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A form of government where citizens have equal rights and elect the representatives to make their laws is? * A democracy
What year did federation happen in Australia? * 1901
What type of government has a King or Queen as the head of state? Monarchy
Which is the highest court in Australia? High Court
There are two main sources of law these are legislation and common law
Is voting in Australia compulsory for all Australians over the age of 18. yes
When does Bill become an Act When it is passed by both houses of Parliament
. What is the legal voting age in Australia? 18
a What are the names of the two houses of the Federal Parliament. 9b What is the main job of each house? House of Representatives or House of reps - main job is to make legislation or form government. Senate - main job is as a house of review, looking at legislation and amending it if it is needed.
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