How can individuals participate in the Australian political system?
The public galleries in the House of Representatives
Michael Masters/DPS Auspic
The public galleries in the House of Representatives
Michael Masters/DPS Auspic
Description
One of the public galleries overlooking the House of Representatives. The public gallery has 6 rows where members of the public are sitting observing the meeting of the House. Below, members of the House of Representatives are sitting at their desks on the lower floor.
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You can get involved in the Australian political system in lots of ways Paige! You could write to or email members of parliament, or sign a petition. Parliamentary committees encourage people to give their opinion on bills – proposed laws – and issues of importance to Australians. You could also attend a meeting or protest to let members of parliament know you are concerned about an issue.
If you are aged 18 or over, voting in federal elections means you can have a say in who represents you in the Australian Parliament.