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Our collection captures the ideas, movements, people and events of Australian democracy.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
The start of the election process explained.
Your guide to how often voters go to the polls.
Is the dismissal of an elected government an event that could happen in countries other than Australia?
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
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