Category:Australian History
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...