Collection of ephemera on republicanism in Australia : Box 1 Pre 1990-1999
Item No |
Title |
Author |
Date |
Format |
Notes |
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Folder 1/Item 1 |
Be your r self. [republic postcard] |
Avant Card |
1996 |
Free postcard to publicize the push for a republic |
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Folder 1/Item 2 |
Australian republic: To be or not to be that is the Question!! |
Queensland No Republic Campaign |
News sheet |
Includes an interview with Sir James Killen's on his view on the republic question. Includes an article 'If the crown goes who controls the army'. |
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Folder 1/Item 3 |
Our flag: the story of the Australian Flag. |
Vacuum Oil Company |
Folded pamphlet |
The history of the australian flag and the history of the Union Jack is outlined. Vacuum Oil Company history included. |
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Folder 1/Item 4 |
Finally Yes Rally', Sydney Town Hall. |
Australian Republican Movement |
Flyer |
Keynote address Gough Whitlam & Trio Gusto's Cabaret Republic. |
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Folder 1/Item 5 |
Yes, Mums for the republic',2pm Saturday 30 October, Addison Rd Community Centre, Marrickville |
Australian Republican Movement |
Flyer |
MC Julie McCrossin. |
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Folder 1/Item 6 |
On 6 November Vote Yes for our republic. Vote Yes for an Australian Head of State. |
Yes Committee |
Nov. 6, 1999 |
Flyer |
Flyer includes 3 steps to choosw an Australian president. |
Folder 1/Item 7 |
Vote Yes and More |
Yes and More |
Folded pamphlet |
Bill of rights for Yes and More is listed. Donation form included. |
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Folder 1/Item 8 |
10 reasons to vote No on 6th November. |
Australians for an Informed Vote |
1999 |
Leaflet |
On verso of pamphlet are 10 more reasons to vote no. |
Folder 1/Item 9 |
Republic Referendum Public Debate on Monday 17 May 1999 7:30pm at Paddington Town Hall |
South Sydney City Council |
May 17, 1999 |
Flyer |
Sydney City Council hosted a public awareness information to promote discussion and debate on the Referendum |
Folder 1/Item 10 |
Vote for a Just Republic, Not Just a Republic |
The Committee for a Just Republic |
[1997] |
Folded pamphlet |
Lists details of what a 'Just Republic' would look like and the democratic reforms to the Australian Constitution that should be achieved by 2001. |
Folder 1/Item 11 |
Vigil of Women to Stop the Killing in East Timor |
[May 1999] |
Folded leaflet |
Leaflet asking Australian women to call on the Australian Government to stop military aid to the Indonesian government until the militias operating in East Timor are disarmed and disbanded and the Indonesian military leave East Timor. Call to a demonstration and to write to local members. |
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Folder 1/Item 12 |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation Membership Application Form |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation |
Folded pamphlet |
The foundation's mission is to encourage Australians to understand and discuss their constitution and system of government. It was set up in 1991.Details of Foundation included. |
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Folder 1/Item 13 |
Australia's National Flag flying proudly since 1901 |
Australian Heritage Society |
Folded pamphlet |
The history of the australian flag, the importance of the union jack on the flag.Includes what you can do to uphold Australia's flag. |
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Folder 1/Item 14 |
A Resident for President |
Australian Republican Movement |
sticker |
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Folder 1/Item 15 |
Federal member of Parliament Tony Abbott[ letter to] Residents of Warringah |
Tony Abbott |
1999 |
Folded pamphlet |
The letter includes 5 specific problems with the Keating/Turnbull model for the republic and general comment about the republican referendum in 1999. |
Folder 1/Item 16 |
Republic or Monarchy: message from Tanya Plibersek, Federal Member for Sydney. |
Tanya Plibersek |
1999 |
Folded pamphlet |
Details of the differences between monarchy and republic are outlined. |
Folder 1/Item 17 |
Do you want a job?' Job selection criteria under a constitutional monarchy and under a republic. |
John Murray MP |
1999 |
Flyer |
Details contrasting the constitutional monarchy versus electing a republican head of state, viewed from the YES vote perspective. |
Folder 1/Item 18 |
Christian Democratic Party Fred Nile Group Dear Friends letter |
Christian Democratic Party |
Sept. 8, 1999 |
Letter |
Letter regarding the party's position and Fred Nile's position of a no vote in the 1999 referendum. |
Folder 1/Item 19 |
Charter for the Defence of the Australian Constitution |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
1999 |
Flyer |
Detailed list of beliefs of the Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Folder 1/Item 20 |
7/14 [Prayer Breakfast] November, 1999, Prayer News |
7/14 Prayer Breakfast, Port Macquarie. |
Nov. 1999 |
Flyer |
Contrasting arguments for how to vote as a christian either for or against a republic. The Yes argument was written by Tim Costello. |
Folder 1/Item 21 |
Yes BBQ for the Republic, 12 noon Sunday 31 October 1999 Parramatta Park |
Australian Republican Movement |
Oct. 31, 1999 |
Flyer |
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Folder 1/Item 22 |
Republic? Monarchy? Why Change? Dinner and Discussion |
Greater Western Sydney Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. |
Oct. 8, 1999 |
Flyer |
Dinner and discussion about whether Australia should become a republic held at University of Western Sydney Nepean, Parramatta Campus. Speakers were Janet Holmes a Court and Malcolm Turnbull. |
Folder 1/Item 23 |
Call for a Just Republic |
Committee for a Just Republic |
Folded pamphlet |
Pamplet includes Proposed Democratic Reforms to the Australian Constitution by the year 2001and also a list of other issues that needed to be on the agenda for democratic constitutional reform.Details of the government's arrangements for a Constitutional Convention are also included. |
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Folder 1/Item 24 |
Australia: No Republic, vote no. [Political caricature] |
1999 |
Flyer |
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Folder 1/Item 25 |
R' [Republican sticker] |
1999 |
Sticker |
Sticker entitled 'R' with a yellow star overhead. |
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Folder 1/Item 26 |
Yes for the Republic'. Do you want to help? To win the republic we are going to need community action. Committed republicans will raise to the challenge. |
The Australian Republican Movement |
1999 |
Flyer |
North Shore of Sydney flyer requesting volunteers for Speakers Bureau, Community Action, Media Monitors & Letter Writers, Finance and Fund Raising, Communications etc. |
Folder 1/Item 27 |
Australian Republican Movement Constitutional Convention Election Candidates: How to vote and ticket preference guide. |
The Australian Republican Movement |
Dec. 22, 1997 |
Stapled sheets |
Also included is a list of appointed delegates to the Constitutional Convention. |
Folder 1/Item 28 |
Timetable for the Constitutional Convention., outline of Constitutional Convention and government appointments to the Constitutional Convention. |
Prime Minister |
1997 |
Stapled Sheets |
Constitutional Convention-new arrangements Sept. 19, 1997 added also. |
Folder 1/Item 29 |
Voting on a Republic. |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation |
1999 |
Flyer |
The constitutional convention that met Feb. 1998 came up with a model for a republic on which Australians could vote. Its features are outlined on the flyer. |
Folder 1/Item 30 |
Republic, or no Republic are you undecided? |
Australians for an Informed Vote. |
June-July 1999 |
Flyer |
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Folder 1/Item 31 |
National Constitution Week 23-28 August 1998: Calendar of Events. |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation |
Aug. 23-28, 1998 |
Calendar of a week of national activities held to encourage understanding of Australia's constitution and the republic model to be put to referendum late 1999. |
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Folder 1/Item 32 |
The Constitutional Convention 1998, held 2-6 and 9-13 February 1998 at Old Parliament House Canberra. |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation |
Feb. 2-6, 9-13, 1998 |
Brochure |
Details the Constitutional Convention on whether Australia should become a republic, the agenda, options and other issues are outlined. |
Folder 1/Item 33 |
Quest for a Preamble: an Invitation. |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation |
1998-1999 |
Brochure |
The Preamble Quest was about writing a new preamble to the Australian Constitution, which is section 9 of the British Act. The invitation invited people to write a preamble. |
