"The independence of the Australian colonies is not a mere abstract idea. It is as certainly approaching as is the dawn of tomorrow's sun"
This is what People's Advocate (Sydney 17.07.1854) wrote 154 years ago… Aren’t we running late? There are just a few remaining colonies and monarchies in the world – do we have to be the last? Society divided in Royals and commons can never be democratic and has nothing to do with equality. Now is the time to choose – let’s have one last and fair referendum.
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