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The Idea
Sir Henry Parkes, Premier Of New South Wales, has a vision of the colonies federating. So he urges them to do so. -
The Convention
The first National Australasian Convention is held in Sydney and they then draft a constitution. -
People's Say
Alfred Deakin leads the people of Australia to start a People's Confrence which urges the states to draft a constitution. -
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Yes To Federation
Btween April and July referendrums are held and South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania say yes to the constitution.
Later in September Queensland agrees. -
The Nation
Queen Victoria signs the Commenwealth of Australia Constitution Act.
Westeren Australia agrees to The Act.
