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True tales of convict capers, bushranger blunders and political pickles come alive. Unearth the dusty bits of our past you didn’t know you existed.

From Hill 60 to Home: The 1st Australian Tunnelling Company “The hidden war beneath the Western Front - and the families who carried its shadow.”Beneath the mud and trenches of the First World War, Australian tunnellers fought a war few have ever heard about - digging in silence, laying mines, and enduring gas attacks in the suffocating dark. This podcast series follows the story of the journey from the tunnels of Hill 60 to the kitchen tables of Depression-era Australia. It is a story not only of soldiers, but of wives, children, and communities who bore the long shadow of war across ...

Welcome to the Australian Opal Cutters Podcast Since 1967, Australian Opal Cutters has been dedicated to sharing the beauty, history, and craftsmanship of Australia's most treasured gemstone — the opal. Located in the heart of Sydney at Level 3, 295-301 Pitt Street, we have been passionate about bringing the world of opal directly to our customers and enthusiasts worldwide. Hosted by Graeme Blaiklock, a seasoned expert with generations of experience in the opal industry, this podcast offers an educational journey into the fascinating world of Australian opals. From their ancient origins and ...

Australia. The Antipodes. The gothic dungeon at the bottom of the world. A land of reversals. Where swans are black instead of white. Where colonisers brought their own dark subconscious and had it realised huge and grotesque upon the landscape. This series will examine colonial and post-colonial history to understand where we’ve come from and how this shapes who we are today. How did we get from there to here? And after such bloody beginnings, what spectres still haunt the Australian subconscious? Who are the Ghosts of the Australian Psyche?

Tiny Sparks and Turning Points is a monthly selection of protests, strikes and significant dates concerning social change in Australian history. It is produced by the Commons Social Change Library, a repository of more than 1500 resources for campaigners, which can be found at commonslibrary.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The Story of the Exploration of Australia is one which we cannot willingly let die. There are many reasons for keeping alive the remembrance of such heroic deeds. It is due to the memory of those men who took their lives in their hands, and, in many cases, laid their bones in the desert; it is an act of gratitude on our part, who have entered on their labours; and it is a kind of information indispensable to every Australian who desires to know the history of his country." - Summary from the Author's Preface

DA's Australian Sports History Podcast is a record of DA's research into past events & Australian sporting personalities.It is not intended to be a definitive history of Australian sport. More, a collection of random events of interest.Happy to have you on the journey. Trust the topics will not only be of interest to you but may motivate you to read further on the various subjects.If you wish to make a comment, feel free to do so via "idealinsport@gmail.com"Until the next episode .............. "that's stumps......... & thank you ball boys, thank you Hawkeye................... DA

Delve into the intriguing yet overlooked history of the ill-fated North Australia colony at Gladstone, located in present-day Central Queensland. Join Timothy Ferguson as he uncovers this unwritten chapter of Australian history.

Welcome to Strewth, where we uncover Australia's most captivating tales of true crime and mysterious happenings. Yarns so extraordinary they'll make you stop and say, "Strewth!" From the sun-scorched outback to the seedy underbelly of our biggest cities, Australia harbours some of the world's most perplexing mysteries. Stories so bizarre that even hardened detectives could only mutter that distinctly Australian expression of disbelief. Each episode takes you deep into extraordinary cases through atmospheric storytelling and meticulous research. You'll walk alongside the detectives, feel the ...

Australian History: Brilliant stories from Australia’s past.

This is the first of a series of 15 minute talks about the Australian Army Veterinary Corps in World War One.

Hosted by Dr Filip Slaveski, Senior Lecturer in Russian, Soviet and East European History, Urgent History brings together leading historians to apply their knowledge of the past to some of the most pressing questions of the present. From the fate of face-to-face lectures and the crisis in Australian universities, to the roots of political populism, climate activism, and the cost-of-living squeeze, each conversation explores how the past continues to shape our present.Unscripted and uncut, the series is designed to feel like a conversation at the dinner table between historians - thoughtful, ...

Australian Urban is a biannual urban design podcast hosted by Josh Blashki. Each episode I interview a guest urbanist or designer who brings a deep understanding of an Australian project, precinct or place. Edit, mix and music by Josh Blashki

This podcast series is about Australia’s relations with and response to the world from the late 19th Century to the present. It focuses on the historical, cultural, ideological, economic and strategic factors shaping the government’s foreign and defence policies. It looks first at historical themes that still have a bearing on Australia in the contemporary world, then moves on to discuss how Australian politicians and policymakers have reacted to and acted in periods of war and stress, crisis and creativity, hope and delusion. It looks at the role of prime ministers, individual ministers ...

We show Australia's involvement in war across the globe through individual stories. Their personal tragedies and triumphs add meaning to the grander narrative. The quality of the Australian stories show we bring an individualistic approach unmatched by few other nations.

Focusing on specific events, people and groups throughout the history of Australia at arms.http://bit.ly/australianmilitaryhistory-surveyamhp.media@gmail.compatreon.com/user?u=46029761 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Explore the gripping tale of Burke and Willss ill-fated 1860 expedition to traverse the Australian continent from south to north and back again. This non-fiction account weaves together vivid excerpts from the explorers diaries and narratives, offering a firsthand glimpse into their harrowing journey. Published just a year after their tragic end, this book sheds light on the challenges and triumphs faced by these intrepid adventurers. For more details, visit Wikipedia Burke and Wills Expedition. (description written by trioptimum)

G'Day... Welcome aboard! The Australian Narrative Podcast presents the greatest, most captivating events in Australian history. We delve into the lives of some of the most iconic innovators and remarkable explorers. Join us for a wild ride with gripping, authentic stories!

A podcast dedicated to sharing stories of Australian soldiers at war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Mathison & Osher Günsberg pay tribute to the unsung heroes of our wide brown land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.