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Federal Oak

Tree, planted on 27 March 1890 by the 'Father of Federation', Sir Henry Parkes, to commemorate the 1890 Australasian Federation Conference held at nearby Parliament House.

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Burston Reserve
33 Parliament Pl
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Great Petition
Large-scale sculpture unveiled in December 2008 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote in Victoria. The sculpture is a white scroll-like structure, which is twenty metres long and imposing on the small reserve.
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Parliament House of Victoria
Built between 1856 and 1879, the Australian federal parliament sat in this impressive building from 1901 to 1927 while Canberra was built. It now houses the state parliament. The majestic façade can be seen right down Bourke St. Tours of the assembly halls and libraries are conducted when parliament is not in session. Visitors are also welcome to sit in the public gallery when parliament is in session.
Mon-Fri 9:30AM-3:45PM. Tours: Sat Sun 9:30AM, 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 1:30PM, 2:30PM and 3:45PM; on sitting Tuesdays, 9:30AM, 10:30AM and 11:30AM · Free
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Strangers Corridor
1 Spring St