Trailblazing women in our democracy
Explore the significant contributions of women to our democracy.
This resource includes 9 creative and research activities that relate to Ladies in the house and History detective podcast episodes.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions and rooms will be closed from September 2025 for essential building works. Learn more
This resource includes 9 creative and research activities that relate to Ladies in the house and History detective podcast episodes.
Support students to make change in their community.
A meeting place that's always been the centre of the action.
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
See original documents that shaped Australia and our democracy.
Susan Ryan became part of the political system so that she could help make a fairer world for women.
How the statue of King George V found its home.
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