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The Gurindji strike and its legacy explained.
What is a referendum? Why should you care? We’ve broken down everything you need to know, from A to Z.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
Is the dismissal of an elected government an event that could happen in countries other than Australia?
Everything you need to know about the 1975 double dissolution election.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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