Introduction to Sustainability

Sustainability involves the balancing of complex economic, environmental and social demands, but in simple terms means that the Australia (and world) we leave behind is as good as, if not better than, the one we inherited.

Objectives

Our community movement aims to secure an economically, environmentally and socially sustainable Australia.

This includes a sustainable environment, better planning, affordable housing and secure jobs.

Core Values

Sustainable Australia is a centrist (not ‘left’ or ‘right’) community movement committed to a prosperous, inclusive, democratic and sustainable Australia.

Sustainable Australia policies represent our objectives and core values in action.

Sustainable Australia upholds the following core values:

1. Sustainable Living

Australia should progress economically and socially using resources in ecologically sustainable ways to protect the environment and the natural world. The aim is wellbeing for all Australians, present and future, and to preserve the biodiversity of our ecosystems, with enough space and resources to live well and in balance with each other. Sustainability and environmental impact involves the contribution of population numbers, per capita consumption and technology. A sustainable Australia requires the stabilising of our population, smaller per-person impacts on the environment and the adoption of better technologies.

2. Productive Innovation

We encourage innovation and sustainable development. In economic, environmental, social and cultural fields we advocate renewed investment in education and training, scientific research and entrepreneurship. The objective is a skilled, productive and creative nation, allowing all Australians to fulfil their potential.

3. Transparent Democracy

We are committed to honest and transparent governance that prioritises the broader public interest and stops corruption. All individuals should have equal opportunity to take part in the democratic process. Public policy should be based on objective evidence-based advice in light of wider social, economic, environmental, national security and cultural concerns.

4.Fiscal Responsibility

Public finances and resources should be properly managed and accounted for, so as to ensure Australia lives within its means.

5. Global Vision

Through partnership, example and assistance, Australia should help other nations to develop sustainably and meet the human rights of all citizens.