Independent Australia
Independent Australia is a journal focusing on politics, democracy, the environment, Australian history and Australian identity.
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Independent Australia is a journal focusing on politics, democracy, the environment, Australian history and Australian identity.
What is a referendum? Why should you care? We’ve broken down everything you need to know, from A to Z.
Tactics to help you navigate false information.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
False information from ancient times to the present.
The powers and duties of the governor-general explained.
Australians were asked to pick a song for the national anthem in 1977.
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