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British colonies in Australia could decide themselves but follow British laws.
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Inter-colonial conference held to discuss customs duties for trade.
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Draft bill to constitute the Federal Council of Australasia.
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British parliament passes Federal Council of Australasia Act.
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Sir Henry Parkes gives speech in Tenterfield which begins public debate about possible federation.
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People were talking about Australia becoming a nation.
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Meeting held by colony representatives to discuss a constitution.
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A severe economic reccession hits the colonies.
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Federation groups decided Australia should vote.
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All colonial premiers meet in Hobart and agree that the resolution from the Corrowa conference should proceed.
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Colonies discuss the draft Constitution except Queensland.
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People of Australia decide on Parliament.
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Despite majority in every other colony, Constitution Bill not passed.
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Discussions held to make nations capital between Sydney and Melbourne. Constitution succeeded.
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Queen Victoria decrees Australia to become a nation. Gold discovered in Western Australia and people flock to stake claims.
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Commonwealth of Australia officially formed.
