Australian Values and Responsibilities Explained

Australian values are the shared beliefs that hold the country together. They aren't just words — when you sign the Australian Values Statement, you commit to living by them.

The core values - Respect for the freedom and dignity of the individual - Freedom of religion and a secular government - Commitment to the rule of law - Parliamentary democracy - Equality of men and women - Equality of opportunity for all people, regardless of background

Responsibilities of every citizen - Obey the laws of Australia - Vote in federal, state, and territory elections, and in referendums - Defend Australia should the need arise - Serve on a jury if called

Why all five "values" questions must be correct The five values questions are non-negotiable because they reflect commitments, not trivia. Read each one carefully — most mistakes happen when people skim and pick a "nice sounding" answer that subtly contradicts a value.