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The story behind Perth’s ‘Arc de Triomphe’

One of Perth’s oldest buildings, the iconic Barracks Arch is affectionately known to some locals as the city’s very own Arc de Triomphe.

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Pompeii awakens in Canberra

Experience the ancient city’s destruction and rebirth in this immersive exhibition at the National Museum of Australia.

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Defining Moments in Australian History: Colonisation begins

26 January 1788: A convict settlement is establish at Sydney Cove.

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Great Aussie mysteries

It’s not surprising in a country the size of Australia that a lot of puzzling occurrences are reported. Here we delve into some of the nation’s most enduring ‘inexplicable’ events.

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Mothers of modern Australia

At Australia’s earliest surviving female convict site, women are being written back into history.

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‘Rings of mystery’ excavation reveals rich Aboriginal history

On the outskirts of Melbourne, a series of large rings rise mysteriously out of the hills.

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Defining Moments in Australian History: The Black Death

January 1900: Australia’s first case of bubonic plague reported.

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New life for history-making RAAF Caribou A4-179 aircraft

A historic Caribou aircraft, once a symbol of courage and resilience and a stalwart of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), has been given new life and a new home in South East Queensland.