New Matilda
New Matilda is an independent Australian media outlet. The site has been covering politics, Aboriginal affairs, environment and media since 2004.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
New Matilda is an independent Australian media outlet. The site has been covering politics, Aboriginal affairs, environment and media since 2004.
Australians were asked to vote on whether men in National Service could be deployed to fight in World War One.
Hear audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines exhibitions.
We love talking to new venues about hosting our Behind the Lines political cartoon exhibition.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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