Our former prime minister drowned so we named a pool after him.
A concise history of convict transportation from Great Britain to Australia. this is the first installment of a series 'The Convicts'.
The Australia II yacht made history in the world’s oldest sporting trophy by winning the 1983 America’s Cup for Royal Perth Yacht Club. Skippered by John Bertrand with an innovative winged keel design, she was the first successful Cup challenger, ending 132-year tenure by the Americas Yacht Clubs. Inspiring a proud and winning spirit, this Australia II wooden model yacht makes a fine nautical decoration to the theme of any office or study-room. Key Features Of This 60cm Australia II Sailboat Model – Detailed Version: Dimensions: 60 x 10 x 76cm with stand. Hand-built using individual wooden planks. Details on the deck, including the helm wheel, rope coils and cleats. Sailed are printed. Meticulously painted ensures the model matches the colour scheme of the real Australia II. Pre-assembled and just need small assembly with provided instructions. No rigging is needed to be died, and masts are put down to ensure damage-free shipping. The model attached onto a sturdy wooden base with nameplate for perfect display. The Australia II yacht model is also available in bigger sizes 40cm & 80cm.
I used to live in Western Australia but I only went to Albany recently. I have crafted a list of things to do in and around Albany Australia.
Welcome to Country app created to educate population about Australia's first people.
In the 21st century we are accustomed to thinking of imprisonment as one of the more obvious forms of punishment for convicted criminals. This was not so in the past.
"Whoa." - You, after reading this post.
Research suggests that the original occupants of Tasmania, the Palawa, lost their ability to fish and omitted scale-fish from their diet. But is there more to the story?
The Sydney Opera House designed by the Danish architect Jørn Utzon is celebrating its 40th birthday. We look back at iconic images of the Unesco World Heritage site
This unit presents a learning sequence for Year 6 students to develop their historical inquiry skills by investigating the key figures and events that led to Australia's Federation. Individually and as a group they will produce a range of presentation formats, narratives and descriptions of life at the time of Federation, based on evidence from their examination of historical sources
The works of more than 150 artists have taken over three exhibition spaces at the National Gallery of Singapore as part of the exhibition 'Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia'.
The foundation stone for the Fremantle Markets, Western Australia's oldest market, was laid in 1897. It is one of the few buildings in Australia that continues to be used for its original purpose. In 1897, visitors to the markets arrived by horse and cart; today you can catch the train from Perth...
Australian Colony Development.
A top politician has backed university guidelines saying students should refer to Britain's "invasion" of Australia.
Today marks 175 years since the invention of photography.
Welcome to Perthtravelers, a travel site dedicated to helping you plan your dream holiday. We promise you honest reviews of destinations we have been to.
Does Australia have an "obsession" with war and militarism?
Australia is a continent like no other.
The myth of a country devoid of indigenous architecture - "architecture nullius" - has long persisted.
Early 1982
Looking for the best things to do in Newcastle NSW? Discover some of the best local hidden gems, activities, tours, beaches and so much more
The Social Travel Network for Fremantle. Meet up with locals and fellow travelers in Fremantle. Share travel experiences, activities, accommodation and advice.
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Australia is a continent like no other.
In this hub will find interesting things that you may not know about Australia.
Just a big list of the 50 biggest things: the biggest plane, biggest train, biggest hole, biggest pole, and more. We like big things, and we cannot lie.
Looking for what to do in Merimbula, New South Wales? It does have many attractions to keep you occupied, check the post to learn more!
If you and your family are planning a trip to Australia and need somewhere off the beaten path to go and experience the culture of Australia, Christmas Island is a great place to go. It is beautiful, it has a lot to see and do as a family, and you can be fully immersed in the culture of the island.
Explore the profound significance of Anzac Day, the legacy of the ANZAC soldiers, and the powerful traditions of respect, honour, and remembrance that unite us.
Look closer at these rare photos that show dark and mysterious revelations thought to be lost to history, they each show a piece of the past that was once believed to be buried. The photos and stories collected here will take everything you know about history and turn it upside down, changing much of what you thought you knew about the past.Each picture that we've included here deserves a long look.
I wonder which way the toilets flush down here?
Picturesque places for a holiday.
"Whoa." - You, after reading this post.
"Whoa." - You, after reading this post.
"Whoa." - You, after reading this post.
Whether due to the vast distances separating Australia from the rest of the world or merely general apathy, popular understanding of the native Aboriginal culture of Australia remains limited. Beyond stereotypes and simplifications, often combining the native peoples of all non-European cultures into a single homogeneous amalgam, general knowledge concerning…
With a euro summer fast approaching, venture beyond the regular hotspots and explore the lesser-known gems, where ancient history, crowd-free beaches and delectable cuisines await
Get out of the water!
The Trove digital service has been releasing some of the more quirky old maps of Australia, starting with a graphic dividing the country up into the sheep haves and have-nots.
Pack your bags and take a trip to Perth, Australia! Visiting Perth surprised us. Although the capital of West Australia, it didn’t have the hustle and…
Australia is a continent like no other.
"Whoa." - You, after reading this post.
Dangerous Australians: 11 things that can kill you in Australia, how to avoid them, what to do if you come across them and why you should still visit Australia.
The Sydney Opera House designed by the Danish architect Jørn Utzon is celebrating its 40th birthday. We look back at iconic images of the Unesco World Heritage site
