The Australian Parliament meets in Canberra, the nation's capital.
The Australian Government is formed by the group that has the support of the majority – more than half – of the members in the House of Representatives.
The Senate is one of the 2 houses of the Australian Parliament. Senators are elected by the people of Australia.
The Senate:
The Senate.
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The House of Representatives is one of the 2 houses of the Australian Parliament. Members of the House of Representatives are elected by the people of Australia.
The House of Representatives is where the Australian Government is formed.
The House:
The House of Representatives.
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