The Australian Constitution
Political Parties
The Senate
(federal)
Voting and Elections
The House of Representatives
(Federal)
100

What is the constitution

Australia's 'rule book'

100

Who is the premier of South Australia, and what party does he represent?

Peter Malinauskas , Labor

100

How many senators are there in the senate?

76

100

Who has to vote in Australia?

Citizens 18 years or older.

100

How many electorates are in Australia?

151

200

How can the constitution be changed?

Through a referendum

200

Who is the Prime Minister of Australia and what party does he represent?

Anthony Albanese, Labor

200
How many senators are there for each state? (Not territories)

12

200

In what year did women gain the right to vote in Australia?

1894

200

What voting system is used to elect members to the house of representatives?

Preferential voting

300

When did the constitution come into effect? (Exact date)

1st of January 1901

300

Who is the opposition leader of Australia, and what party does he represent?

Peter Dutton, The Liberal Party

300

How long are senators elected for?

Every 6 years

300

Why is compulsory voting good?

It ensures everyone has a say, high participation rates. 

300

Who is the member for the electorate of Adelaide?

Lucy Hood

400

What three powers are listed in the constitution?

Judiciary, legislative and the executive

400

Who is the leader of the opposition in South Australia, and what party does he represent?

Vincent Tarzia, The Liberal Party

400

How many senators do the territories get each? (ACT and NT)

2

400
On average, how many voters live in each electorate in Australia?

110,000

400

Why are the seats in the house of representatives green?

mirrors the seats in British Parliament.

500

As stated in the constitution, what is the purpose of the executive?

Puts laws into action

500

What is the third largest political party in Australia?

BONUS DOUBLE POINTS: Who is their leader?

The Greens, Adam Bandt

500

What is the title of the person who facilitates the discussion in the senate?

The President

500

How often do we hold federal elections?

Every 3 years
500

Why are senators not allowed into the house of representatives?

So they can't influence decisions made by the lower house.