recent role being CEO at the National Irrigators’ Council. “I welcome Isaac’s appointment to the role and look forward to working with him to engage with Aussies,” Mr Foster said. “Together, we want to find out what people are looking for in an Australian Head of State, how they should be elected and what role they should play in leading our country – and I’m excited to get started with this important conversation.” #AusPol #AusRepublic