History
Parliament of the United Kingdom |
|
| Long title | An act to constitute the Commonwealth of Australia |
|---|---|
| Chapter | 1900 chapter 12: 63 and 64 Vict |
| Territorial extent |
|
| Dates | |
| Royal Assent | 9 July 1900 |
| Commencement | 1 January 1901 |
| Status: Amended | |
The history of the Constitution of Australia began with moves towards federation in the 19th century, which culminated in the federation of the Australian colonies to form the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. However, the Constitution has continued to develop since then, with two laws having particularly significant impact on the constitutional status of the nation.
Read more about this topic: Constitution Of Australia
Famous quotes containing the word history:
“Every literary critic believes he will outwit history and have the last word.”
—Mason Cooley (b. 1927)
“History takes time.... History makes memory.”
—Gertrude Stein (1874–1946)
“Don’t give your opinions about Art and the Purpose of Life. They are of little interest and, anyway, you can’t express them. Don’t analyse yourself. Give the relevant facts and let your readers make their own judgments. Stick to your story. It is not the most important subject in history but it is one about which you are uniquely qualified to speak.”
—Evelyn Waugh (1903–1966)