Freedoms
Explain what Freedom of Speech means
freedom of an individual or a community to articulate their opinions and ideas without fear of retaliation, censorship, or legal sanction.
What is democracy?
Democracy is often said to mean 'rule by the people'. A system of government indirectly ruled by the people who can have a say.
responsible for creating rules for Australia to be inclusive, safe, etc.
+ the government is representative of its people. They represent their community or states opinions
Who is the current Prime Minister?
Anthony Albanese
Explain what Freedom of Religion means
the right to think freely, and to entertain ideas and hold positions based on conscientious or religious or other beliefs
What is a representative democracy?
representative democracy is where voters elect candidates to carry out the business of government on their behalf.
What is the role of the House of Representatives?
The consideration and passing of new laws and amendments or changes to existing laws.
How many seats in the House of Representatives?
151
Explain what Freedom of Movement means
People have the right to choose where to live in the country, can move freely within the country & can choose to leave the country.
What is the Constitution?
•a set of rules by which a country is run
What is the role of the Governor General?
The Governor-General of Australia is His Majesty The King's representative. In practice, they are Australia's Head of State
In what year was Australia federated?
1901
Explain what Freedom of Assembly means
the individual right or ability of people to come together and collectively express, promote, pursue, and defend their collective or shared ideas
What is a Constitutional Monarchy?
This means that, while The Sovereign (King) is Head of State, the ability to make and pass legislation resides with an elected Parliament.
What are the 5 Freedoms?
Freedom of speech, religion, movement, assembly and association
What are the two main political parties in Australia?
Labor and Liberal
Explain what Freedom of Association means
protects the right of all persons to group together voluntarily for a common goal and to form and join an association
What is the Federation of states?
where a group of states join together to form a single country. For us, the Australian Parliament has the power to make laws about national matters such as defence, immigration, trade and foreign affairs.
What are the 5 features of Australian government?
Democracy, representative democracy, constitution, constitutional monarchy & federation of states
Who is the leader of the opposition?
Anthony Albanese (Labor) VS ____________(Liberal)
Peter Dutton (Liberal)