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A game of politics and economics.
Some of the most dramatic scenes in Australia’s political history took place in this chamber.
Explore the ways we communicate through a collection of phones.
The party room was a place to celebrate achievements, build camaraderie and even take a nap.
First class travel for the wife of the prime minister.
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