Folder 1/Item 34 |
A collection of Australian Republican Dollars |
Republican Party of Australia |
Republican dollars were redeemable vouchers only for goods and activities provided by the Australian Republican Party. This collection includes $1, $2 and $5 republican dollars. |
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Folder 1/Item 35 |
Republic of Australia: [sticker] |
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Folder 1/Item 36 |
Our flag, our heritage, our freedom: no republic [sticker] |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
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Folder 1/Item 37 |
Heralding a Better Australia: Foundation for National Renewal. |
Foundation for National Renewal |
The aims and aspirations of the foundation are outlined. Application form to join the foundation is included. |
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Folder 2/ Item 1 |
Australia: Monarchy or republic? |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Folded sheet |
Republic versus monarchy arguments are outlined in the pamphlet |
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Folder 2/ Item 2 |
The Monarchist League in Australia. |
Monarchist League in Australia |
Folded sheet |
The pamphlet outlines the Monarchist League in Australia history and includes a membership application form. 2 copies. |
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Folder 2/ Item 3 |
Are you frightened for: Our constitution? Our monarchy? Our flag? Our history? Today we lose our Government House? Tomorrow it may be our democracy? |
Monarchist League in Australia |
Flyer |
Invitation to be put on the mailing list for the next forum on Government House. |
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Folder 2/ Item 4 |
Australia no republic: read the facts and decide. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
1996 |
Folded sheet |
The monarchist brochure outlined what monarchists believed were facts about Australia versus what they believed republicans were claiming to be true. |
Folder 2/ Item 5 |
The Queen Elizabeth Gate Appeal |
Queen Elizabeth Gate Appeal Committee |
1990 |
Flyer |
A flyer to encourage donations to an appeal to fund a gate to celebrate the life and times of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, following a great show of affection generated by her 90th birthday. |
Folder 2/ Item 6 |
The Queen Elizabeth Gate Committee requests the pleasure of your company at A Tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother on Tuesday 29th June 1993 at the Hotel Intercontinental, Sydney |
Queen Elizabeth Gate Appeal |
June 15, 1993 |
Invitation |
A form was included to allow those interested to respond and pay for guests. |
Folder 2/ Item 7 |
Rally : Stand up for Australia, Sydney Town Hall Friday 31 Oct 1997. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Oct. 31, 1997 |
Flyer |
Details of a rally against changing the Australian constitution. |
Folder 2/ Item 8 |
Help stop Carr's downgrading of NSW governor: meeting at the Hunters Hill RSL sub branch. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Flyer |
The meeting was to help reverse Premier Carr's decision to downgrade the Governor ad to abolish Government House as the official residence of the NSW Governor. |
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Folder 2/ Item 9 |
Australia's Queen: our Constitutional monarch- Queen Elizabeth 11. |
Australian Heritage Society |
Folded sheet |
The brochure outlines the advantages of a hereditary monarch versus the republican form of government. It includes a form to join the Australian Heritage Society. |
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Folder 2/ Item 10 |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy ACM book Launch and morning tea, Dixson Room State Library of NSW, Wednesday 17 August 1994, Entree card. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Aug. 17, 1994 |
Invitation |
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Folder 2/ Item 11 |
Charter for the Defence of the Australian Constitution |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
[1997/98] |
Folded sheet |
Text of Charter is included and a sheet to send money to support the text of the charter. [2 copies one includes operations office level 10, 19 pitt st Sydney. |
Folder 2/ Item 12 |
Monarchy or republic? Read the facts and decide. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
[1997/98] |
Folded sheet |
The sheet outlines what australians for constitutional monarchy believe are the facts and what they believe the republican claim is about each fact. 3 copies |
Folder 2/ Item 13 |
Constitutional Convention Election: how to vote in NSW: No republic. |
[1997/98] |
Folded sheet |
How to vote sheet for voting No Republic |
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Folder 2/ Item 14 |
What kind of democracy does our Australian Constitution give us? |
Constitutional Heritage Protection Society |
[1997/98] |
Folded sheet |
The sheet outlines what the Society believes the democracy of the 1990s gave the Australian political party system and what the Society believes would be lost. |
Folder 2/ Item 15 |
The Constitutional Convention: Vote 1 Garland ,Australian Monarchist League. |
Australian Monarchist League |
[1997/98] |
Flyer |
The how to vote card Australians could used to elect Alf Garland to attend the Constitutional Convention 2-6, 9-13 february 1998 to discuss issues related to whether Australia should become a republic. |
Folder 2/ Item 16 |
Leader beyond politics: Australians for constitutional monarchy: Charter for the Defence of the Australian Monarchy. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
[1997/98] |
Folded sheet |
The sheet outlines a summary of arguments in support of the Charter for the Defence of the Australian Monarchy. |
Folder 2/ Item 17 |
Australians & the monarchy: cherish or change? voting slip. Cast your vote in the Australians and the monarchy exhibition. |
Powerhouse Museum, Sydney and the National Centre for Australian Studies, Monash University |
1993 |
Flyer |
This was a flyer that visitors to the Powerhouse Exhibition titled 'Australians and the monarchy exhibition' received Visitors were asked to tick boxes in reply to the following 'In 2001, what would you like Australia to be, A Constitutional monarchy, A republic or undecided'.A tally of votes was displayed weekly in the exhibition. |
Folder 2/ Item 18 |
The Premier wants to move your Governor: you can fight for better! |
Government House Appeal |
1996 |
Flyer |
This flyer was produced in reaction to the move by premier Bob Carr to move the NSW Governor from government house. On the verso is an advertisement for a book 'Government House' by Reginald Robertson |
Folder 2/ Item 19 |
Republic- yes or no? The Constitutional Convention. |
Australia-Department of the Prime Minister |
Newsheet |
The existing constitution is outlined . The options for an Australian republic are outlined and the issues.A summary from the 2 sides of the debate is included. |
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Folder 2/ Item 20 |
Australian Constitutional Monarchy: the quarterly Newsletter of Australians for Constitutional Monarchy, Dec., 1992, March 1993,June 1993, September 1993, Dec 1993,March 1994,June 1994, September 1994. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Dec., 1992-Sept. 1994 |
Serial |
The newsletter included reports from councils in various states and articles about the constitution. Also there is a letters to the editor section and information on seminars. |
Folder 2/ Item 21 |
Stop press: the end of 'Annus Horribilis' press release. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
1992 |
Single sheet |
A discussion of the need to focus on the enduring institutional arrangement of the constitutional monarchy not the incumbents. It is written in 1992 when Prince Charles and Diana seperated. |
Folder 2/ Item 22 |
The Monarchy, the Media and the Polls: Australians for Constitutional Monarchy Seminar Series Seminar 2: held NSW Parliament House 22 October 1993. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Oct. 22, 1993 |
Flyer |
Speakers included David Flint,Frank Devine and Malcolm Mackerras. |
Folder 2/ Item 23 |
Australian Constitutional Monarchy and the Australian Constitution: Australians for Constitutional Monarchy Seminar Series, Seminar 1: held NSW Parliament House 4 June 1993. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
June 4, 1993 |
Flyer |
Speakers included Sir Harry Gibbs, Alderman Doug Sutherland and Dame Leonie Kramer. |
Folder 2/ Item 24 |
Australian constitution at risk of being changed without a referendum: Australian Republic Unplugged, media release. |
Australian Republic Unplugged |
May 19, 1999 |
Flyer |
Media release by Nick Hobson, a spokesman for Australian Republic Unplugged. |
Folder 2/ Item 25 |
Public launch of the Charter of Leadership beyond politics: Australians for Constitutional Monarchy at a public meeting in the Peace Hall, Sydney Lower Town Hall, Thursday 4 June 1992. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
