On 21st May our year 6 classes travelled to Canberra. When we first got there we went to the War Memorial. While we were there we got to learn more about Australia's contribution to World War 1 and 2. We also got to see some things that were used in the wars, like a  boat that was from the Gallipoli Campaign in World War 1. It was really interesting to see the actual boats and aeroplanes that were used in the war.

After the war memorial we went to Parliament House because we were learning about how the Australian Parliament works. While we were there we saw and learnt some new things that we found interesting and surprising. One of the favourite things that we saw was question time in the House of Representatives. We were very lucky as we got to see the Prime Minister in person answering lots of questions. Question time was really interesting to see in real life, and a little bit funny, because at times they were arguing like little kids.

Another one of our favourite parts of  Canberra was when we did a roleplay of what the government does in the House of Representatives. We all sat where either the opposition sits or where the government sits. Some people were given jobs, like being the Speaker and the Prime Minister, and were given cards that would instruct us what to do. It was really fun to act like the people in the House Of Representatives because it gave us a chance to see what it is like to be them.

We are very lucky as the Federal Government gives a PACER Grant ** that supplemented the cost of part of our day. Overall it was an amazing day.

Written by Piper W and Meg D