Australia's Founding Documents

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Reflect on the journey of the first woman Australian senator.

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Explores how our democracy came about.

Why Canberra? }

Browse all cartoonists featured in Behind the Lines.

See the hidden safe at Old Parliament House and hear a story about someone who once got stuck in there.

See original documents that shaped Australia and our democracy.

How honeybees work collectively

Susan Ryan became part of the political system so that she could help make a fairer world for women.