How well do you know the Foreign Fighters Bill? David Leyonhjelm's quiz for journalists

This article is more than 9 years old

The government is planning to push through the controversial bill as the second instalment of a counter-terrorism package. Many people, including former national security legislation monitor Bret Walker, have warned that the bill in its current state would cause significant problems. In a bid to focus media attention, Liberal Democratic senator David Leyonhjelm has issued a quiz to illustrate some of the bill's problems. Would you pass?

Swot up by viewing the Foreign Fighters Bill on the government website (pdf)

1.Several legal experts who have been in touch with Senator Leyonhjelm are surprised to find the Foreign Fighters Bill contains:
A) Many well thought out provisions that have clearly been well considered
B) Plain language that makes it easy for all of us to understand
C) Numerous typographical errors, clearly indicating it was a rush job
2.Having your warrant notification delayed means:
A) Having more forms to fill out
B) Being unsure if your washing machine can be repaired free of charge
C) The AFP can break and enter your place and go through your stuff without telling you until at least six months in the future
3.This legislation means that if the AFP broke into your house so they could get into the neighbouring property, and you told your neighbour about it later over the garden fence:
A) The AFP would be disappointed, but would respect your right to free speech
B) Some federal police officers would never speak to you again
C) You could go to jail
4.If passed, the Foreign Fighters legislation means next time you report on a burglary, you could:
A) Get a promotion
B) Win a Gold Walkley
C) Go to jail for two years
5.If the FF Bill is passed, how will you be able to tell if a burglar entered your home or if it was the Federal Police?
A) A burglar would be messier
B) The AFP would be wearing uniforms
C) The Federal Police will send you a letter at some time in the future
6.If this legislation is passed, to find yourself in a listed terrorist organisation, you would need to be:
A) Part of an organisation full of terroists
B) Part of an organisation that advocates terrorism
C) Part of an organisation where a few members have promoted violence
7.If this legislation is passed, and you went backpacking in certain areas but could not prove that you were there for a legitimate purpose 100 per cent of the time:
A) The AFP could detain you and ask you uncomfortable questions
B) The AFP could search your house
C) You could go to jail for ten years
8.Next time you are thinking of travelling overseas you may need to consult:
A) The Lonely Planet Guide
B) Other experienced backpackers
C) Your lawyer and the Foreign Minister
9.In relation to the legislation, the Federal Opposition have:
A) Carefully checked for any breaches of civil liberties so that the legislation can be amended
B) Vowed to defend free speech and the rights of journalists
C) Asked Senator Leyonhjelm if they can look at his homework before handing anything in to the teacher
10.Existing powers of our security agencies are insufficient because of reasons explained in detail by George Brandis:
A) In public
B) In private
C) In no place

How well do you know the Foreign Fighters Bill? David Leyonhjelm's quiz for journalists

Most viewed

Most viewed