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The Advertiser has been published in Adelaide since 1858, originally named the The South Australian Advertiser.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
The start of the election process explained.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
In 1999 Australia voted no to replacing the Queen as our head of state with a president.
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
Browse all cartoonists featured in Behind the Lines.
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