This Is What It Would Be Like If Disney Characters Ran The Australian Government

How much more entertaining would Question Time be!

Ariel: Minister for Foreign Affairs

Disney

Ariel has been a bit of a maverick in the Disney world of cross-cultural relations. Not only can she fluently speak to various species of fish, octopi, and merpeople, but she's willing to go the extra mile for her fellow creature. A great lover of travel, Ariel famously sacrificed her tail to experience life on land. And with that kind of commitment to diplomacy, Ariel's clearly the best person for the job.

Tiana: Minister for Small Business

Disney

A working-class girl through and through, Tiana understands the struggles of running a small business. As an independent businessperson who runs her own eatery, Tiana hopes to lead by example. She's fiercely confident, ambitious, and not afraid to tell big corporations/privileged frog princes to shut it when she has to.

Mushu: Minister for Education and Training

Disney

At first glance, he may not seem like the best option. But remember, it was he who helped Mulan out of her shell, making her the warrior she is today. He's a great proponent of female participation, especially in the classroom. He also supports quotas for women in male-dominated vocational fields. Add to that, he's the amalgam of all our favourite teachers: Mushu's encouraging, has a sense of humour, and he's all about making Australia reach its full potential.

Pocahontas: Minister for Environment

Disney

This woman moves with nature like it's a part of her soul. That's because it is. Pocahontas is not only a believer in the spiritual benefits of being environmentally conscious, she's also an advocate for it. Besides, she is the only person we know who can paint with all the colours of the wind, which is damn impressive.

Snow White: Minister for Aged Care and Social Services

Disney

After spending several years caring for seven elderly men, White has proved her capability for this role. Not only does she have the experience, but she has the patience to handle the rising pressure of our aging population. To some, her naivety might seem like a weakness in the cutthroat world of Canberra. But her chipper outlook on life might be just what the country needs.

Cinderella: Minister for Employment

Disney

Cinderella's that one Disney character that's experienced how both halves of the socio-economy live. She understands just how difficult it can be to get a respectable well-paying job, as well as how entitled you can feel when you don't need one. Cinderella's credits also include personally increasing the participation rate within her village, by encouraging her friends (mice and birds) to join the labour force. It's qualities like these that make any Minister for Employment valuable.

Timon and Pumbaa: Co-Ministers for Immigration

Disney

The fact that this unlikely duo won't go anywhere without the other should put some much-needed confidence in your heart. Timon and Pumba are both incredibly welcoming but are also very shrewd when it comes to who they let into their inner circle. Simba may have been a runaway looking for a safe haven, but taking him in wasn't simply an act of mercy. Having a powerful lion on your team is a plus point when it comes to surviving the jungle. And Canberra's a bit of a jungle too, right?

Mulan: Minister for Defence

Disney

Mulan doesn't live for the thrill of the war. She understands the gravity of what's at stake - the lives that are lost, the sacrifices families make. Best of all, she knows there's a time for war and a time to put the sword/gun/tank down. She's also a pioneer for gender diversity within the armed forces. Her progressive outlook would be a great asset to parliament.

Mike Wozowski: Minister for Communication

Disney

Mike Wozowski isn't your scary monster. He's your talkative one. But that doesn't mean he can't listen too. The consummate conversationalist is a fan of making people laugh, pushing the bad-guy's buttons, and charming the ladies. He's also a technology enthusiast, having been a forerunner in using laughter instead of screams to power his city.

Merida: Minister for Health and Sport

Disney

Merida understands the benefits of an active lifestyle. Fishing, hunting, and archery are all things she's incredibly passionate about, and something she encourages all Australians/Medieval Scots to do. An avid camper, she's a feminist and advocate for the great outdoors and sustainable living.

Dr. Jumba: Minister for Science

Disney

Dr. Jumba might be a reformed evil genius, but it'd still be unwise to leave him alone in a lab. As a scientist who's created several new species, Jumba is a great supporter of biochemical engineering, stem cell research, and using the power of science to better mankind.

Elsa: Minister for Women

Disney

If there's one Disney character who understands the importance of girl power, it's Queen Elsa. Like all women, Elsa's faced her fair share of oppression for being different. But far from making her jaded, the experience simply strengthened her resolve. In fact, when her parents separated her from her sister, Princess Anna, or when she nearly killed her sister, or even when her sister resented her for forbidding a quickie marriage to a guy she just met, they never stopped being there for one another.

Baloo: Minister for Agriculture

Disney

This bear knows his way around much more than a prickly pear. He can skin a mango with his claws, pick berries like a champ, and knows where to find the best bananas in all the jungle. Baloo understands produce. And more so, he knows it's important to share his knowledge with his team. This makes him the man/bear for the job.

Grandmother Willow: Treasurer

Disney

Grandmother Willow is wise. She believes in the importance of investing in people, not companies. She's protective of her tribe. She is grounded, both literally and figuratively. And as a character in the Disney film Pocahontas, she has a rather ~informed~ view regarding foreign investment.

Belle: Prime Minister

Disney

This feminist badass has all the makings of a federal leader. Living with her eccentric-yet-encouraging father has taught her to be patient. Dealing with village bullies has made her resilient. And of course, her unabashed love of books proves how intellectually ready she is for the job at hand.

Don't forget, Belle's the one who brought out the good in the Beast. Not to mention, she single-handedly stopped the village from attacking him, too. And with that kind of courage, you know she'll take her role as "first amongst equals" very seriously.