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Is the dismissal of an elected government an event that could happen in countries other than Australia?
Stories and reflections from the day of the 1975 dismissal.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
How the head of the government can lose their position.
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