In securing the future of the planet, we secure happiness for ourselves. One of the aims of the Greens is to turn around the tide of pessimism amongst the young people of the world.

Australia must prioritise education spending. It is not a question of whether or not we have the money, it is a question of how we choose to spend it.

I'm a very great non-violent character. I would never resort to violence to change anything.

Globally the Greens have arisen like a spontaneous combustion, a reaction to the narrow-minded state-backed exploitation of resources and wealth for a few at the expense of the many.

I've always thought, and it gets tested at times, that I have a great faith in the fundamental goodness of human beings.

There is a spiritual side to our connection with the planet. And in this material world, that's anathema. It is somewhat worrying. What I say.. it makes life. It gives us fulfilment. It makes us whole human beings. And without it, we make mistakes. And, boy, are the leaders of the world making mistakes at the moment.

There are better alternatives... Australia should be exporting its solar technology, not its uranium.