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Naked Democracy: Governing Victoria 1856-2006
This free exhibition celebrates the 150th anniversary of self-government in Victoria, revisiting the highs and lows of Victorian government, politics and democracy. It spans the 1856 introduction of the secret ballot, women's struggle for voting rights, the emergence of political parties, the 1923 police strike, the Bolte years and the constitutional reforms of 2006. As part of the Eight Hour Day project, Naked Democracy will be in the Keith Murdoch Gallery of the State Library of Victoria from 2 June - 1 October 2006. For more information visit www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/exhibitions
150th Anniversary of the secret ballot
In March 1856 the Parliament of Victoria introduced the secret ballot; a world first in electoral administration. The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) commissioned publication of Making Voting Secret to commemorate this milestone as of the Parliament of Victoria’s 150th anniversary. To purchase a copy contact the VEC on 13 18 32 or visit Parliament’s 150th anniversary travelling exhibition Bills, Bells and Ballots – 150 year’s of Victoria’s Parliament. For more information about the VEC visit www.vec.vic.gov.au
150th Anniversary of the Eight Hour Day
2006 marks the 150th anniversary of the Eight Hour Day in Victoria. Action taken by stonemasons on 21 April 1856 led to the establishment and maintenance of the Eight Hour Day, recognised internationally as a world first. To mark the anniversary, a series of events will run throughout the year. For more information visit Eight Hour Day www.8hourday.org.au
And your petitioners humbly pray…150 years of petitions in Victoria
An exhibition jointly developed by Parliament of Victoria and Public Record Office Victoria.
The exhibition gives visitors a chance to lift the archive lid and view a selection of previously unseen petitions presented to the Victorian Parliament. Petitions range from the quirky and one-off to those that have influenced Victorian legislation, including the famous Ned Kelly petition.
See the events section for more information.