Terra Australis recognizes that Australia will continue to require a measured and carefully managed level of immigration to support long-term economic stability, essential industries, and population sustainability.

However, immigration policy must be guided by the national interest and implemented responsibly. Terra Australis therefore seeks to develop and apply practical guidelines that promote healthy, sustainable migration while safeguarding the living standards of existing Australians.

This approach prioritizes the protection of core social and economic foundations, including secure employment opportunities, fair and competitive wages, access to housing and essential services, and the maintenance of safe, cohesive communities. Immigration settings must complement, not undermine, workforce development, infrastructure capacity, and social cohesion.

Through balanced planning and strong regulatory oversight, Terra Australis aims to ensure that immigration contributes positively to Australia’s prosperity while preserving opportunity, stability, and quality of life for current and future generations.

Terra Australis submits the following outline as the foundation of its immigration policy. This framework is designed to support responsible migration that strengthens Australia’s economy, social cohesion, and national stability, while ensuring fairness, safety, and opportunity for existing citizens.

All applicants for immigration to Australia must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both spoken and written.

• A minimum proficiency of 80% functional accuracy is required at the time of application; or

• Applicants may elect to undertake approved English language training upon arrival.

Where language training is undertaken:

• The applicant must complete the program within the timeframe specified by the government.

• A minimum proficiency of 90% accuracy must be achieved upon completion.

• Failure to meet this standard may result in review of visa status.

All immigrants must agree to contribute productively to Australian society through meaningful work.

• A minimum of five (5) years of employment is required.

• Employment must be within the applicant’s field of expertise or in an industry designated by the government as being in national need.

• Continuous participation in the workforce is expected, subject to reasonable exemptions for illness or hardship.

All new immigrants shall be subject to a formal probationary residency period of fifteen (15) years. 

This period is intended to:

• Demonstrate long-term commitment to Australia.

• Ensure lawful conduct and social responsibility.

• Allow for full integration into Australian civic life and culture.

• Permanent residency or citizenship eligibility may only be granted after successful completion of this probationary period.

During the probation period, individuals must:

Obey All Australian Laws

• Any criminal conviction or serious legal breach will trigger immediate review.

Maintain Employment or Approved Study

• Remain engaged in approved work or skills development programs.

Pay Taxes and Meet Civic Obligations

• Comply with taxation laws and all regulatory requirements.

Community Conduct

• Demonstrate respectful and lawful behavior within the community.

• Avoid involvement in organized crime, violent activity, or extremist organizations.

Drug-Free Compliance

• Submit to regular and random drug testing.

• No illicit substances may be present in the individual’s system during the probation period.

“The Ideal Australian Principle”

Terra Australis affirms that anyone can become Australian through genuine commitment and integration.

Immigrants must demonstrate:

• Respect for Australian laws, institutions, and democratic values.

• Willingness to participate in Australian society and civic life.

• Acceptance of shared social responsibilities.

• Commitment to protecting the nation’s environment and public spaces.

• Support for social harmony, mutual respect, and national unity.

• Integration does not require abandonment of personal heritage, but it does require loyalty to Australia and its way of life.

Failure to comply with probation requirements may result in graduated enforcement actions, including:

• Formal warnings

• Mandatory retraining or corrective programs

• Fines or civil penalties

• Cancellation of visa status

• Detention or imprisonment for serious offences

• Deportation and permanent re-entry bans in severe cases

The severity of consequences will be proportional to the nature of the breach, with priority given to public safety and national interest.

All probationary cases shall be subject to:

• Periodic compliance reviews

• Independent appeals mechanisms

• Transparent administrative procedures

This ensures fairness, consistency, and accountability in enforcement.

Terra Australis recognizes that freedom of religion and belief is a fundamental human right and an important part of Australia’s social fabric. Every individual has the right to hold, practice, change, or reject religious beliefs without fear of discrimination, coercion, intimidation, or exclusion.

At the same time, freedom of religion must exist alongside the rights, dignity, and safety of others. Religious belief does not grant the right to pressure, intimidate, manipulate, or harass individuals who do not share the same views. Terra Australis therefore supports a balanced framework that protects genuine religious freedom while preventing coercive or socially harmful conduct.

Terra Australis defines religious harassment as any persistent, unwanted, coercive, or intimidating conduct intended to pressure individuals into religious participation, religious conformity, or acceptance of religious beliefs against their will. This includes repeated proselytizing after refusal, guilt-based pressure, intimidation, targeted religious outreach, or behavior that creates discomfort, hostility, fear, or exclusion within workplaces, schools, public institutions, community organizations, or public spaces.

