AustraliaAustralian values 9 · Australian values
What does freedom of speech mean in Australia?
- aPeople can share their opinions at home, but never in public places
- bPeople can say and write what they think, as long as they stay within the lawCorrect answer
- cPeople can say anything at all, and no law can ever limit what they say
- dPeople can talk about politics only with permission from the government
Why?
Australians are free to express their opinions in speech and in writing. This freedom has limits: it must be used within the law.
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