History of Oceania

How does Australian Parliament meet?

The Australian Parliament meets in two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate is the upper house, and the House of Representatives is the lower house. Both chambers meet in the Parliament House in Canberra, the capital of Australia.

The Senate has 76 members, who are elected for six-year terms. Half of the Senate is elected every three years. The House of Representatives has 151 members, who are elected for three-year terms.

The Prime Minister of Australia is the leader of the government. The Prime Minister is appointed by the Governor-General, who is the representative of the British monarch in Australia. The Prime Minister and their Cabinet are responsible for running the government.

The Parliament meets for about 150 days each year. During its meetings, the Parliament debates and passes laws, and holds the government to account. The Parliament can also be dissolved by the Governor-General, which triggers an election.

The Parliament is an important part of the Australian political system. It is responsible for making laws, overseeing the government, and representing the interests of the Australian people.