Senators
Each state of the Australian federation, regardless of its population, has an equal number of senators. Twelve senators represent each state, and the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory are represented by two senators each.
Work of the Senate
The following resources help you keep track of proceedings
For information about past sittings of the Senate
Committees
Follow the work of Senate and Joint Committees
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Further Resources
General information on the Senate including its composition, role and origins.
Publications, guides and other resources on the powers, practice and procedures of the Senate.
Lectures, seminars, exhibitions, conferences and other events to promote understanding of the Senate and the Parliament.
Statistics on the Senate, historical resources and background information on the Senate, the Parliament and public administration.
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Photos of committee activities and the Senate Chamber provided courtesy of AUSPIC.