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The Australian Financial Review is a business-focused daily newspaper covering the current business and economic affairs of Australia and the world.
Your guide to how often voters go to the polls.
The powers and duties of the governor-general explained.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
Australians were asked to pick a song for the national anthem in 1977.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
Tactics to help you navigate false information.
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