Civics, Citizenship, and Justice · Current
The Role of Political Parties
How parties form platforms, campaign, and represent the interests of voters.
Key Questions
- 1How do minor parties and independents influence the Australian parliament?
- 2What is the impact of political donations on democratic integrity?
- 3How has the "two-party system" evolved in the last decade?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9C10K03
Year: Year 10
Subject: HASS
Unit: Civics, Citizenship, and Justice
Period: Current
Suggested Methodologies
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