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The start of the election process explained.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
Everything you need to know about the 1975 dismissal.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
Hear audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines exhibitions.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
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