The Christian Compass
Navigating Australian Politics: An in-depth exploration of the Australian Christians political party, its history, policies, and electoral journey.
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About the Party
Party Overview
The Australian Christians (AC), also known as the Australian Christians Party (ACP), is a political entity registered with the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC). It identifies as socially conservative and Christian-conservative, aiming to represent Christian values within the Australian political landscape.
Ideology and Position
The party's ideology is rooted in conservatism, with a strong emphasis on social conservatism and the Christian right. It is generally positioned on the right-wing to far-right of the political spectrum.
Foundation and Headquarters
Founded in 2011, the party was officially registered by the AEC on 15 December 2011. Its operational headquarters are located at 16 Guthrie Street, Osborne Park, Western Australia, 6017.
Historical Trajectory
Formation and Early Years
The Australian Christians emerged from a decision by the Victorian and Western Australian branches of the Christian Democratic Party (CDP) to form a new, unified party. The party has actively contested federal and state elections since its inception, initially focusing its efforts in Western Australia and Tasmania, while opting not to operate in New South Wales where the CDP maintained a presence.
Mergers and Alliances
In May 2017, discussions were held regarding a potential merger with Cory Bernardi's Australian Conservatives. While the Victorian branch of the Australian Christians agreed to merge, the Western Australian branch maintained its independent status. The Australian Conservatives subsequently ceased operations in June 2019.
Electoral Milestones
The party has participated in federal elections in 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2022, fielding candidates across various states. A significant milestone was achieved in the May 2023 Western Australian local elections, where party president Mike Crichton was elected to the City of Rockingham council. This marked the party's first electoral victory. Subsequently, in the 2025 Western Australian state election, party leader Maryka Groenewald secured the party's first seat in the Legislative Council, signifying a crucial step in its political representation.
Core Policies and Stances
Social Issues Opposition
The Australian Christians maintain a firm stance opposing several social issues, including abortion, assisted suicide, euthanasia, and pornography. They advocate for the traditional definition of marriage, defining it exclusively as the union between a man and a woman.
Content and Values
The party supports the implementation of Internet Service Provider (ISP) filtering across all devices to block access to harmful content and pornography. Furthermore, they advocate for the Bible to serve as a foundational text for Australian laws, education, and culture.
Medical and Reproductive Stances
In the realm of medical research and reproductive technology, the party opposes the use of embryonic stem cells. They believe that reproductive technologies should be exclusively available to married, opposite-sex couples.
Electoral Performance
Federal Senate Results
The party has contested federal Senate elections since 2013. Below is a summary of their performance:
| Election year | # of overall votes |
% of overall vote |
# of seats won |
# of overall seats |
+/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 54,154 | 0.40 #19 | 0 / 40
|
0 / 76
|
 0
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| 2016 | 66,525 | 0.48 #18 
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0 / 76
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0 / 76
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0
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| 2019 | 23,983 | 0.16 #28 
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0 / 40
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0 / 76
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0
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| 2022 | 33,143 | 0.22 #21 
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0 / 40
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0 / 76
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0
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| 2025 | 102,519 | 0.64 #13
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0 / 40
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0 / 76
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0
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Western Australian State Elections
The party has a significant presence in Western Australia, contesting both the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council. Below are the results:
| Election year | Legislative Assembly | Legislative Council | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # votes | % votes | # seats | +/- | # votes | % votes | # seats | +/- | |
| 2013 | 21,451 | 1.81 | 0 / 59
|
0
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23,877 | 1.95 | 0 / 36
|
0
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| 2017 | 27,724 | 2.10
|
0 / 59
|
0
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26,209 | 1.94 #7
|
0 / 36
|
0
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| 2021 | 20,869 | 1.48
|
0 / 59
|
0
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28,051 | 1.95 #6 
|
0 / 36
|
0
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| 2025 | 48,407 | 3.17 
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0 / 59
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0
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41,348 | 2.66 #6
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1 / 36
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1
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Victorian State Elections
The party has also participated in Victorian state elections, primarily contesting the Legislative Council.
| Election year | Legislative Assembly | Legislative Council | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # votes | % votes | # seats | +/- | # votes | % votes | # seats | +/- | |
| 2014 | 26,560 | 0.79 | 0 / 88
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0
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35,164 | 1.03 #11 | 0 / 40
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0
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References
References
- Rockingham by-election 2023 | Western Australia - Australian Christians
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