The Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) at Old Parliament House (OPH) is a modern museum located inside a heritage-listed building that was once home to Australia’s national parliament (from 1927 to 1988). Its purpose is to:
• showcase OPH, through its collections and historical interpretation to enable visitors to understand the importance it played in shaping Australia today
• foster a museum for the people, by delivering organisational excellence in serving the Australian community
• share the story of Australian democracy, its social and political history and explore how this heritage has shaped Australia’s unique democracy
• inspire Australians to participate in their democracy, by developing innovative and informative content.
Further information
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Type of Body
R. Management Board
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Executive Agency, under Section 65 Public Service Act 1999
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
8
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
X. Internal Management
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Auditor
ANAO
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Function Categorization
Board
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
18 King George Terrace
Parkes ACT 2600
Australia
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | Mr. Barrie Cassidy | 21 August 2026 | 20 August 2029 |
| Deputy Chair | Ms. Lenda Oshalem | 22 January 2025 | 22 July 2027 |
| Member | Ms. Sarah Davies AM | 9 April 2025 | 8 April 2028 |
| Member | The Hon. Linda Burney MP | 21 August 2026 | 20 August 2029 |
| CEO/Executive Director/Managing Director | Ms. Stephanie Bull | 22 February 2023 | 21 February 2028 |
| Member | The Hon. Warren Snowdon | 22 January 2025 | 21 January 2028 |
| Member | Ms. Susan Knowles | 8 July 2024 | 7 July 2027 |
| Member | Ms. Niki Savva | 28 March 2024 | 27 March 2027 |
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