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BIT'S AND PIECES WORK  FEDERATION

When did this occur?

1901 is when federation occured.

What did it mean for Australia's colonies? This meant the states (colonies) became one. The six separate colonies agreed to join under the same laws. Explain the role of the Governor General? The Governor General is the Queens representa tive. Our Governor General at the moment is Quentin Bryce. Because we are under the British power the Queen is in control. But the Queen lives all the way over in England, and she can't just fly over here all the time, so that is why we have a Governor General. The Governor General receives message from the Queen and then she announces the news. What is the constitution? The constitution is a set of rules that a country is governed by. Explain the meaning of federalism and bicameralism? Federalism- A government to do with two levels of government. Bicameralism- is the practice of having 2 parliamentary chambers.

THREE TIERED SYSTEMS!!!! Explain the three levels of government in Australia. There is  Federal   State and   Local. They all have different things to do and look after. Write a brief explanation on the roles and responsiblites of each level of government. The federal level has the most power and can change lot's of things, as the others don't have as much. They look after...  Climate change   Tax's   Schools   Hospitals   And much more. Name the title for the leaders of each level of government. Federal - Prime Minister  State - Premier   Local - Mayor How are decisions made and passed into law at a state and federal level?

They are made and have to be followed by all levels of government. COAT OF ARMS  ﻿Explain the symbols on the Australian coat of arms.  The Kangaroo and Emu are on there because they are unique animals, they are the only Australian animals that can't walk or hop backwards. This is because they just can't do it like you and me can't fly.

Each of the symbols on the sheild are the symbols of the states. Lion, Red cross - NSW White stars, blue - VIC Light blue Maltese cross - QLD White - Backed magpie - SA Black Swan - WA Red lion - TAS

THE PRIME MINISTER!! List some of the tasks of the Australian Prime Minister. The Prime Minister has many tasks they have to do:
 * Go to meetings
 * Deal with problems
 * Go to debates
 * And much more

Voting And Elections Write a short explanation of the voting process in Australia. To vote in Australia you have to be:  Over 18   On the electoral role   And an Australian citizen. 