The Australian Constitution
An illustrated guide to The Australian Constitution by cartoonist David Conley.
Help students gain an understanding of how a bill becomes a law and how a referendum can change the Constitution with this graphic story.
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Help students gain an understanding of how a bill becomes a law and how a referendum can change the Constitution with this graphic story.
High above the Chambers, the Press Gallery jockeyed for stories and office space.
Use this activity to support students to use their voice in the classroom, school or local community.
We report to the Australian government and the Australian public on the work we do.
Analyse how each type of media works – why it was made, who for, and how to read and understand it.
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