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What is Local Government?

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What is Local Government?

Learn about the fundamentals local government

In this four-part series, join a local government councillor, Ethan, on an adventure to discover the fundamentals of Local Government in South Australia!

In the first episode, you’ll learn about the three levels of government in Australia, how local government came about in South Australia, who is involved in local government and its importance to local communities.

What is Local Government?

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Learn about the fundamentals of local government

View more videos in this four-part series about the fundamentals of Local Government in South Australia!

How Do You Vote in Local Government?

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How Can Young People Get Involved in Local Government? 

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This video is part of a series of teaching resources focused on learning about local government and active citizenship, developed by the History Trust of South Australia in collaboration with the Local Government Association of South Australia. Follow the link below to find out more:

Local Government Teaching and Learning unit

This project has been supported by the Local Government Research and Development Scheme administered by the Local Government Association of SA.
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Welcome to the Local Government Unit

The local government unit is is a series of teaching resources developed by the History Trust of South Australia in collaboration with the Local Government Association of South Australia. It provides all the resources you need to explore local government with your class, including videos, posters, worksheets, editable templates and more. Work through the lesson plans, videos and/or fact sheets with your students to allow them to explore the history, role and unique responsibilities of local government.
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Making Your Voices Heard: Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit

Lesson six in the Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit. In this lesson, students will take time to reflect on their learning before getting active in their local community. You can finish the unit at the close of this lesson, completing the work assessment with the provided rubrics and providing feedback. However, if you choose, you could apply some of the suggested next steps to carry on active citizenship in your classroom.
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The Council Meeting: Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit

Lesson five in the Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit. In this lesson, students will take part in a mock council meeting. Each student will have an opportunity to contribute in some way: the mayor will run the meeting, the governance officer will record the minutes, the community members will give deputations, the councillors will discuss and vote on the agenda issues, and the staff will contribute their documented findings.
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Preparing for the Meeting: Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit

Lesson 4 in the Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit. In this lesson, students will prepare for the upcoming council meeting. The mayor, councillors, community members and staff all have roles to play that reflect the real work of local government in a way that is adapted to suit the classroom setting.
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Nominations and Self-reflection: Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit

Lesson 2 of Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit. In this lesson, students will learn more about the function of local government. They will nominate the area of local government they are interested in getting involved in and then reflect on the initiatives, issues or ideas they are passionate about.
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Putting Local Government in Context: Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit

Lesson one of the Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit. In this lesson, students will start by learning about the three levels of government. They will then dive deeper into the history and function of local government and the different roles within it.
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The Election: Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit

Lesson 3 of the Local Government Teaching and Learning Unit. In this lesson, students will take part in a vote to elect their council members. Returning officers will facilitate and tally the votes and, once complete, the students will meet their elected members.
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