Events
Defining Moments in Australian History: William Cooper advocates for First Nations rights
1936: Yorta Yorta Elder William Cooper leads the formation of the Australian Aborigines’ League.
Category: People
History & Culture
‘Aussie castaway’ rescued after months at sea now back on dry land
The Australian sailor, dubbed by media as the ‘Aussie castaway’ when he was rescued after surviving months at sea, is now back on solid ground.
History & Culture
Listening to the voices: Kailua George Jr
First Nations advocate Thomas Mayo speaks to Torres Strait Islander, Kailua George Jr.
History & Culture
‘Unsuitable for females and should not be encouraged’
Women’s soccer was banned in the 1920s. A century on, Australia co-hosts the Women’s World Cup.
History & Culture
Visit the humble cottage where Sir Hubert Wilkins was born
Best-selling author Peter FitzSimons, in his 2021 biography of Sir Hubert Wilkins, describes his subject as Australia’s greatest explorer. However, Wilkins’ name – which has so many “firsts” attached to it – is not as well known as it should be.
History & Culture
Soundtrack to a new life
Dulcie Holland is best known for her books on music theory. But in a career spanning nearly 70 years, she also composed music for documentaries promoting Australia’s postwar immigration strategy.
History & Culture
Aussie Aussie Aussie!
The 2023 Australian of the Year Award will be announced on 25 January. We examine how this annual honour has reflected the spirit of the times over seven decades.
AG Society
Tom Robinson shares epic tales from first leg of world record-breaking solo journey
The 23-year-old Queenslander has successfully completed the first leg of his world record breaking attempt to become the youngest person to row solo across the Pacific Ocean from South America to Australia.
Biodiversity
Accidental activists
What makes a person fight for a cause? Meet a surfer, a miner and a farmer who’ve all gone rogue – with reason.
History & Culture
Reflecting on Queen Elizabeth II’s long relationship with Australia
“Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God Queen of Australia and Her other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth” has died. Given her advanced years, this has long been expected, yet it still seems incredible this woman who has been Australia’s queen for the duration of most Australians’ lives is no longer with us.