Religious harassment is regarded as comparable in seriousness to other forms of harassment, including workplace harassment and sexual harassment. All Australians deserve to live, work, study, and participate in society free from coercive religious pressure.

Religious harassment includes, but is not limited to:

• Repeated proselytizing after refusal

• Religious intimidation or guilt-based pressure

• Intrusive or targeted distribution of religious material

• Linking employment, education, or services to religious compliance

• Creating hostile or exclusionary environments based on belief or non-belief

• Coercive recruitment into religious organizations

• Harassment through digital or online platforms

Terra Australis recognizes that respectful religious discussion or peaceful expression of belief does not constitute harassment. Harassment occurs when conduct becomes persistent, coercive, intimidating, manipulative, or harmful to others.

All individuals have the right to:

• Choose their own beliefs or lack of belief

• Decline religious discussion or participation

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Live free from intimidation, coercion, or manipulation

• Any religious engagement must be:

• Voluntary

• Respectful

• Non-coercive

• Immediately discontinued when declined

Failure to respect these boundaries constitutes religious harassment. Particular protections apply to vulnerable individuals including minors, employees, students, elderly persons, and individuals in dependent relationships.

All workplaces, educational institutions, public services, and community organizations must maintain environments free from religious harassment.

Institutions must ensure:

• Religious neutrality in official operations

• Equal treatment regardless of belief or non-belief

• Accessible complaint procedures

• Protection from retaliation

• Prompt and fair investigations

No person should face pressure, exclusion, discrimination, or disadvantage because of their religious beliefs or refusal to participate in religious activities.

All Australians are expected to:

• Respect freedom of conscience

• Respect differing beliefs and non-belief

• Avoid coercive religious behavior

• Respect personal boundaries

• Maintain social harmony and public civility

Public spaces must remain safe and accessible for all Australians regardless of religion or worldview.

Failure to comply with religious harassment standards may result in:

• Formal warnings

• Mandatory education or behavioral programs

• Workplace disciplinary action

• Civil penalties or fines

• Restrictions from certain institutional roles

• Criminal prosecution in severe or repeated cases

Serious or repeated offenders may be subject to behavioral probation measures designed to prevent continued harm, reinforce acceptable conduct, and protect victims and the wider community.

All complaints and enforcement actions must comply with procedural fairness, transparency, and accountability standards. Oversight measures include:

• Independent complaint investigation

• Clear evidentiary standards

• Rights of appeal

• Periodic compliance review

• Protection against malicious complaints

Terra Australis supports freedom of religion while protecting Australians from coercion, intimidation, abuse, and socially harmful conduct. This policy seeks to preserve both personal liberty and social cohesion through clear standards, mutual respect, and lawful behavior.

Terra Australis pledges to stand with Australian farmers and rural communities by protecting agricultural land, strengthening regional infrastructure, supporting domestic food production, and ensuring farmers receive fair opportunities to prosper. We believe Australia’s farmers are essential to the nation’s economy, food security, and long-term stability. Our goal is to build a stronger, more self-reliant agricultural sector that supports regional communities, rewards hard work, and secures Australia’s future for generations to come.

Australian farmers are the backbone of the nation’s food security, regional economies, and long-term independence. Terra Australis believes Australia must take stronger action to protect and support the people who feed the country and sustain rural communities.

We are currently exploring policies and national initiatives focused on:

• Protecting Australian farmland from excessive foreign ownership and misuse

• Strengthening regional infrastructure including roads, rail, water, energy, and communications

• Supporting Australian-owned agriculture and domestic food production

• Reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens on farmers and rural businesses

• Expanding drought preparedness, water security, and disaster resilience programs

• Investing in regional healthcare, education, and essential services

• Supporting agricultural innovation, modern farming technology, and sustainable land management

• Improving supply chain security and reducing dependence on foreign imports

• Ensuring fair market conditions and protecting farmers from exploitation by large corporations

• Expanding vocational training and pathways into agricultural industries for young Australians

• Supporting livestock producers, crop farmers, and family-owned rural enterprises

• Encouraging long-term regional development and population growth outside major cities

Terra Australis believes a strong agricultural sector is essential to Australia’s economic resilience, national stability, and future prosperity. We are committed to developing practical long-term policies that strengthen rural communities, reward hard work, and secure the future of Australian farming for generations to come.

