Overview, Key Terms And History - AustralianPolitics.com (original) (raw)

The Australian Parliament is the public face of the political system.

It represents the practice of politics for most people. Its proceedings, especially notable occasions such as Question Time, often frame the political debate and determine the agenda for political debate.

This page provides general information about Parliament.

• An Overview of the Federal Parliament
• Some Definitions, Explanations and Quotes About Parliament
• Honourable Members – What To Call Politicians

Key Terms

• Parliamentary Democracy
• Representative Government
• Responsible Government
• Westminster System
• The difference between the Parliament and the Government

Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders

Leaders of the Labor, Liberal, Nationals and Greens parties in the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Parliamentary Leaders

• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders February 7, 2017
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders August 30, 2016
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders February 11, 2016
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders September 21, 2015
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders October 14, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders June 27, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders February 4, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders November 1, 2012
• Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders September 17, 2007

Women Members of Parliament

• Women Members of the House of Representatives Since 1901 – complete list with dates, parties and seats.
• Women Senators Since 1901 – complete list with dates, parties and states/territories.

History

• History of Changes in Federal Parliament

Archived Posts

• George Williams On Dual Citizenship And Same Sex Marriage Survey August 30, 2017
• Summoning Parliament: Turnbull’s Timing And The Historical Experience August 6, 2016
• Philip Ruddock (Lib-Berowra) – Valedictory Speech May 3, 2016
• Parliament Prorogued; New Session Starts On Monday April 15, 2016
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders September 21, 2015
• Quiz: Parliament April 4, 2015
• Senate President Announces Decision On Covered Visitors To Parliament House October 2, 2014
• Abbott Says Federal Police Now Handling External And Internal Security At Parliament House September 19, 2014
• That’s It, You’re Out: Disorderly Conduct In The House Of Representatives December 11, 2013
• Governor-General’s Proclamation Summoning Parliament November 4, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders October 14, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders June 27, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders February 4, 2013
• Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders November 1, 2012
• Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders September 17, 2007
• Western Australian Government To Toughen MPs Disclosure Laws September 14, 2002
• ALP Women Continue Fight For Equal Representation April 29, 2002
• Parliamentary Sitting Days – 2001 April 18, 2002
• Australian Parliament’s Centenary Celebrated; Howard Praises Curtin & Menzies; Beazley Calls For Republic May 9, 2001
• Kim Beazley’s Speech to the Centenary of Federation Joint Sitting of Parliament May 9, 2001
• John Howard’s Speech to the Ceremonial Federation Sitting May 9, 2001
• Sir William Deane’s Speech On the Centenary of the Australian Parliament May 9, 2001
• Longest Currently Serving Members Of Federal Parliament May 1, 2001
• Federal Parliamentary Sitting Days – 1994 March 15, 1995