A practical guide to matters of protocol and procedure in Australia - Parliament - Electoral System - Law - Citzenship, immigration and customs - Births, deaths and marriages - Government services - Education - Diplomatic service - The Australian Defence Force - Australian flags and anthems - National and state symbols - Public holidays and national days - Honours, awards and medals - Coats of arms, heraldry and genealogy - Vice-royalty and royalty - Civic life and functions - Foreign trade and social relations - Religious observance.