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The '''Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia''', commonly referred to as Ameristralia ({{IPAc-en|audio=AmeristraliaPronunciation.ogg.oga|ə|ˈ|m|ɛ|ɹ|.|ɪ|.|s|t|ɹ|æ|l|j|ə}} or Ah-mare-ah-stral-eea), is an independent exclave mainly located in [[w:Victoria (state)|Victoria]], [[w:Australia|Australia]]. The municipality was founded on Friday, 13 August 2021, by [[David Brooke]] to teach his children about civics, community, and accountability. The ''Act of the People's Right to Self Govern'' was signed by then Chief Minister Greg Matthews and Brooke on 3 September 2021, which declared independence from the Commonwealth of Australia.
The '''Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia''', commonly referred to as Ameristralia ({{IPAc-en|audio=AmeristraliaPronunciation.ogg.oga|ə|ˈ|m|ɛ|ɹ|.|ɪ|.|s|t|ɹ|æ|l|j|ə}} or Ah-mare-ah-stral-eea), is an independent exclave primarily situated in Victoria, Australia. It was founded on Friday, August 13, 2021, by David Brooke to instill civic values, fostering community, and promote accountability, particularly among his children. The Act of the People's Right to Self Govern, signed on September 3, 2021, by then Chief Minister Greg Matthews and Brooke, marked the official declaration of independence from the Commonwealth of Australia.


Ameristralia is a constitutional monarchy, in the style of a mayorship. The Head of State, fount of honours, and sovereign is titled the Sovereign Lord Mayor. Their style of address is His/Her/Their Sovereign Lord. David Brooke has held the title since the founding of the municipality. Ameristralia has a total estimated population of around twenty-five citizens, divided into four Council regions. Each Council has a flag but maintains no authority over local laws and citizens. Councils are used to divide the Ameristralian population for the purpose of electoral voting. The Council of Dabad is currently the largest by population, with eight citizens, the Sovereign Family of Ameristralia. The remaining Councils are Grosvenor, Holland, and Philadelphia. Ameristralia has annexed four pieces of land in 2022. The four wards of Ameristralia within Australia, administered by a Mayor, are [[Ward of Harkfield (Ameristralia)|Harkfield]], [[Ward of Hillover (Ameristralia)|Hillover]], [[Ward of Horgrave (Ameristralia)|Horgrave]], and [[Ward of Terrasen (Ameristralia)|Terrasen]]. The two [[Ameristralian Overseas Territories]] are [[Ward of Herrisford (Ameristralian Overseas Territory)|Herrisford]] and [[Ward of Hubourne (Ameristralian Overseas Territory)|Hubourne]].
Operating as a constitutional monarchy, Ameristralia follows a mayorship-style governance system. The sovereign, now styled as a sovereign prince and bearing the title of His Sovereign Highness, serves as the Head of State, fount of honours, and sovereign. David Brooke has assumed this title since the municipality's inception. Ameristralia boasts an estimated population of 43 citizens, previously divided into four Council regions. Each Council had a flag but lacks jurisdiction over local laws and citizens. The Councils primarily serve as divisions for electoral voting. The Council of Dabad, currently comprising the Sovereign Family of Ameristralia, holds the largest population, consisting of eight citizens. The remaining Councils are Grosvenor, Holland, and Philadelphia. In 2022, Ameristralia annexed four additional parcels of land. Within Australia, Ameristralia administers four wards: [[Ward of Harkfield (Ameristralia)|Harkfield]], [[Ward of Hillover (Ameristralia)|Hillover]], [[Ward of Horgrave (Ameristralia)|Horgrave]], and [[Ward of Terrasen (Ameristralia)|Terrasen]]. Additionally, Ameristralia maintains two [[Ameristralian Overseas Territories|overseas territories]] named [[Ward of Herrisford (Ameristralian Overseas Territory)|Herrisford]] and [[Ward of Hubourne (Ameristralian Overseas Territory)|Hubourne]].


Ameristralia is one of two original signatories of the Citadel Accords, a mutual economic and defence cooperation pact, alongside the State of Norton. The agreement was signed and ratified by each state on 29 August 2021. The pact grew to include five more signatories. Ameristralia maintained embassies in each of the states for the purpose of assisting travellers and providing government services abroad.
Ameristralia stands as one of the original signatories to the Citadel Accords, a comprehensive mutual economic and defence cooperation pact. Together with the State of Norton, Ameristralia signed and ratified the agreement on August 29, 2021. Over time, the pact expanded to include five more signatories. Ameristralia operates embassies in each of the participating states to assist travellers and offers government services abroad.


