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Discover hands-on exhibitions that foster imagination, self-confidence and creativity.
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Craft, outdoor activities and games to do at home that explore children's rights, the environment, relationships and much more.
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Some of the most dramatic scenes in Australia’s political history took place in this chamber.
Retelling the story of the Wave Hill walk-off.
Try on costumes. Get inspired.
Explore, discover and learn with these self-guided trails.
See the Clerk of the Senate's office as it was on the day of the 1975 dismissal.
The room where party members worked quietly and debated loudly.
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