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Parliamentarians and staff who are not connected to the parliamentary network can access library services by calling us on 02 6277 2500, or emailing us at libraryenquiries@aph.gov.au.

Parliamentary Handbook

The Parliamentary Handbook provides information on the parliamentary service and biographical details of current and former Senators and Members, and serves as a reference of all ministries, shadow ministries, parliamentary committees and electorates since Federation.

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Library publications about the Parliament

'From mayor to minister': parliamentarians who started in local government
'Convoluted and Byzantine': Federal Court calls for better scrutiny of laws by ministers and parliament
Four-year parliamentary terms
Australia's Parliament House in 2023: a Chronology
Women in parliament and politics: a quick guide to key internet links
Gender composition of Australian parliaments by party: a quick guide
35th Anniversary of Parliament House: a chronology
Same building - different chamber: Parliamentarians who have been an MP and Senator
2023 Parliamentary remuneration and business resources: a quick guide
Ethical AI and the Australian public sector: plotting an unknown course
Digital Identity (Digital ID) consultation process
The Parliamentary Librarian: Then and Now
How Australia refers to the Palestinian Territories
Cultural diversity in the 47th Parliament: a quick guide
Sizing up national parliaments: where does Australia sit?
Proposals to increase parliamentary scrutiny of Defence: a quick guide
Parliamentary party status
When I grow up, I want to be … a politician
“Witnessing democracy in action”: the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate
Civics education: is Australia making the grade?

Parliamentary Handbook

The Parliamentary Handbook contains the biographical details of the current and former Senators and Members, and serves as a reference of all ministries, shadow ministries, parliamentary committees, electorates and election results since Federation.

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Learn about the history of Parliament, the federal capital and federation through art and publications.
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