Hanged by Nosey Bob
Australian colonies had capital punishment usually by hanging which continued after Federation into the 20th century.…
Australian history
How fortunetelling captured the hearts of 20th century Australians
At the beginning of the 20th century, psychics and fortunetellers cast a spell on the Australian…
How the Melbourne International Film Festival began 70 years ago
In 1952 the town of Olinda in Victoria hosted Australia’s first ever film festival. Showcasing international…
Ben Boyd Road Renaming Controversy
Last year, a petition was launched to rename Ben Boyd Road in North Sydney over the…
Maritime Union $5000 Poster Contest
The MUA (Maritime Union of Australia) has recently announced and launched a design themed poster competition.…
Dictionary Of Sydney: NZ was Once Part of NSW
Did you know that New Zealand was considered part of New South Wales? This month is…
Is The National Archives of Australia Failing to Preserve History?
How important do you think it is to look back on our history as a nation…
Dictionary of Sydney- A Grim Worker Dispute
These days we might take for granted our right to legal representation and worker rights but…
Sweet Profanity: A History of Swearing Women
Dr Amanda Laugesen is an historian and lexicographer working at ANU. She takes us through the…
Australia’s ANZAC Legend
Military history, primarily through the ANZAC legend, is at the core of Australian national identity. As…
Parramatta Foundations Mini-Doco Series
2020 has been a year for the history books, kind of makes you wonder about your…