&&SCENNAME
Australia

&&REGIONS
SW Australia
Queensland N
New South Wales
Victoria
S New Zealand
N New Zealand

&&GROUPINGS - SW Australia,Queensland,New South Wales,Victoria,S New Zealand,N New Zealand
(5) United New Zealand,SW Australia,Queensland,New South Wales,Victoria,New Zealand
(4) United East and West,West Australia,New South Wales,Victoria,New Zealand
(2) Australia vs. New Zealand,Australia,Queensland,New South Wales,Victoria,S New Zealand,New Zealand
(4) Australia,SW Australia,Queensland,New South Wales,Victoria,S New Zealand,N New Zealand


&&BRIEF
"The population base of New South Wales gives them an advantage heading into the Unification Vote.  All the regions have reasonably good raw material production, at least based on peacetime demand.  However putting economies on a war footing would definitely increase the need for petroleum and military goods beyond current capacities."

&&NOTES
"When New South Whales declared its autonomy from the rest of Australia in 2008, it had originally been seen as nothing more than a political ploy that would be short-lived.  Although it did directly lead to regional governments usurping national powers in the rest of Australia as well, all leaders promised that their goal was strictly the recovery of their own region and that eventually a stronger Australia would re-emerge. ¶¶New Zealand was not as lucky.  After the French abandonment of New Caledonia in 2007, refuges began to arrive from everywhere, some from as far as Indonesia or Afghanistan.  Not having an adequate navy to prevent so many illegal landings, New Caledonia called on New Zealand to help.  An alliance was formed between the two countries and the immigrants were intercepted. ¶¶In response to how the refugees were being treated though, international condemnation of New Zealand's policies became common and their place on the international stage declined.  In September of 2008, the government in Wellington announced they would accept many of the immigrants and planned to locate them on the South Island between Dunedin and Christchurch.  In what became referred to as the 'Battle for Middle Earth', farmers on the South Island blocked roads and ports in protest of the immigrants.  When the military was ordered to intervene, many deserted and joined the locals in the protest.  A brief firefight ensued, killing 31.  Governments on the South Island broke ties with Wellington and New Zealand was divided...¶¶The Australian state of Tasmania, feeling disenfranchised by the breakdown of its central government, offered an alliance with New Zealand's South Island, stating their common interests and opinions as the cause. ¶¶When the World Market announced in February of 2009 that it wanted a Unification Vote of the area to be held within the next several years, brutal campaigning began throughout Australia and New Zealand - often emphasized by violence!"

&&CUSTOMNOTES 00
"The population base of New South Wales gives them an advantage heading into the Unification Vote.  All the regions have reasonably good raw material production, at least based on peacetime demand.  However putting economies on a war footing would definitely increase the need for petroleum and military goods beyond current capacities."

&&EMAIL 00

&&EMAIL 01 - SW Australia
"As long as we don't have any unusual demands made on our resources, our current production levels have us essentially self-sufficient and there are still many untapped areas we could further develop.  We do however need to improve our manufacturing capabilities if we want to stimulate our economy. ¶¶The early polls regarding the Unification Vote do show New South Wales in the lead followed by Victoria.  This is obviously due to their population base advantage.  We really need to have a significant advantage in Domestic Approval Rating if we want to capture votes from other regions. ¶¶Although we lack Military Goods production, we do have reasonable unit manufacturing capabilities.  We should use that capacity to increase our defensive forces significantly and reinforce Alice Springs and Adelaide just in case one of our neighbors decides to attempt unification through use of force.  Fortunately, if one of our neighbors does turn this into a military conflict, we have plenty of empty land that we can use to our tactical advantage.  We should have plenty of time to reinforce lines and prepare defensive positions as they are forced to deal with supply issues."

&&EMAIL 02 - Queensland N
"Our biggest economic concern is our need to still import some of our power requirements.  If we hope to build up our industrial capacity to stimulate our economy this situation will only get worse, so we need to make sure that we address this at the same time.  As well, we need to improve the infrastructure to our southern oil fields in order to get better output from them. ¶¶Currently we don't see any particular region as a military threat but we should definitely reinforce our cities, especially our capital (Brisbane).  If it were to be captured, the chances are quite high that the rest of our region would surrender. ¶¶As far as the Unification Vote goes, we obviously are trailing both New South Wales and Victoria due to their population advantage.  We really need to have a significant advantage in Domestic Approval Rating if we hope to capture votes from other regions."

