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Kangaroo and Map stamps [list of articles]

2 January 2023 · Leave a Comment

Kangaroo and Map stamp, 1d, Red, Melbourne

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, took twelve years … [Read more...] about Kangaroo and Map stamps [list of articles]

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Remembrance Day

11 November 2022 · Leave a Comment

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

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English-Speaking Union funding for IAC heritage project

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

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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

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The Battle of Beersheba [list of articles]

31 October 2021 · Leave a Comment

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]

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Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly

23 May 2021 · Leave a Comment

Aussie was originally an Australian Army periodical published in France, as Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine. When its editor, Phillip L. Harris, returned home, he recreated it as a civilian publication, entitled Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly. The Army version of … [Read more...] about Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly

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The Burke and Wills expedition [list of articles]

21 April 2019 · Leave a Comment

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]

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Australia Day

26 January 2015 · Leave a Comment

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 years it was commemorated as the First Landing, then as Anniversary Day, then as Foundation Day. It was also known as ANA Day, due to the … [Read more...] about Australia Day

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Poetry and songs, 1901-1954

10 February 2012 · Leave a Comment

Links to all of the poetry and songs included on the Institute of Australian Culture site, up to 31 November 2015. See also: Poetry and songs, 1786-1900. These poems and songs are either written in Australia, by Australians, or regarding Australia. The list includes two works … [Read more...] about Poetry and songs, 1901-1954

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Poetry and songs, 1786-1900

10 February 2012 · 5 Comments

Links to all of the poetry and songs included on the Institute of Australian Culture site, up to 31 November 2015. See also: Poetry and songs, 1901-1954. These poems and songs are either written in Australia, by Australians, or regarding Australia. The list includes two works … [Read more...] about Poetry and songs, 1786-1900

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Significant events and commemorative dates

12 January 2012 · Leave a Comment

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

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Topics

11 January 2012 · Leave a Comment

Lists of topics regarding Australian history, heritage, and culture. (Each list includes links to various sources of information held on this site.) Anzac Day Articles, letters, and poems regarding Anzac Day, the Anzacs, the Gallipoli landings, and the Dardanelles … [Read more...] about Topics

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Australian slang

10 January 2012 · 26 Comments

A collection of Australian slang words and phrases. Some are in current widespread use, whilst others are not; some may be derived or taken from overseas slang, but most are unique to Australia. The expression of words in an Australian accent is known as “Strine” (which is how … [Read more...] about Australian slang

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Calendar of Australian history and culture

9 January 2012 · Leave a Comment

This list is a calendar of various events which are considered to be significant in Australian history and in the development of Australian culture. For a chronological listing of events in Australia, see the Timeline of Australian history and culture. This list is not … [Read more...] about Calendar of Australian history and culture

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Australian explorers

9 January 2012 · Leave a Comment

A list of explorers who searched for Australia Incognita, mapped the coastline, or explored the inland country of Australia. Articles are listed under the name of the relevant explorer. (Names are arranged chronologically by year of birth). Pedro Fernandes de Quiros … [Read more...] about Australian explorers

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Timeline of Australian history and culture

9 January 2012 · 4 Comments

This list is a timeline of various events which are considered to be significant in Australian history and in the development of Australian culture. The deaths of various significant people are included; although their births, which were not significant at the time, are not … [Read more...] about Timeline of Australian history and culture

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Significant Australiana

9 January 2012 · 2 Comments

This list includes: Animals; Architecture; Art; Artists; Authors; Books; Bushrangers; Clothes; Entertainment; Explorers; Fictional characters; Flora; Food; Icons; Landmarks; Military; Music: Folk songs and early songs; Music: Singers; Music: Songs; Poetry; Rebels and rebellions; … [Read more...] about Significant Australiana

