[Editor: This poem, warning about the dangers of drop bears, was published in The Emu Plains Gazette (Emu Plains, NSW), 17 September 1891.] Danger in the Bush Oh, traveller, please take especial care, When out walking, of the dreaded bear, For, in the trees, they’re at … [Read more...] about Danger in the Bush [poem re drop bears, 17 September 1891]
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Armistice [by G. J. Hill, 1 December 1930]
[Editor: This article, by G. J. Hill, was published in Architecture (Sydney, NSW), 1 December 1930.] Armistice (To our soldier architects) G. J. Hill, M.I.A. “Eight, nine, ten, eleven.” ... As the strokes ended, the hush that had commenced at the first chime was … [Read more...] about Armistice [by G. J. Hill, 1 December 1930]
Gold in possession: Beaufort man involved: City court convicts: Notice of appeal [20 April 1916]
[Editor: This article, regarding a court case, was published in The Ballarat Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 20 April 1916.] Gold in possession. Beaufort man involved. City court convicts. Notice of appeal. At the City Court yesterday afternoon before the Police … [Read more...] about Gold in possession: Beaufort man involved: City court convicts: Notice of appeal [20 April 1916]
Died on Active Service / Heroes of the Empire [Australian military personnel (WW1, WW2), 24 April 1943]
[Editor: Deaths notices and memoriam notices, regarding Australian military personnel, published in The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA), 24 April 1943.] Died on active service “At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them.” NORMAN.—On April 14, at … [Read more...] about Died on Active Service / Heroes of the Empire [Australian military personnel (WW1, WW2), 24 April 1943]
Flooded house on Villiers Street, Grafton (NSW) [postcard, circa 1950]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a flooded house on Villiers Street, Grafton (New South Wales), is undated; however, it is believed that it may have been taken circa 1950.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photograph of a … [Read more...] about Flooded house on Villiers Street, Grafton (NSW) [postcard, circa 1950]
Fossicker’s claim, Daylesford [postcard, circa 1905-1912]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a gold-seeker’s site in a bush area, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th century (circa 1905-1912).] [Front of postcard] Williams. S. Melb. 66. … [Read more...] about Fossicker’s claim, Daylesford [postcard, circa 1905-1912]
The Bathing Beach Flinders [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a beach at Flinders (Victoria), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] The bathing beach Flinders N. J. Caire photo [Description: A … [Read more...] about The Bathing Beach Flinders [postcard, early 20th Century]
The Lass of Yackandandah [poem, 11 June 1857]
[Editor: This poem was published in Melbourne Punch (Melbourne, Vic.), 11 June 1857.] Colonial lyrics. The Lass of Yackandandah. Let poets sing of English girls, Their beauty and their candour; Give me a sweeter nymph than all,— The lass of Yackandandah. When … [Read more...] about The Lass of Yackandandah [poem, 11 June 1857]
Imagine their surprise! [1st April 2025]
A little-known historical fact: When the First Fleet sailed into Sydney Harbour on the 26th of January 1788, to establish a new British colony, they were shocked to find that someone had already built the Sydney Harbour Bridge. A few experts have put this down to the work … [Read more...] about Imagine their surprise! [1st April 2025]
Unification or Federation? A.N.A. debate [7 September 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding an arranged public debate over the proposed abolition of state parliaments, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 7 September 1909.] Unification or Federation? A.N.A. Debate. Mr. Toutcher defeated. A challenge lightly thrown … [Read more...] about Unification or Federation? A.N.A. debate [7 September 1909]
The melancholic nature of Barcroft Boake
[Editor: This article, regarding Barcroft Boake, was written for the Institute of Australian Culture.] The melancholic nature of Barcroft Boake The 26th of March is the anniversary of the birth of Barcroft Boake (1866-1892). It is therefore appropriate that we take a new … [Read more...] about The melancholic nature of Barcroft Boake
Evolution of Australian architecture [by James Nagle, 1 December 1930]
[Editor: This article, by James Nagle, was published in Architecture (Sydney, NSW), 1 December 1930.] Evolution of Australian architecture Mid-day lecture delivered at the Institute of Architects’ Annual Exhibition By Mr. James Nangle O.B.E., F.R.A.S. The evolution … [Read more...] about Evolution of Australian architecture [by James Nagle, 1 December 1930]
White labor and the mail contracts [25 July 1903]
[Editor: This article, regarding opposition to the racial clause of the Post and Telegraph Act 1901 (using extracts from the Standard and the Leeds and Yorkshire Mercury), was published in The Geelong Advertiser (Geelong, Vic.), 25 July 1903. The Post and Telegraph Act played a … [Read more...] about White labor and the mail contracts [25 July 1903]
English mail contracts: The white labour question: Condemned by the commercial parliament [19 June 1903]
