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Civics and Citizenship
6 key concepts of Civics and Citizenship
The Westminster System
Australia’s system of government is based on the
Westminster system. the Westminster system is a form of parliamentary government originating in the United Kingdom
Justice
The concept of justice is based upon many differing viewpoints and ultimately states that people and society should behave in a way that is fair, equal and balanced for all
Democratic Values
Democratic values are the beliefs and ideals that
are held by our society as a democracy.
Participation
Participation refers to the way
good citizens contribute to or take part in society.
Democracy
A democracy is a system of government run by
the people, for the people.
Rights and Responsibilities
The concept of rights and responsibilities refers to
our entitlements and duties as citizens.
Three levels of government
State and Territory Government
Responsibilities:
Schools
Hospitals
roads and railways
public transport
mining and agriculture
community services
police
prisons
ambulance services
Local Government
Responsibilities:
local roads, footpaths
waste management
parking
recreational facilities such as parks, sports fields and swimming pools
town planning
building approvals and inspections
land and coast care programs
pet regulation
Federal Government
Responsibilities:
Defence
Immigration
Foreign Policy
Trade and Commerce
Marriage
Quarantine
Currency
Taxation
Australia's Bicameral parliament
Senate (Upper house)
House of Representatives (Upper house)
Separation of powers
The Executive
They are responsible for approving laws and putting them into action
The Judiciary
Their role is to make rulings or judgements about the law
The Legislature
Senate (Upper house) and House of Representatives
They are responsible for debating and passing new laws
Changing the constitution
Step 3: The Writ
Step 4: The Case
Step 2: The Committees
Step 5: The Vote
Step 1: The Bill
people involved in a criminal trial
Prosecutors
Institutes legal proceedings against someone
Defence counsel
Defend people who have been charged
Judge
Decides cases in a law court
Court Officers
Enforce court decisions and serve legal orders
Jury
Listen to the court case and decides together if they believe an accused person is guilty or not
Witnesses
They provide evidence to the court
