NAIDOC week
Explore a range of exciting activity ideas to celebrate NAIDOC week.
This matrix has activities, recipes and our list of favourite First Nations picture books.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions and rooms are closed for essential building works. Learn more
This matrix has activities, recipes and our list of favourite First Nations picture books.
Learn what the Constitution is, what a referendum is and the issues Australians have voted on in the past.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
A gift from Ben Chifley to his driver.
Do you have questions or feedback for us?
Students share their opinions on media and the news.
Hear stories about Ben Chifley's time in office and visit the rooms he worked in.
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