== Etymology==
== Etymology==
The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia takes its name from the dual citizenship of Brooke, who holds American and Australian citizenship. Ameristralia initially claimed just over 1200 m² of land, all of which is the personal property of Brooke and his family. The small size of the land claim and citizen count is the reason "municipality" was chosen for the name over other options.
The origin of the name "The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia" is derived from Brooke's dual citizenship, encompassing both American and Australian nationalities. Initially, Ameristralia staked a claim to a modest expanse of land measuring just over 1200 m², all of which belonged to Brooke and his family as personal property. The limited size of the land claim and the relatively small number of citizens influenced the choice to use the term "municipality" in the name, as opposed to other alternatives.


Ameristralia was officially named "The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia" from its foundation on 13 August 2021 until 4 June 2023, when by Royal Decree, His Sovereign Lord David announced a change that dropped "The" from the beginning of the name. This change brought the official name into the common convention of naming states<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/news |title= Government Announcements |work= Decree 4/2023 |publisher= Government of the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 4 June 2023}}</ref>.
From its establishment on August 13, 2021, until June 4, 2023, Ameristralia held the official designation of "The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia." However, through a Royal Decree, His Sovereign Highness David announced a change to the name, omitting the word "The" from the beginning. This alteration aligned the official name with the customary conventions of state nomenclature.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/news |title= Government Announcements |work= Decree 4/2023 |publisher= Government of the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 4 June 2023}}</ref>.


==General==
==General==
Ameristralia was initially formed to teach Brooke's homeschooled children about geography, civics, public speaking, and organisation in a simulated environment. The municipality decided to open global citizenship and created a Discord server. At the Census of 2022, Ameristralia had thirty citizens from eight macronations, with two foreign consulates and five foreign embassies. The growth of the nation had allowed for the dividing of citizens into "councils." There were four councils; Dabad, Grosvenor, Holland, and Philadelphia. Councils were not considered separate or semi-autonomous regions and existed for the purpose of dividing citizens for elections. Ameristralia annexed an island from the Ostton Republic in March 2022, which became the first territory of the municipality; the [[Ward of Harkfield (Ameristralia)|Ward of Harkfield Island]]. Wards are given the authority to form local governments and are administered by a Ward Mayor. These regions are ceded to Ameristralia by their landowners, who are given citizenship, the title of Ward Mayor, and include a Patent as a noble of the municipality.


Ameristralia was initially established to provide Brooke's homeschooling children with an immersive educational experience encompassing geography, civics, public speaking, and organizational skills within a simulated environment. The municipality created a Discord server to foster a sense of global citizenship. By the time of the 2022 Census, Ameristralia had grown to include thirty citizens from eight macronations, with two foreign consulates and five foreign embassies. This growth led to the implementation of a division of citizens into "councils." Four councils were formed: Dabad, Grosvenor, Holland, and Philadelphia. However, it is important to note that these councils did not function as separate or semi-autonomous regions but served the purpose of dividing citizens for electoral processes.
In July 2022, after the cession of numerous lands to Ameristralia, councils were fully abandoned in favour of wards. The wards are [[Ward of Harkfield (Ameristralia)|Harkfield Island]], [[Ward of Herrisford (Ameristralian Overseas Territory)|Herrisford]], [[Ward of Hillover (Ameristralia)|Hillover]], Horgrave, Hubourne, and Terrasen. Citizens are now allowed to select a ward for electoral purposes upon grant of citizenship.


In March 2022, Ameristralia annexed an island from the Ostton Republic, which became the municipality's first territory known as the [[Ward of Harkfield (Ameristralia)|Ward of Harkfield Island]]. Wards were granted the authority to establish local governments and are administered by a Ward Mayor. The landowners who ceded these regions to Ameristralia were granted citizenship, bestowed with the title of Ward Mayor, and received a Patent as a noble of the municipality.
The Ameristralian Government Twitter account received verified account status on 24 May 2023, receiving a complimentary grey checkmark, "because it is a government or multilateral organisation account."

In July 2022, after acquiring numerous lands, Ameristralia abandoned the council system entirely in favour of wards. The wards included Harkfield Island, Herrisford, Hillover, Horgrave, Hubourne, and Terrasen. Citizens were allowed to select a ward for electoral purposes upon receiving citizenship.

