The political party system and adversarial politics is failing Australian society.

A healthy natural environment is the foundation of human happiness and wealth.

Climate change is a symptom of an even greater problem called ecological overshoot, easily understood by Earth scientists’ planetary boundaries framework.

A sustainable society requires three things: living within the nation’s biocapacity; far less inequality; good governance from a stronger democracy and a fair and just system.

Federal parliament should launch an inquiry into how Australia can urgently transition to a sustainable society.

Alternative economic theories need to be analysed and debated – the economy must serve the people, not the other way around.

Policies should be based on the best available evidence, not ideology.

Human (and non-human) rights must be strengthened and enacted in statute.

All parts of society and the economy are inextricably linked to other parts.

Reforms are urgent to prevent the collapse of society.