The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act

The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act, enacted in 1900, is the foundational legal document that established Australia’s federal government. It created a constitutional framework defining the powers of the national Parliament, the states, and the rights of citizens. It outlines the structure and functions of the Parliament, the roles of the Governor-General and Prime Minister, and sets the rules for amendments. The Act effectively united the former separate British colonies into a single nation, Australia, with a system of government rooted in democratic principles, while still recognizing the sovereignty of the British Crown.