On May 24, 2023, the Ameristralian Government Twitter account attained verified account status, denoted by a grey checkmark, as it was recognized as a government or multilateral organization account. Ameristralia became the first micronation to receive this status.
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==Law and order ==
==Law and order ==
The Constitution of the People of the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia is the supreme law. It outlines the rights of individuals, charges and duties of government, and outlines the court system<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/library-of-the-assembly |title=Library of the Assembly |work=Constitution of the People of The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date=29 April 2022}}</ref>. It was officially ratified by citizen referendum on 1 March 2022<ref>{{cite web |url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hrK8E0uu4oPMU3O2MCI0bjWBcE8_PeuZsFFkn8qjVF4/edit?usp=sharing |title=Announcement on the Constitutional Referendum |work= Sovereign Lord Mayor's Announcement |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 1 March 2022}}</ref>. There are five municipal laws that have been passed by assent. The Library of the Assembly is a repository that contains all legislation, municipal laws, and ward ordinances publicly accessible.
The Constitution of the People of the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia serves as the highest legal authority within the municipality. It establishes and safeguards the rights of individuals, defines the responsibilities and functions of the government, and outlines the structure of the court system<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/library-of-the-assembly |title=Library of the Assembly |work=Constitution of the People of The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date=29 April 2022}}</ref>. This fundamental law was formally ratified through a citizen referendum on March 1, 2022<ref>{{cite web |url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hrK8E0uu4oPMU3O2MCI0bjWBcE8_PeuZsFFkn8qjVF4/edit?usp=sharing |title=Announcement on the Constitutional Referendum |work= Sovereign Lord Mayor's Announcement |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 1 March 2022}}</ref>.

In addition to the Constitution, the municipality has enacted five municipal laws that have received assent. These laws address various aspects of governance and civic life within Ameristralia. To ensure transparency and accessibility, the [https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/library-of-the-assembly Library of the Assembly] serves as a repository for all legislation, municipal laws, and ward ordinances. These documents are made publicly accessible, allowing citizens to access and review them as needed.


==Foreign relations<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-trade/current-diplomatic-agreements |title=Current Diplomatic Agreements of Ameristralia |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 29 April 2022}}</ref>==
==Foreign relations<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-trade/current-diplomatic-agreements |title=Current Diplomatic Agreements of Ameristralia |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 29 April 2022}}</ref>==
The Sovereign Lord Mayor is the Head of State and the official representative of Ameristralia overseas. They have the authority to credential and send delegates on international missions, engage in foreign treaties and organisations, establish consulates and embassies, receive diplomatic guests, participate in and host state events, and conduct treaty negotiations. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade is the government's representative. The Ministry and the Head of State work in tandem to ensure beneficial foreign relations for Ameristralia.
The Sovereign Prince holds the position of Head of State and serves as the official representative of Ameristralia on the international stage. They possess the authority to accredit and dispatch delegates for international missions, engage in foreign treaties and organizations, establish consulates and embassies, receive diplomatic guests, participate in and host state events, and conduct treaty negotiations. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade serves as the government's representative in matters of foreign relations. The Ministry and the Head of State work in tandem to ensure mutually beneficial foreign relations for Ameristralia.


Ameristralia was a member of the Alliance of Unified Democratic Independent Micronations and Executive Council member state until it was decommissioned by the Founder. Brooke held the Secretary of Membership position. Ameristralia was a full member of the Micronational Community of Australia. Brooke served as the Minister of Culture as well as the organisation's Safety Officer.
Previously, Ameristralia was a member of the Alliance of Unified Democratic Independent Micronations and held a position as an Executive Council member state until its decommissioning by the Founder. It was also a full member of the Micronational Community of Australia, with David Brooke serving as both the Minister of Culture and the organization's Safety Officer.


Ameristralia was a member state of the [[United Sovereignties]] intermicronational organisation from 8 April 2022 until it dissolved in early 2023. It is a founding member of the [[Intermicronational Standards Administration]], which develops [[w:International standard|intermicronational standards]].
From April 8, 2022, until its dissolution in early 2023, Ameristralia was a member state of the United Sovereignties intermicronational organization. Additionally, Ameristralia played a significant role as a founding member of the Intermicronational Standards Administration, an organization dedicated to developing intermicronational standards.


Ameristralia and The State of Norton signed the Citadel Accords on 29 August 2021. The Citadel Accords was an economic and military support agreement between the two nations. Initially outlining the economic and military cooperation, visa-free travel between states, and the appointment of embassies the pact had evolved to add amendments on climate policy, bullying and hate speech, intellectual property rights, and micronational warfare. The Citadel Accords were signed by seven states, Ameristralia, the State of Norton, Kingdom of Blazdonia, United Kingdom of Great Realeza, Begley Democratic Republic and Commonwealth, Empire of Liberstien, and the Pinangese Republic.
Ameristralia entered into the Citadel Accords with The State of Norton on August 29, 2021. Initially focusing on economic and military cooperation, visa-free travel, and the establishment of embassies, the accord evolved to include amendments concerning climate policy, addressing bullying and hate speech, intellectual property rights, and micronational warfare. The Citadel Accords were signed by seven states, including Ameristralia, the State of Norton, Kingdom of Blazdonia, United Kingdom of Great Realeza, Begley Democratic Republic and Commonwealth, Empire of Liberstien, and the Pinangese Republic.


