Page 87 - Enabling National Initiatives to Take Democracy Beyond Elections

In Geelong, Australia, a process asked participants for ‘practical recommendations’ on the structure of their local government. These were immediate changes that could be made and passed through parliament. Anything that went beyond this scope was considered an ‘aspirational’ change and would require more work by the government generate support to pass the legislation, however, this allowed the participants to make recommendations in two different categories: practical and aspirational. This distinction is often useful in opening up an entire decision while ensuring answers to immediate decisions.” 85