LibGuides: PYP Geelong Year 6: How we organise ourselves: How we organise ourselves

LINES OF INQUIRY

1. The structure of Government systems.

2. The process followed for societal decision making.

3. Changes governments make to support he needs of the people.

The Australian Parliamentary system

Parliamentary Education Office
Interactive poster to show you all the parts of the government system of Australia. Use the side menu bar to open up each section.
Parliamentary Education Office: Who is in our Parliament?
Have a look at our current Parliamentary members.
Parliamentary Education Office: Understanding our Parliament
Parliament of Australia
Lots of links to relevant information about the Aust. Govt. (Senators, The Senate, The House of Representatives, Bills and Committees.)

Governments of the world

Parliamentary Education Office
A quick overview of other governmental systems.
CIA Fact Book
Clear and simple definitions of numerous government types.

What is a Lobby Group?

Attorney-General's Office: Registry of Lobbyists.
Learn more about how to become a lobbyist and their potential power in decision making.

Databases to Explore!

SEARCH TIPS:

BrainPOP: can SEARCH "government": lots of information about the American system of Government. Also SEARCH: "communism", "democracy", "parliamentary system".

Britannica: SEARCH: "government", "monarchy", "democracy", "communism", "fascism", "parliament".

World Book (Student): SEARCH: "government", "monarchy", "democracy", "communism", "fascism", "parliament", "oligarchy".

How are Australian laws made?

Parliamentary Education Office: Making a law.

What is a Referendum?

A Referendum is one of the only ways to change the Australian Constitution. A recent example is the Referendum on Gay Marriage of 2017.

Australian Electoral Commission
A look at what a Referendum is and how they are organised.

What is a Royal Commission? Follow the link to find out more.

Australian Government: Royal Commissions

Role of the Governor General

Our current Governor- General is David Hurley. Follow the link below to find out more.

The Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia.
Learn about their role and place in the Australian Government.
Parliamentary Education Office: Governor- General.

What is the role of the King in Australia's government?

Parliamentary Education Office
Have a look at the role of King Charles in the Australian Government.