Koori Mail
The Koori Mail is an Australian newspaper written and owned by Indigenous Australians since 1991. It is published fortnightly in printed form and electronic copies are available.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
The Koori Mail is an Australian newspaper written and owned by Indigenous Australians since 1991. It is published fortnightly in printed form and electronic copies are available.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
In 1999 Australia voted no to replacing the Queen as our head of state with a president.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
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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