June 4, 1992 |
Folded sheet |
Chair was Alderman Doug Sutherland and speakers included Sir Harry Gibbs and Barry O'Keefe. |
Folder 2/ Item 26 |
Huge Rally in Sydney Town Hall, Friday 26 November 1993 |
Nov.26, 1993 |
Flyer |
Flyer published after the event by Tony Abbott, Executive Director of Australians for Constitutional Monarchy.It describes the rally of 2,500 people to discuss the constitution. |
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Folder 2/ Item 27 |
Notice of public rally to defend the Constitution at Sydney Town Hall, Friday July 2, 1993. |
July 2,1993 |
Alderman Doug Sutherland chaired the meeting and Leonard Teale was to give a reading. |
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Folder 2/ Item 28 |
We are appealing...we must match the Republicans: Kerry Jones letter May 13, 1994 |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
May 13, 1994 |
Flyer |
Letter from Australians for Constitutional Monarchy new Executive Director, Kerry Jones requesting financial support. |
Folder 2/ Item 29 |
A rally to celebrate and defend the australian constitution: Programme. Sydney Town Hall 26 November 1993 |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Nov. 26, 1993 |
Folded sheet |
This program includes the words of songs that were sung at the rally. The master of ceremonies was Tony Abbott. |
Folder 2/ Item 30 |
The Monarchy v republic trap: party dictatorship v constitutional democracy |
Constitutional Heritage Protection Society |
Flyer |
The monarchy side of the monarchy versus republic argument is outlined on this flyer. |
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Folder 2/ Item 31 |
Citizens Alliance Against Government Arrogrance: petition to the Honorable Speaker and members of the Legislative Assembly of NSW |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Single sheet |
Petition was about the Bob Carr government'changing and downgrading the role of the governor of NSW'. |
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Folder 2/ Item 32 |
Republic, or no republic are you undecided? |
Australians For An Informed Vote |
Apr./May 1999 |
Single sheet |
Flyer encouraging recipients to read UNSW Law Journal Forum Vol.4, No.2., which it says is the only competent commentary on the Constitutional Convention and its model. Contents list for this journal is attatched. |
Folder 2/ Item 33 |
Constitutional Convention Election: your guide to the Constitutional Convention Election |
Australian Electoral Commission |
1997 |
Booklet |
This includes a list of the candidates and a grouped list of cadidates and their statements |
Folder 2/ Item 34 |
Update:an occasional news supplement from Australians for Constitutional Monarchy Issue No.2 |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Nov. 1, 1993 |
Single sheet |
The title of the update is '5,500 supporters and getting stronger all the time'. A list of actions that supporters of a constitutional monarchy could take is included. |
Folder 2/ Item 35 |
Occasional Paper No 2 March 1993 |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Mar. 1993 |
Booklet |
The paper is titled 'The Constitutional implications of the push for a republic.' by J.B. Paul, senior lecturer,poliical science, University of NSW. |
Folder 2/ Item 36 |
Occasional paper No.3 September 1993 |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Sept. 1993 |
Booklet |
Paper titled 'Submission to the Prime Minister's Republic Advisory Committee', by Lloyd Waddy QC, Convenor. |
Folder 2/ Item 37 |
Charter for the Defence of the Australian Constution |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
Words of the charter and charter. signatories are included |
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Folder 2/ Item 38 |
[Letter to Anne Robertson, State Library of NSW in regard to collecting ephermera material] |
Nick Hobson |
April 28, 1993 |
Single sheet |
Letter in relation to collecting ephemera material for the State Library of NSW |
Folder 3/Item 1 |
This I believe by Eric Baume 25.2.58 |
Eric Baume |
Feb. 25, 1958 |
Stapled sheets |
Press statement by Eric Baume, radio journalist during Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother's visit to Sydney february 1958. He compares this visit favourably with the 1954 royal tour by Queen Elizabeth 2. |
Folder 3/Item 2 |
Why federalism means freedom and security. |
Prof. F.A. Bland and 1946 Referendum No Committee. |
1946 |
Pamphlet |
This pamphlet outlines federalism , as considered by the 1946 Referendum No Committee. |
Folder 3/Item 3 |
Australian Republican Party:our coming official national labor movement. State Elections 3rd March, 1962. |
Australian Republican Party |
1962 |
Leaflet |
This flyer addresses working class men and women and 'Our republican Labor Platform contemptuously ignored by Labor ratters for 50 years'. |
Folder 3/Item 4 |
Jubilee reception held by the Mayoress of Sydney on monday June 21st 1886 at the exhibition building, Prince Alfred Park. |
June 21, 1886 |
Invitation |
The invitation outlines the program of entertainment. |
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Folder 3/Item 5 |
Our constitution: the heartbeat of Australia. Vote no president, vote no republic. |
Australians for Constitutional Monarchy |
1997 |
Folded sheet |
This sheet outlines the case for retaining the monarchy. |
Folder 3/Item 6 |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation: membership application |
The Constitutional Centenary Foundation |
Folded sheet |
This form outlines the benefits to belonging to the Constitutional Centenary Foundation. |
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Folder 3/Item 7 |
What is democratic government? & why we should attempt to regain it,revised edition. |
Alan Gourley |
Pamphlet |
Chair was Alderman Doug Sutherland and speakers included Sir Harry Gibbs and Barry O'Keefe. |
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Folder 3/Item 8 |
Message to young Australia: what is important in your life? |
Alan Gourley |
Pamphlet |
Gourley on behalf of the New Magna Carta Campaign to establish true constitutional democracy in Australia. |
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Folder 3/Item 9 |
Let the real debate begin |
Ninian Stephen |
1995 |
Stapled sheets |
A paper setting the scene for the republican debate to be over the next 5 years. Sir Ninian Stephen was the chairman of the Constitutional Centenary Foundation which was releasing a statement that day about the key issues for Australian governance for the next 5 years. |
Folder 3/Item 10 |
Monarchy v republic or is the question really party dictatorship v constitutional democracy: changing our form of government. |
Constitutional Heritage Protection Society |
Leaflet |
What is democratic government ' and 'Do we have democracy today' is outlined.2 copies |
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Folder 3/Item 11 |
How to be Australia, a pause in the republic/ monarchy debate to examine those things Australians hold in common:program, six days of discussion involving 70 prominent Australians, 12-17 February, 1994. |
National Centre for Australian Studies. |
Feb.12-17, 1994 |
Pamphlet |
Discussion included how to be good citizens. Includes roundtable discussion 'Reconciliation with Australia's indigenous peoples-how', chaired by Charles Perkins. |
Folder 3/Item 12 |
An Australian republic-the state of play, Research Note no.53 June 1995, |
Commonweath Parliamentary Library. |
June 27, 1995 |
Leaflet |
The research note outlines the views, as June 23, 1995 of the Goverment, the Liberal/National Coalition and the Australian Democrats on the creation of a federal republic.2 copies. |
Folder 3/Item 13 |
Garry Shead: the royal suite.[ an exhibition of paintings opened friday 20 october at Michael Nagy Fine Art 20 october to november 19, 1995 |
Michael Nagy Fine Art |
Oct. 20, 1995- nov. 19, 1995 |
Invitation |
An invitation to an opening by Malcolm Turnbull on Oct. 20, 1995 at Michael Nagy Fine Art, Potts Point.The art series shows images of the young Queen Elizabeth and Phillip out on tour of the colony circa 1954. |
Folder 3/Item 14 |
The monarchy or a republic? David Connolly invites you to attend a public meeting to have your say on this vital subject, thursday 29 april 1993 at St John the Evangelist Church Hall, Gordon. |
David Connolly |
April 29, 1993 |
Invitation |
Presenting the case for the republic was Malcolm Turnbull and the case for the monarchy Lloyd Waddy. |
Folder 3/Item 15 |
Australia is ready for a republic are you? |
Republican Association |
Leaflet |
The leaflet is a call to join the Republican Association which is an active non partisan group whose objective is the republic and a unified country. |
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Folder 3/Item 16 |
MLC Shoping Centre: Monarchy versus republican display ballot sheet, tick your preference. |
MLC Shopping Centre |
Leaflet |
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Folder 4/Item 1 |
Towards an Australian republic: public meeting Sydney Town Hall Tues. March 8, 8pm. |
