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Can a small group change a local council decision? When Julie learns her community library may close, she joins other residents in a campaign to save it. Her story explores how you can take part in Australian democracy by signing petitions, attending community meetings, contacting councillors and voting. How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that uses real stories and clear explanations to help you understand how government work in Australia, how laws are made and changed, and how you can have a say. Listen to the series and find shorter versions in 60 languages on the How Australia Works main page.

How do laws change in Australia? Through Rodney Croome’s campaigns for human rights and marriage equality, learn how personal stories, community action, courts and parliament can help change the law, and why the process can take time. How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that uses real stories and clear explanations to help you understand how government work in Australia, how laws are made and changed, and how you can have a say. Listen to the series and find shorter versions in 60 languages on the How Australia Works main page.

How are laws made in Australia? Through Wurundjeri Elder Uncle Dave Wandin’s story of the Birrarung, also known as the Yarra River, learn how an idea becomes a bill, passes through Victoria’s parliament and receives royal assent, the formal approval that makes it law. How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that uses real stories and clear explanations to help you understand how government work in Australia, how laws are made and changed, and how you can have a say. Listen to the series and find shorter versions in 60 languages on the How Australia Works main page.

After receiving a fine for not wearing his motorbike helmet correctly, Hugo decides to have the matter heard in court. His story explains how Parliament, government and the courts have different roles, and how some official decisions can be questioned. How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that uses real stories and clear explanations to help you understand how government work in Australia, how laws are made and changed, and how you can have a say. Listen to the series and find shorter versions in 60 languages on the How Australia Works main page.

Do you know who can help you with a business permit, a rental problem or family support? Through the stories of Fedele, Carol and Abeer, learn how Australia’s three levels of government work. Find out what local, state or territory, and federal governments are responsible for and where to turn for help. How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that uses real stories and clear explanations to help you understand how government work in Australia, how laws are made and changed, and how you can have a say. Listen to the series and find shorter versions in 60 languages on the How Australia Works main page.

How do Australia’s governments, laws and public services affect your everyday life? Through real stories, this introduction to the series shows you where to start when you need information and support, and how to question a decision. How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that uses real stories and clear explanations to help you understand how government work in Australia, how laws are made and changed, and how you can have a say. Listen to the series and find shorter versions in 60 languages on the How Australia Works main page.

Regular breast screening can help find breast cancer early, before you notice any signs or symptoms. Screening is free for eligible women or people at risk of breast cancer. It takes about 20 minutes, once every two years, and it’s an effective way to take charge of our health. Let’s take a closer look at why a breast screen is nothing to be anxious about.

National parks, nature reserves, marine sanctuaries and Indigenous Protected Areas protect different environments and operate under different rules. What makes an Indigenous Protected Area different, and how can you find out whether you are welcome to visit?

Australia is a vast and diverse country to explore, but driving in rural and remote areas can involve conditions you may not encounter in cities. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare can help you travel more safely and confidently.

About one in five Australian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Understanding the prostate, your risk and the options for testing can help with early detection and treatment. In this episode of Australia Explained, learn about prostate cancer, PSA testing, treatment and support.

Supporting your child’s connection with the world’s oldest continuing living culture is one of the greatest gifts you can offer them while raising them in Australia. But if you’re new to the country, you may be unsure where to begin. Here are some starting points and ideas to help you and your child learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and history.

If you're first-time parents in Australia, choosing where and how to give birth can feel overwhelming. Whether you go through the public or private health system, it is important to understand your options and know where to reach out for advice to make the right decision for you and your baby.

Walking through an Australian suburb, you might spot everything from curry leaves and lemons to tomatoes and herbs growing in front gardens or on verges. But is it legal to pick it? This guide explains when it's legal to pick produce, why permission matters, and how community gardens offer another way to grow your own food.

Police officers have a range of operational powers they can exercise under legislation, including to ask questions, give ‘move on’ directions and conduct searches. Here’s what you need to know about your basic rights and obligations in a police interaction.

The Garma Festival is Australia’s largest Indigenous cultural gathering where thousands of people travel to a remote town in Nhulunbuy on northeast Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. Here's what happens at Garma and who can attend.