Role and history of the Legislative Assembly

A photograph of the green leather benches in the NSW Legislative Assembly taken from above, showing their curved shape.

The New South Wales Parliament has two Houses: the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council.The party, or coalition of parties, that hold the majority in the Legislative Assembly is commissioned by the Governor to form Government.

Learn about the role of members of the Legislative Assembly
A photograph of the NSW Legislative Assembly interior.

Role of the Legislative Assembly

Learn about the role of Legislative Assembly - the House where the NSW Government is formed and the Premier sits.

A historical image of the Legislative Assembly chamber from 1892.

History of the Legislative Assembly

Learn about the history of the NSW Legislative Assembly and democracy in NSW.

A photograph of the green leather benches in the NSW Legislative Assembly taken from above, showing their curved shape.

The Chamber

Explore the Chamber of the Legislative Assembly, including its heritage and history, layout, and parliamentary traditions.

Educational resources

Parliament House from Macquarie Street taken between 1st December 1870 and 31st December 1870.

History of democracy in NSW

Read about the development of democracy in NSW from 1850 to today.
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Art and artefacts

Read articles about Parliamentary history for students and teachers.

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