Citizens for Democracy |
Mar. 8, 1977 |
Leaflet |
Speakers include Donald Horne, Frank Hardy, Faith Bandler, Jacki Weaver, Don Chipp, Fred Daly and Jack Garland. |
Folder 4/Item 2 |
National Conference for a Democratic Constitution 23-25 september, 1977.Melbourne Exhibition Building 8pm friday 23rd september, 1977.What sort of constitution do we want? |
Jack Mundey |
Sept.23, 1977 |
Stapled sheets |
In 1970, in the statement of aims adopted by its 22nd congress, the Communist Party of Australia proposed basic points for a democratic socialist society these are outlined in the appendix. |
Folder 4/Item 3 |
The Republican Advisory Committee: a review by committee chairman Malcolm Turnbull. |
Malcolm Turnbull |
1993 |
Stapled sheets |
The committee was created by the Prime Minister to prepare an options paper which describes the minimum constitutional changes necessary to achieve a viable federal republic of Australia. The report was delivered to the prime minister Tuesday 5 october, 1993. |
Folder 4/Item 4 |
A Conference for the people of Australia: National Conference for a Democratic Constitution 23-25 September 1977, Exhibition Building, Melbourne. |
National Conference for a Democratic Constitution |
Sept.23-25, 1977 |
Leaflet |
Leaflet with conference agenda. 2 copies. |
Folder 4/Item 5 |
Tribune:official newspaper of the Communist Party of Australia, special issue. |
Communist Party of Australia |
1976 |
Newsheets |
This special issue reflects on Nov. 11 1975 sacking of Gough Whitlam and the constitution. |
Folder 4/Item 6 |
What sort of constitution do we want?National Conference for a Democratic Constitution 23-25 September 1977, Exhibition Building, Melbourne. |
This paper is titled 'Words and spirit-the new constitution must contain both' is by Jack Mundey |
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Folder 4/Item 7 |
Kerr & the consequences november 11 1976 Rally. Sydney Town Hall Square 5:15pm |
Citizens for Democracy |
Nov. 1976 |
Flyer |
A call to all Australians to work towards a People's Convention framing a new constitution. |
Folder 4/Item 8 |
Kerr and the consequences, where do we go from here? |
Citizens for Democracy |
Flyer |
Flyer about a meeting to be held on wednesday Sept. 29, 1976 at 7:30pm of people willing to start new groups for the Citizens of Democracy. Future activity was to be discussed in particular a day of protest on November 11, 1976. Form to complete to become a member or organise a group to work for the aims of Citizens for Democracy. |
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Folder 4/Item 9 |
Reframing Australia's constitution: a people nominated and elected constitutional convention, a letter. |
R. Nilsen and the Constitutional Convention |
Sept.25, 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
A letter addressed to prominent individuals to bring their attention to an article in The Age Aug. 16, 1976, relating to the framing of Australia's constitution. |
Folder 4/Item 10 |
Will you wear and armband for democracy? |
Doris Goddard |
Aug. 30, 1976 |
Single sheet |
Letter to Gough Whitlam about how violent protests were damaging the electoral prospects of the Labor Party and how Labor should adopt non violent protest.The letter was to be handed out to get members of the public to request Doris Goddard addresses question time in Parliament House, Canberra. |
Folder 4/Item 11 |
Kerr and the consequences: public meeting, Sydney Town Hall, 20 september 1976 at 8pm. |
A Committee of Concerned Citizens. |
Sept. 20, 1976 |
Folded sheet |
Meeting was chaired by Donald Horne, speakers included Patricia O'Shane, Prof. Manning Clark Bob Carr and Jack Mundey. |
Folder 4/Item 12 |
2KY commentary 17 November 1976: [text of the broadcast]. |
Nov. 17, 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
Lionel Bowen suggested on 2KY's Labor 76' program 'last sunday' that Australia could do without a Governor General.This is Bob Carr's endorsement of the idea in Today's commentary with Bob Carr' on 2KY |
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Folder 4/Item 13 |
A Democratic constitution for Australia: public forum, Paddington Town Hall, tuesday june 28th 1976 7:30pm. |
Citizens for Democracy, Eastern Suburbs Groups |
June 28, 1976 |
Flyer |
Speakers included Don Chipp, Kep Enderby, Donald Horne and Elaine Thompson. |
Folder 4/Item 14 |
Reframing Australia's constitution: a people nominated and elected constitutional convention.Reprint from The Age 16 August, 1976. |
Nilsen family and friends |
Aug. 16, 1976 |
Single sheet |
The article addresses who should be the framers of the constitution. |
Folder 4/Item 15 |
Verso Una Repubblica Australiana, Riunione Pubblica Sydney Town Hall martedi, il 8 marzo, alle ore 20.00. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Mar. 8, 1977 |
Single sheet |
An appeal to italian speakers to join a gathering at town hall about the australian constitution and the possibility of Australia becoming a republic. |
Folder 4/Item 16 |
The struggle for democracy in Australia 1788-1977: Unique 2 day exhibition Sydney Town Hall 10-11 Nov. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Nov. 10-11, 1977 |
Single sheet |
To mark November 11, the flyer details the exhibition and a public meeting on the second anniversary of the Kerr coup. |
Folder 4/Item 17 |
After Kerr: Towards and Australian republic, public meeting Sydney Town Hall tues., march 8, 8pm [1977] |
Mar. 8, 1977 |
Flyer |
Speakers include Donald Horne, Faith Bandler, Don Chipp, Eva Cox. |
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Folder 4/Item 18 |
Towards an Australian republic: Public meeting, Sydney Town Hall, Tuesday March 8, 8pm. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Mar. 8, 1977 |
Flyer |
At the time of the visit of Queen Elizabeth 11 to Australia this flyer advertises a meeting to discuss the move to a republic. |
Folder 4/Item 19 |
The aboriginal protesters confront the proclamation of the australian republic on 26 january 2001: a play. |
Sydney Festival. |
Jan. 10-28, 1996 |
Flyer |
The first aborginal play to be part of the Sydney Festival in 1996. |
Folder 4/Item 20 |
Invitation from Citizens for Democracy to a monday conference type evening, Wednesday 8pm 12th October, 1977. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Oct. 12, 1977 |
Invitation |
Held PSA club 515 Kent Street. |
Folder 4/Item 21 |
Republican night: a republic for Australia. |
Portuguese Democratic Group. |
Oct. 8, 1977 |
Flyer |
Flyer advertising republican night and dance and social to celebratethe 67th anniversary of the Portuguese republic. Saturday Oct. 8, 1977, Trades Hall Sydney. |
Folder 4/Item 22 |
A Peaceful protest for democracy, held outside the gates of Government House on sunday march 13, 1977 from 11am. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Mar. 13, 1977 |
Flyer |
This anti-Kerr protest was held during Queen Elizabeth 11 visit to Australia so she could see the protest on her way to lunch at Government House. |
Folder 4/Item 23 |
Northern Beaches Citizens For Democracy next meeting saturday 26th march, 1977. |
Northern Beaches Citizens For Democracy. |
Mar. 3, 1977 |
Flyer |
Speakers Lionel Bowen and Thomas Keneally. Flyer also advertises Public meeting Sydney Town Hall on 8 march.Flyer also advertises a rally to protest to the queen [who was visiting) on sunday 13 march, a protest over Gough Whitlam's dismissal |
Folder 4/Item 24 |
Towards an Australian republic: public meeting. Sydney Town Hall, tuesday March 8, 1977 programme. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Mar. 8, 1977 |
Flyer |
The meeting called for a national debate on the constitution and a directly elected peoples' convention to draft a new consitution for submission to the Australian people. |
Folder 4/Item 25 |
Letter calling for a democratic constitution. |
Donald Horne |
Stapled sheets |
4 page letter addressing fellow citizens. |
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Folder 4/Item 26 |
Northern Beaches Branch Citizens for Democracy Newsletter No 2 January 1977. |
Northern Beaches Citizens for Democracy. |
Jan. 1977 |
2 loose sheets |
Includes an article on the successful nationwide rallies on the anniversary of the coup 11.11.76. |
Folder 4/Item 27 |
A New constitution for Australia forum held Saturday 11th December 1976 at Teachers Federation 300 Sussex st Sydney. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Dec. 11, 1976 |
Flyer |
Lionel Murphy had drafted a new australian constitution and this forum was held where it could be discussed with Lionel Bowen.2 copies. |
Folder 4/Item 28 |
The Democrat: Newsletter no, 2 January 1976. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Jan. 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
Various topics are covered including Queen Elizabeth's upcoming visit to Australia in Mar. 1977. 2 copies. |
Folder 4/Item 29 |
Background briefing for the media on details of Rally For a Democratic Constitution at Sydney Town Hall Square on november 11th 1976. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Nov. 11, 1976 |
Flyer |
