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Australia’s most notorious shipwreck tells a story of murder, slavery, mutiny—and, now, ‘surprisingly sophisticated’ trade in the 17th century
In 1629, the Batavia wrecked in the Houtman Abrolhos Islands off western Australia, setting off a horrifying chain of events ...
Anna Clark could have titled her book “Remaking Australian History”, for that is its narrative arc. She celebrates a change in the stories Australians can tell of their nation: from a heroic tale of ...
Increased land management by Aboriginal people in southeastern Australia around 6,000 years ago cut forest shrub cover in half, according to our new study published in Science of fossil pollen trapped ...
In July, a new date was published that pushed the opening chapters of Australian history back to 65,000 years ago. It is the latest development in a time revolution that has gripped the nation over ...
Australia is described as the lucky country. A simple internet search will tell you it is celebrated by those near and far for its beautiful scenery, its beaches, animals, laid-back culture, climate ...
The book and documentary were officially launched by Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia with remarks by the Honourable Chris Minns, Premier of New South ...
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January 26 represents a painful day in history for many — but it appears the official Australia Day body has opted to wipe that history altogether. A new arrival to Australia, wanting to know more ...
In 1789, a horrific outbreak devastated Indigenous Australians around Sydney Harbor. Up to 70% of local First Nations people died. For over 200 years, the cause remained a mystery. Now, scientists ...
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