Ameristralia maintains diplomatic relations with a host of individual micronations. It officially recognises the majority of United Nations member states, including the Republic of Taiwan and Palestine. It does not recognise the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Islamic Caliphate of Afghanistan, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade advises citizens not to travel to these nations and several others, due to the internal conflicts and human rights violations committed by the regimes in power<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/travelwise |title=Travel Advisory of Countries to Not travel to |work=Travel Wise |publisher=Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 29 April 2022}}</ref>.
Ameristralia maintains diplomatic relations with various individual micronations. It officially recognizes the majority of United Nations member states, including the Republic of Taiwan and Palestine. However, Ameristralia does not recognize the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Islamic Caliphate of Afghanistan, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade advises citizens against travelling to these nations, along with several others, due to ongoing internal conflicts and human rights violations perpetrated by the regimes in power<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/travelwise |title=Travel Advisory of Countries to Not travel to |work=Travel Wise |publisher=Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 29 April 2022}}</ref>.


Ameristralia has two consulates in foreign nations, Australia<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-trade/australian-consulate |title=Ameristralian Consulate in Australia |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 22 April 2023}}</ref> and New Zealand<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-trade/new-zealand-consulate |title=Ameristralian Consulate in New Zealand |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 22 April 2023}}</ref>.
Ameristralia has established two consulates in foreign nations, namely Australia<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-trade/australian-consulate |title=Ameristralian Consulate in Australia |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 22 April 2023}}</ref> and New Zealand<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-trade/new-zealand-consulate |title=Ameristralian Consulate in New Zealand |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date= 22 April 2023}}</ref>.

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== Military==
== Military==
{{main|Sovereign Ameristralian Defence Forces}}
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The [[Sovereign Ameristralian Defence Forces]] is the [[w:military|military]] force of Ameristralia. It is comprised of the [[Sovereign Ameristralian Army]] and the [[Sovereign Ameristralian Navy]], which serve as the defence forces of the nation.
The [[Sovereign Ameristralian Defence Forces]] was the [[w:military|military]] force of Ameristralia. It was comprised of the [[Sovereign Ameristralian Army]] and the [[Sovereign Ameristralian Navy]], which served as the defence forces of the nation.



==Geography and climate==
==Geography and climate==
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==Economy==
==Economy==
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In the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia, the official currency is the Ameristralian Dollar (AMRD). Previously, it was known as the Ausican, which was a banknote pegged to the Australian dollar at a rate of §1000 to $1. In addition to the Ameristralian Dollar, fiat Australian and United States Dollars are also accepted as legal tender in Ameristralia.
In the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia, the official currency is the Ameristralian Dollar (AMRD). Previously, it was known as the Ausican, which was a banknote pegged to the Australian dollar at a rate of §1000 to $1. In addition to the Ameristralian Dollar, fiat Australian and United States Dollars are also accepted as legal tender in Ameristralia.


Before the introduction of the Ausican banknote, the Ameristralian currency existed as a BEP2 token on the Binance test net, referred to as the Ausican. During that time, it was pegged to the price of two four-packs of Four'N Twenty Meat Pies, as determined by Woolworths.
Before the introduction of the Ausican banknote, the Ameristralian currency existed as a BEP2 token on the Binance test net, referred to as the Ausican. During that time, it was pegged to the price of two four-packs of Four'N Twenty Meat Pies, as determined by Woolworths.


To facilitate trading, the Ameristralian Dollar is available on the Stellar Network and can be accessed through the municipal Discord server. The currency is managed by the specially-created Sovereign Bank of Ameristralia bank Bot, which allows users to deposit, withdraw, pay, or receive funds in Ameristralian Dollars. Similar to a standard fiat bank, users can entrust their funds to the bot. Those who wish to purchase Ameristralian Dollars from a Stellar exchange can deposit the token with the bot, and their account will synchronize with the blockchain.
In the past, the Ameristralian Dollar was available on the Stellar Network and accessed through the municipal Discord server. The currency was managed by the specially-created Sovereign Bank of Ameristralia bank Bot, which allows users to deposit, withdraw, pay, or receive funds in Ameristralian Dollars. Similar to a standard fiat bank, users could entrust their funds to the bot. Those who wished to purchase Ameristralian Dollars from a Stellar exchange can deposit the token with the bot, and their account would synchronize with the blockchain. The Sovereign Ameristralian Bank bot is no longer active. Owners of Ameristralian Dollars are able to trade their funds via the Stellar Network.


