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Australian Prime Ministers
The leaders who shaped Australia's politics, from Federation to the present. Questions should pertain to their policies and laws, and their lives, both political and personal.
1,068 Questions
Former Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, has not yet died.
What is Julia Gillard's favourite food?
She Likes BBQ Food Sausages, Lamb Chops, Steak Strips and a Bottle of Beer and Fruit and Yoghurt.
Does Julia gillard have any children?
Yes. Julia has an older sister who is 3 years older than her called Alison.
How much does Australian prime minister get paid?
The Australian prime Minister, Julia Gillard, has recently made moves to increase her salary to close to $450,000 annually.
Who is the longest-serving labor Prime Minister in Australia?
Australia's second longest serving Prime Minister was John Howard, of the Liberal Party. Mr Howard served from 11 March 1996 until 3 December 2007.
yes but lately he has been in and out off hospitals.AND he is in his 90's.
Yes, he is in his 90s.
Who is a president and prime minister of Australia?
There is just one country in Australia. Australia is the name of both the continent and the country.
Being a constitutional monarchy, Australia does not have a president. The leader of the government is the Prime Minister who, in 2012, is Julia Gillard.
There are six states and two territories in Australia. The government leader of the states is called the Premier, while the head of each territory is the Chief Minister.
Which Australian prime minister drowned off the coast near Portsea?
Harold Holt, in 1967- he disappeared whilst swimming and his body was never recovered. Searches by scuba divers found nothing, so he was probably either dragged out to sea by a powerful undercurrent, or attacked by a shark which carried his body far from the scene.
Who has more power the president of Italy or the prime minister?
Each country's system is different. Broadly speaking, countries in Europe have strong Prime Ministers (France is the major exception), while those in Africa have strong Presidents.
John Howard, Australia's Prime Minister from 1996 to 2007, is not a Catholic. He is a Christian, however, and was raised as a Methodist. He has also been known to attend the Anglican church.
the current leader of the Opposition, Tony Abbott, is a devout Catholic.
Who were the last five prime ministers in Australia?
1968-71 John Gorton--------Liberal
1971-72 William McMahon--Liberal
1972-75 Gough Whitlam----Labour
1975-83 Malcolm Fraser-----Liberal
1983-91 Robert Hawke------Labour
1991-96 Paul Keating--------Labour
1996-08 John Howard--------Liberal
2008-10 Kevin Rudd----------Labour
2010-13 Julia Gillard----------Labour
2013 ---- Tony Abbott--------Liberal
How did john howard become prime minister?
Because Australia is a democracy, his party (the Liberal Party of Australia) held the greatest number of federal seats in the House of Representatives. Because the party had elected him as their leader, he then became the Prime Minister.
Although Howard lost the 2007 election, before that he was seen as a shrewd, safe pair of hands with many years of experience both in power and in opposition. He reflected a large section of Australian public opinion.
How do you become prime minister of Australia?
By being voted into a parliamentary seat and then getting the backing of enough lower house reps to make you their leader. the actual desicion of who is to be Prime Minister is Normaly made by the party that controls the lower house.
What political party does Kevin Rudd belong to?
Kevin Rudd belongs to the Australian Labour Party. He was prime minister from 2006-2010 and leader of the Labour party during that period of time.
Facts about a previous Prime Minister of Australia?
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Was Julia gillard born in Britain?
Julia Gillard was born in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and migrated with her family to Adelaide, Australia in 1966, attending Mitcham Demonstration School and Unley High School. In 1982 Gillard moved to Melbourne, Australia. She graduated from the University of Melbourne with Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws degrees in 1986.
Who was the prime minister of Australia in 1915?
Australia's Prime Minister in 1907 was Alfred Deakin. His term extended from 5 July 1905 until 10 November 1908.
Deakin had also served in 1903-1904, and served a third term in 1909 - 1910.
Who is the First Deputy Prime Minister for Tajikistan?
Abdyrakhman Mamataliev is the Deputy Prime Minister for Kyrgyzstan.
Who is the Deputy Prime Minister for Denmark?
Anders Fogh Rasmusen, from the party "Venstre", and we are terribly sorry.
Who was the Australian prime minister that was removed from office?
Joseph Lyons died in office in 1939 John Curtin died in office in 1945 Harold Holt disappeared presumed drowned in office in 1967.
Has an Australian aboriginal been the prime minister?
Yes. The Prime Minister of Australia is the head of government in Australia.
The current prime minister in 2015 is Tony Abbott.
What school did john howard go to?
Howard grew up in the suburb Earlwood in Sydney, and attended the public funded state schools Earlwood Primary School and Canterbury Boys' High School.
Who is the Deputy Prime Minister for Somalia?
Abd-Al-Salam Muhammad Al-Mahdi Al-Qadi is the Deputy Prime Minister for Libya.
None - the role of Prime Minister (PM) is as a representative of the elected Government. While the PM does have voting rights (as would any MP in parliament) - the position doesn't yield any actual power.
Who is the Deputy Prime Minister for Qatar?
Ahmad bin Abdallah Al-Mahmud is the Deputy Prime Minister for Qatar.
