What is the deal with the Sovereign Citizen’s movement?

The phrase “flesh, blood and bondage” refers to a conceptual distinction often made by Sovereign Citizen (SovCit) movements, primarily in the context of legal arguments about personhood and rights. SovCits believe that there is a difference between a “living person,” which they interpret as a natural human being, and a “legal person,” which refers to … Read more

Why is there no Constitutional Charter or Bill of Rights in Australia?

In Australia, common law rights can be overlooked due to the absence of a Constitutional Charter or Bill of Rights, which means that legislative actions may sometimes override these rights or ignore them without sufficient scrutiny or wider consideration. However, common law courts still hold the power to protect fundamental rights unless explicitly limited by … Read more

The moral weight of possessing a firearm and the implication for National Security

The moral weight of possessing a firearm is closely linked to the possessor’s intent. Responsible ownership, including training, secure storage, and ethical use, should be emphasised instead of blanket judgments about the morality of possession itself. Around 3% of the population should be armed and adequately trained to bolster national security. By integrating aspects of … Read more

The Unconventional Threat: Concealed Insurgency within War Refugee Groups

Extracts from National Defence Strategy for Australia: The Game of Go vs Chess By Alexandra Hunter The scenario unfolds with regional conflicts stretching across Europe and the Middle East, with Asia’s turmoil following the invasion of Taiwan standing as the pivotal Pacific Ocean axis. This cascade of upheaval precipitates an exodus of unprecedented proportions: tens … Read more

Chief of Army Symposium 2025 – National Resilience in a Time of Crisis

An insightful observation made by the presenter was that “In World War II, we had four years to acclimate society to the idea of mobilization; today, that grace period is virtually nonexistent!” This perspective echoes themes discussed by Major General Jim Molan in his book, “Danger on Our Doorstep,” where he emphasizes the absence of … Read more

Prepared for maritime transport, nukes dropped, crate after crate into the deep …

My father shared a policing proverb with me when I entered the police academy in 1976: “If a conspiracy is suspected, it likely doesn’t exist; and if it does exist, it remains unsuspected.” During the war with Japan, the military was preparing a vast array of arms, meticulously wrapped in grease paper and coated in … Read more

Historical Lessons

World War II stands as a stark reminder of the strategic miscalculations made by Japan, particularly their failure to seize the opportunity for invasion. By hesitating to advance, they allowed the U.S. to regroup, resupply, and ultimately turn the tide of the conflict. This vital lesson cannot be ignored, especially in light of the CCP’s … Read more