Currently, there is no legislation in place regarding the collection of taxes in Ameristralia. However, according to Article IIB of the constitution, the government possesses the constitutional authority to levy taxes if required.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/library-of-the-assembly | title=Library of the Assembly |work= Constitution of the People of The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia page 5 |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date=29 April 2022}}</ref>.
Currently, there is no legislation in place regarding the collection of taxes in Ameristralia. However, according to Article IIB of the constitution, the government possesses the constitutional authority to levy taxes if required.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ameristraliagov.com/government/library-of-the-assembly | title=Library of the Assembly |work= Constitution of the People of The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia page 5 |publisher= Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia |access-date=29 April 2022}}</ref>.
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==Municipal Holidays==
==Municipal Holidays==


''Ameristralia celebrates the following Municipal Holidays''
''Ameristralia celebrates the following Municipal holidays''
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|+List of Holidays of Ameristalia
|+List of Holidays of Ameristralia
!''Date''
!''Date''
!''Event''
!''Event''
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|-
|-
|''19 February''
|''19 February''
|Sovereign Lord Mayor's Birthday
|Sovereign Prince's Birthday
|-
|-
|''9 April''
|''31 March''
''(in 2024)''

''(in 2023)''
| Easter Sunday
| Easter Sunday
|-
|''10 April''

''(in 2023)''
|Easter Monday
|-
|''25 April''
|ANZAC Day
|-
|''2nd Sunday in May''
|Mother's Day
|-
|''Last Monday in May''
|Memorial Day
|-
|-
|''19 June''
|''19 June''
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|''13 August''
|''13 August''
|Ameristralia Day
|Ameristralia Day
|-
|''1st Sunday in September''
|Father's Day
|-
|-
|''31 October''
|''31 October''
| Costume Day
| Costume Day
|-
|''Last Friday in November''
| Thanksgiving Friday
|-
|-
|''24 December''
|''24 December''
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|''25 December''
|''25 December''
|Christmas Day
|Christmas Day
|-
|''26 December''
|Boxing Day
|-
|-
|''31 December''
|''31 December''
|New Year's Eve
|New Year's Eve
|}
|}
<br>
*Every Friday the 13th is a public holiday due to the fact that it was Friday the 13th of August when Ameristralia was formed.<br />
''The wards of Harkfield, Hillover, Horgrave and Terrasen celebrate the following public holidays inclusive of Municipal holidays''
{| class="wikitable"
|+List of Holidays of mainland wards
!''Date''
!''Event''
|-
|''1 April''
''(in 2024)''
| Easter Monday
|-
|''25 April''
| ANZAC Day
|-
|''12 May''
''(in 2024)''
| Mother's Day
|-
|''1 September''
''(in 2024)''
| Father's Day
|-
|''24 November''
''(in 2023)''
| Thanksgiving Friday
|-
|''26 December''
| Boxing Day
|}

''The wards of Herrisford and Hubourne celebrate the following public holidays inclusive of Municipal holidays''
{| class="wikitable"
|+List of Holidays of [[Ameristralian Overseas Territories]]
!''Date''
!''Event''
|-
|''12 May''
''(in 2024)''
| Mother's Day
|-
|''16 June''
''(in 2024)''
| Father's Day
|-
|''23 November''
''(in 2023)''
| Thanksgiving Thursday
|}
<br />


==References and notes==
==References and notes==
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Verified Article
Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia
Flag of
Flag
of
Coat of arms
Motto: "Aequalitas et Libertas"
Equality and Freedom
Anthem: "Oh, Ameristralia"
Light blue - Countries where Ameristralia is located Blue - location of Ameristralian wards within countries
Light blue - Countries where Ameristralia is located
Blue - location of Ameristralian wards within countries
Capital Grosvenor
Largest Ward Hubourne
Recognised national languages English
Ethnic groups
(2023)Census
By country:
Demonym(s) Ameristralian
Government Constitutional monarchy
David
Kyson Brooke
Legislature Municipal Assembly
Independence from Australia
• Constituted
13 August 2021
• Declared
3 September 2021
Area
• 
 0.00874779 km2 (0.00337754 sq mi)
Population
• 2023 census
 43
HDI (2021) 0.948[1]
very high
Currency Ameristralian Dollar (AMRD)
Time zone UTC+10 (Ameristralian Eastern Standard Time)
Driving side left in Australia
right in United States
ISA0001 code AMR
Website
www.ameristraliagov.com

The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia, commonly referred to as Ameristralia (/əˈmɛr.ɪ.stræljə/ (About this sound (listen)) or Ah-mare-ah-stral-eea), is an independent exclave primarily situated in Victoria, Australia. It was founded on Friday, August 13, 2021, by David Brooke to instill civic values, fostering community, and promote accountability, particularly among his children. The Act of the People's Right to Self Govern, signed on September 3, 2021, by then Chief Minister Greg Matthews and Brooke, marked the official declaration of independence from the Commonwealth of Australia.

