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A man looks at framed cartoons in a political cartooning exhibition at Old Parliament House.

Two kids look at a wall of political cartoons in Old Parliament House.

Behind the Lines 2025

Our annual exhibition of political cartooning.

Cars gathered near Old Parliament House on the opening day, 9 May 1927

Centenary Appeal

Help us restore our historic kitchen for the centenary of Old Parliament House.

The front of a building with signage that reads 'Vote here', 'District #5' and 'District #12'. One person enters the building, whilst two others gather around a box that reads 'Official election ballot drop box'.

Australia vs America – midterm elections and their influence

What makes Australia's elections unique?

Prime Minister Bob Hawke arriving at Parliament House being swarmed by the media, all pointing cameras in his face.

Graeme 'Bluey' Thomson photographic collection

Press Gallery photographer Graeme 'Bluey' Thomson's life's work in photographs.

Stop 13

Dorothy Tangney and Enid Lyons walk together through the front door of Old Parliament House, smiling.

Women in parliament: a global perspective on Australia's lazy lateness

How women fought for a place in Australian politics.

A handpainted sign that reads 'When leaving please close windows'

Lost, found and left behind

Discover some of the items that have been unexpectedly discovered in the museum.

A collection of handmade breastplates, decorated with words and colours that reflect modern topics, styles and ideas.

Indigenous women artists: Leah King-Smith and Andrea Fisher

A spotlight on the work of two Indigenous artists.

The Senate Government Lobby hallway, with large framed paintings leaning against the wall in preparation for packing and relocation.

Moving house

What was involved with the move to the permanent Parliament House?

MP John Brumby (left) and Prime Minister Bob Hawke (centre) join colleagues in the Senate Committee Room for a beer and a laugh.

Prime Minister Bob Hawke stands and cuts a square cake, surrounded by a group of men all smiling.

We’re gonna party like it’s 1988!

How the move to Australian Parliament House was celebrated.

Fresh prawns sat on ice

Don’t come the raw prawn with me

How the 'Gair Affair' unfolded.

A combined computer, keyboard and telephone handset with a black monitor screen.

Hanging on the Computerphone

The intriguing story of a 1980s technological marvel.