Category Archives: Media Release

Due to remedial works being undertaken on the East Block building, the National Archives is moving just around the corner to Old Parliament House (OPH) from 16 October 2017 to late 2018. The Archives will not be taking school bookings while relocated at OPH. During this time Archives’ Education staff will be working on developing enhanced school visitor experiences for the Archives’ return to East Block in late 2018. In the meantime, you can visit us online for high-quality educational… Read More ➝

BUSY At Work is pleased to launch the redesign of the new look Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) website. PACER is an initiative of the Australian Government which provides financial assistance for students in Years 4-12 across Australia to travel to the nation’s capital, Canberra. To qualify, schools must be located at least 150 kilometers from Canberra. Under PACER, students have the opportunity to learn about civics and citizenship through visits to Parliament House, the Museum of Australian Democracy… Read More ➝