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What government should I select for my action?
Federal Government
The Federal Government’s main responsibilities include:
defence and foreign affairs;
trade, commerce and currency;
immigration;
postal services, telecommunications and broadcasting;
air travel;
national disability insurance scheme (NDIS)
medicare;
most social services and pensions.
State Government
Australia has 5 State governments: New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania. And two Territory governments: Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory. The States main responsibilities include:
schools,
hospitals,
conservation and environment,
roads, railways and public transport,
public works,
agriculture and fishing,
industrial relations,
community services,
sport and recreation,
consumer affairs,
police, prisons and emergency services
Local Council
Australia has 537 Local Council. You can find our what Local Council is responsible for your area by typing your postcode or town into the find my electorate site. Local Councils’ responsibilities vary from place to place, but they are broadly responsible for:
building regulations and development,
local roads and footpaths,
parks and playing fields,
libraries,
local environmental issues,
waste disposal,
and many community services.