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Australian system of government

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What are the different responsibilities between the State and

WEBWhat are the different responsibilities between the State and Commonwealth governments when it comes to health care? Thanks for your question. Health care is a shared …

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Three levels of government: governing Australia

WEBAustralia has three levels of government that work together to provide us with the services we need. The three levels are: federal Parliament—makes laws for the whole of …

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The Federation of Australia

WEBThe Federation of Australia. Australia's Federation came about through a process of deliberation, consultation and debate. This in-depth paper explores the reasons for …

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Separation of powers: Parliament, Executive and Judiciary

WEBThe ‘separation of powers’ is the principle that the power to make and manage laws should be shared between different groups— the Parliament, the Executive and the Judiciary …

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The responsibilities of the three levels of government

WEBThe three levels are: federal – Australian – Parliament, in Canberra. state and territory parliaments or legislative assemblies, in each state and territory capital city. local …

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How does the constitution divide powers of the Government and …

WEBHow does the constitution divide powers of the Government and how were the State responsibilities derived? Before Federation, the states were British colonies.Each had …

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Ministers and shadow ministers

WEBWhat is a minister? Ministers are members of the Australian Government who have been given an area of responsibility for how Australia is run – a portfolio.Examples of …

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Introducing the three levels of government

WEBThe three levels of government are: federal – national – parliament. state and territory parliaments. local government. Three levels of government in Australia. Parliamentary …

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Levels of government

WEBDiscover their powers and those of the three levels of government they are named after with this video. From the ABC’s Behind the News. Teachers can use this video with their …

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What is a minister and what do they do

WEBMinisters are members of the Australian Government who have been given an area of responsibility for how Australia is run. This area of responsibility is known as a portfolio. …

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Introducing rules and laws

WEBRules are instructions for a place or situation, such as school, home or sports teams. They can be made by people who have authority, such as teachers, parents and coaches. …

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Getting involved in Parliament

WEBIt is important be get involved because Parliament makes decisions on behalf of all Australians. There are many ways for people to get involved in Parliament like …

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How has power shifted to the Australian Government from the

WEBNeed help with a question about the Australian Parliament? The Parliamentary Education Office has the answers! Search the answers to already asked questions or, if you can't …

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How is government policy is shaped and developed by the Prime …

WEBHow is government policy is shaped and developed by the Prime Minister and Cabinet? Great question, Kathy! Cabinet is made up of the Prime Minister and top-level ministers, …

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How do Australians find out about new laws

WEBAll Australian laws are listed on the Federal Register of Legislation. The Parliament House website lists all the bills – proposals for new laws or changes to existing ones – that …

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