[Editor: This list contains various works by John Shaw Neilson (1865-1933); for biographical information click here.] Books and booklets by John Shaw Neilson: (Books published during his lifetime, arranged by year) [1915]: Old Granny Sullivan, Sydney: The Bookfellow [as … [Read more...] about Works of John Shaw Neilson
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Works of John Marsden
[Editor: This list contains various works by John Marsden (1950-2024); for biographical information click here.] Books by John Marsden: 1985: (editor), Hot Billy Tea: A Muster of High Country Poetry, [Mansfield (Vic.)]: Mansfield Adult Continuing Education Centre, [1985] … [Read more...] about Works of John Marsden
White Australia
The movement to have a “White Australia” began in colonial times, with the Australian colonies passing legislation to restrict non-white immigration, with some legislation specifically targeting Chinese immigrants. When the six colonies federated in 1901, a “White Australia … [Read more...] about White Australia
Works of Barcroft Boake
[Editor: This list contains various works by Barcroft Henry Boake (1866-1892); for biographical information click here.] Books by Barcroft Boake: 1897: Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems, Sydney (NSW): Angus and Robertson (1st edition) 1913: Where the Dead Men Lie and … [Read more...] about Works of Barcroft Boake
Australian military personnel: In remembrance
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 during any armed conflict or war that Australia took part in. This is only a selection of such … [Read more...] about Australian military personnel: In remembrance
Christmas in Australia
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, 401-500
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. Selective Color Art Daily Challenge #401: Nov 18, 2023 Gallery … [Read more...] about NightCafé AI art competitions, 401-500
NightCafé AI art competitions, 301-400
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. No-Theme Thursday Daily Challenge #301: Aug 10, 2023 Gallery view Famous … [Read more...] about NightCafé AI art competitions, 301-400
NightCafé AI art competitions, 201-300
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
NightCafé AI art competitions, 101-200
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. Caves Daily Challenge #101: Jan 22, 2023 Gallery view 3D Daily Challenge … [Read more...] about NightCafé AI art competitions, 101-200
NightCafé AI art competitions, 1-100
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. Under the Sea Daily Challenge #1: Oct 13, 2022 Gallery view Robots Daily … [Read more...] about NightCafé AI art competitions, 1-100
Gallery of Gold Licenses (Victoria)
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)
Works of John Neilson
[Editor: This list contains various works by John Neilson (1844-1922); for information about his life, see the biographical article.] Books by John Neilson: (Books published posthumously) 1938: John Neilson, The Men of the Fifties, Melbourne: Hawthorn Press 2009: John … [Read more...] about Works of John Neilson
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, 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)
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)
English-Speaking Union funding for IAC heritage project
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
Thomas Kennedy
Thomas Kennedy (1817-1859) was a miner, who had a minor role in the events of the Eureka Rebellion of 1854. Kennedy was born in Ayreshire, Scotland, in approximately 1817 (his exact date of birth is unknown).[1] Along with many others, who were seeking a fortune in gold, he … [Read more...] about Thomas Kennedy
Invasion and takeover stories
A list of novels and short stories regarding an invasion, takeover, attack against, or an overwhelming threat to Australia. Also included are some reviews of such stories. There have been various fictional stories written regarding the defence of Australia and the possible … [Read more...] about Invasion and takeover stories
Valentine’s Day [list of articles and poems]
Valentine’s Day is celebrated each year on the 14th of February. The day is also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Valentine; it was originally a Christian feast day to honor Saint Valentine, who was a 3rd Century Christian priest who was imprisoned, tortured, … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day [list of articles and poems]
Kangaroo and Map stamps [collection]
This list showcases a collection of “Kangaroo and Map” stamps on postcards. See also: 1) “The Kangaroo and Map stamps (1913)” An IAC article about the origins of these unique and iconic stamps. The article includes images of the various denominations of the Kangaroo and Map … [Read more...] about Kangaroo and Map stamps [collection]
Kangaroo and Map stamps [list of articles]
The “Kangaroo and Map” stamps were the first national postage stamps to be produced by the Commonwealth of Australia. They were released on the 2nd of January 1913. This is a list of various articles about the “Kangaroo and Map” stamps. See also: 1) “The Kangaroo and Map … [Read more...] about Kangaroo and Map stamps [list of articles]
New Year’s Day [list of articles]
This list includes various articles, poems, stories, and other items (such as ephemera, especially postcards) about or relating to New Year’s Day, New Year’s Eve, or to a New Year in a wider context. Items regarding a New Year: (Arranged in chronological … [Read more...] about New Year’s Day [list of articles]
The dog on the tucker box [list of articles]
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
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
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