There has been no common wealth delivered
to the People of Western Australia
under the Commonwealth
Forewords by
Professor Paul Fritjers
Professor William Coleman
Professor Augusto Zimmermann
Dr Maryanne Demasi
Forewords by
Professor Paul Fritjers
Professor William Coleman
Professor Augusto Zimmermann
Dr Maryanne Demasi
To the People of Western Australia
whose untapped potential inspires this vision of sovereignty
Chapters
Chapter 1: The Case for Secession: The Socio-Economics
Western Australia has received minimal benefits from federation, with its resources exploited by Canberra, prompting a call for independence to reclaim control and prosperity. Chapter 1 outlines the political and economic rationale, linking to legal foundations and emphasising how secession enables self-reliant systems in currency, health, and defense. Readers are invited to envision a sovereign WA where local governance unlocks extraordinary, untapped potential, complementing the book's blueprint for a fairer future. References & Citations
Chapter 2: The Case for Secession: The Law
The legal pathway to secession is grounded in Western Australia's constitution and popular sovereignty, allowing withdrawal from the Commonwealth through referendum and legislative action. Readers will see how this legal framework empowers WA to build a new nation, integrating with the overall plan for sovereign self-sufficiency. References & Citations
Chapter 3: Hello, New Western Australia
The macroeconomic vision for an independent Western Australia explores the cultural and geographic identity that supports sovereignty, setting a foundation for fundamental reforms including the abolition of almost all taxes – including income tax – upon the implementation of a new system of resource royalties, forming part of the blueprint where resource management funds government, health, education, and innovation, while enabling business to thrive. Result: new WA becomes a global economic free trade zone. References & Citations
Chapter 4: Fiscal Feasibility In Independent Western Australia
A new Western Australia is achievable with surplus budgets and the significant downsizing of bureaucracy, demonstrating economic viability post-secession. This fiscal model integrates with currency and banking reforms, providing the revenue base for self-sufficiency pillars like energy and agriculture, after the elimination of all government bloat. References & Citations
Chapter 5: Empowering Local Councils: Power Devolution With National Unity
Devolving powers to local councils enhances efficiency in services like health, education, and transport, balanced by an efficient system of oversight for cohesion. This structure synergises with fiscal reforms by radically reducing central costs and complements anti-corruption frameworks through localised accountability. References & Citations
Chapter 6: A Robust Financial Environment: New Currency & Banking Systems
An independent Western Australia will adopt an FX-backed currency model, with issuance governed by strict rules and administered by a dedicated Reserve Authority. The system anchors stability through foreign exchange backing and disciplined monetary governance. Banking reform complements this framework by strengthening prudential standards and limiting systemic risk. Together, these measures provide price stability, affordable housing, fiscal discipline, and long-term financial credibility for the new nation. References & Citations
Chapter 7: Forging Sovereignty: WA’s Eight Pillars of Self-Sufficiency
Eight pillars outline the path to self-reliance in mining, defense, energy, food, healthcare, transport, water, manufacturing, and agriculture, with timelines for domestic production. These interconnect with the finance chapter by leveraging WA’s long-term sovereign wealth for investment, ensuring synergies in technology spin-offs from defense to agriculture to mining. References & Citations
Chapter 8: Defence Force: Safeguarding the New Nation
A tech-focused defence force prioritises drones, alliances, and domestic defence manufacturing to secure borders and resources. Funding combines budget allocations with sovereign financing (including defence bonds) where needed, while building dual-use innovation that strengthens self-sufficiency . References & Citations
Chapter 9: A New Fourth Branch: Human Law & Medical Freedom
New Western Australia establishes a fourth branch for the protection of human rights – with severe consequences for violators - emphasising medical freedom and ethical governance. This framework complements the anti-corruption and disclosure reforms by ensuring that all government officials, agencies, and even private entities are held accountable to the people. References & Citations
Chapter 10: WA: A Wellness-First Nation
Shifting to preventive, integrative care prioritises nutrition, the integration of AI tools, and community hubs over pharmaceutical reliance. This system synergises with fiscal reforms by reducing costs and links to education for health literacy. Readers will discover how this holistic approach enhances self-sufficiency, forming a vital part of the blueprint where the wellness of all supports overall national resilience and prosperity. References & Citations
