MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions and rooms will be closed from September 2025 for essential building works. Learn more
Learn about the first woman finance minister in Australia.
How the front doors of Old Parliament House were rescued and restored after fire damage.
Listen to historic moments from the chambers.
Personal writing from PM Alfred Deakin.
These small but mighty earrings were created for Cathy McGowan's campaign for the Indi electorate.
How to submit a procurement complaint.
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