A list of commemorative dates and historical events which are significant in terms of Australia’s national identity and culture. These are … [Read More...] about Significant events and commemorative dates
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Timeline of Australian history and culture
This list is a timeline of various events which are considered to be significant in Australian history and in the development of Australian … [Read More...] about Timeline of Australian history and culture
Significant Australiana
This list includes: Animals; Architecture; Art; Artists; Authors; Books; Bushrangers; Clothes; Entertainment; Explorers; Fictional … [Read More...] about Significant Australiana
Recommended poetry
This list includes some of the best poetry produced by Australian writers. Whilst choosing the best of Australian poetry is a subjective … [Read More...] about Recommended poetry
Early music [videos]
Music from the early years of Australia. Arranged chronologically by years of prominent activity. These are “music videos”, but not … [Read More...] about Early music [videos]
Folk music and bush music [videos]
Folk music has been described as music which has been passed around by word of mouth, being music which has survived by being embedded in … [Read More...] about Folk music and bush music [videos]
Rock music and pop music [videos]
Australian rock and roll, pop music, and Top 40 hits. Songs, singers, musicians, and groups. Mostly pop and rock from the 1950s up to the … [Read More...] about Rock music and pop music [videos]
Books and booklets
Various books and booklets of Australian literature. [Arranged alphabetically by title.] Around the Boree Log and Other Verses [by John … [Read More...] about Books and booklets
Featured articles
The Kangaroo and Map stamps (1913)
The first postage stamps to be produced by the Commonwealth of Australia were the “Kangaroo and Map” stamps (also known as the “Kangaroo” … [Read More...] about The Kangaroo and Map stamps (1913)
The Groop [music videos]
The Groop was a rock band which was formed in Melbourne by Peter McKeddie, Max Ross, and Richard Wright, and which performed from 1964 to … [Read More...] about The Groop [music videos]
Significant events
Anzac Day
Articles, letters, and poems regarding Anzac Day, the Anzacs, the Gallipoli landings, and the Dardanelles campaign. Heroes of the … [Read More...] about Anzac Day
The Ashes [cricket, Australia vs. England]
The Ashes is a cricket competition played between Australia and England. It has been an ongoing event since 1882, the year in which a … [Read More...] about The Ashes [cricket, Australia vs. England]
Australia Day
Australia Day, the 26th of January, is the anniversary of the foundation of the British colony at Sydney, New South Wales, in 1788. In early … [Read More...] about Australia Day
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day, commemorated each year on the 11th of November, was established as a way of paying homage to those who fought and died … [Read More...] about Remembrance Day
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Ned Kelly: Australian bushranger
Edward Kelly, commonly known as “Ned Kelly”, was born in Beveridge, Victoria. His exact date of birth is unknown, but it has been estimated … [Read More...] about Ned Kelly: Australian bushranger
Brian Cadd [music videos and biography]
Brian Cadd (born in Perth, Western Australia, on 29 November 1946) was in two prominent Australian bands, The Groop (1966 to 1969) and Axiom … [Read More...] about Brian Cadd [music videos and biography]
Featured poetry
A Bush Christening [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The … [Read More...] about A Bush Christening [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Son of a Fool [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913) and Backblock Ballads and Later Verses … [Read More...] about Son of a Fool [poem by C. J. Dennis]
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Obituary: Dr. James Edwards [31 December 1879]
[Editor: This obituary, regarding Dr. James Edwards, was published in the “Obituary” section of The Mercury (Hobart Town, Tas.), 31 December … [Read More...] about Obituary: Dr. James Edwards [31 December 1879]
Mothers’ Day [10 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, referring to the celebration of Mother’s Day in Adelaide, was published in the “Topics of the day” section in The … [Read More...] about Mothers’ Day [10 May 1909]
Mother’s Day [20 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, about Mother’s Day, was published in The Watchman (Sydney, NSW), 20 May 1909.] Mother’s Day The latest from … [Read More...] about Mother’s Day [20 May 1909]
Mother’s Day [by Rev. Father J. M. Cusack, 25 May 1944]
[Editor: This article, about Mother’s Day, by the Reverend Father J. M. Cusack, was published in The Catholic Weekly (Sydney, NSW), 25 May … [Read More...] about Mother’s Day [by Rev. Father J. M. Cusack, 25 May 1944]
Mothers’ Day [13 May 1921]
[Editor: This article, about the celebration of Mother’s Day in Katoomba (NSW), was published in The Blue Mountain Echo (Katoomba, NSW), 13 … [Read More...] about Mothers’ Day [13 May 1921]
Mother’s Day [by Rev. E. Tredinnick, 8 May 1934]
[Editor: This article, about Mother’s Day, by the Reverend E. Tredinnick, was published in The Lockhart Review and Oaklands Advertiser … [Read More...] about Mother’s Day [by Rev. E. Tredinnick, 8 May 1934]
Mothers’ Day is one of introspection: Lithgow Church celebrations [14 May 1934]
[Editor: This article, about the celebration of Mother’s Day by the churches in Lithgow (NSW), was published in The Lithgow Mercury … [Read More...] about Mothers’ Day is one of introspection: Lithgow Church celebrations [14 May 1934]
Mother’s Day [including a list of articles]
Mother’s Day is celebrated in Australia on the second Sunday in May. It is a special opportunity, and perhaps a reminder, to connect with, … [Read More...] about Mother’s Day [including a list of articles]
The Colonial Bank of Australasia [advertisement for the creation of a new bank, 1 August 1855]
[Editor: This advertisement, for the creation of a new bank in Victoria, was published in The Argus, (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 August 1855. The … [Read More...] about The Colonial Bank of Australasia [advertisement for the creation of a new bank, 1 August 1855]
[Suppose I like to go to work] [advertisement poem, 20 August 1855]
[Editor: This untitled advertisement, which includes a poem, was published in The Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (Geelong, Vic.), 20 … [Read More...] about [Suppose I like to go to work] [advertisement poem, 20 August 1855]
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Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day, commemorated each year on the 11th of November, was established as a way of paying homage to those who fought and died … [Read More...] about Remembrance Day
Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly
Aussie was originally an Australian Army periodical published in France, as Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine. When its editor, … [Read More...] about Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly
Introduction and links
The Institute of Australian Culture: An introduction
Welcome to our website! The Institute of Australian Culture aims to provide a wealth of Australian cultural assets, so as to enable … [Read More...] about The Institute of Australian Culture: An introduction
Links
The following links may be useful for those researching Australian history, culture, and associated fields. Australian … [Read More...] about Links