The history of Australian diplomacy is well-represented across our collections. You will find unique primary sources such as interviews and manuscript collections of diplomats reflecting their experiences and the greater context of world events.

Discover the extensive collection of official UN records and publications that twe provides access to.

Learn more about these types of delegated and where to find them in our collections, relevant state or territory collecting institutions, and online.

Learn what Bills and explanatory memoranda are, their purpose in the law-making process, and where they can be found.

Find out more about the legislation of the Australian states and territories.

Discover more about the legislation of the Australian Capital Territory.

Locate Commonwealth legislation online and in our collections, including point-in-time versions, reprints, and consolidated legislation.

Find what constitutes law, how laws are made, and the different levels of legislation within Australia’s federal system of government.

This guide explains how to find and access Australian legislation, organised by level of government (federal, state/territory, and local) and by type of law, including primary legislation (Acts or statutes) and delegated legislation (subordinate legislation). 

Find key resources from federal, state, territory and local governments, explore notable collections and discover how to access materials that have shaped Australia’s political history.

Find Australian political memorabilia and historical records which throw light on the influences and changes that have shaped our politics and political systems over the decades.

Elections and referendums are key turning points in Australia’s political history.