Operating as a constitutional monarchy, Ameristralia follows a mayorship-style governance system. The sovereign, now styled as a sovereign prince and bearing the title of His Sovereign Highness, serves as the Head of State, fount of honours, and sovereign. David Brooke has assumed this title since the municipality's inception. Ameristralia boasts an estimated population of 43 citizens, previously divided into four Council regions. Each Council had a flag but lacks jurisdiction over local laws and citizens. The Councils primarily serve as divisions for electoral voting. The Council of Dabad, currently comprising the Sovereign Family of Ameristralia, holds the largest population, consisting of eight citizens. The remaining Councils are Grosvenor, Holland, and Philadelphia. In 2022, Ameristralia annexed four additional parcels of land. Within Australia, Ameristralia administers four wards: Harkfield, Hillover, Horgrave, and Terrasen. Additionally, Ameristralia maintains two overseas territories named Herrisford and Hubourne.

Ameristralia stands as one of the original signatories to the Citadel Accords, a comprehensive mutual economic and defence cooperation pact. Together with the State of Norton, Ameristralia signed and ratified the agreement on August 29, 2021. Over time, the pact expanded to include five more signatories. Ameristralia operates embassies in each of the participating states to assist travellers and offers government services abroad.

Etymology

The origin of the name "The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia" is derived from Brooke's dual citizenship, encompassing both American and Australian nationalities. Initially, Ameristralia staked a claim to a modest expanse of land measuring just over 1200 m², all of which belonged to Brooke and his family as personal property. The limited size of the land claim and the relatively small number of citizens influenced the choice to use the term "municipality" in the name, as opposed to other alternatives.

From its establishment on August 13, 2021, until June 4, 2023, Ameristralia held the official designation of "The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia." However, through a Royal Decree, His Sovereign Highness David announced a change to the name, omitting the word "The" from the beginning. This alteration aligned the official name with the customary conventions of state nomenclature.[2].

General

Ameristralia was initially established to provide Brooke's homeschooling children with an immersive educational experience encompassing geography, civics, public speaking, and organizational skills within a simulated environment. The municipality created a Discord server to foster a sense of global citizenship. By the time of the 2022 Census, Ameristralia had grown to include thirty citizens from eight macronations, with two foreign consulates and five foreign embassies. This growth led to the implementation of a division of citizens into "councils." Four councils were formed: Dabad, Grosvenor, Holland, and Philadelphia. However, it is important to note that these councils did not function as separate or semi-autonomous regions but served the purpose of dividing citizens for electoral processes.

In March 2022, Ameristralia annexed an island from the Ostton Republic, which became the municipality's first territory known as the Ward of Harkfield Island. Wards were granted the authority to establish local governments and are administered by a Ward Mayor. The landowners who ceded these regions to Ameristralia were granted citizenship, bestowed with the title of Ward Mayor, and received a Patent as a noble of the municipality.

In July 2022, after acquiring numerous lands, Ameristralia abandoned the council system entirely in favour of wards. The wards included Harkfield Island, Herrisford, Hillover, Horgrave, Hubourne, and Terrasen. Citizens were allowed to select a ward for electoral purposes upon receiving citizenship.

On May 24, 2023, the Ameristralian Government Twitter account attained verified account status, denoted by a grey checkmark, as it was recognized as a government or multilateral organization account. Ameristralia became the first micronation to receive this status.

Image showing @AmeristraliaGov received a grey checkmark and what it means

Law and order

The Constitution of the People of the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia serves as the highest legal authority within the municipality. It establishes and safeguards the rights of individuals, defines the responsibilities and functions of the government, and outlines the structure of the court system[3]. This fundamental law was formally ratified through a citizen referendum on March 1, 2022[4].

In addition to the Constitution, the municipality has enacted five municipal laws that have received assent. These laws address various aspects of governance and civic life within Ameristralia. To ensure transparency and accessibility, the Library of the Assembly serves as a repository for all legislation, municipal laws, and ward ordinances. These documents are made publicly accessible, allowing citizens to access and review them as needed.

