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    Latest articles

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    Tue 10 Dec 2019
    Jennifer Forest

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    Thu 28 Nov 2019
    Andrew Callow

    Notes from a News Champion

    In October 2019, 21 young people aged 11 to 16 years gathered at our Museum for a ‘News Champions Forum’ on media literacy. Participants discussed the news, its role in our democracy and how young people are represented in Australian news media. 
    Here, News Champion Andrew Callow shares his thoughts on the event… 

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    Tue 19 Nov 2019

    St Clare’s College students reflect – learning about suffrage through MoAD collection objects

    On September 23 ten students from the Year 9 and 10 Civics and Citizenship classes visited MoAD (Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House). The purpose of the visit was to participate in a private viewing of MoAD’s collection exploring women's rights and women’s involvement in Parliament.

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    Mon 7 Oct 2019

    Prepping for a takeover: Girls Takeover Parliament at MoAD

    In September 2019, we welcomed the young leaders of Girls Takeover Parliament for some ‘democracy 101’ workshops to prep them for their trip up the hill on 14 October.  Here, participants Kate, Lauren, Rebecca and Adeline reflect on the experience.

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    Thu 12 Sep 2019
    (Waskam) Emelda Davis

    'A catalyst for positive healing': Reflections on the Yumi Olgeta workshop

    (Waskam) Emelda Davis is the President of Australian South Sea Islanders - Port Jackson, a community advocate, and a descendant of the Australian blackbirding trade. In August 2019, she spoke at Yumi Olgeta, an inclusive craftivism workshop and conversation event.  Here, she reflects on what the Yumi Olgeta event meant to her...  

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    Thu 5 Sep 2019
    Campbell Rhodes

    Tim Fischer: an old friend

    Tim Fischer was a friend of ours. He served as a Member of Parliament in our building, and in his post-retirement years he continued to associate with the Museum as a visitor, donor, speaker and advocate for our values and history. 

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    Fri 16 Aug 2019

    The Canberra Writers Festival at MoAD: Q & A with Edwina Jans

    Next weekend, we’ll be hosting several events as part of the Canberra Writers Festival, running from 21-25 August.  MoAD's Edwina Jans will be moderating a discussion with authors Troy Bramston and Patrick Mullins. We spoke with her about the art of politics, the Canberra Writers Festival at MoAD, and the questions she’s most looking forward to asking…  

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    Fri 16 Aug 2019
    Helen Fraser

    'You and me together': Yumi Olgeta craftivism workshop

    'Our aim is to provide a safe space for conversation, reflection, truth-telling, celebration and connection to take place'. Craftivist Helen Fraser spoke with us about the Yumi Olgeta craftivism workshop at MoAD.

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    Fri 16 Aug 2019
    Helen Fraser

    The democratic power of craftivism

    Melbourne-based textile artist and participant in the #UDHRquilt Project, Helen Fraser, discusses craftivism, the impact it's had on her life, and how to become a craftivist.

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    Fri 19 Jul 2019
    Nicole O'Dowd

    Making a Mystery: Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing

    Have you ever wondered what goes into bringing one of our mystery tours to life? Or what it takes to prep objects for display in unusual spaces? Our Heritage and Collections Officer Nicole takes you behind the scenes and inside the control centre of our One Small Step Mystery Tour in celebration the Moon landing anniversary.   

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    Tue 4 Jun 2019
    Dr. Stephen Mills

    Reflections of Bob Hawke in Old Parliament House

    '...the Old Parliament House seemed tailor-made for Hawke’s democratic style.'

    Dr. Stephen Mills, former speechwriter for Prime Minister Bob Hawke (1986-91), reflects on his time working with Hawke here in Old Parliament House.

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    Sat 1 Jun 2019
    Camille Serisier

    Could a post-Brexit Britain learn something from compulsory voting in Australia?

    In June of 2016, Britain voted to leave the European Union (EU). Since then, little progress has been made in terms of how, when or even if that should happen. As an Australian observer I find this curious. The country voted to leave. Why has this not been enacted?

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    Sun 19 May 2019
    Campbell Rhodes

    Five famous Australian cross-party friendships

    Throughout history, plenty of rival politicians have been great personal friends, despite spending their careers trying to defeat one another. 
    Our researcher Campbell examines five famous cross-party friendships in Australian political history. 

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    Fri 17 May 2019
    Campbell Rhodes

    How to vote

    Here’s a handy Q and A about how to vote, where to vote, how to make sure your vote counts, and what you can expect on election day 2019. 

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    Wed 15 May 2019

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    The 2019 election blog you didn't know you needed...

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    Sun 12 May 2019
    Campbell Rhodes

    Why do we have elections anyway?

    We're in election mode again, with the country set to go to the polls very soon. But why? Is it just a boring chore, or is it more important to rock up and cast your vote? Researcher and democracy nerd Campbell has some history for you...

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    Thu 9 May 2019
    Madalyn Grant

    Ten years of the Museum of Australian Democracy

    On 9 May 2019, the Museum of Australian Democracy turned ten!  Our intern Madalyn Grant looks back on ten years of MoAD celebrating the history and future of democracy...

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    Mon 25 Mar 2019
    Jessica Curtain

    The Last Moments collection: a treasure trove of stories

    How does a set of old photos hold the power to transform a visitor’s experience of our building?

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    Wed 20 Mar 2019
    Campbell Rhodes

    Shelling truth to power: Five famous eggings from history

    After Senator Fraser Anning was ‘egged’ at a press conference, the concept of egging  politicians is making headlines. But it didn’t start with Egg Boy. Here are five famous eggings from AusPol history.

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    Thu 14 Mar 2019
    Eloise Struthers

    'I'm ready to start making change!' A student's perspective on taking action

    'Although I was and always have been very passionate about climate change, I had never really been that involved in anything....After that day, I knew I had to start doing more...'

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    Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House

    18 King George Terrace, Parkes, ACT 2600, Australia

    PO Box 3934
    Manuka ACT 2603

    Open daily 9am—5pm

    ABN: 30 620 774 963

    Telephone: 02 6270 8222

    Enquiries:
    info@moadoph.gov.au

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    Please note: video surveillance is used 24 hours a day around and throughout the building and may be used for research purposes

    If the museum is closed due to an emergency, call for new opening times: 1800 716 066

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