Chapter 11: Blueprint: A New Education System
Reforming education focuses on skills, research, and local adaptation, with universities emphasising core disciplines and vocational training. This connects to health and defence by fostering innovation and complements fiscal devolution for community-tailored programs. The chapter engages with a vision of empowered learners, contributing to the tapestry where education drives the skilled workforce needed for sovereign success. References & Citations
Chapter 12: WA’s New Anti-Corruption Framework
An anti-corruption covenant using blockchain, AI, and citizen oversight to prevent abuse by all public servants. This framework integrates with disclosure and lobbying reforms, ensuring transparency and oversight run by The People. Readers will be inspired by the robust protections that safeguard democracy, essential to the blueprint for a trustworthy, self-governing nation. References & Citations
Chapter 13: New WA’s Freedom of Disclosure Framework
Proactive disclosure mandates real-time access to government records via blockchain, with strict embargoes for security. This synergises with anti-corruption by enabling oversight and links to health and education for informed citizens. The chapter highlights how this covenant builds trust, integral to the independence blueprint where complete transparency underpins all reforms. References & Citations
Chapter 14: WA’s Political Lobbying & Donations Reform
Strict rules on lobbying and donations limit influence to public servants, with real-time registries and cooling-off periods before public servants can move into lucrative private sector roles. This complements anti-corruption and disclosure frameworks, preventing undue sway on governance. Readers will see how these measures elevate integrity, forming a cornerstone of the blueprint for a sovereign WA free from external manipulations. References & Citations
Chapter 15: A New Nation’s Constitution
The new Constitution for a new Western Australia integrates rights, self-sufficiency pillars, and governance reforms into a foundational document. This capstone chapter ties together legal, fiscal, and social elements, providing the legal backbone for all prior proposals and chapters. It motivates with a cohesive vision of sovereignty, completing the book's dynamic blueprint for Western Australia's independent future. References & Citations
Meet the Authors
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Julian Gillespie
LLB, BJuris
Julian Gillespie is a former Australian barrister and the principal author of Secession by Western Australia, recognised for his COVID-19 research, advocacy, and legal challenges against vaccine approvals. He has led efforts to protect public health and medical autonomy through landmark cases and community education. For this project he focuses on constitutional design, institutional integrity and practical nation-building reforms. He writes on governance, resource stewardship and the civic case for a stronger, sovereign Western Australia.
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Professor Gigi Foster
BA Ethics, Politics and Economics, PhD Economics
Professor Gigi Foster is an economist at the University of New South Wales, specialising in behavioural economics and public policy. She contributes rigorous economic analysis, institutional design and a focus on group influence, corruption, welfare, education and incentives. Professor Foster is active in public engagement on economic and social issues, serving in professional roles and contributing to national debates on policy choices and their wider societal impacts. She is a founding director of Australians for Science and Freedom.
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Michael Baker
BA (Econ)
Michael Baker holds a BA (Economics) from the University of Western Australia. He is an independent economic consultant, author and freelance journalist focused on policy analysis and clear, evidence-based public communication. For this project, he supports fiscal analysis and practical implementation pathways, helping translate complex assumptions into testable scenarios. He also writes and speaks on civil liberties, science-based freedoms and informed public discourse in Australia.
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Professor Ian Brighthope
DAgSci, MBBS, FACNEM
Professor Ian Brighthope is a pioneer in nutritional and environmental medicine, with qualifications in agricultural science and medicine. He founded the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) and has long advocated integrative, prevention-focused health care. He contributes a wellness and health-governance perspective to the book, drawing on extensive clinical experience, professional education and public advocacy aimed at strengthening community health and individual autonomy.
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Secession by Western Australia
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