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Simon Letch
As scanning QR codes becomes second nature, Simon Letch has found a new way to create a political cartoon, signature and all. Scan the codes with your phone to see Letch’s ‘hidden’ messages.
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As scanning QR codes becomes second nature, Simon Letch has found a new way to create a political cartoon, signature and all. Scan the codes with your phone to see Letch’s ‘hidden’ messages.
Your guide to the voting method we use in Australia.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
Our collection captures the ideas, movements, people and events of Australian democracy.
We love talking to new venues about hosting our Behind the Lines political cartoon exhibition.
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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