In 1999 Australia voted no to replacing the Queen as our head of state with a president.
Is the dismissal of an elected government an event that could happen in countries other than Australia?
For the first time in Australian history, a governor-general dismissed a prime minister and government.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
Tactics to help you navigate false information.
Common terms explained.
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