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In 1999 Australia voted no to replacing the Queen as our head of state with a president.
For the first time in Australian history, a governor-general dismissed a prime minister and government.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
Your guide to the voting method we use in Australia.
We love talking to new venues about hosting our Behind the Lines political cartoon exhibition.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
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