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Little Johnny: 'Core Beliefs of Average Australians'
1. We live in a very successful nation.

2. We do not have much to be ashamed of.

3. Australia is well regarded around the world.

4. Individuals should be given a fair go if down on their luck, but should not expect continued community support.

5. Institutions like the family are central but people with alternative views should not be persecuted.

6. People should be tolerant of diversity but also believe in unity when facing a common threat

7. Society should be classless, with worth determined by character and hard work, not religion, race or social background.

and from a SMH blog response to above list:

David Shanahan: Things We Know Are True

1. All politicians in power believe they're successful.

2. We have our politicians to be ashamed of.

3. Australia is well regarded by all nations who beat us at sport.

4. Individuals should be given a fair go near election time, but they should not expect support afterwards.

5. Institutions like the family are central to all election campaigns.

6. Tell people they are under threat and that you can protect them to stay in power.

7. Society should be shallow, unquestioning and let politicians think for them.

Jonathan Guyer: 1. Patriotism: Our home is dirt by sea

2. Fraternity: Good neighbours become good friends

3. Security: Be alert, not alarmed

4. Poetry: A hard earned thirst needs a big cold beer

5. Apathy: She'll be right, mate

6. Religion: Thank God for that

7. Humility: He's a working-class man."
(*giggles* i find that ridiculously amusing)


Terry Clifford: 1. Australians value values.

2. Australians value valuables.

3. Australians value value.

4. Australians value value questionaires.

5. Australians value Australian values.

6. Australians value the freedom to value things.

7. Australians value the things that you can't put a value on."