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The Australian Constitution – Parliament of Australia
WEBShort title. Act to extend to the Queen's successors. Proclamation of Commonwealth. Commencement of Act. Operation of the Constitution and laws. Definitions. Repeal of Federal Council Act. Application of Colonial Boundaries Act. Constitution.
About Parliament – Parliament of Australia
WEBIn 1901 the Australian Constitution established the Australian Parliament, also known as the federal Parliament or the Commonwealth Parliament. The Australian Parliament has four main roles: Making and changing federal laws. Representing the people of Australia. Providing a place where government is formed. LEARN MORE.
Members – Parliament of Australia
WEBMembers. The House of Representatives has 151 Members, each representing one geographic area of Australia. Members are elected for a 3 year term and when in parliament take part in debate on proposed laws and public policy, representing the views of the people in their electorate.
Senators and Members – Parliament of Australia
WEBSenators and Members individually decide their preferred web based contact method. To contact your Senator or Member first find their home page using the below search tool. Their home page will contain their contact details and best method of contacting them. Alternatively you can view a list of Senators or a list of Members.
Senate – Parliament of Australia
WEBThe Senate is one of the two houses of the Australian Federal Parliament. It consists of 76 senators, twelve from each of the six states and two from each of the mainland territories. It shares the power to make laws with the other House of the Parliament, the House of Representatives.
Parliament Explained Democracy – Parliament of Australia
WEBJun 16, 2022 · Democracy means ‘rule by the people’. The word comes from the ancient Greek words ‘demos’ (the people) and ‘kratos’ (to rule). In a democracy, the people have the power to participate in decision-making, such as voting at elections. Each democracy is unique and works in different ways. In Australia, citizens choose representatives ...
COVID-19 vaccines: a quick guide – Parliament of Australia
WEB11 November 2021. PDF version []Emma Vines Social Policy. Vaccines are central to Australia’s COVID-19 pandemic response. The Australian, state and territory governments have said that a high vaccination rate is crucial to avoiding future widespread lockdowns, with the National Plan to transition Australia’s National COVID-19 Response providing ‘a …
Infosheet 20 - The Australian system of government
WEBThe principle of the separation of powers is that, in order to prevent oppressive government, the three powers of government should be held by separate bodies—the Legislature, Executive and Judiciary—which can act as checks and balances on each other. With parliamentary government the legislative and executive functions overlap, as the ...
Australia's Permanent Migration Program: a quick guide
WEBDec 20, 2021 · As part of its planned Migration Program, the federal government allocates places each year for people wanting to migrate permanently to Australia. ‘Migration Program’ refers to the number of visas issued for permanent residence in skilled, family and special eligibility categories. Temporary entrants are not included in Migration Program ...