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MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions will be closed from 14 July to early September 2025 for essential building works. Learn more
The Australia Institute is one of the country’s most influential public policy think tanks.
What is a referendum? Why should you care? We’ve broken down everything you need to know, from A to Z.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
In the 1951 referendum, Australia voted no on banning Communist ideology by the barest of margins.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
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