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Stories and reflections from the day of the 1975 dismissal.
The start of the election process explained.
Browse all cartoonists featured in Behind the Lines.
Everything you need to know about the 1975 double dissolution election.
We love talking to new venues about hosting our Behind the Lines political cartoon exhibition.
Hear audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines exhibitions.
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