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Former PM wanted to arrest the man who sacked Whitlam

Two former prime ministers have given a behind-the-scenes look at the machinations leading up to the Whitlam dismissal, 50 years on from the political saga.

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Secret tunnels and haunted buildings are some of Canberra's mysteries

The ACT is rumoured to have ghosts haunting multiple locations.

The Canberra Times

Relocated workers cottage from the flooded Acton Peninsula up for auction

Its original owners helped build Old Parliament House.

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House of Representatives chamber at Old Parliament House gets a facelift

Arts Minister Tony Burke on Monday night officially reopened the chamber.

The Canberra Times

What's new at Old Parliament House?

Pull the wool over our eyes or get along to the Brumbies.

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Fire restoration of Old Parliament House wins award

It comes two years after the historic doors were set on fire.

The Canberra Times

Back to the 80s: Old Parliament House steps back in time for Enlighten

From Elton John to Aussie politics, this artist has done it all.

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'Forceful, charismatic' leader escapes jail for Old Parliament House fire role

'Remain within the guardrails of a peaceful democracy,' man told.

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Man involved in Old Parliament House fire avoids prison

Bruce Shillingsworth Jr has been given an 18-month suspended prison sentence for his role in a fire at Old Parliament House that caused $5.2 million in damages.

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Something special and Canberra-centric for your Christmas tree

And there are only 200 available.

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Political Cartoonist of the Year brought a lightness of touch in a grim year

Fiona Katauskas' work this year appeared in The Echidna.

The Canberra Times

Arsonist admits Old Parliament House fire wasn't 'honourable'

The man 'has been isolating himself in fear of public criticism'.

The Canberra Times

ACT only jurisdiction to vote 'yes' on Voice to Parliament

Antony Green called it for Canberra in the early stages of counting.

The Canberra Times

'No!': Protester points angrily at jury as Old Parliament House arsonists found guilty

The destructive fire caused $5.3 million worth of damage to the historic building.

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Former treasurer Kerin remembered with state funeral

The country's longest serving primary industries minister and former treasurer John Kerin has been honoured at a state funeral at Old Parliament House.

The Canberra Times

Nothing like a dame. Or two. Statues of trailblazers unveiled in Canberra

The sculpture of the first women elected to federal parliament has been unveiled in Canberra, on International Women's Day.

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Old Parliament House fire bill hits $5.3m

The Museum of Australian Democracy - better known as Old Parliament House - has put its fire damage bill at $5.3 million.

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Man in court after Old Parliament break-in

A 27-year-old man has faced court after allegedly breaking into Canberra's Old Parliament House.

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Man accused of Old Parliament House break-in 'thought people were trapped'

The Commonwealth property was broken into early on Tuesday morning.

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Solving the mystery of the Old Parliament House air tragedy

Until now, the location of a fatal plane crash at the opening of Old Parliament House has been sketchy, at best.

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Bruce Shillingsworth Jr committed to stand trial in ACT Supreme Court over alleged involvement in arson of Old Parliament House

A major player in anti-government demonstrations outside Old Parliament House in Canberra is committed for trial in the ACT Supreme Court.

The Canberra Times

Alleged Old Parliament House fire 'ringleader' queries 'origin of power'

Bruce Shillingsworth jnr has been committed to the ACT Supreme Court to stand trial on charges connected with last year's damaging blaze.

The Canberra Times

'I'm not a criminal': Man claims he pushed cops down stairs in self-defence

The Melbourne man, accused of being involved in setting fire to Old Parliament House in December, allegedly assaulted two police officers.

The Canberra Times

Accused Old Parliament House arsonist 'under duress' to appear in court

A Victorian man charged with arson related to the Old Parliament House fire last December has been committed for trial.

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Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House reopened to the public after repair of fire-damaged building

The Museum of Australian Democracy reopens at Old Parliament House after months of repairs to the historical building.

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