Did you know that Australia as a federated nation is only about 115 years old? Before federation, Australia's states and territories each had its own laws and even its own army! Watch this clip to find out how, why and when Australia became a federation.
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Level
5, 6
Learning Area
F-10: Civics and Citizenship, History
Curriculum Code
Civics and Citizenship > Levels 5 and 6 > Government and Democracy > VCCCG008
Discuss the values, principles and institutions that underpin Australia’s democratic forms of government and explain how this system is influenced by the Westminster system
History > Levels 5 and 6 > Historical Knowledge > Australia as a nation > VCHHK093
The significance of key figures and events that led to Australia’s Federation, including British and American influences on Australia’s system of law and government
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The different experiences and perspectives of Australian democracy and citizenship, including the status and rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, migrants, women, and children
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Significant contributions of individuals and groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and migrants, to changing Australian society
Resource Type
Video
Keywords
Australian history, Primary Resources, Federation, Democracy
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