Australian Identity Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is a referendum
A referendum is a vote that over 18s vote in
The three levels of government
Federal, State, Local
The three arms of government
Legislative, executive, judicial
The two different powers
Specific and residual
Where was Parliament House first located
Melbourne, it got moved to Canberra in 1927
Bicameral
A system of parliament with two houses, chambers, branches etc.
How often are federal election called
Every 3 years
What day does a federal election occur
Saturdays between 8am and 6pm
Why did this year’s election take so long to be announced
Because the voting was so close that they couldn’t find a clear winner.
It usually takes 3-4 hours but this year it took 8 days
What does the federal government do to protect the environment
They protect important and heritage national sites such as the Great Barrier Reef. They will have an impact on the businesses that plan to ruin or affect the environment
What does the state governments do to help the environment
They are responsible for air quality, water quality, residential noise and forestry management
Unicameral
A system of parliament with 1 house, branch, leg etc.
Coalition
An alliance between two political parties that want to increase their chance of being elected
Name the four main political parties
Labor (ALP), Liberal, The Greens and the Nationals
The title of the Queen’s representative for Australia
The Governor-General
What are some responsibilities of the state government
Criminal laws, transport, Police and Emergency services, Health and education
What is a political party
A group of people that have similar beliefs and values
How many senators are elected
2 from each state and 12 overall
‘Reserve powers’
To summon, open or dissolve parliament
Three parts of parliament
Lower house (house of reps), upper house (Senate), Queen’s representative (Governor-General)
