Post Mock Elections

Humaities

Civics and citizenship

The study of rights and responsibilities, and roles of citizens within a society

Multiculturalism

Accepting different cultures in society and supporting every cultural differences by both majority and minority group members

What is civics concerned with? 

Understanding citizens' rights and responsibilities 

What is a key feature of Australian national identity? 

Diversity and multiculturalism 

Where did the concept of democracy originate?

Ancient Greece

Purpose of constitution

A constitution is a written set of rules that explains how the country works, what powers the government has, and what rights people have

Houses of Federal Parliament

House of Representatives (Lower House):

• Where the government is made.

• Members are elected by the people.

• Makes and votes on new laws.

Senate (Upper House):

• Checks and reviews the laws.

• Represents all states and territories.

Houses of State Parliament

1. Legislative Assembly (Lower House):

• Makes and votes on new state laws.

• Members are elected by the people.

• The government is formed here.

2. Legislative Council (Upper House):

• Reviews and checks the laws made by the lower house.

• Members are also elected, but usually in a different way.

3 Levels of Government

Federal Government (National)

• Looks after big issues that affect the whole country.

• Example: Defence, immigration, money, trade, postal services.

2. State Government

• Looks after things in each state or territory.

• Example: Schools, hospitals, roads, transport, police.

3. Local Government (Council)

• Looks after local areas and communities.

• Example: Rubbish collection, parks, local roads, libraries, pet registration.

Preferential Voting

In preferential voting, people put candidates in order from 1st choice to last. If no one gets more than half the votes at first, the person with the fewest votes is taken out, and their votes go to the next choice. This keeps happening until someone has more than half the votes and wins.

Role/Purpose of Political Parties

Political parties aim to win elections, form the government, and put their ideas and policies into action.

Name of 3 major political parties in Australia

·         Australian Labor Party (ALP) Focuses on workers’ rights, public services (like health and education), and equality. ·         Liberal Party of Australia Focuses on free markets, individual freedoms, and lower taxes. ·         The Greens Focuses on environmental protection, climate action, and social justice.

Purpose of Voting

The purpose of voting is to choose leaders and make decisions about laws and government policies. It lets people have a say in how their country or community is run.

Campaign Strategies

Using social media like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter to reach voters.

Advertising on TV, radio, or online to tell people about their ideas.

Handing out flyers or posters in the community.

Go to voters homes to talk to the voters

Debates where candidates discuss important issues.

Informed Voting

Informed voting is when people learn about who they are voting for and why, so they can choose wisely.

Compulsory Voting

Compulsory voting is when everyone who can vote must do so by law.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Compulsory voting

Advantages

·         Increases voter turnout

·         Makes democracy stronger

·         Encourages political awareness

Disadvantages

·         Limits personal freedom

·         Some vote without knowledge

Enforcement costs money