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Recommended poetry

9 January 2012 · Leave a Comment

This list includes some of the best poetry produced by Australian writers. Whilst choosing the best of Australian poetry is a subjective matter, it is believed that these poems represent some of the best, or most enjoyable, poetic works that our nation has to offer. This is not a … [Read more...] about Recommended poetry

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Early music [videos]

9 January 2012 · 1 Comment

Music from the early years of Australia. Arranged chronologically by years of prominent activity. These are “music videos”, but not necessarily video footage of the original artists. For music after this period, see the entry for “Rock music and pop music”. song: The Song of … [Read more...] about Early music [videos]

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Folk music and bush music [videos]

9 January 2012 · 2 Comments

Australian Folk Songs

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 the heart of the people. To this we could add what has been described as “contemporary folk music”, being music of a similar style to … [Read more...] about Folk music and bush music [videos]

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Rock music and pop music [videos]

9 January 2012 · 1 Comment

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 present. Arranged chronologically by years of prominent activity. Johnny O’Keefe [rock singer, 1956 to 1978] Slim Dusty [country music … [Read more...] about Rock music and pop music [videos]

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Books and booklets

9 January 2012 · Leave a Comment

Various books and booklets of Australian literature. [Arranged alphabetically by title.] Around the Boree Log and Other Verses [by John O’Brien, 1921] Poems by John O’Brien (Patrick Joseph Hartigan). The Australian Crisis [by C. H. Kirmess, 1909] An “invasion novel”, … [Read more...] about Books and booklets

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The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, by Banjo Paterson A Book for Kids, by C. J. Dennis  The Bulletin Reciter: A Collection of Verses for Recitation from The Bulletin The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C. J. Dennis The Complete Inner History of the Kelly Gang and Their Pursuers, by J. J. Kenneally The Foundations of Culture in Australia, by P. R. Stephensen The Australian Crisis, by C. H. Kirmess Such Is Life, by Joseph Furphy
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Advance Australia Fair: How the song became the Australian national anthem
Brian Cadd [music videos and biography]
Ned Kelly: Australian bushranger
Under the Southern Cross I Stand [the Australian cricket team’s victory song]

Some Australian authors

E. J. Brady
John Le Gay Brereton
C. J. Dennis
Mary Hannay Foott
Joseph Furphy
Mary Gilmore
Charles Harpur
Grant Hervey
Lucy Everett Homfray
Rex Ingamells
Henry Kendall
“Kookaburra”
Henry Lawson
Jack Moses
“Dryblower” Murphy
John Shaw Neilson
John O’Brien (Patrick Joseph Hartigan)
“Banjo” Paterson
Marie E. J. Pitt
A. G. Stephens
P. R. Stephensen
Agnes L. Storrie (Agnes L. Kettlewell)

Recent Posts

  • [The new stamps] [re the new Tasmanian postage stamps, 2 January 1900]
  • The Leading Lady [poem by “Stargazer”, 31 January 1917]
  • The Naval Contingent: With the Australians in China [17 October 1900]
  • Australia Day [26 January 1953]
  • Australia Day [24 January 1953]

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  • Poetry and songs, 1786-1900
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  • Rommel’s comments on Australian soldiers [1941-1942]
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  • The Bastard from the Bush [poem, circa 1900]

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The Bastard from the Bush [poem, circa 1900]
A Book for Kids [by C. J. Dennis, 1921]
Click Go the Shears [traditional Australian song, 1890s]
Core of My Heart [“My Country”, poem by Dorothea Mackellar, 24 October 1908]
Freedom on the Wallaby [poem by Henry Lawson, 16 May 1891]
The Man from Ironbark [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Nationality [poem by Mary Gilmore, 12 May 1942]
The Newcastle song [music video, sung by Bob Hudson]
No Foe Shall Gather Our Harvest [poem by Mary Gilmore, 29 June 1940]
Our pipes [short story by Henry Lawson]
Rommel’s comments on Australian soldiers [1941-1942]
Shooting the moon [short story by Henry Lawson]

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