Understanding Australia's Levels of Government

Australia's government is structured into three levels: federal, state/territory, and local. The federal government, based in Canberra, handles national issues like immigration and defence. State and territory governments manage areas not covered by the Constitution, such as education and health. Local councils address community needs like roads and waste management. These levels work together to govern effectively.

What is the primary role of the federal Parliament in Australia?

• To control local pet regulations

• To oversee state hospitals

• To make laws for the entire country

• To manage local parks and libraries

Which issues are covered by the federal Parliament according to the Constitution?

• Electricity and water supply

• Immigration, marriage, and defence

• Schools and hospitals

• Local road maintenance and rubbish collection

Where do the state and territory Parliaments meet?

• In the capital city of each state or territory

• In federal Parliament House

• In Canberra

• In local council offices

What happens if federal and state laws conflict on certain issues?

• Both laws are invalidated

• The state law overrides the federal law

• A new law is created to resolve the conflict

• The federal law overrides the state law

Which responsibilities are managed by local councils?

• Immigration and foreign affairs

• Schools and hospitals

• Local roads, parks, and rubbish collection

• Defence and taxation

How many councils are there approximately across Australia?

• Less than 100

• Around 300

• Over 1000

• More than 560

What is the main purpose of having three levels of government in Australia?

• To ensure that all levels of society are governed effectively

• To create more jobs in the government sector

• To make the legal system more complex

• To reduce the power of the federal government