&&EMAIL 03 - New South Wales
"Our population advantage makes us the favorite heading into the Unification Vote.  As long as we can keep our Domestic Approval Rating comparative to our neighbors, there should be no problem achieving victory. ¶¶There are a few things that can be done with little expense to improve our economy.  If we improve the infrastructure to our northwestern oil fields we would get better output from them.  Also if we invest in Agriculture production and finance some new farming facilities we could eliminate our need to import food. ¶¶Although there does not appear to be any leader trying to settle the unification issue through the use of force, we must remain diligent.  Not only should we improve our defenses in our cities, especially Sydney, but also if we lost control of our western resource fields, our economy would be greatly affected."

&&EMAIL 04 - Victoria
"Unless we can improve our own Domestic Approval Rating so that it notably exceeds that of New South Wales, there is not much chance we can win the Unification Vote.  Their population advantage may be just too much to overcome.  ¶¶Our military advisors have come up with a possible suggestion...  They expect Sydney to be well defended but if we were to launch a surprise attack to capture the resource fields in the western half of New South Wales, we could catch them unprepared.  If we can then hold, or worse case, scorch the production facilities it should significantly hurt their economy.  And as their economy fails, their support in the polls should also plummet.  The plan is not without risk, but if you have the ambition to lead all of Australia it might be your only hope."

&&EMAIL 05 - S New Zealand

"There is definitely a need to reunite with the Northern half of our country if we are to play any significance in the upcoming election.  However our people will not tolerate kowtowing to the policies of Wellington.  Therefore it seems that the only way we can accomplish what we want would be through the use of force.  We expect that the population of Northern New Zealand doesn't agree with their government's liberal stand towards immigrants so if we can topple them, the region should fall to our control.  Since the conflict began with us, they have relocated the capital to Auckland.  If we can capture the city, New Zealand will once again be united. ¶¶For any significant military effort, we should build some Military Goods facilities.  We can't be reliant on imports in case there are trade restrictions imposed on us.  Otherwise our economy is in pretty good shape and we are self sufficient in most commodities."

&&EMAIL 06 - N New Zealand
"Be wary of Southern New Zealand.  They are still angry about our decision on the refugee crisis, and in light of the Reunification Vote, may want to ensure that our policies no longer hold sway.  Build up the defenses in our capital (Auckland) just in case they decide to attack.  If they do attempt an invasion we should be prepared to counter-attack Christchurch. If we can capture it and force their leadership from power, chances are that the rest of the region will want a peaceful end to the conflict. ¶¶Since military action is likely in our future, we should build up our Military Goods production capabilities.  Currently we are 100% reliant on imports and that could hurt our economy severely in the event of a prolonged conflict."

&&SCENWIN
"Congratulations on your victory in Australia!  You have proven that you do have the qualities needed to potentially vie for world domination.  Perhaps you are ready to try a full-blown campaign and attempt to become the true Supreme Ruler..."

&&SCENLOSE
"Unfortunately you have failed in your efforts to conquer Australia.  Perhaps attempting some additional practice scenarios would be wise before you attempt a complete campaign."

&&SCENUNIFYLOSE
"Unfortunately you have failed in your efforts to unify Australia.  %s has emerged the victor of the unification vote!  Perhaps attempting some additional practice scenarios would be wise before you attempt a complete campaign."

&&CAMPWIN
"Congratulations on your victory in Australia!  Your leadership to this point has been quite impressive and we have made good progress in our campaign towards world supremacy.  The next challenge we must face is Oceania.  When you are ready to proceed, give the order and we will begin."

&&CAMPLOSE
"Although we were unsuccessful in our efforts in Australia, there are other opportunities for leadership.  Below you will see what offers are currently available to pursue:"

&&CAMPLOSE
"Although we were unsuccessful in our efforts in Australia, your performance has at least impressed other regions enough for them to offer you a new opportunity at leadership.  Below you will see what offers are available to pursue:"

&&CAMPUNIFYLOSE
"%s has emerged the victor of the unification vote!  Although we were unsuccessful in our efforts in Australia, your performance has at least impressed other regions enough for them to offer you a new opportunity at leadership.  Below you will see what offers are available to pursue:"

&&MPWIN
"Congratulations!  You have emerged the victor in Australia against other human challengers.  Your personal record will be amended to reflect this success."

&&MPLOSE
"You have failed in your quest to conquer Australia against other human opponents.  Better luck next time..."

&&MPUNIFYLOSE
"You have failed in your quest to conquer Australia against other human opponents.  %s (%s) has emerged the victor!  Better luck next time..."
