Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House

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Dr Brendan Nelson, wearing a suit and spotted tie, holding a 'Winfield' cigarette box in one hand and a 'Ratsak' box in the other.

A doctor in the house? Five doctors who served in the Commonwealth Parliament

Politicians who could call themselves 'doctor'.

Photograph of Richard Nixon next to a photograph of Malcolm Turnbull, each addressing an audience in front of microphones.

Leadership spills plague Australian politics, but what does our system protect us from?

Learn how changes in Australian political leadership compare internationally.

The front of a building with signage that reads 'Vote here', 'District #5' and 'District #12'. One person enters the building, whilst two others gather around a box that reads 'Official election ballot drop box'.

Australia vs America – midterm elections and their influence

What makes Australia's elections unique?

Dorothy Tangney and Enid Lyons walk together through the front door of Old Parliament House, smiling.

Women in parliament: a global perspective on Australia's lazy lateness

How women fought for a place in Australian politics.

A handpainted sign that reads 'When leaving please close windows'

Lost, found and left behind

Discover some of the items that have been unexpectedly discovered in the museum.

A collection of handmade breastplates, decorated with words and colours that reflect modern topics, styles and ideas.

Indigenous women artists: Leah King-Smith and Andrea Fisher

A spotlight on the work of two Indigenous artists.

The Senate Government Lobby hallway, with large framed paintings leaning against the wall in preparation for packing and relocation.

Moving house

What was involved with the move to the permanent Parliament House?

MP John Brumby (left) and Prime Minister Bob Hawke (centre) join colleagues in the Senate Committee Room for a beer and a laugh.

Prime Minister Bob Hawke stands and cuts a square cake, surrounded by a group of men all smiling.

We’re gonna party like it’s 1988!

How the move to Australian Parliament House was celebrated.

Fresh prawns sat on ice

Don’t come the raw prawn with me

How the 'Gair Affair' unfolded.

A combined computer, keyboard and telephone handset with a black monitor screen.

Hanging on the Computerphone

The intriguing story of a 1980s technological marvel.

Map section of New South Wales showing the borders of its federal seats.

What is a redistribution?

Why the Australian Electoral Commission has to reassess electorate boundaries.

A woman, Justice Roma Mitchell sits at a desk covered in papers, in front of a bookshelf filled with bound volumes.

What does a state governor do?

A closer look at the role of State Governors in Australia.