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These activity ideas support caring for the local environment, decision making and being you.
The way parties choose their leaders is a critical part of the parliamentary system, with basic principles.
How Australia compares to the USA during transitions of power.
The role of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
We use our imagination and creativity to invent something that might help someone.
Educators reflect on how they've empowered students to become leaders.
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