The Courier (Ballarat)
The Courier (Ballarat) has been published since 1867, reflecting the city, highlighting its issues and telling its stories, its tragedies and triumphs.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
The Courier (Ballarat) has been published since 1867, reflecting the city, highlighting its issues and telling its stories, its tragedies and triumphs.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
What is a referendum? Why should you care? We’ve broken down everything you need to know, from A to Z.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
Explore political cartoons in Behind the Lines exhibitions online.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
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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