Foreign relations[5]

The Sovereign Prince holds the position of Head of State and serves as the official representative of Ameristralia on the international stage. They possess the authority to accredit and dispatch delegates for international missions, engage in foreign treaties and organizations, establish consulates and embassies, receive diplomatic guests, participate in and host state events, and conduct treaty negotiations. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade serves as the government's representative in matters of foreign relations. The Ministry and the Head of State work in tandem to ensure mutually beneficial foreign relations for Ameristralia.

Previously, Ameristralia was a member of the Alliance of Unified Democratic Independent Micronations and held a position as an Executive Council member state until its decommissioning by the Founder. It was also a full member of the Micronational Community of Australia, with David Brooke serving as both the Minister of Culture and the organization's Safety Officer.

From April 8, 2022, until its dissolution in early 2023, Ameristralia was a member state of the United Sovereignties intermicronational organization. Additionally, Ameristralia played a significant role as a founding member of the Intermicronational Standards Administration, an organization dedicated to developing intermicronational standards.

Ameristralia entered into the Citadel Accords with The State of Norton on August 29, 2021. Initially focusing on economic and military cooperation, visa-free travel, and the establishment of embassies, the accord evolved to include amendments concerning climate policy, addressing bullying and hate speech, intellectual property rights, and micronational warfare. The Citadel Accords were signed by seven states, including Ameristralia, the State of Norton, Kingdom of Blazdonia, United Kingdom of Great Realeza, Begley Democratic Republic and Commonwealth, Empire of Liberstien, and the Pinangese Republic.

Ameristralia maintains diplomatic relations with various individual micronations. It officially recognizes the majority of United Nations member states, including the Republic of Taiwan and Palestine. However, Ameristralia does not recognize the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Islamic Caliphate of Afghanistan, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade advises citizens against travelling to these nations, along with several others, due to ongoing internal conflicts and human rights violations perpetrated by the regimes in power[6].

Ameristralia has established two consulates in foreign nations, namely Australia[7] and New Zealand[8].

Military

Main article: Sovereign Ameristralian Defence Forces

The Sovereign Ameristralian Defence Forces was the military force of Ameristralia. It was comprised of the Sovereign Ameristralian Army and the Sovereign Ameristralian Navy, which served as the defence forces of the nation.

Geography and climate

Ameristralia is located northwest of the Victorian capital city of Melbourne, at an elevation of three metres above sea level. It has warm, dry summers and mildly cold, dry winters.

Climate data for Ameristalia
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °C (°F) 45.6
(114.1) 		46.4
(115.5) 		41.7
(107.1) 		34.9
(94.8) 		28.7
(83.7) 		22.4
(72.3) 		23.3
(73.9) 		26.5
(79.7) 		31.4
(88.5) 		36.9
(98.4) 		40.9
(105.6) 		43.7
(110.7) 		46.4
(115.5)
Average high °C (°F) 27.0
(80.6) 		26.9
(80.4) 		24.6
(76.3) 		21.1
(70.0) 		17.6
(63.7) 		15.1
(59.2) 		14.5
(58.1) 		15.9
(60.6) 		18.1
(64.6) 		20.5
(68.9) 		22.9
(73.2) 		24.8
(76.6) 		20.8
(69.4)
Daily mean °C (°F) 21.6
(70.9) 		21.7
(71.1) 		19.6
(67.3) 		16.5
(61.7) 		13.7
(56.7) 		11.7
(53.1) 		11.0
(51.8) 		11.9
(53.4) 		13.8
(56.8) 		15.7
(60.3) 		17.9
(64.2) 		19.6
(67.3) 		16.2
(61.2)
Average low °C (°F) 16.1
(61.0) 		16.4
(61.5) 		14.6
(58.3) 		11.8
(53.2) 		9.8
(49.6) 		8.2
(46.8) 		7.5
(45.5) 		7.9
(46.2) 		9.4
(48.9) 		10.9
(51.6) 		12.8
(55.0) 		14.3
(57.7) 		11.6
(52.9)
Record low °C (°F) 5.5
(41.9) 		4.5
(40.1) 		2.8
(37.0) 		1.5
(34.7) 		−1.1
(30.0) 		−2.2
(28.0) 		−2.8
(27.0) 		−2.1
(28.2) 		−0.5
(31.1) 		0.1
(32.2) 		2.5
(36.5) 		4.4
(39.9) 		−2.8
(27.0)
Average rainfall mm (inches) 44.2
(1.74) 		50.2
(1.98) 		39.0
(1.54) 		53.2
(2.09) 		43.9
(1.73) 		49.5
(1.95) 		39.8
(1.57) 		47.0
(1.85) 		54.5
(2.15) 		55.8
(2.20) 		63.3
(2.49) 		60.9
(2.40) 		600.9
(23.66)
Average rainy days (≥ 1mm) 5.6 5.0 5.5 7.1 8.1 8.6 8.3 9.4 9.8 9.0 7.7 6.5 90.6
Average afternoon relative humidity (%) 47 47 47 50 57 61 59 53 50 47 47 46 51
Mean monthly sunshine hours 272.8 228.8 226.3 186.0 142.6 123.0 136.4 167.4 186.0 226.3 225.0 263.5 2,384.1
Source: Bureau of Meteorology.[9][10][11]