[Editor: This article, regarding opposition to the racial clause of the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, was published in The Evening Journal (Adelaide, SA), 19 June 1903. The Post and Telegraph Act played a minor role in the White Australia Policy.] English mail … [Read more...] about English mail contracts: The white labour question: Condemned by the commercial parliament [19 June 1903]
The Motherland’s Misalliance [illustration by Ambrose Dyson, 1 March 1902]
[Editor: This illustration, drawn by Ambrose Dyson, regarding the British-Japanese alliance and White Australia, was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 1 March 1902.] The Motherland’s Misalliance. “London, 12th February. — The Foreign Office announced the … [Read more...] about The Motherland’s Misalliance [illustration by Ambrose Dyson, 1 March 1902]
[“Old Phil Lorimer”] [The Bulletin, 1 March 1902]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding Philip Lorimer, is an extract from The Red Page section of The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 1 March 1902.] [“Old Phil Lorimer”] “Old Phil Lorimer” — the quaint poetical traveller so well-known in the coastal newspaper-offices of E. … [Read more...] about [“Old Phil Lorimer”] [The Bulletin, 1 March 1902]
The Jap. on the horizon [The Bulletin, 22 June 1901]
[Editor: This article, regarding White Australia, Joseph Chamberlain (the UK’s Secretary of State for the Colonies), and the British government’s rejection of the Sugar Works Guarantee Act Amendment Bill 1901 (Qld.), was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 22 June … [Read more...] about The Jap. on the horizon [The Bulletin, 22 June 1901]
Going North: About the East: Some reflections: The coloured invasion of Australia: The battle of Thursday Island [by “Banjo” Paterson, 31 August 1901]
[Editor: This article, by “Banjo” Paterson, regarding his travels in northern Queensland (including some commentary on non-Europeans), as well as an eyewitness account of a race riot on Thursday Island, was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 31 August 1901. A … [Read more...] about Going North: About the East: Some reflections: The coloured invasion of Australia: The battle of Thursday Island [by “Banjo” Paterson, 31 August 1901]
Australian immigration policy: This speech was cheered by ANA Conference [speech by Arthur Calwell, 8 April 1949]
[Editor: This article, which reproduces a speech by Arthur Calwell (leader of the Australian Labor Party) regarding the O’Keefe case and the White Australia Policy, was published in Labor Call (Melbourne, Vic.), 8 April 1949.] Australian immigration policy This speech … [Read more...] about Australian immigration policy: This speech was cheered by ANA Conference [speech by Arthur Calwell, 8 April 1949]
‘White Australia’ policy must go [25 March 1949]
[Editor: This article, attacking the White Australia Policy, was published in the Workers Star (Perth, WA), 25 March 1949.] ‘White Australia’ policy must go The High Court decision that Immigration Minister Calwell cannot deport Mrs. O’Keefe and her children back to … [Read more...] about ‘White Australia’ policy must go [25 March 1949]
Press, clergy protest “White Australia” Policy [1 February 1949]
[Editor: This article, regarding Arthur Calwell, the O’Keefe case, and the White Australia Policy, was published in the China Mail (Hong Kong), 1 February 1949.] Press, clergy protest “White Australia” Policy Melbourne, January 30. Press and clergy today joined in … [Read more...] about Press, clergy protest “White Australia” Policy [1 February 1949]
We won’t fool Asia [31 January 1949]
[Editor: This article, regarding Arthur Calwell, the O’Keefe case, and the White Australia Policy, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 31 January 1949.] We won’t fool Asia Mr. Calwell is going to deport an Indonesian woman, married to an Australian, and … [Read more...] about We won’t fool Asia [31 January 1949]
Indonesian woman and 8 children must go, says Mr Calwell [29 January 1949]
[Editor: This article, regarding Arthur Calwell, the O’Keefe case, and the White Australia Policy, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 29 January 1949.] Indonesian woman and 8 children must go, says Mr Calwell Canberra, Fri: Mrs Annie O’Keefe, of Stenfield ave … [Read more...] about Indonesian woman and 8 children must go, says Mr Calwell [29 January 1949]
Quota system for immigrants [Workers Star, 29 June 1945]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Communist Party’s viewpoint on the White Australia Policy, was published in the Workers Star (Perth, WA), 29 June 1945.] Quota system for immigrants “What is needed is not a White Australia policy but a sound immigration policy with a … [Read more...] about Quota system for immigrants [Workers Star, 29 June 1945]
Prime Ministers in London: Allied plans for post-war settlement discussed: Empire Secretariat: Mr. Curtin faces barrage of questions [6 May 1944]
[Editor: This article, regarding John Curtin at a press conference in London (including his comments on the White Australia Policy), was published in The Daily Advertiser (Wagga Wagga, NSW), 6 May 1944.] Prime Ministers in London Allied plans for post-war settlement … [Read more...] about Prime Ministers in London: Allied plans for post-war settlement discussed: Empire Secretariat: Mr. Curtin faces barrage of questions [6 May 1944]