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10 fast facts about Australian democracy

An introduction to democracy and why it matters.  

Hook students into exploring some of the interesting facts about Australian democracy with this video.

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Inquiry booklet

Help students undertake an inquiry project.

Inquiry booklet
What is a referendum and how do they work?

What is a referendum and how do they work?

Learn about referendums and how they work.

What is a referendum and how do they work?

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