History & Culture
On this day: women get the federal vote
On this day, in 1903, Australian women were given the right to vote in federal elections.
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Swimmers race against iconic backdrop
Sydneysiders love their harbour: the open blue waters, the scenic coves, and of course certain landmarks – one Meccano coathanger and that pointy sail building…
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Arctic jewels: sailing the ice kingdom
See the images from 2011 Australian Geographic Society expedition to Iceland, Greenland and Svalbard.
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Audio: Earthquake risk to Australia
A large earthquake is expected any time in Australia, but there is no way of knowing where or when it will occur.
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Around WA in 67 days… in a taxi
Those innovative Sandgropers at Tourism Western Australia have come up with a novel competition to promote the western third of the continent.
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Arctic jewels: icebergs and musk ox
An array of Arctic wildlife greets Ken Eastwood on his first full day in Greenland.
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Australia’s longest road tunnel opens
Under the cover of darkness, after years of hearing about the progress of machines Matilda and Florence as they munched their way underneath the Brisbane River, keen motorists were finally able to drive their chosen automobiles through the longest road tunnel in Australia.
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Arctic jewels: living the Inuit way
Ken Eastwood experiences modern-day Inuit culture at the remote Greenland settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
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Race against adventure at Port Stephens
When you think of Port Stephens you might think of warm sun, clear water and friendly dolphins… but don’t forget the sand!
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Arctic jewels: polar bear dreaming
The Arctic’s top land carnivore – the magestic polar bear – is another critter Ken Eastwood ticks off his list.