Constitution
When did the Australian Constitution come into effect?
1901
What is Australia's Capital City?
Canberra
How many levels of Government do we have in Australia?
3
Who are the indigenous people of the Blackwater and the surrounding lands?
The Ghungalu people.
Is Australia a republic?
No, Australia is part of the monarchy/Commonwealth (governed by the King).
How many houses are there in the federal parliament? Can you remember their names?
2; The Senate and The House of Representatives
Where would you find Parliament House in Australia?
ACT - Canberra
Give an example of a Federal government responsibility
Army, Medicare, Centrelink, taxation, immigration
Which two animals appear on the Australian Coat of Arms?
Kangaroo and Emu
What does a bicameral parliament mean?
The parliament has two houses.
True or False: you need a referendum to change the Constitution?
TRUE
If you are playing our "National Game" what are you doing?
Playing Aussie Rules Football (AFL)
What does the word 'bicameral' mean?
It refers to having 2 houses in Parliament
What are the names of Australia’s six states?
Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania
What is the voting age in Australia?
18
What is the purpose of the Australian Constitution?
It ensures Australia is governed in a fair way
What is the name of the LOCAL government body that looks after the area around Keilor Downs College?
Brimbank City Council
What is an example of a State Government Responsibility?
Roads, healthcare, education, public transport, public safety
What is the name of Australia’s national anthem?
Advance Australia Fair
What is the name of the lower house of the Australian Federal Parliament?
The House of Representatives
What is the Australian Constitution?
A legal document created in 1901 which sets out specific powers of Australia's government
Who is Australia's current Prime Minister?
Anthony Albanese
Can you name the three levels of Government in Australia? (Division of Powers)
Federal Government, State Government and Local Government.
Australia is surrounded by three oceans. Name two of them.
Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean
True or False: the House of Representatives and the Senate both have to agree with a law before in can be passed in Federal parliament.
TRUE