Melbourne-based John Spooner began cartooning in the early 1970s and his works have appeared in many Australian and international publications, including The Age from 1977 to 2016. His cartoons now appear regularly in The Australian. Spooner has won many awards, including four Walkley Awards and six Stanley Awards, including a Gold Stanley in 1986.
Australians were asked to pick a song for the national anthem in 1977.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
Australians were asked to vote on whether men in National Service could be deployed to fight in World War One.
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