Notes

New Zealand's system of government -- What kind of electoral system do we have? -- Who's who? -- Leader wanted -- How does our government work? -- What is the constitution? -- Parliament HQ -- Traditions in Parliament -- Parliament in session -- Select committees, advisors, lobbyists and consultants -- Political parties -- Voting at the elections -- Representing everyone -- How laws are made -- the judiciary -- Law enforcers -- The economy -- The watchdogs -- Local government -- Citizenship and human rights Introduces New Zealand's three-pronged system of government, parliament and the judiciary, and explains the role of the governor-general, prime minister, cabinet and MPs, judges and the police force