Economy

Symbol of the Ameristralian Dollar

In the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia, the official currency is the Ameristralian Dollar (AMRD). Previously, it was known as the Ausican, which was a banknote pegged to the Australian dollar at a rate of §1000 to $1. In addition to the Ameristralian Dollar, fiat Australian and United States Dollars are also accepted as legal tender in Ameristralia.

Before the introduction of the Ausican banknote, the Ameristralian currency existed as a BEP2 token on the Binance test net, referred to as the Ausican. During that time, it was pegged to the price of two four-packs of Four'N Twenty Meat Pies, as determined by Woolworths.

In the past, the Ameristralian Dollar was available on the Stellar Network and accessed through the municipal Discord server. The currency was managed by the specially-created Sovereign Bank of Ameristralia bank Bot, which allows users to deposit, withdraw, pay, or receive funds in Ameristralian Dollars. Similar to a standard fiat bank, users could entrust their funds to the bot. Those who wished to purchase Ameristralian Dollars from a Stellar exchange can deposit the token with the bot, and their account would synchronize with the blockchain. The Sovereign Ameristralian Bank bot is no longer active. Owners of Ameristralian Dollars are able to trade their funds via the Stellar Network.

Currently, there is no legislation in place regarding the collection of taxes in Ameristralia. However, according to Article IIB of the constitution, the government possesses the constitutional authority to levy taxes if required.[12].

Ameristralia currently has a modest economy with no significant exports. According to the Ministry of Treasury and Investment, four registered businesses are operating within the micronation. Recognizing the need for economic development, the government of Ameristralia is actively exploring avenues to cultivate a micronational economy. One approach being considered is the establishment of economic exchanges, involving the exchange of currency and services with other micronations. The goal of these initiatives is to foster economic growth and cooperation within the micronational community.

Municipal Holidays

Ameristralia celebrates the following Municipal holidays

List of Holidays of Ameristralia
Date Event
1 January New Year's Day
19 February Sovereign Prince's Birthday
31 March

(in 2024)

Easter Sunday
19 June Juneteenth
13 August Ameristralia Day
31 October Costume Day
24 December Christmas Eve
25 December Christmas Day
31 December New Year's Eve


The wards of Harkfield, Hillover, Horgrave and Terrasen celebrate the following public holidays inclusive of Municipal holidays

List of Holidays of mainland wards
Date Event
1 April

(in 2024)

Easter Monday
25 April ANZAC Day
12 May

(in 2024)

Mother's Day
1 September

(in 2024)

Father's Day
24 November

(in 2023)

Thanksgiving Friday
26 December Boxing Day

The wards of Herrisford and Hubourne celebrate the following public holidays inclusive of Municipal holidays

List of Holidays of Ameristralian Overseas Territories
Date Event
12 May

(in 2024)

Mother's Day
16 June

(in 2024)

Father's Day
23 November

(in 2023)

Thanksgiving Thursday


References and notes

References

  1. ↑ "Subnational HDI". Subnational HDI Table. Global Data Lab. Retrieved 4 June 2023.
  2. ↑ "Government Announcements". Decree 4/2023. Government of the Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 4 June 2023.
  3. ↑ "Library of the Assembly". Constitution of the People of The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 29 April 2022.
  4. ↑ "Announcement on the Constitutional Referendum". Sovereign Lord Mayor's Announcement. Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 1 March 2022.
  5. ↑ "Current Diplomatic Agreements of Ameristralia". Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 29 April 2022.
  6. ↑ "Travel Advisory of Countries to Not travel to". Travel Wise. Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 29 April 2022.
  7. ↑ "Ameristralian Consulate in Australia". Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 22 April 2023.
  8. ↑ "Ameristralian Consulate in New Zealand". Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 22 April 2023.
  9. ↑ "Climate statistics for MELBOURNE REGIONAL OFFICE". Climate statistics for Australian locations. Bureau of Meteorology. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  10. ↑ "Highest Temperature - 086071". Bureau of Meteorology. Retrieved 26 October 2018.
  11. ↑ "Lowest Temperature - 086071". Bureau of Meteorology. Retrieved 26 October 2018.
  12. ↑ "Library of the Assembly". Constitution of the People of The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia page 5. Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia. Retrieved 29 April 2022.

See also

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