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Bicentenary Events

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Be part of celebrating a momentous milestone for parliamentary democracy in Australia, with an exciting program of events, exhibitions and conversations marking 200 years of the NSW Legislative Council. ​

We’ll hit the road with community forums in regional NSW, host evening talks with past and present members to uncover their stories and passions, showcase some of the state’s incredible creative talent, hear from eminent historians, and open the doors of Parliament House for a special commemorative event.

Check out upcoming and past events below. For further details or questions, email us at [email protected]​. You can also follow us on Facebook and X (Twitter)​ to stay updated. ​
​ Upcoming Events​
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​​​Bicentenary Seminar Series
Then & Now: People, Power & Representation​
18 April 2024, 6:00PM​
Enjoy an evening of lively conversation and debate as we unpack ground-breaking moments in the NSW Legislative Council’s 200-year history. You’ll hear experiences and anecdotes from six Council members, past and present. Tickets are $20 and include one drink and canapé. ​

Bicentenary Concert Series​  
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Bicentenary Concert Series​
Next Concert, ​15 May 2024​
The Bicentenary Concert Series returns for 2024 with a series of six free lunchtime concerts to be held in NSW Parliament's Fountain Court.
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​​​​​​Regional Roadshows​​​
Democracy on the move!​
Lismore Community Forum, ​4 April 2024​
Port Macquarie Community Forum, ​10 April 2024​
Armidale Community Forum, 2 May 2024
Bathurst Community Forum, 30 May 2024
Batemans Bay Community Forum, 27 June 2024​
Wagga Wagga Community Forum, 1 August 2024
Parliament of NSW is hitting the road to celebrate the Bicentenary of the Legislative Council and we're coming to a town near you!

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Bicentenary Seminar Series
Pride​
13 June 2024​

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Bicentenary Seminar Series
The CALD Experience
18 July 2024​

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Bicentenary Seminar Series
Country to Coast
22 August 2024​

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Back to Parliament Day
25 August 2024​

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Bicentenary Seminar Series
The 90s
25 August 2024​

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Bicentenary Seminar Series
Gudyarra
12 September 2024​

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Bicentenary Exhibition at NSW Parliament House
1 October to 29 November 2024​
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​​ Past Events
September 2022 Conference​  ​

​​​HISTORY CONFERENCE
The Spark: The Act that brought Parliament and the Supreme Court to NSW
Past event, held 13 and 14 November 2023​​
Our first Bicentenary event for 2023 was held across 13 and 14 November - a fascinating history conference exploring all things related to the NSW Act of 1823 and the beginnings of good governance in NSW.
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September 2022 Conference  
​​​HISTORY CONFERENCE
The State of the Colony: People, Place and Politics in 1823
Past event, held 8 September and 24 November 2022
This conference explored key figures and events in the history of the Legislative Council, early colony and Aboriginal community, with sessions delivered by well-known academics and engaging authors.
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​​​​EXHIBITION
Unlocking the House
Past event, held 27 September - 27 October 2022
​Special Bicentenary exhibition 'Unlocking the House' opened the door to stories, accomplishments and curiosities from across the Legislative Council's history. While the exhibition's run at Parliament House has since finished, you can still click the link above to explore the fascinating information and imagery it showcased.
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