AustraliaGovernment and the law 55 · Government and the law
Which of these is usually done by the local council?
- aRunning the public school system
- bCollecting household rubbishCorrect answer
- cMaking agreements with other countries
- dIssuing Australian passports
Why?
Rubbish collection is a typical local service, together with things like parks, libraries and local roads. Passports and agreements with other countries are federal matters, and public schools are run by the states and territories.
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