Euthanasia Discussion Kit Introduction (30.3 kb)
The 1995 Synod agreed to a statement in response to the debate about euthanasia that is occurring around Australia. The full Synod statement appears below on page 4, following some background material. The Synod affirmed three basic principles which should be “considered foundational in any debate about euthanasia”

 Euthanasia Discussion Kit Part One (52.0 kb)
Euthanasia - Hearing the people in the situation, understanding the dilemmas.

 Euthanasia Discussion Kit Part Two: Evaluating Legislation (34.5 kb)
The existence of euthanasia legislation in the Northern Territory shows that it is not enough to think about whether we are for or against euthanasia. If there is going to be euthanasia legislation, then we must ensure that it is as responsible as possible, and that it reduces any risks and dangers to the barest minimum.

 Euthanasia Discussion Kit Part Three: Case Studies (39.0 kb)
People often talk about euthanasia in broad general terms, without considering specific circumstances. People often make assumptions about what can or cannot be done, or about what they will or will not want in particular circumstances.

 Euthanasia Discussion Kit Part Four: Preliminary Questions on Euthanasia and the Aged (17.2 kb)
Some people who are in favour of euthanasia, argue that simply being old and frail should be adequate reason to be allowed to ask for help in dying. Some advocates go further than this, arguing that the Aged are a drain on social and health resources and should choose not to live any longer. Even if they do not argue for involuntary euthanasia (where the doctor or society decides it is time they die), they are certainly putting pressure on older people to choose to die. Under such pressure, even "voluntary" euthanasia would not be truly voluntary — it would be the result of older people being made to feel that they are useless, not valuable, a burden on society.