The Australian Constitution
An illustrated guide to The Australian Constitution by cartoonist David Conley.
Help students gain an understanding of how a bill becomes a law and how a referendum can change the Constitution with this graphic story.

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Help students gain an understanding of how a bill becomes a law and how a referendum can change the Constitution with this graphic story.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
A look at the prime ministership of William McMahon.
Learn about how we can look after fish sustainably.
Learn about referendums and how they work.
The fascinating story of Donald Grant.
Scouring records to determine the eye colour of Australia's former Prime Ministers
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