Australia's Federation
Explore how Australia became a federation.
Using historical sources such as newspaper stories, cartoons, speeches and biographies, this resource helps students explore how Australia became a federation.
Explore:
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the way of life in each colony before Federation
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the political issues debated by colonial parliaments in deciding whether to join
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how Federation was celebrated in 1901 and its continuing importance today.
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