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Member Of Parliament

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Employed

840

Part-time share

3.7%

Female share

38.9%

Median age

50 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Member Of Parliament is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

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About this career

Represents the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member to national, state or territory parliament.

What they typically do

  • Represents constituents in parliament
  • Attends and participates in parliamentary sessions
  • Votes on legislation and policies
  • Researches and analyses issues
  • Meets with constituents
  • Advocates for constituents in committees
  • Collaborates with other members on legislation
  • Represents political party or coalition
  • Engages in public communication
  • Stays informed on current events

Where they work

Public Administration and Safety

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
23.2%
VIC
22.2%
QLD
16.3%
WA
13.7%
SA
11.1%
TAS
6.3%
ACT
4.6%
NT
3.4%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Member Of Parliament.

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