What is federation?
Federation describes the creation of Australia as a nation. On 1 January 1901, the 6 British colonies – New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia – joined together to become states of Australia. They gave up some of their powers and responsibilities to the newly formed federal – national – Parliament. The new nation was known as the Commonwealth of Australia.
Members of the Australasian Federation Conference, 1890.
National Library of Australia, AN14292110
Members of the Australasian Federation Conference, 1890.
National Library of Australia, AN14292110
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A sepia-toned photograph of a group of men in formal attire in front of a building portico. Six men (including one wearing a top hat) are seated on chairs. Eight men stand behind. Henry Parkes is fourth from left and Alfred Deakin is sixth from left.
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