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The Tasmanian tiger was hunted to extinction as a ‘large predator’ – but it was only half as heavy as we thought
Here’s what we got wrong about the thylacine.
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History & Culture
A short history of Australia’s milk bars
Greek cafes sold American dreams – and gave their owners a foothold in Australia.
History & Culture
Snapshot: The singing child evacuees of World War II
During the darkest hours of World War II, a short-lived survival plan was hatched to send British children to safety on the other side of the world in Australia.
News
Rare 17th-century Australia map up for auction
The map – believed to have remained in a private Italian home since the 19th century – is the first to show Tasmania, and is expected to fetch over $400,000.
On This Day
The evolution of Anzac Day from 1915 until today
Australians have commemorated Anzac Day on 25 April for more than a century, but the ceremonies and their meanings have changed significantly since 1915.
Wildlife
Australia was once full of flamingos
These iconic pink birds are more associated with Africa and the Americas, but they once also called Australia home.
On This Day
On this day: Winning design for the Sydney Opera House revealed
Unknown Danish architect Jørn Utzon won the competition with his bold vision.
News
Ancient aboriginal settlement one step closer to World Heritage listing
One of the earliest known aquaculture systems on Earth, in south-western Victoria, is one step closer to becoming Australia’s 20th World Heritage site.
On This Day
On this day: Captain Moonlite’s hanging
Love letters, shootouts and bank robberies – Andrew George Scott’s life and relationship to James Nesbitt has left historians intrigued.
Destinations
Land, rediscovered
Four hundred years ago a Dutch explorer made landfall on WA’s remote coastline at Dirk Hartog Island. Alongside this year’s commemorative events, a unique ecological project aims to restore the state’s biggest isle to the wilderness it was in 1616.