The Australian Constitution and Parliament · Constitutional Foundations

Federalism and Shared Power

Examining the division of responsibilities between federal, state, and local governments in the Australian system.

Key Questions

  1. 1Which level of government is best equipped to handle local issues?
  2. 2What are the risks of having different laws in different states?
  3. 3How should the government resolve a disagreement between a state and the nation?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9C7K01
Year: Year 7
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: The Australian Constitution and Parliament
Period: Constitutional Foundations

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