Visit Canberra and watch Parliament

See the House of Representatives and Senate proceedings from the public galleries. 

You can find information about the daily program and live minutes of what is being discussed in the Chambers on the ParlWork website.

Watch Question Time

Question Time is when Parliament scrutinises the work of the government. It usually starts at 2 pm on sitting days and is popular with visitors. 

House of Representatives Question Time

House of Representatives Question Time tickets can be booked:

• • online, or
• • by ringing (02) 6277 4889 (during office hours), or
• • by emailing serjeantatarms.reps@aph.gov.au

Bookings close at 12.15 pm on the day required. Please advise of any special requirements at the time of booking.

Tickets can be collected between 12.45 pm and 1.30 pm from the Cloak Room on the first floor near the House of Representatives Chamber.

Visitors must be seated by 2.00 pm to guarantee their seat. After this time, empty seats will be given to walk-in visitors.

Senate Question Time

Tickets do not need to be booked for Senate Question Time.

Watch parliamentary committees 

Committees thoroughly examine current issues and legislation to report on their findings. Feel free to watch any public committee hearings that are underway while you’re here. 

More information about committees

Can't make it to Canberra?

If you can’t get to Canberra you can still watch Parliament live via YouTube. The official Parliament streaming service gives Australians the opportunity to watch proceedings in the House of Representatives, and the Senate, as well as Committees and special events.