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Did you know? The table in the Legislative Assembly is the width of two gentleman’s swords. This reflects the tradition in the Westminster Parliament in the United Kingdom where there ...
The Secondary Student Leadership Program at NSW Parliament is a long‑running civics initiative for Year 12 student leaders from across metropolitan and regional New South Wales. It's designed to ...
In May, more than 130 people packed the theatrette of NSW Parliament House, as well as 195 tuning in online, for a special Parliament Unpacked event featuring a talk by Australia’s most ...
We recently asked Tina, the Usher of the Black Rod, five questions about her work at the Parliament of NSW. What is the role of the Usher of the Black Rod? The Usher of the Black...
On Tuesday 19 May, three of our Parliamentary Educators set off with a car boot full of props and costumes, including a replica Mace and Black Rod, for a three-day adventure in primary ...
Ever wondered what it means to be represented in a democracy? Or how the voices of communities across New South Wales find their way into Parliament? Parliament Unpacked: Belonging & ...
The annual Festival of Democracy is coming up in the Autumn school holidays! Dive into the spirit of democracy at the Festival of Democracy 2026! Kids aged 5-12 can enjoy a full day of ...
New South Wales is a representative democracy, in which the people entrust the task of government to elected representatives in the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council. These ...
What are the qualities that make an effective elected representative? How do members of parliament represent their diverse communities and how do they get results for their constituents? What are ...
Parliament of New South Wales - A Table, Two Swords and a Bear Pit – Parliament Fun Fact
