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Behind the News: Civics Series: The History of Voting
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The History of Voting
Season 1  |  Episode 2  |  ABC Me  |  September 7, 2017

Civics and citizenship

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All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

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The Three Levels of Government  |  Season 1  |  Episode 3  |  ABC Me

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Behind the News: Civics Series

The History of Voting  |  Season 1  |  Episode 2  |  ABC Me

All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.
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