Independent Australia
Independent Australia is a journal focusing on politics, democracy, the environment, Australian history and Australian identity.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions and rooms will be closed from September 2025 for essential building works. Learn more
Independent Australia is a journal focusing on politics, democracy, the environment, Australian history and Australian identity.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
False information from ancient times to the present.
The Gurindji strike and its legacy explained.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
Your guide to the voting method we use in Australia.
Your guide to how often voters go to the polls.
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