Outcome 1a checklist.

Democratic Practices

the principles and actions that uphold democratic values and ensure citizens' participation in governance

Cabinet Minister

MP in charge of a government department (e.g. health, defence).

Public Trust

People’s confidence in the government to do the right thing.

Media Influence

How newspapers, TV, and social media shape opinions and politics.

Leadership

How politicians guide, manage, and make decisions for the country.

Parliament

The law-making body with elected MPs and Senators.

Constitution

A legal document that sets up how Australia is governed.

Federalism

Power shared between the federal and state governments.

Public Service

Government workers who give advice and help run services.

Accountability

When leaders must explain actions and can be punished if wrong.

Question Time

When MPs ask ministers questions in Parliament to check on them.

Watchdogs

Groups that check for corruption or rights abuse

Exclusive Powers

Only the federal government can use them (e.g. defence).

Concurrent Powers

Shared by federal and state governments (e.g. education).

Preferential Voting

Voters rank candidates; helps choose the most preferred one.

Proportional Representation

Voting system used in the Senate that helps smaller parties win

Political Participation

Ways people get involved in politics (e.g. protest, petitions).

Political Change

When public action (e.g. campaigns) leads to new laws or policies

Australian Electoral Commission (AEC)

Runs elections fairly and independently.

Minor Party Success

When small parties or independents win seats in Parliament.

Prime Minister

Leader of the federal government and head of Cabinet.