Positions Involve Flashcards

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Prime Minister

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He is the leader of the Australian government and the nation. He leads the parliamentary party or coalition of parties.

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Opposition Leader

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The opposition leader has to challenge the current governments choices. His party doesnt control the government.

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Governor General

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He appoints judges. He is chosen by the queen. He stays in power for about 5 years. He attends lots of parades and ceremonies.

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Premier

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He has to make executive decisions in the 6 states of the commonwealth of Australia. He is like the prime minister but he is in WA.

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Minister For Foreign Affairs

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She is in charge of a states foreign policy and relations. She also helps Australians that get in trouble in other countries.

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Treasurer

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The treasurer has to look after the money and he is the chief banker and money manager. He oversees all of the countries cash savings, debt and investments.

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Chief Government Whip

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She can wield great power over their party’s MP’s. She is in charge of discipline and she has to vote as the party leadership desires.

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Speaker

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He had to speak and argue between or against two or more parties. He controls some of the members and he can kick people out of parliament.

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Senator

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She had to read the legislation from the house of commons and suggest changes.

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Chief Justice Of The High Court

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She is the one of leadership. She has an executive role as the head of court. She is also head of all the judges. She is the most important judge.

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Deputy Prime Minister & Leader Of Nationals

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His party look after farmers. Whenever Malcolm Turnbull goes out of Australia, he is in charge.

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