
History & Culture
Defining Moments in Australian History: Colonisation begins
26 January 1788: A convict settlement is establish at Sydney Cove.
26 January 1788: A convict settlement is establish at Sydney Cove.
From top Aussie songs, foods and inventions, to the controversy surrounding our national day – here’s the very best of our Australiana content for Australia Day.
The man who founded Sydney was born 276 years ago today.
What are the origins of January 26, and should it be our national day?
Our national day is seen in many different ways, depending on the viewpoint of Australia.
The Australian of the Year award is a reminder of our nation’s diversity. For five decades it has lauded the worthy and willing – and a few rogues.