What is the role of the opposition leader in Australia?

The Leader of the Opposition takes the lead in asking opposition questions during Question Time, and during proceedings such as censure motions which criticise the actions of the government or a Minister.

Who is the current leader of the Australian Liberal Party?

Incumbent. Scott Morrison The Leader of the Liberal Party is the highest office within the Liberal Party of Australia and the Liberal–National Coalition. The position is currently, and has been since 24 August 2018, held by Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who represents the Division of Cook in New South Wales.

Who was the leader of opposition in 1991?

Leaders of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha

Who are the opposition leaders in South Australia?

List of Leaders of the Opposition in South Australia No Leader Party Period in office 40 Martin Hamilton-Smith Liberal 2007–2009 41 Isobel Redmond Liberal 2009–2013 42 Steven Marshall Liberal 2013–2018 43 Peter Malinauskas Labor 2018–present

Who is the leader of the Australian Government?

The Prime Minister is the leader of the Australian Government. Leader of the Opposition The Hon Anthony Albanese MP Mr Albanese is also the leader of the Australian Labor Party.

Who is the leader of the opposition in Parliament?

The Leader of the Opposition is a member of parliament who leads the largest party, or coalition of parties, that is not in government.

What does the term opposition mean in Australia?

The Commonwealth of Australia is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system and is based on the Westminster model. The term Opposition has a specific meaning in the parliamentary sense.