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In 1999 Australia voted no to replacing the Queen as our head of state with a president.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
Everything you need to know about the 1975 dismissal.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
Everything you need to know about the 1975 double dissolution election.
How the head of the government can lose their position.
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