The rally was to call for a new democratic constitution and the resignation of John Kerr. |
Folder 4/Item 30 |
Letter regarding preperation for November 29 1976 meeting of the Citizens for Democacy committee. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Nov. 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
The letter includes a discussion of what Citizens for Democracy stood for and how it would market its aims. A list of possible items for the november 29 1976 meeting is included. Expenses for rallies September 20, 1976 and November 11, 1976 are included. |
Folder 4/Item 31 |
Meeting of Citizens for Democracy Groups, Sydney December 13, 1976. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Dec. 13, 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
The aims of the group are outlined and its intended activities for 1977 are outlined. |
Folder 4/Item 32 |
Proposals for continuing activity and Organisation. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
1976 |
Typed sheet |
Document outlining that there should be a national meeting of the Citizens for Democracy to discuss continuing activity across Australia and a National Consultative Committee and Co-ordinating Committee. |
Folder 4/Item 33 |
Rally for democracy November 11, 1976 |
Nov.11, 1976 |
Folded sheet |
Flyer urging all citizens to take part in activities that will mark Nov. 11 as a day of protest. Venues for the advertised protest were Melbourne Town Hall and Treasury Gardens. |
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Folder 4/Item 34 |
Public meeting November 11 & its consequences: the disputed decision. Wednesday november 10, 1976 Melbourne Town Hall 8pm. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Nov. 11, 1976 |
Single sheet |
Speakers included Donald Horne, Manning Clark,Gareth Evans, Marai Pozos, Bill Richardson and Colin Howard. Chair Rev. Dr.J. Davis McCaughhey. 2 copies. |
Folder 4/Item 35 |
We accuse! We believe: foe democracy's sake vote ALP. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
1975 |
News sheets |
Listing by Citizens for democracy of what they accuse the Liberal/National Party of doing in regard to the sacking of Gough Whitlam Nov. 1975. The broadsheet urged the public to vote ALP in the election held 13 december 1975. 3 copies. |
Folder 4/Item 36 |
A Peaceful protest on behalf of democracy. |
Mar. 13, 1977 |
Single sheet |
Handwritten letter inviting australians to a peaceful demonstration at the gates of government house on sunday Mar. 13, 1977 at 11am. |
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Folder 4/Item 37 |
Invitation to the opening of an exhibition and sale of works given by artists to mark the Anniversary of the coup d'etat on 11th November 1975. |
Artists Action |
Nov.9, 1976 |
Postcard |
Opening of the exhibition at Paddington Town Hall 7pm on Tuesday Nov. 9, 1975 by Dr Lloyd Rees. |
Folder 4/Item 38 |
Eureka or southern cross flag. |
Postcard |
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Folder 4/Item 39 |
Citizens for Democracy meeting agenda. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
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Folder 4/Item 40 |
Proposals for November 11 movement. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
1976 |
Stapled sheets |
Discussion of how Citizens for Democracy would approach Nov 11 1976 the first anniversary of Gough Whitlam's sacking and how the organisation might operate beyond that date. |
Folder 4/Item 41 |
Republican Social Balmain Town Hall |
Citizens for democracy Vic Bauris |
folded poster |
Sat. May 28 with Nick Boston's Colonial Jazz Band |
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Folder 4/Item 42 |
[Checklist and speakers program for the' Towards an Australian republic' meeting in Sydney Town Hall March 8,1977] |
Citizens for Democracy |
Mar.8, 1976 |
4 loose sheets |
Includes a suggestion that an additional event be held named a Peaceful Assembly and points for consideration in plans for promoting such an event. |
Folder 4/Item 43 |
[ALP Council NSW meeting considered it a matter of vital importance that a review be undertaken and a fundamental part of the review should be public involvement. ALP council supported the proposal for a Constitutional Convention.] |
Australian Labor Party, NSW Council |
1977 |
Single sheet |
Addendum accepted and adopted to the Legal and Constitution Committee report 10/101976. Handwritten notes. |
Folder 4/Item 44 |
Minutes of meeting 17 November [1976] |
Citizens for Democracy |
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Folder 5/Item 1 |
Kerr & the consequences public meeting: Sydney Town Hall Monday September 20th [ 1976] 8pm. |
Donald Horne and Frank Hardy |
Sept. 20, 1976 |
Single sheet |
This flyer was authorised by Donald Horne and Frank Hardy on behalf of a Committee of Concerned Citizens. |
Folder 5/Item 2 |
21st September, 1976, Naremburn:Donald Horne speaks! The lucky country or its death? |
Labor Community Service |
Sept. 21, 1976 |
Folded sheet |
Donald Horne spoke at St Cuthberts Hall, Willoughby Road Naremburn. |
Folder 5/Item 3 |
Proposals for National Citizens For Democracy Conference |
Citizens for Democracy |
3 loose sheets |
General proposals for conference are outlined |
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Folder 5/Item 4 |
Kerr v Democracy: Will we throw in the towel? The Youth Centre Blaxland Rd, Ryde. Monday March 28 [1976?] |
Ryde Citizens for Democracy |
March 28, 1976 |
Single sheet |
Commenators included Donald Horne, Bob Carr, Paul Resposito and Prof Blackshield, Chairman was Vincent Serventy. |
Folder 5/Item 5 |
Artists Action fund raising art show and sale of work at Paddington Town Hall on november 9, 10 and 11. [1976]:invitation |
Artists' Action Committee |
Nov. 9,10,11, 1976 |
Single sheet |
Artists Action provided the 'Its Time for A New Constitution banner' designed by John Coburn for the 'Kerr and Consequences' meeting at Sydney Town Hall. It was used as a backdrop for democracy meetings at Adelaide Town Hall Nov. 8 and Melbourne Town Hall Nov. 10. |
Folder 5/Item 6 |
Dreaming the republic: aboriginal responses to the coming of the republic, curator Noel Tovey, November 28 1997-january 11 1998 at Newcastle Region Art Gallery |
Newcastle Region Art Gallery |
Nov. 28, 1997- Jan. 11, 1998 |
Stapled pamphlet |
Curator biography and detailed listing of artists works included in the exhibition are listed along with their previous work. |
Folder 5/Item 7 |
No road back to democracy if Fraser wins. |
1977 |
2 loose sheets |
Text for a newspaper advertisement regarding what the signatories believe would happen if Malcolm Fraser won the election on Dec. 10, 1977. A list of signatories is attatched. |
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Folder 5/Item 8 |
Kerr and the consequences: a public meeting for protest and discussion in the Sydney Town Hall. |
F.Hall, J.Otoole, M.R.Coulson and R.R.Schofield |
1977 |
Single sheet |
This sheet advertises a meeting to be held Sydney Town Hall Monday Aug. 30, 1977 |
Folder 5/Item 9 |
Rally in self defence at Bankstown Town Hall, Wednesday 30 March 1977 |
Citizens for Democracy Western Suburbs Group |
1977 |
Single sheet |
This flyer puts the case of for electing Citizens for Democracy rather than a Liberal National Party Government. |
Folder 5/Item 10 |
Citizens for Democracy financial statement 12/10/77 to 31/10/77 |
Citizens for Democracy |
Oct. 12-31, 1977 |
Single sheet |
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Folder 5/Item 11 |
Proposals for National Citizens for Democracy conference |
Citizens for Democracy |
1976 |
This sheet lists general ideas and content for a proposed conference to form the basis of discussion to plan the conference. |
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Folder 5/Item 12 |
Address to the Hospital Employees Union on 19 november, 1975 at the Wallace Theatre, University of Sydney. |
E.L.Wheelwright |
Nov. 19, 1975 |
Stapled sheets |
Political rally against the Fraser government after the dismissal of Gough Whitlam Nov. 11, 1975. |
Folder 5/Item 13 |
Letter to the Commissioner of Police regarding holding a political rally in Sydney Town Hall square 11 november 1976 |
Greg Woodburne, Vic Baueris and Sandra Levy |
Nov.11, 1976 |
Single sheet |
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Folder 5/Item 14 |
Kerr and the consequences: a public meeting. Sydney Town Hall. 20 september 1976 |
Committee of Concerned Citizens |
Sept. 20, 1976 |
Folded sheet |
Program of speakers and their topics, chaired by Donald Horne. |
Folder 5/Item 15 |
[Citizens for Democracy general statement] |
Citizens for Democracy |
Stapled sheets |
This is a description of Citizens for Democracy groups and their methods of operation.Future activities are listed and a suggested 5 point program of constitutional change is included. |
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Folder 5/Item 16 |
[Letter to Mrs M Horne of Citizens for Democracy granting her permission for Citizens of Democracy to hold a public meeting in Sydney Town Hall Square, Thursday 11 november 1976.] |
