[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] [Description: Photograph of an Australian soldier.] [The manufacturer’s details are embossed … [Read more...] about Bill Dyer [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]
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“Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]
[Editor: This postcard was sent by a soldier to his girlfriend, during the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 28 June 1917.] [Front of postcard] “Christians awake!” “Le rappel à la réalite!” [Reverse of postcard] POST … [Read more...] about “Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]
Temperance Pledge [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), published by the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, incorporates a map of Australia (with the Temperance Pledge inside the map), with wattle blossoms in the background. The postcard is from the early to mid 20th century (possibly … [Read more...] about Temperance Pledge [postcard, early 20th Century]
Anniversary Day Regatta, Sydney [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photo of boats sailing in the Anniversary Day Regatta (Anniversary Day was later known as Australia Day). The postcard is from the early 20th Century (possibly 1901-1910).] [Front of postcard] Anniversary Day … [Read more...] about Anniversary Day Regatta, Sydney [postcard, early 20th Century]
Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photo of the mine buildings and mullock heaps of the Star of the East Gold Mining Company (Ballarat, Victoria). The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908.] [Front of … [Read more...] about Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]
Remembrance of the Absent One [postcard, World War One era]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) includes a poem about Australia’s military prowess in the First World War. The postcard is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918), or from the post-war period.] [Front of postcard] Remembrance of the Absent One from … [Read more...] about Remembrance of the Absent One [postcard, World War One era]
Many Happy Returns [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving birthday greetings, includes a photo of a young child, the British flag (Union Jack), and the Australian flag (blue ensign). The postcard is from the early 20th Century (possibly 1901-1920).] [Front of postcard] Many … [Read more...] about Many Happy Returns [postcard, early 20th Century]
Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving Christmas greetings, includes the Australian flag (blue ensign) and a photo of Australian soldiers marching. The postcard is from the era of World War One (1914-1918); it is possible that the soldiers marching could be part of a 1919 … [Read more...] about Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]
Nationality [poem by Mary Gilmore, 12 May 1942]
[Editor: This poem by Mary Gilmore was published in Australian Poetry 1942 (1942), during the Second World War (1939-1945).] Nationality I have grown past hate and bitterness, I see the world as one; Yet, though I can no longer hate, My son is still my … [Read more...] about Nationality [poem by Mary Gilmore, 12 May 1942]
Don Bradman, legend of Australian cricket
Don Bradman was Australia’s greatest sportsman, being the most successful batsman to have ever emerged in the history of cricket — not just in Australia, but in the entire world. Donald George Bradman was born in Cootamundra, New South Wales, on the 27th of August 1908. He … [Read more...] about Don Bradman, legend of Australian cricket
Australian slang, words, and phrases
This is a list of Australian words, phrases, slang, jargon, idioms, and colloquialisms (also known as “Australianisms”). The expression of words in an Australian accent has been described as “Strine” (which is the stereotypical way that Aussies say the word “Australian”). The … [Read more...] about Australian slang, words, and phrases