Australian Socialist
Australian Socialist is a progressive, independent, Marxist journal of ideas, analysis and discussion.
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Australian Socialist is a progressive, independent, Marxist journal of ideas, analysis and discussion.
Our collection captures the ideas, movements, people and events of Australian democracy.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
Browse all cartoonists featured in Behind the Lines.
Your guide to the voting method we use in Australia.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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