Five questions on the Republic

Spike Boydell; James Arvanitakis

Five questions on the Republic

Spike Boydell
, James Arvanitakis

Institute for Culture & Society

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Abstract

This paper explores the meaning of a Republic from an Australian perspective. We look beyond populist discussions of the head of state, flag and anthem sparked by the recent visit of Prince William. Taking an allegorical approach, we interrogate questions about land, property, ownership, value, and property rights. We argue that the removal of the Crown both undermines the foundations of property rights and presents a unique opportunity to reflect on our land tenure institutions. To do this, we explore the relationship between Crown, country, and the role of Aboriginal interests with aim of providing a catalyst for a new discourse.

Original language	English
Number of pages	22
Journal	Altitude
Volume	10
Issue number	1
Publication status	Published - 2012

Keywords

republics
Australia
imperialism
William_Prince_Duke of Cambridge_1982,
Aboriginal Australians
land tenure

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