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How should disputes be resolved in Australia?
- Peacefully through legal channels, mediation or other lawful means — never through violence or intimidation
- Through direct confrontation between the parties involved
- Through family or community elders
Why this is the correct answer
Australian law requires that disputes be resolved through peaceful, lawful means — including mediation, negotiation or the courts. Violence and intimidation are never acceptable responses to conflict, regardless of the circumstances or the strength of feeling involved. This principle reflects Australia's commitment to the rule of law and peaceful coexistence.