Start here
A short introduction to TASA, Local Assemblies and a few simple ways to begin.
About 3 minutes to read · explore the links when you are ready
Understand the idea.
TASA stands for Terra Australis States Assembly (unincorporated). It brings together men and women learning about self-governance and developing the knowledge, tools and structures for Assemblies.
The starting point is personal responsibility: learning, considering our choices and taking care in how we act. Assembling extends that responsibility into shared community decisions and practical work.
Read TASA’s storyDiscover your Local Assembly.
The people are the Assembly. Men and women gather to learn, share knowledge, discuss local concerns and work together. Local Assemblies form the foundation of TASA’s wider structure.
A local gathering gives you a chance to meet people and ask questions. You are welcome to begin by listening.
Choose one next step.
You do not need to have every answer before you begin. Follow your questions: read an introductory resource, attend a gathering or ask about a subject that interests you.
When you are ready to contribute, explore the action groups and the work they are doing. Participation in an action group requires reconveyance. Contact the group about its current work and participation process.
Common first questions
What does “self-governance” mean here?
Responsibility for our actions and informed, accountable shared decisions.
Read the first step →Can I attend while I am still learning?
Yes. The public gathering information welcomes people who want to listen, learn and ask questions. Read the particular event’s details and contact its coordinator if you are unsure about the format.
Explore upcoming gatherings →How do the Local, National and State Assemblies relate?
The structure reference sets out each jurisdiction’s responsibilities, limits and reporting relationships.
Explore how Assemblies work →How can I help with an action group?
Choose a group and ask about its current priorities and the help it needs.
Read the participation requirements in step 3 →Find an action group →What if there is no Assembly near me?
You can begin with an online gathering or the introductory learning resources. Contact TASA and tell us your area so your enquiry can reach the appropriate people.
Ask about your area →A few useful words
- Assembly
- The men and women who assemble and take responsibility for shared matters in their community.
- Self-governance
- Personal responsibility, informed decisions and accountable shared work.
- Jurisdiction
- The area and kind of responsibility an Assembly carries within the structure.
- Pillar
- One of four Assembly functions: General, Business, Jural and Guardianage.
- Reconveyance
- The process described in TASA’s learning materials for recording a return to the land and soil.
Bring your questions.
You can begin with one conversation, one resource or one gathering.