Henry Parkes
Who is known as the "Father of Federation" in Australia?
Henry Parkes
In which year did Australia officially become a nation?
1901
What type of Government does Australia have?
Representative Democracy and a Constitutional Monarchy
Which level of government is responsible for things like local roads and schools?
Local government
In which year did Henry Parkes give the Tenterfield Oration, his famous speech calling for Australia to unite?
1889
What document created the new nation of Australia?
Australian Constitution
What is the Separation of Powers and what does it achieve?
No one section has all the power
Which level of government looks after things like defence and immigration?
Federal government
Henry Parkes was the leader of which Australian colony?
NSW
Which city held the first meeting of the Australian Parliament in 1901?
Melbourne
Name the three Separate Powers
The parliament, the executive and the judiciary
Which level of governments look after things like hospitals and education?
State
Which important event did Henry Parkes help start in 1889?
The push for Federation
How many colonies came together to form the nation of Australia?
6
Name two of Australia's democratic beliefs.
Rule of Law/free and fair elections/inclusive society/active citizens
Which level of government is responsible for making laws about things like dealing with other countries?
Federal
Why did Henry Parkes want the colonies to unite?
So it could have better defence and economic strength
What important event happened in Australia on January 1, 1901?
Who is the current Premier of Western Australia?
Roger Cook
How do Australian citizens help the government make decisions?
Voting