Constitutional, legal and Government framework

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The Constitution

Australia’s Government operates as a constitutional monarchy. The Head of State is the Queen of Australia, represented in Australia by the Governor-General who acts on the advice of the Executive Council.

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The Constitution
The Australian legal system
Legislative power
Executive power
Judicial power
The rule of law
Preparing legislation and legislative instruments
Guidance on Government and parliamentary matters
Machinery of Government

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