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Dismissed Tour

The story of an extraordinary political moment and how it unfolded.

Location

King's Hall

When

Daily at 11am from 1 October

Duration

45 minutes

Cost

Free

After 50 years, the dismissal of the Whitlam Labor government on 11 November 1975 remains a distinctive event in Australia's political history. Join us as we take you through the events leading up to one of the most historic days at Old Parliament House.  

Additional tours will be offered on 11 November.

Plan your visit

Some areas of the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers are inaccessible to wheelchairs but a wheelchair viewing platform is located in each Chamber.
This tour may end at the Front Steps; access is available to the base of the steps via the accessible entry/exit. Your guide will be able to provide directions if needed.

There is seating in the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers.