Category:Australian History

Eugene von Guérard, Mount William and part of the Grampians in West Victoria, 1865 Reproduced courtesy National Gallery of Victoria
12 January 2025

Major Thomas Mitchell ~ Journey Through the Heart of Victoria

The 1836 Australia Felix Expedition, led by Major Thomas Mitchell, is integral to Australia’s exploration and colonisation history. This expedition, Mitchell’s third significant journey,...

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lanyon homestead
24 November 2024

Life on the Land: Discover the History of Lanyon Homestead

Lanyon Homestead is a beautiful, historic rural estate located on the outskirts of Canberra, Australia. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and...

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willsmere, kew
6 October 2024

Willsmere: From Asylum to Icon – The Story Behind the Walls

The Kew Lunatic Asylum, originally known as the Kew Mental Hospital and later as the Willsmere Hospital, is a beautiful and significant historical landmark...

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chinamans bridge
29 September 2024

Whispers of the Past: Nagambie’s Historic Chinamans Bridge

Chinamans Bridge is a large timber bridge that crosses the Goulburn River, 2.7 kilometres west of the Goulburn Valley Highway. It is believed to...

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image by stephan edmonds
22 September 2024

Powers Lookout and The Daring Adventures of Harry Power

Harry Power (1820-1891) was one of Australia’s most infamous bushrangers. He played a significant role in shaping the legend of bushranging during the 19th...

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Swagmen on the wallaby track
25 August 2024

The History and Traditions of the Australian Swagman

Australia is known for its diverse landscapes and unique cultural heritage and holds many fascinating historical stories. One such tale is that of the Australian...

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Studio Portrait of Henry Lawson, ca. 1915, May Moore, from vintage toned gelatin silver print, State Library of New South Wales
28 July 2024

Henry Lawson: Voice of the Australian Bush

Henry Lawson, one of Australia’s most celebrated writers and poets, is revered in the nation’s literary history. He was born on June 17, 1867,...

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labassa
30 June 2024

Unveiling the Secrets of Labassa: A Historic Mansion’s Tale

The comprehensive redesign transformed the building from a house into a thirty-five-roomed mansion with stunning views across Port Philip Bay. By 1890, with the...

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lee miller
16 June 2024

Daring Beauty, Defiant Lens: Unmasking Lee Miller, the Photographer

Lee Miller (1907-1977) was more than just a photographer. She was an iconoclast, a surrealist, and a trailblazer in the male-dominated world of 20th-century...

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como house
2 June 2024

Timeless Elegance: The Rich History of Como House in Melbourne

Como House is a charming and beautiful mansion that was the family home of the Armytage family. The interiors were designed according to the...

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Treating_an_Influenza_patient_at_Navl_Hospital_New_Orleans,_1918
19 May 2024

More Than Just a Flu: The Devastating Impact of the Spanish Flu

A century ago, the world faced a silent enemy more devastating than Covid-19, the Spanish Flu.  The pandemic’s death toll was greater than the total...

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Ripponlea estate
17 March 2024

In the Shadows of History: Ripponlea and Its Storied Inhabitants

Nestled amidst the bustling inner suburbs of Melbourne, Ripponlea Estate offers a captivating glimpse into Victoria’s grand colonial past. Step back in time and...

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