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Federation Proposal
Sir Earl Gray proposes a loose colonial federation. -
Telegraph Patened
Telegraph it installed in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide -
Telegraph revolution
Telegraph helped the cause of federation massivly as it brought the new southern land together as a nation. By 1876, telegraph was installed all around australia, in the major cities. -
The Bulletin is Publised
Anoother step forward in federation, The Bulletin was Australia`s first newspaper. It was also nicknamed "The Bushman`s Bible" by many. -
First Census
The first census in Australia is held. Due to the laws at the time, aboringinal people were excluded. -
Sir Henry Parkes Speech
At Tenterfield, "The Father of Federation" made a famous speech supporting federation. -
The Australian Constitution
The referendum is finally passed in Western Australia, and the Australian Constitution is finally drawn up and signed by Queen Victoria. -
Federation
Australia finally becomes it`s own country on new years. Also note that Queen Victoria died the same month as federation
