This clip is divided into three key topics. First, The Birth of Australian Government provides an introduction to the early democratic processes that shaped Australia's government. Learn how Britain governed its colony in Australia by establishing colonial parliament. The key structures of the Westminster System are explained, as are the reasons behind Federation. Next we look at how Australia's state governments follow the structure of a Constitutional Monarchy and the roles of the three arms of government: legislative, executive and judiciary. Voting systems, political parties and differences among states and territories are explained. In closing, an overview of the structure and role of Australia's federal government are described and the key responsibilities of Members of Parliament, Ministers, Premieres, and judges are outlined.