In 1901 Australia Became a federated Nation and the structure of

government was one of constitutional monarchy, with the queen as head of

The Definition of Republic and Monarchy and will briefly outline each

What changes could be made to the constitution for a republic and

some examples of the powers the head of state would hold.

The major arguments for and against the republic.

Since 1901 There has been a movement towards Australia becoming a

In the "macquarie" dictionary a republic refers to a state in which

"the supreme power resides in the body of citizens entitled to vote and

is excercised by representatives chosen directly or indirectly by them".

In reality a republic is a system of government without a monarch(a

person that holds power by birthright).

In a Monarchy ,the head of state is a hereditary monarch who symbolises

the nation and has all constitutional and democratic authority.

Many believe this is no longer appropriate for Australia. For example

the head of state should be attained on merit not birthright and should

be an Australian citizen ,who lives in Australia and knows wha

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