Council of the city of Sydney |
Nov. 1, 1976 |
Single sheet |
The conditions to be observed when holding a meeting in Sydney Town Hall square are included. |
Folder 5/Item 17 |
Kerr and the consequences: a public meeting for protest and discussion, a letter to be sent to Fellow Australians |
1976 |
3 loose sheets |
This initial letter sent requesting people nominate to have their name included at the bottom of the letter. It was then to be produced as a leaflet for distribution before Sept. 20, 1976 meeting with a list of names included.3 duplicate sheets with different signatories. |
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Folder 5/Item 18 |
[Collection of pro republican Labor Party and Citizens for Democracy advertisements in newspapers.]` |
Labor Party of Australia and Citizens for Democracy |
1975-1977 |
14 loose newspapers cuttings |
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Folder 5/Item 19 |
[Letter asking its recipients to nominate activities canvassed by Citizens for Democracy in which they would like to actively participate.] |
Citizens for Democracy |
Single sheet |
2 copies |
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Folder 5/Item 20 |
Kerr and the consequences: where do we go from here? |
Citizens for Democracy |
Sept. 20, 1976 |
Includes details of the organisation and program for a public meeting at Sydney Town Hall on Sept. 20, 1976 and the resolutions to be presented to the meeting. |
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Folder 5/Item 21 |
The Aim of the Kerr riots |
Tom Mead |
Aug. 11, 1976 |
Newspaper cutting |
Extract from the St George & Sutherland Shire Leader August 11, 1976 about some of the media glamourising the demonstrations against John Kerr. Criticism of the biased media coverage is included. |
Folder 5/Item 22 |
Report on campaign for a democratic republic |
Bob Carr |
1976 |
3 loose sheets |
Report written about the Citizens for Democracy and their upcoming meeting to be held Nov. 11, 1976. Also included is the Labor Council of NSW position on the constitutional crisis of 11 november 1975 and its aftermath. |
Folder 5/Item 23 |
[Photographs taken September 20, 1976 at the Citizens for Democracy rally Sydney Town Hall] |
Sept. 20, 1976 |
Photographs |
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Folder 5/Item 24 |
Rally in self defence: right to work, workers rights. |
Citizens for Democracy |
leaflet |
Speakers include Bob Hawke, Frank Hardy, Bob Carr and Donald Horne. |
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Folder 5/Item 25 |
A new constitution for the people |
sticker |
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Folder 5/Item 26 |
Circular to All Affiliated Unions 22nd october, 1976 |
Labor Council of NSW |
Oct. 22, 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
One year after the sacking of Gough Whitlam the Council was distributing to affiliated unions a petition calling on the resignation of Sir John Kerr and a 'continuing education program on the need for a new and democratic Australian constitution' |
Folder 5/Item 27 |
Bathurst Peoples Convention 22-24 november 1996, Bathurst NSW |
Bathurst People's Convention |
Nov. 22-24,1996 |
Kit |
200 delegates from all around Australia met to discuss constitutional issues including the republican idea.This marked the centenary of the 1896 'People's Convention'.Spring 1996 'Round Table' magazine is included. |
Folder 5/Item 28 |
Report on Campaign for a Democratic Constitution |
Bob Carr |
1976 |
Stapled sheets |
Report on the achievements of the 'Citizens for Democracy '. |
Folder 5/Item 29 |
Parramatta Rally April 2nd, 12 noon, [1977] Prince Alfred Park |
Citizens for Democracy Outer Western Suburbs |
Apr. 2, 1977 |
Folded sheet |
Speakers included Donald Horne, Pat O'Shane, Jim McClelland, Lionel Bowen, Jack Pierson, Marius Webb, Bridget Gilling, Jack Mundey, Pat Bersin and Tom Uren. |
Folder 5/Item 30 |
Senate, Constitution and Votes. |
Single sheet |
Caricature |
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Folder 5/Item 31 |
Suggestions for pre-november 11, [1976] activity |
Greg Woodburn, Sandra Levy and Vic Baueris |
1976 |
Single sheet |
Discussion of the pre Nov. 11, 1976 publicity in regards to the distribution of posters and leaflets through the Citizens for Democracy network. 2 copies |
Folder 5/Item 32 |
A call for continuing citizen activity |
Citizens for Democracy |
Nov. 11,1976 |
Letter to be sent to well known australians requesting they approve their names being attatched to media releases and leaflets publicising Citizens for Democracy activities on Nov. 11, 1976. |
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Folder 5/Item 33 |
Citizens for Democracy newsletter number one |
Citizens for Democracy |
Oct 21, 1976 |
2 loose sheets |
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Folder 5/Item 34 |
Labor '76: broadcast sunday 19th september, 1976 |
Labor Council of New South Wales |
Oct.7, 1976 |
Stapled sheets |
Radio broadcast being Bob Carr, Lionel Bowen and Donald Horne discussing the constitutional issues post Nov. 11, 1975 |
Folder 5/Item 35 |
What sort of constitution do we want?National Conference for a Democratic Republic 23-25 september 1977, Exhibition Building, Melbourne:Invitation |
National Conference for a Democratic Republic |
Sept. 23-25, 1977 |
Folded sheet |
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Folder 5/Item 36 |
Towards an Australian republic: public meeting Sydney Town Hall Tues March 8. 1977 |
Mar. 8,1977 |
sticker |
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Folder 5/Item 37 |
November 11 [1976] rally Town Hall Square, Sydney |
Nov. 11, 1976 |
sticker |
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Folder 5/Item 38 |
[Greek flyer advertising the meeting on 11 november 1976 Sydney Town Hall on the anniversary of the dismissal of Gough Whitlam] |
Citizens for Democracy |
Nov.11, 1976 |
3 loose sheets |
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Folder 5/Item 39 |
How to make Citizens for Democracy operational for fighting a december [1977]referendum |
Citizens for Democracy |
1977 |
Single sheet |
Organising worksheet for Citizens of democracy with handwritten annotations and handwritten list on verso. |
Folder 5/Item 40 |
Cadres meeting 7. X.76 [Handwritten meeting notes about the formation of Citizens for Democracy] |
Citizens for Democracy |
Oct.7, 1976 |
2 loose sheets |
Handwritten notes taken at a meeting during which Citizens for Democracy was formed |
Folder 5/Item 41 |
[Mr Abel member for the seat of Evans and Les McMahon labor member for the seat of Sydney speaking in the Commonwealth House of Representatives about the dismissal of Gough Whitlam and the upcoming meeting at Sydney Town Hall on 20 September 1976] |
Sept. 14, 1976. |
Stapled sheets |
Extract from Commonwealth Hansard Dept. 14, 1976 page 1020-1021.. Handwritten planning notes on verso. |
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Folder 5/Item 42 |
After Kerr..Towards an Australian republic: Public meeting Sydney Town Hall Tues March 8, 8pm 1977 |
Citizens for Democracy |
Mar. 8,1977 |
Poster |
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Folder 5/Item 43 |
[List of people who agreed to their name being included in a leaflet] |
Single sheet |
List of names. |
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Folder 6/Item 1 |
Republic Australia:a forum, program.Metaclfe Auditorium, State Library of NSW, saturday 14 august 1999. |
NSW Chapter of the Independent Scholars Association of Australia and The Library Society, State Library of NSW. |
Aug.14, 1999 |
Folded sheet |
A forum ahead of the Nov. 1999 referendum not to revisit the monarchy versus republic debate but to move on from there.The forum was to discuss the position given a republic what were the issues which demanded consideration and resolution. |
Folder 6/Item 2 |
Australian republican movement: a rally of australian sports people for the republic, Sydney Town Hall today. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
[July 29, 1997] |
Leaflet |
Master of ceremonies was H.G.Nelson. |
Folder 6/Item 3 |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Sticker |
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Folder 6/Item 4 |
Australia in the future-constitutional monarchy or republic? Mark Ryan v Tony Abbott. |
Public Relations Institute of Australia, NSW |
[Sept. 28, 1998] |
A debate at the september luncheon of the Public Relations Institute of Australia, NSW as the year 2000 approaches. |
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Folder 6/Item 5 |
The Hon Neville Wran AC QC on the Australian republic: Whitlam lecture series[ invitation]. |
Trade Union Education Foundation. |
Nov.19, 1977 |
Invitation |
Lecture held at Sydney Town Hall wednesday Nov. 19, 1997. |
Folder 6/Item 6 |
Republic day 11 november, 1979 |
Citizens for Democracy. |
Nov.11, 1979 |
Folded sheet |
Program of event held Sydney Town Hall. |
Folder 6/Item 7 |
Monarchy versus republic: should New Zealand retain the Queen of England as head of state? Or should we become a republic? [a gallery ballot paper]. |
