10 Facts About Australian Constitution

Australian Constitution was drafted between 1891 and 1898, through a series of conventions conducted by representatives of the six self-governing British colonies in Australia.

The British government objected to some elements of the final draft, but a slightly modified form was enacted as section 9 of the Commonwealth of Australia Australian Constitution Act 1900, an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.

Political movements to federate the Australian Constitution colonies grew to prominence in the mid 19th century.

In 1895, the six premiers of the Australian Constitution colonies agreed to establish a new Convention by popular vote.

Australian Constitution Day is celebrated on 9 July, the date the constitution became law in 1900.

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Australian Constitution Day was first held on 9 July 2000 to mark the centenary of the constitution in the lead up to the Centenary of Federation.

Australian Constitution is divided into eight chapters, collectively containing 128 sections.

Chapter VIII: Alteration of the Australian Constitution is a single section providing for amendments.

Australian Constitution contains a schedule setting out the wording of the oath and affirmation of allegiance.

Debates on whether Australian Constitution should become a republic have existed since Federation.