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For over two decades following Federation, the federal parliament met in the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne, Victoria. The reason for this was that this was the only building in Australia large enough to house the very first parliament and the invited guests. Parliament House in Canberra was only completed in 1927.
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Why isn't the Federal Parliament held in Sydney?
Federal Parliament is not held in Sydney because it is not the capital city of Australia, despite being the largest in population. The capital city of Australia is Canberra, which is where Federal Parliament is held.
Who is the tresuerer of australia?
As of June 2014, Joe Hockey is the Treasurer of Australia, a position he has held since September 18, 2013. Previously, he was the Shadow Treasurer of Australia.
What date did Australia set up its own parliament?
Australia federated in 1901, elections were held for the first parliament soon after and the opening of the first federal parliament took place on May 9 1901 in the Royal Exhibition Building in melbourne.
When was Parliament of Australia created?
Parliament of Australia was created in 1901.
Which city was the capital until Canberra was made?
Melbourne held the country's parliament until Canberra was built, but it was never the capital of Australia.
What are the houses of Parliament in Western Australia?
The Legislative Council is the upper House of the Parliament of Western Australia, and Legislative Assembly is the lower House of the Parliament of Western Australia.
What does Australia call its Parliament?
Australia's parliament is simply "Parliament". There are two Houses of Parliament - the upper house, which is The Senate and the lower house, which is the House of Representatives.
When was the First sitting of South Australia's parliament?
South Australia's first Parliament was in 1857.
What is the name of the upper house of the Parliament of Australia?
Australia's upper house of Parliament is the Senate.
When was Australia's last election held?
The last federal election was held in Australia on August 21st, 2010, after a month long campaign, resulting in a Parliament with a mandate to serve until September 27th, 2013 (making the last possible date for the next election November 30th, 2013).
What city in Australia houses the federal parliament?
Australia's capital city, Canberra, houses the Federal Parliament.
Where is Australia's Federal Parliament located?
The Australian Federal Parliament is located in Capital Hill, Canberra, ACT
