Australia's Founding Documents

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Discover key events and decisions that were made at Old Parliament House.

A history of Old Parliament House}

Students unpack the role of political cartoons, explore techniques and develop their media literacy skills.

Behind the Lines}

The party room was a place to celebrate achievements, build camaraderie and even take a nap.

Every democratic society is distinct. The same is true for Australia.

How Canberra prepared for the 1954 royal visit.

A beloved toy koala gifted to Australia's 100,000th British post-war migrant.

Students investigate the UN Rights of the Child and active citizenship through this authentic experience.

What was involved with the move to the permanent Parliament House?