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The Party

The Liberal Party of Australia was founded by Sir Robert Menzies in 1944. Since then, it has been the most successful political party in Australia. 

OUR BELIEFS

We believe in the inalienable rights and freedoms of all peoples; and we work towards a lean government that minimises interference in our daily lives; and maximises individual and private sector initiative.

We believe in government that nurtures and encourages its citizens through incentive, rather than putting limits on people through the… read more

Our History

In 1944, the Liberal Party of Australia was founded after a three-day meeting held in a small hall not far from Parliament House in Canberra. The meeting was called by the then Leader of the Opposition (United Australia Party) Robert Menzies. He had already served as Prime Minister of Australia, but he believed that the non-Labor parties should… read more

Achievements in Government

From 1996 to 2007, the Howard / Costello Government eliminated more than $96 billion in government debt, restored Australia’s AAA credit rating and delivered more jobs, the lowest unemployment rates in 33 years, lower inflation, lower interest rates, a lower tax burden, higher wages, more productive workplaces, higher pensions, better living standards, more funding for health… read more

Our Structure

The Organisational and Parliamentary wings of the Liberal Party each have clearly defined and separate roles. In the Liberal Party, the Organisational wing cannot dictate policy but consults with and advises the Parliamentary wing, particularly on the development of longer-term policies. The Organisational wing is based on the Party’s paid membership… read more

Our Constitution and Rules

The Liberal Party of Australia’s Federal Constitution is available to download and print here.
The Liberal Party of Australia’s National Code of Conduct is available here.
The Liberal Party of Australia’s Complaints and Dispute Resolution Policy is available here.

Menzies Research Centre

The Menzies Research Centre works to promote the principles of individual liberty, free speech, competitive enterprise, limited government and democracy. As a leading public policy institute, MRC undertakes extensive research, develops forums for debate and provides recommendations that are practical and applicable… read more

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