Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP, is encouraging local schools to contact his office if they would like an in-person presentation on Australia’s system of government.

Dr Reid recently met with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, The Hon. Milton Dick MP, who presented him with a replica Mace to take to local schools and discuss its purpose in Australia’s Parliament.

As part of the Stage 3 curriculum in NSW, students learn about Australia’s three levels of government as well as participate in an excursion to Canberra. For many students this also includes visits to some of Australia’s peak institutions including Questacon, The Mint, the High Court, and the Australian War Memorial, amongst others.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP:

“I love attending local schools in my electorate and explaining to students and teachers the role I play in Australia’s federal government.

“I know that for many students these visits can really inspire them to be our next generation of leaders.

“I can still remember back to when I was in primary school learning about the three levels of government and how Australia is run.

“Fast forward to today and we can see how much that learning has had an impact on my trajectory.

“To be able to use my position to support our next leaders positively is a huge honour that I do not take for granted.

“I look forward to visiting local schools in the area and having impactful discussions about Australia’s government.” Dr Reid said.

To organise a visit by Dr Reid to your school contact (02) 4322 2400 or email [email protected]

Dr Reid can also supply schools with Australia’s national flags, pocket constitutions, and other Parliamentary Education Office learning materials.

For more information, visit the Parliamentary Education Office here: https://peo.gov.au/

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