The ‘History of Parliament’ animation is a visual resource to support teachers, educators and history enthusiasts about the history of the Parliament of NSW.  

This video is perfect for school children in Years 5-6 studying the Development of Democracy or the Establishment of NSW (From Colony to Democracy) and can be used in lessons to support Year 9 and 10 History students and Year 11 Legal Studies students. 

What you’ll learn:  

• How the Rum Hospital evolved into the New South Wales Parliament 

• How the Legislative Council came to occupy and use the Rum Hospital for governance 

• The changes that introduced elections, progressing toward self-governance and responsible government in New South Wales 

• Parliamentary developments such as the establishment of a bicameral parliament, voting rights, women’s suffrage and more 

Explore the full video and syllabus links here.