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  1. factsheet

    Democracy

    This fact sheet introduces the idea of democracy and explores the key ideas which support Australia’s democratic system of government.

  2. Unpack democracy

    What is democracy and how does it work in Australia? Use these discussion starters to kick start your classroom conversation.

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    Knowledge check: democracy

    How much do you know about Australia's democracy? Test your knowledge with this fun quiz.

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    Four key ideas of Australian democracy

    This graphic illustrates the 4 supporting ideas of Australian democracy.

  5. PEO poster pack

    This set of large posters covers a range of parliamentary and Australian system of government topics. They are ideal for display in the classroom.

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    Choosing members

    Discover who represents us in the House of Representatives and how they are chosen with this interactive poster. Use the teaching notes and activities to support your students' learning. 

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    Australian system of government

    This fact sheet examines Australia’s system of government. It includes information about representative democracy, constitutional monarchy, federation and the separation of powers.

  8. Year 8

    After completing this Unit of work and associated assessment tasks, students will have met the achievement standard for the Year 8 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  9. Year 5

    After completing this Unit of work and associated assessment task, students will have met the achievement standard for the Year 5 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  10. Australia's prime ministers posters

    Discover Australia’s first 8 prime ministers and their contributions to the development of Australia with this set of posters.

  11. factsheet

    Rule of law

    The rule of law is a key feature of Australia’s democracy and legal system. This fact sheet explains the principle of the rule of law and its relationship to the separation of powers.

  12. Draft a Bill of Rights for Australia

    Should Australia have its own Bill of Rights? Analyse arguments for and against an Australian Bill of Rights, then have a go at drafting one yourself.

  13. Social Media Acceptable Use Guidelines

    Conditions and expectations when engaging with us on social media.

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    Introducing ... Australia's system of government

    Begin your exploration of the features of Australia’s system of government with this short introduction. Discover how power is shared and managed between different groups in Australia.

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    Canberra from above

    Discover where Australian Parliament House sits within the capital city of Australia, Canberra.

  16. Year 3

    The PEO has a range of resources which assist teachers in their delivery of the Year 3 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  17. Year 4

    The PEO has a range of resources which assist teachers in their delivery of the Year 4 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  18. Year 5

    The PEO has a range of resources which assist teachers in their delivery of the Year 5 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  19. Year 10

    After completing this Unit of work and associated assessment tasks, students will have met the achievement standard for the Year 10 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

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    Introducing ... the Australian Constitution

    Begin your exploration of the Australian Constitution with this short introduction. Learn how the Constitution came into effect and what it takes to change it.

  21. Year 6

    After completing this Unit of work and associated assessment task, students will have met the achievement standard for the Year 6 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  22. Year 6

    The PEO has a range of resources which assist teachers in their delivery of the Year 6 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  23. inFocus

    Rights in Australia

    This paper investigates the framework of rights in Australia. It defines the different types of rights, including human rights, and looks at the many sources for our rights and how they are protected.

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    Hansard

    The official written record of what is said in the Australian Parliament is called Hansard. This fact sheet explores the role of Hansard, why and how it is produced and its history.

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    Parliament House

    This fact sheet explores the building where the Australian Parliament meets. Discover key facts about the building and the symbolism of its design.

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    Magna Carta

    This fact sheet explores the Magna Carta – the ‘Great Charter’. It includes information about the history of the Magna Carta and its importance in the development of democracy and human rights.

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    The Constitution

    This short video introduces the Australian Constitution – the rules by which Australia is run.

  28. Year 9

    After completing this Unit of work and associated assessment tasks, students will have met the achievement standard for the Year 9 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  29. Interpret the Constitution

    Discover how the High Court of Australia rules on constitutional disputes by role-playing the hypothetical case of Lee v Electoral Commissioner.

  30. Year 7

    The PEO has a range of resources which assist teachers in their delivery of the Year 7 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

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    The role of the Governor-General

    Meet Her Excellency, the Governor-General and learn about their role in the Parliament as the representative of Australia's monarch.

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    Australia's Parliament House

    This in-depth look at Australia's Parliament House investigates why Canberra was chosen to be the nation's capital and why we needed a 'new' Parliament House. It includes the design, site and symbolism of the building.

  33. Negotiate in National Cabinet

    Role-play as the federal and state levels of government as they work together to manage issues and provide services for the whole of Australia.

  34. factsheet

    Federal elections

    This fact sheet explores how federal elections are used to select representatives in the Australian Parliament. It covers the process of electing senators and members of the House of Representatives.

  35. Year 8

    The PEO has a range of resources which assist teachers in their delivery of the Year 8 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  36. Run an election campaign

    Experience an election campaign in your classroom by analysing political advertisements and then developing your own campaigns! This activity can also be completed as an extension to the Create political parties activity.

  37. Year 7

    After completing this Unit of work and associated assessment task, students will have met the achievement standard for the Year 7 Australian Civics and Citizenship Curriculum V8.4. We are currently aligning to the Australian Curriculum V9.0 and this page will be updated in early 2026.

  38. Glossary

    Use this helpful glossary to browse or search the meanings of key parliamentary terms.

  39. inFocus

    A short history of Parliament

    Compared to some other parliaments around the world, Australia's Parliament is quite young but it is based on practices and ideals from much older parliaments. This in-depth paper explores the development of the Westminster system in Britain and parliamentary democracy in Australia.

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