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Build the Parliament

Cut out seven illustrated cards and construct a representation infographic.

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2 student page(s). Colour edition and answers are available separately below.

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What children do

Cut out seven illustrated cards and construct a representation infographic.

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Age and preparation

Years 4–6 / ages 9–12. Allow around 25 minutes. A4 paper, pencils and scissors; optional glue. Print at actual size.

Use the activity

Read the short instructions together. Model one example, then let children work alone or with a partner. Keep answers separate until they are ready to check.

Accept spoken answers, pointing or a partner scribe when writing is a barrier. For a challenge, ask learners to explain the clue behind an answer. Colour never determines a factual answer.

Scope and accuracy

Diagrams are simplified original illustrations, not floor plans or official materials. Representatives and residents are fictional; no current politicians or party branding appear.

Factual sources

Reviewed on 2 October 2026 against official Australian sources. Original wording and illustrations are used; official artwork and ballot designs are not reproduced.

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