The Monthly
The Monthly is published 11 times a year to represent an independent voice in Australian media on national politics, society and culture.
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The Monthly is published 11 times a year to represent an independent voice in Australian media on national politics, society and culture.
Your guide to how often voters go to the polls.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
For the first time in Australian history, a governor-general dismissed a prime minister and government.
Explore political cartoons in Behind the Lines exhibitions online.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
Your guide to misinformation and democracy.
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