One Big Happy Family
Mary Leunig, One Big Happy Family, 1992
Mary Leunig, One Big Happy Family, 1992
For the first time in Australian history, a governor-general dismissed a prime minister and government.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
We love talking to new venues about hosting our Behind the Lines political cartoon exhibition.
In the 1951 referendum, Australia voted no on banning Communist ideology by the barest of margins.
The start of the election process explained.
Your guide to the voting method we use in Australia.
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