The Australian Parliament is the public face of the political system.
It represents the practice of politics for most people. Its proceedings, especially notable occasions such as Question Time, often frame the political debate and determine the agenda for political debate.
This page provides general information about Parliament.
Overview
- An Overview of the Federal Parliament
- Some Definitions, Explanations and Quotes About Parliament
- Honourable Members – What To Call Politicians
Key Terms
- Parliamentary Democracy
- Representative Government
- Responsible Government
- Westminster System
- The difference between the Parliament and the Government
Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
Leaders of the Labor, Liberal, Nationals and Greens parties in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Parliamentary Leaders
- Feb 07, 2017: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Aug 30, 2016: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Feb 11, 2016: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Sep 21, 2015: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Oct 14, 2013: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Jun 27, 2013: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Feb 04, 2013: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Nov 01, 2012: Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders
- Sep 17, 2007: Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders
Women Members of Parliament
- Women Members of the House of Representatives Since 1901 – complete list with dates, parties and seats.
- Women Senators Since 1901 – complete list with dates, parties and states/territories.
History
Archived Posts
- Aug 30, 2017: George Williams On Dual Citizenship And Same Sex Marriage Survey
- Aug 06, 2016: Summoning Parliament: Turnbull’s Timing And The Historical Experience
- May 03, 2016: Philip Ruddock (Lib-Berowra) – Valedictory Speech
- Apr 15, 2016: Parliament Prorogued; New Session Starts On Monday
- Sep 21, 2015: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Apr 04, 2015: Quiz: Parliament
- Oct 02, 2014: Senate President Announces Decision On Covered Visitors To Parliament House
- Sep 19, 2014: Abbott Says Federal Police Now Handling External And Internal Security At Parliament House
- Dec 11, 2013: That’s It, You’re Out: Disorderly Conduct In The House Of Representatives
- Nov 04, 2013: Governor-General’s Proclamation Summoning Parliament
- Oct 14, 2013: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Jun 27, 2013: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Feb 04, 2013: Current Federal Parliamentary Leaders
- Nov 01, 2012: Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders
- Sep 17, 2007: Current Federal Parliamentary Party Leaders
- Feb 18, 2004: Books On Parliament
- Sep 14, 2002: Western Australian Government To Toughen MPs Disclosure Laws
- Apr 29, 2002: ALP Women Continue Fight For Equal Representation
- Apr 18, 2002: Parliamentary Sitting Days – 2001
- May 09, 2001: Australian Parliament’s Centenary Celebrated; Howard Praises Curtin & Menzies; Beazley Calls For Republic
- May 09, 2001: Kim Beazley’s Speech to the Centenary of Federation Joint Sitting of Parliament
- May 09, 2001: John Howard’s Speech to the Ceremonial Federation Sitting
- May 09, 2001: Sir William Deane’s Speech On the Centenary of the Australian Parliament
- May 01, 2001: Longest Currently Serving Members Of Federal Parliament
- Mar 15, 1995: Federal Parliamentary Sitting Days – 1994