Terra Australis believes Australian farmers should never be left to struggle alone against unstable markets, corporate pressure, rising costs, or economic uncertainty. Through the National Works Program (NWP), we aim to establish a long-term agricultural support system that protects farmers, strengthens food security, and secures the future of regional Australia.

Under the National Works Program, farmers will have the option to voluntarily enter into a national agricultural partnership with the Commonwealth through the NWP.

Under this model:

• Farmers retain operational control of their land and farming practices

• Family ownership, local knowledge, and independent management remain protected

• The NWP purchases strategic agricultural shares or land agreements to provide long-term financial backing

• Farmers receive a stable yearly income and national support regardless of seasonal market instability

• Farmers gain improved access to workers, infrastructure assistance, logistics support, and equipment programs

• Long-term retirement and superannuation security can be established for participating farming families

• This system is designed to reduce financial insecurity while allowing farmers to continue doing what they do best producing food and supporting Australia.

The goal is not government control of farming operations, but national partnership and economic stability. Terra Australis believes farmers should be treated as essential contributors to national resilience and food security, not left vulnerable to unpredictable markets and corporate exploitation.

Terra Australis also recognizes that many farmers will prefer to remain fully independent. Under the NWP, independent farmers will still receive strong national support without being required to join any partnership structure.

Independent farmers will have access to:

• The National Works Program agricultural supply network

• Fair and stable purchasing agreements

• National logistics and freight support

• Expanded domestic distribution opportunities

• Infrastructure and regional development programs

• Access to emergency assistance and resilience initiatives

• Through this system, farmers will be able to sell agricultural products directly into the NWP network at fair and sustainable prices designed to protect profitability and reduce exploitation by major corporations or unstable market forces.

Terra Australis believes a nation that cannot support its farmers cannot secure its future. The National Works Program is designed to strengthen Australia’s agricultural independence, protect rural communities, secure food production, and create a stable long-term future for Australian farming families and regional industries.

Australia cannot build its future without skilled Australians.

For too long, vocational education has been fragmented across state systems, burdened by rising costs, inconsistent standards, and barriers that lock Australians out of opportunity. At the same time, industries across the country face critical worker shortages while young Australians struggle to access secure career pathways.

Terra Australis will establish OneTAFE Australia a unified national TAFE system that connects every public vocational training institution across the country into a single coordinated network focused on workforce development, national productivity, and long-term economic strength.

Under a Terra Australis Government, TAFE will become fee-free across all approved programs for Australian citizens and permanent residents. Every Australian, regardless of location, background, or financial position, should have the opportunity to gain practical skills, meaningful qualifications, and direct pathways into employment.

• Establish OneTAFE Australia as a nationally coordinated public vocational education system

• Make all approved TAFE programs fee-free for Australian citizens and permanent residents

• Create direct training pathways into the National Works Program (NWP)

• Expand apprenticeships, traineeships, and paid learning opportunities across key industries

• Remove unnecessary experience barriers for entry-level nation-building jobs

• Provide practical workforce training linked directly to real employment opportunities

• Standardize qualifications and vocational training across all states and territories

• Support industries facing critical worker shortages through targeted training programs

• Invest in regional and rural training infrastructure to strengthen local communities

• Deliver nationally recognized qualifications that allow workers to move freely across Australia

• Strengthen Australia’s domestic workforce capability instead of relying on long-term imported labor dependency

• Connect education, infrastructure, manufacturing, and economic development into a single long-term national strategy

OneTAFE Australia will work directly alongside the National Works Program to train the workforce needed to rebuild and strengthen the nation. Major infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, transport, energy, technology, agriculture, and industrial projects will be supported by dedicated training and traineeship pathways designed to bring inexperienced Australians into skilled industries.

Many positions within the National Works Program will be designed with no prior experience requirements, allowing Australians to enter structured traineeships that provide practical training, workplace experience, and nationally recognized qualifications while earning an income.

This system will create clear pathways from training into employment by connecting education directly to national development projects and long-term workforce planning.

Regional and rural Australia will remain a major priority, with expanded access to training infrastructure, industry partnerships, remote learning support, and regional workforce development initiatives designed to strengthen local communities and create long-term employment opportunities outside major metropolitan centers.

Terra Australis believes a strong nation requires strong institutions, skilled workers, and governments willing to invest in long-term national capability.