Understanding Local Government in Australia

Which of the following is a main role of local government in Australia?

• Making national laws

• Collecting rubbish and recycling

• Running the army

• Printing money

Who is usually the leader of a local council in Australia?

• The Prime Minister

• The Mayor

• The Governor-General

• The Premier

Which service is most likely provided by your local council?

• Building highways between cities

• Organising local libraries

• Running the national parliament

• Managing airports

What is the main purpose of local government elections?

• To choose the Prime Minister

• To select local councillors

• To decide on national laws

• To choose the Governor-General

Which of the following is NOT a service provided by local government?

• Rubbish collection

• Street lighting

• Defence force training

• Local parks maintenance

How often are local government elections usually held in Australia?

• Every year

• Every 4 years

• Every 10 years

• Every month

Which of these is a responsibility of local government?

• Providing passports

• Maintaining local roads

• Running universities

• Printing money

What do you call the group of people elected to make decisions in a local area?

• Parliament

• Council

• Cabinet

• Senate

Which of the following is a local government service?

• Organising local festivals and events

• Running the army

• Running prisons

• Organising Police and Ambulance services

Who can vote in local government elections in Australia?

• Only people over 21 years old

• All Australian citizens aged 18 and over

• Only people who work for the council

• Only people born in Australia