The Institute of Australian Culture

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Australian military personnel: In remembrance

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A list of obituaries, death notices, in memoriam notices, in remembrance notices, and articles regarding the deaths of Australian military personnel as a consequence of their service in any armed conflict or war. This is only a selection of such items, as there are thousands of … [Read more...] about Australian military personnel: In remembrance

Christmas in Australia

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As a day commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas Day (25 December) is very important to those of the Christian faith. However, the day encompasses more than Christianity, with many non-Christians partaking in celebrations on Christmas Day and during the Christmas … [Read more...] about Christmas in Australia

NightCafé AI art competitions, 400+

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The following are links to the results of the daily AI art competitions hosted by NightCafé Studio, an Australian enterprise. See the IAC article about NightCafé, or check out the NightCafé site. For the latest competitions, see the “Daily Challenges” section on NightCafé, … [Read more...] about NightCafé AI art competitions, 400+

NightCafé AI art competitions, 201-300

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The following are links to the results of the daily AI art competitions hosted by NightCafé Studio, an Australian enterprise. See the IAC article about NightCafé, or check out the NightCafé site. Friendly Insects Daily Challenge #201: May 2, 2023 Gallery view Planets from … [Read more...] about NightCafé AI art competitions, 201-300

Gallery of Gold Licenses (Victoria)

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This gallery showcases a variety of Victorian Gold Licenses, dating from 1852 to 1854. The regulations printed on the Gold Licenses varied significantly, becoming more detailed with the passage of time. Click on the images to see the larger images and transcriptions of the … [Read more...] about Gallery of Gold Licenses (Victoria)

Mother’s Day [including a list of articles]

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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, to remember, and to honour one’s mother. The occasion has been publicly celebrated in the Land Down Under since 1909 (with it becoming … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day [including a list of articles]

Photography prices (regarding cartes de visite and cabinet cards)

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Photographic studios widely advertised their provision of cartes de visit and cabinet cards. A look at some of their advertised prices can provide us with an idea of their financial accessibility for the general public. 28 July 1864: Stephen M. Stout, Henry Street, Fremantle … [Read more...] about Photography prices (regarding cartes de visite and cabinet cards)

Kangaroo and Map stamps [list of articles]

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The “Kangaroo and Map” stamps were the first postage stamps to be produced by the Commonwealth of Australia. They were released on the 2nd of January 1913. The Australian colonies federated as the Commonwealth of Australia on the 1st of January 1901; however, it took twelve … [Read more...] about Kangaroo and Map stamps [list of articles]

The dog on the tucker box [list of articles]

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The story of the Dog on the Tucker Box, on the road outside of Gundagai, has been the subject of poetry and amusement since at least 1901. Jack Moses claimed that his version of the poem was written in 1888, although there is no hard proof of its existence until 1919 (although … [Read more...] about The dog on the tucker box [list of articles]

Remembrance Day

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Remembrance Day, commemorated each year on the 11th of November, was established as a way of paying homage to those who fought and died during the First World War (1914-1918), with the date being taken from the cessation of hostilities when the Armistice came into effect on 11 … [Read more...] about Remembrance Day

English-Speaking Union funding for IAC heritage project

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The English-Speaking Union (Victoria Branch) has very kindly and generously supported the work of the Institute of Australian Culture, by providing funds for the purchase of various items regarding Australian heritage and culture, for scanning and uploading to the website of the … [Read more...] about English-Speaking Union funding for IAC heritage project

The Battle of Beersheba [list of articles]

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The Battle of Beersheba was a military action fought between Allied forces against troops of the Ottoman Empire in the area in and around the town of Beersheba (now a city), in Palestine. The battle took place on 31 October 1917, during the First World War (1914-1918). In … [Read more...] about The Battle of Beersheba [list of articles]

The Burke and Wills expedition [list of articles]

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The Burke and Wills expedition was created with the aim of exploring the Australian interior and finding a suitable path for the Australian Overland Telegraph Line. The expedition of nineteen men departed from Royal Park, Melbourne, on 20 August 1860, led by Robert O’Hara Burke. … [Read more...] about The Burke and Wills expedition [list of articles]

Significant events and commemorative dates

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A list of commemorative dates and historical events which are significant in terms of Australia’s national identity and culture. These are dates which are celebrated or commemorated Australia-wide (or have been in the past), or which are significant to Australia’s historical … [Read more...] about Significant events and commemorative dates