History & Culture
On this day: Amy Johnson breaks record
On 24 May 1930 Amy Johnson became the first aviatrix to conquer the London to Darwin solo flight.
History & Culture
The real dogs of war
Until recently, war service dogs awarded the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross hardly ever came home.
Archive
Highway One: Travellers along the Big Lap
Some travellers are so enthusiastic about Highway One that they lap it again and again.
History & Culture
On this day: Mabo sets native title precedent
On 3 June 1992, the High Court handed down the historic Mabo decision on native title.
AG Blog
Aussie lingo: Mug lair
Fair dinkum Frank explores the origins of some brutal Aussie insults.
AG Blog
Australia has a new hero
On the eve of her return, Chris Bray gives a well-deserved nod to fellow adventurer Jessica Watson.
AG Blog
Audio: Less cars = more friends
Does less neighbourhood road traffic really mean more friends for residents?
AG Blog
Northern Territory to be broadcast in 3-D
A new tourism stunt will show Australia’s red centre to the world in 3-D. It’s just like life… only more expensive!
History & Culture
On this day in history: Australia’s biggest gold robbery
Today marks the anniversary of the biggest gold heist in the nation’s history.
History & Culture
On this day: William Buckley
Over 200 years ago on this day, William Buckley’s unlikely emergence spawned the phrase: ‘Buckley’s chance’.