Folks, let’s get down to business and talk about the future we’re staring at – a future shaped by the inescapable threat of global boiling. Now, here’s the thing: society won’t always do what’s right, not without a push in the right direction. If it did, we probably would have started building nuclear power plants in the nineties. As Lee Kuan Yew wisely said, “We cannot afford to put the liberty and the rights of the individual above the rights of the community.” Paul Keating wisely said, “When you change the government, you change the country.” That’s precisely what we need – a change, a real shake-up, to confront the climate crisis head-on.

You know, I’ve always believed in harnessing the collective strength of our people. Conscription gives us the means to pool together our knowledge, skills, and dedication to combat this climate crisis. It’s about tapping into our incredible potential as a society to make a difference. Alfred Henry Lewis once said, “There are only nine meals between mankind and anarchy.” We can’t let things get to that point. We need to act now, and conscription is the way to go.

We need to build resilience and adaptability, which means preparing our citizens for the battles ahead. Conscription allows us to train and educate individuals to be climate warriors – ready to take on disaster response, renewable energy projects, and environmental conservation efforts. It’s like forming a battalion of environmental soldiers fighting for our planet’s survival.

Some might worry about conscription limiting personal freedoms, but I’m here to say that’s not the case. We need everyone on board for this mission – it’s a collective necessity. We must prioritise the greater good, our collective survival, above all else.

We can have different forms of conscription – each one addressing specific needs. Environmental conscription gets citizens engaged in ecological engineering, land restoration, and biodiversity conservation. Social conscription tackles societal challenges head-on, like education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation. And let’s not forget military/disaster response conscription, ensuring we’re well-prepared to face security threats and the onslaught of natural disasters.

I understand the importance of safeguarding individual rights – after all, it’s what we fought for in our time. We must ensure transparent governance and active citizen participation. A fair go for everyone; that’s the Australian way.

In conclusion, conscription is the way forward – a necessity for the future to combat the climate crisis. I’ve always believed in the power of unity, of fighting together for the things that matter. So, let’s rally the troops, face this challenge head-on, and secure a brighter, more sustainable future for generations to come. It’s time for action, not complacency. It’s time to stand strong, make tough decisions and confront the climate crisis with courage and determination.