The role of the Crown

Question 1

How are they appointed?

Answer 1

State Governors are appointed by King Charles III on the advice of each state Premier. The Governor General is appointed by King Charles III on the advice of the Prime Minister

Question 1

Role of the Crown

Answer 1

(UK Monarch: Charles III) is represented in Australia by the six state Governors (State government) and one Governor General (Federal government).
The role of the Crown is contained in the Constitution and must be followed.

Question 2

What is the Governor General meant to do?

Answer 2

Ensures that government in power “governs” in accordance with the Federal Constitution. Each state governor performs this function at a state level. The three specific tasks are:

Question 3

1. Ceremonial duties

Answer 3

Meeting foreign leaders and representing Australia at international events. There are many of these and it saves the time of the Prime Minister.

Question 4

2. Granting or withholding Royal Assent:

Answer 4

This is the formal signing and approval of a “bill” by the Governor General/ Governor after which it becomes “law”. Before signing the bill into law, the Governor General receives legal advice outlining why the bill they are being asked to sign is legal and in accordance with the Constitution. After the Governor General is satisfied this test has been met, the bill is signed into law.

Question 5

3. “Appointing” the “Executive Council”

Answer 5

Which is another name for the group that includes the Prime Minister and the Federal ministers responsible for each area of government. In reality, the Governor General respects the will of the Australian people and accepts the recommendation of the party that won the election as to who should be appointed Prime Minister and the ministers in the government.