A ballot paper for visitors to a New Zealand gallery exhibition to cast their vote on whether New Zealand should become a republic or retain the Queen of England as their monarch. |
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Folder 6/Item 8 |
A guide to the republic Yes. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
1999 |
Folded sheet |
Outlines how the current system of government worked in Australia in 1999 and how it would or would not change if a republic referendum was passed by a majority of people in Australia and a majority of states. |
Folder 6/Item 9 |
Questions and answers: next steps ro an Australian republic. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
1998 |
Folded sheet |
Outlines the constitutional model to be voted on at the constitutional referendum. |
Folder 6/Item 10 |
Frequently asked questions on the move to an australian head of state |
Australian Republican Movement. |
1998 |
Folded sheet |
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Folder 6/Item 11 |
How to vote republican in the Canberra by-election Saturday 25 march, 1995. |
Peter Zimmermann |
1995 |
Flyer |
This is a how to vote card for Joseph Cotta, candidate for the Republican Party of Australia. |
Folder 6/Item 12 |
The Anti-Treason Co-ordinate position paper. |
The Anti-Treason Co-ordinate. |
1989 |
Flyer |
One of the aims of the Anti-Treason Co-ordinate is to revise the role of the Governor General to better serve the purposes and responsibilities of the crown. |
Folder 6/Item 13 |
A New australian constitution: the Bi-centenary in 1988 is the time for a new democratic constitution. |
Citizens for Democracy. |
1984 |
Flyer |
Description of what the Citizens for Democracy stood for. |
Folder 6/Item 14 |
Australian League of Rights presents 1994 national seminar 'Behind the republic versus constitutional monarchy debate' : program. |
Australian League of Rights. |
1994 |
Brochure |
Objectives and policies of the Australian League of Rights are outlined on this program. |
Folder 6/Item 15 |
Yes for our republic and an australian as our head of state. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
1999 |
Folded sheet |
Brochure Hazel Hawke, John Newcombe, Natasha Stott Despoja and Janet Holmes A Court urging a republican vote at the Nov. 6, 1999 referendum. |
Folder 6/Item 16 |
Stand up and be counted: |
Australian Republican Movement. |
1997 |
Folded sheet |
How to vote for the Australian Republican Movement in the election between Nov. 3 and Dec. 9, 1997 to elect people to represent voters at the at the Australian Constitutional Convention Feb. 2-13, 1998. |
Folder 6/Item 17 |
It's your change that will get us there: membership information. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
A donation of $2,000 by 2,000 special members was encouraged by the year 2001. |
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Folder 6/Item 18 |
Republican dollars |
Republican Party of Australia |
Aug. 1997 |
Single sheet |
Extract from 'Coin news' august 1997 regarding the party writing to numismatic societies in Australia in march 1997 inviting them to sell their newly released set of 3 republican dollars for money notes. |
Folder 6/Item 19 |
If the referendum fails |
Republican Party of Australia |
1999 |
Single sheet |
Yhis is a listing of 7 reasons about what may have gone wrong if the republican referendum was to fail on 6 november 1999. |
Folder 6/Item 20 |
Australian republic: a public meeting at Randwick Town Hall thursday august 8th 1996. Speaker David Hill. |
Australian Republican Movement Eastern Suburbs Forum. |
Aug.8, 1996 |
Single sheet |
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Folder 6/Item 21 |
Australian republic to be or not to be? |
Campaign for the Popular Election of the Australian President. |
1999 |
Single sheet |
Flyer by community republicans who had been championing the popular election of the australian president. (P.E.P.) since the Republican Constitutional Convention in february 1998. |
Folder 6/Item 22 |
Forward to the future: not retreat to the past. |
Campaign for the Popular Election of the Australian President. |
Oct.3, 1998 |
Brochure |
Manifesto of the Republican Party of Australia, the community republicans for the pre-millennium poll, federal general election, saturday Oct. 3, 1998. |
Folder 6/Item 23 |
The ALP has sold out on uranium: media and general release. |
Republican Party of Australia |
Nov.30, 1984 |
Stapled sheets |
Media release about the ALP who campaigned for the phasing out of uranium in the 1977 election campaign failing to continue this policy. |
Folder 6/Item 24 |
Republicans chances in the Senate election'84: media and general release. |
Republican Party of Australia. |
Nov.29, 1984 |
Single sheet |
Peter Consandine the repuplican No.1 candidate comments. |
Folder 6/Item 25 |
The quest for an australian identity: media and general release. |
Republican Party of Australia |
Nov. 29, 1984. |
Single sheet |
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Folder 6/Item 26 |
Cash is Supreme! & folding money speaks volumes!! |
Republican Party of Australia |
March 15, 1997 |
Single sheet |
Flyer outlining the case for paper money to be replaced by hemp money. |
Folder 6/Item 27 |
Australian republican movement: |
Australian Republican Movement Committee. |
[1998] |
Folded sheet |
Tom Keneally outlines the case for australia to become a republic by the 100th anniversary of the promulgation of Australia, Jan. 1, 2001.Also listed are the 10 questions most frequently asked by people who he believes do not want change. |
Folder 6/Item 28 |
Towards an australian republic |
Australian Republican Movement. |
[1998] |
The Australian Republican Movement saw its role as to keep debate alive, to promote an understanding of the issues involved in the constitution and ensure there was a referendum to declare Australia a republic before 1 january 2001.This is a membership form. |
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Folder 6/Item 29 |
R we ready? Yes we are |
Australian Republican Movement |
[1998] |
Sticker |
2 copies |
Folder 6/Item 30 |
Tony Hockey letter urging the reading of a brochure sent out by the Australian Republican Movement. |
Australian Republican Movement |
[1998] |
Single sheet |
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Folder 6/Item 31 |
Australian Republican Movement fourth annual dinner Saturday november 26, 1994: programme. |
Australian Republican Movement |
Nov. 26, 1994 |
Invitation |
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Folder 6/Item 32 |
Towards an australian republic:issues for all australians. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
[1998] |
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Folder 6/Item 33 |
The People's Constitutional Convention december 1997, canberra. Topic: an australian head of state and the republic of Australia. You can vote on who is to attend from NSW to represent you. |
Australian Constitutional Movement |
1997 |
Flyer |
Outlines what is the People's Constitutional Convention and who is the Australian Republican Movement. |
Folder 6/Item 34 |
Letter to John Howard |
Peter Consandine. |
Jan. 20, 1997 |
Letter |
Letter in regard to the staging of the People's Constitutional Convention from the Australian Republican Party. |
Folder 6/Item 35 |
Letter to John Howard Annexure 'I': proposal for an indicative plebiscite 1997. |
Peter Consandine. |
Jan. 25, 1997 |
Letter |
Suggestion that when there is an election for 100 delegates and an also 10 questions to be asked of the electorate as to how a republic might work. |
Folder 6/Item 36 |
Letter to John Howard Annexure 'H': prposal for the people's convention 1997. |
Peter Consandine. |
Jan. 20, 1997 |
Letter |
Letter by Peter Consandine National Executive Director |
Folder 6/Item 37 |
The minimilist route to the Australian republic. |
Peter Consandine. |
[1998] |
Letter |
Letter by Peter Consandine National Executive Director outlining what the republic debate was about and the appointment of an australian head of state. |
Folder 6/Item 38 |
[Letter] |
Peter Consandine. |
1987 |
Stapled sheets |
Covering letter sent with the Republican Party of Australia's manifesto to those who have requested it. 7 priorities are outlined. |
Folder 6/Item 39 |
Letter sent with the 1st edition of 'the Republican' |
Peter Consandine. |
1987 |
Stapled sheets |
Letter asking the receiver to become a member of the Republican Party so it can go into its 5th election campaign as a registered entity.The Philosohical statement,party platform & pledges of the Republican Party of Australia for Senate Election, state of NSW, saturday 1st december 1984 is included. |
Folder 6/Item 40 |
The ALP & electoral reform fraud: media and general release. |
Peter Consandine. |
Nov. 29, 1984 |
Single sheet |
Outlines how the ALP is directing preferences to the Liberal/National Party. |
Folder 6/Item 41 |
The Republicans-not a single issue party: media and general release. |
Peter Consandine. |
Nov. 30, 1984 |
Single sheet |
Manifesto of the Republican Senate Team Group G for the 1984 australian election. |
