What was the government type in Australia during WW1?
Having said that, however, Australia was led by its own Prime Minister in World War 1. As an example, Australia was caught up in a heated debate about conscription, as PM Billy Hughes sought to introduce conscription, following a trip to England. A referendum was held, and defeated, and Hughes’ support of compulsory military service led to his expulsion from the Labor Party. Australia was not obliged to follow England’s wish in this regard.
