On This Day: May 9, 1988 – New Parliament House Officially Opens in Canberra

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On This Day: May 9, 1988 – New Parliament House Officially Opens in Canberra.

On this day May 9, 1988, the New Parliament House in Canberra was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II. The event marked a major moment in Australian history, celebrating the bicentenary of European settlement and symbolizing a modern era of governance. The building replaced the Old Parliament House, which had served as the seat of government since 1927.

Designed by Mitchell Giurgola and Thorp Architects, the structure was built into Capital Hill and features sweeping lawns that...
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