Folder 6/Item 42 |
Elect a republican to the australian senate vote G group 1 & 2: how to vote sheet. |
1984 |
Single sheet |
How to vote sheet for the australian senate election 1984. |
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Folder 6/Item 43 |
This constitution is an amended version of the current Australian constitution. The amendments proposed are the changes necessary for Australia to become republic. |
Malcolm Turnbull. |
1993 |
Stapled sheets |
This version of the constitution is from'The Reluctant Republic' by Malcolm Turnbull. |
Folder 6/Item 44 |
You are invited to the 1998 Republican dinner on thursday 10 december, 1998 at the Regent Hotel, George Street, The Rocks. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Dec. 10,1998 |
Invitation |
Special address by Richard Butler,executive chairman, United Nations Special Commission, former Australian Ambassador to the United Nations. |
Folder 6/Item 45 |
You are invited to the Republic Cup thursday 16th november, 1995 7pm Rooty Hill RSL club. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Nov. 16, 1995 |
Invitation |
Roy Slaven and H.G.Nelson hosted a fun filled night including a trivia quiz to take home the Republic Cup. |
Folder 6/Item 46 |
The Australian Republican Movement invites you to the launch of its new Communications Campaign at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Circular Quay West on 24 October 1994. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Oct. 24, 1994 |
Invitation |
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Folder 6/Item 47 |
The Republicans...Advancing Australia for Australians: the March 13th senate election platform of the Republican Party of Australia. |
Republican Party of Australia |
Mar. 13, 1993 |
Folded sheet |
How to vote Republicans into the Australian Senate and a listing of the Republican stance on 15 issues. |
Folder 6/Item 48 |
An open letter to the premier of Queensland Bjelke-Petersen. |
Peter Consandine. |
Apr. 30, 1987 |
Single sheet |
A letter challenging Bjelke Petersen to a public debate on the issue of'The Government & economic advantages of Australia becoming a republic. |
Folder 6/Item 49 |
[Declaration of membership of the Republican Party of Australia.] |
Republican Party of Australia. |
Single sheet |
Declaration sent to the Registrar of Political Parties, Australian Electoral Commission] |
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Folder 6/Item 50 |
The Republic Advisory Committee. |
Malcolm Turnbull. |
Oct. 5, 1993 |
Stapled sheets |
A review by the committee chairman, Malcolm Turnbull. |
Folder 6/Item 51 |
Towards a republic: a guide to activities of the Australian Republican Movement. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
[1998] |
Stapled sheets |
Explains why they want a republic, key issues, initiatives in development and what members can do to support the republican movement in the lead up to the referendum in 1999. 2 copies. |
Folder 6/Item 52 |
The move to a republic. |
Michael Ward. |
[1998] |
Stapled sheets |
Outlines why the Australian Republican Movement thought Australia should become a republic, what is a republic and what an Australian republic would look like. |
Folder 6/Item 53 |
[Constitutional Centenary Foundation membership form]. |
Constitutional Centenary Foundation. |
[1998] |
Single sheet |
The foundation was independent, non partisan and had no preconceived views on whether the Australian constitutional system needed to be changed or what changes might be desirable. It aimed to be a forum for positive debate. |
Folder 6/Item 54 |
Towards constitutional reform & 1988: [a 5 tape audio cassette kit]. |
Peter Consandine. |
1986 |
Stapled sheets |
Topics and speakers are outlined. Exec Tape Productions. |
Folder 6/Item 55 |
Australian Republican Movement Lower North Shore Forum Newsletter Issue 1, February 1996. |
Feb. 1996 |
Stapled sheets |
Convenor was Tony Hockey. |
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Folder 6/Item 56 |
Republic: the quarterly newletter of the Australian Republican Movement. winter 1995, number 2 volume 3. |
1995 |
This issue includes John Howard addressing the republic. |
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Folder 6/Item 57 |
Introduction to the ARM. |
Australian Republican Movement |
[1997] |
Stapled sheets |
Printed sheets from http://www.republic.org.au |
Folder 6/Item 58 |
[Form to complete for those who wish to become pro-active Republican Party of Australia members.] |
Republican Party of Australia. |
1995 |
Single sheet |
Membership form listing tasks and responsibilities available for volunteers. |
Folder 6/Item 59 |
Republic in New South Wales. volume 1, number 2, november 1996. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Nov. 1996 |
Folded sheet |
A roundup from various forums is included. |
Folder 6/Item 60 |
Post election announcement. |
Republican Party of Australia. |
Dec. 7, 1984 |
Press release |
Results of the party in the 1st december 1984 senate election for NSW. The party attracted 526 primary votes.[from National Times Dec. 7, 1984.] |
Folder 6/Item 61 |
Application for party membership. |
Republican Party of Australia. |
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Folder 6/Item 62 |
Peats By-election. |
Republican Party of Australia. |
Jan. 1985 |
Press release |
The announcement of the endorsement of Keith Whitfield for the Republican Party nomination for the Saturday, Feb. 2, 1985 poll. National Times January 25-31, 1985 announcement. |
Folder 6/Item 63 |
Historic announcement from the Republican Party of Australia inaugural annual convention Albury-Wodonga, easter april18,19,20 1987 |
Republican Party of Australia. |
Apr. 18-20, 1987 |
Single sheet |
Copy for inclusion in the Weekend Australian on saturday Feb. 21, 1987. 2 copies |
Folder 6/Item 64 |
Australian Republican Movement order form. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Single sheet |
Order form for t-shirts caps and stickers. |
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Folder 6/Item 65 |
Australian Republican Movement launches new communications program. |
Australian Republican Movement. |
Oct.24, 1994 |
Press release |
Includes list of ambassadors for the republic. |
Folder 6/Item 66 |
Australian Republican Movement: [key themes and key issues to promote. |
Republican Party of Australia. |
[1998] |
Single sheet |
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Folder 7/Item 1 |
Succession- could another state attempt it? |
David Black |
1992 |
Stapled sheets |
Discussion of how the movement to a republic may give rise to successionist movements. |
Folder 7/Item 2 |
Citizens for Democracy will give a republican greeting to Betty Windsor at the opening of Mt Druitt Hospital, 12 noon, october 11th, 1982. |
Citizens For Democracy |
Oct. 11, 1982 |
Invitation |
Betty Windsor refers to Queen Elizabeth 11 who was visiting Australia and Mount Druitt Hospital. |
Folder 7/Item 3 |
Australian Republic Party: what we stand for. |
Australian Republican Party. |
Flyer |
Flyer urging vote 1 for J.R. Phillips, endorsed Republican Party candidate.The flyer outlines the party policy on a range of issues. |
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Folder 7/Item 4 |
The Constitution of the Australian Republican Party. |
Australian Republican Party, Victorian Branch. |
Stapled sheets |
This document describes the structure and functions of the party. |
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Folder 7/Item 5 |
Australia is ready for a republic are you? |
Republic Association |
Single sheet |
The flyer says that the 'Republic Association is an active non partisan group whose objective is the republic and a unified country' |
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Folder 7/Item 6 |
[Letter from J.G.Dickinson of the Australian Republican Party, Victoria Branch, September 29, 1967 to Mr A Watson, Department of Government, University of Sydney in response to his request for infomation.] |
J.G.Dickinson. |
Sept. 29, 1967 |
Letter |
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Folder 7/Item 7 |
Application for membership |
Australian Republican Party, Victoria Branch |
[1968] |
Single sheet |
The membership form questions included asking members attitude to communism and which political parties that were already in parliament that they would favour. |
Folder 7/Item 8 |
Australian Republican Party, Victoria Branch in at nutshell , questions and answers. |
Australian Republican Party, Victoria Branch |
[1968] |
Single sheet |
Future plans included an aim to establish as many local branches as possible and to contest all Victorian seats in the1969 elections. |
Folder 7/Item 9 |
An outline of the general policies of the Australian Republican Party |
Australian Republican Party, Victoria Branch |
Aug. 6, 1967 |
Stapled sheets |
Many subjects are addressed including China, conscription, Vietnam, defence, northern Australia, decentralisation, social welfare, housing, immigration, taxes, education and Australia's relations with other countries. |