Articles related to "First Fleet"
1788 - The Brutal Truth of the First Fleet
David Hill offers a fascinating and factual account of the preparation and journey of the First Fleet and the establishment of a British colony in Sydney, Australia.
1788 • truth of the first fleet • david hill • journey of the first fleet • early years of settlement in australia
David Hill offers a fascinating and factual account of the preparation and journey of the First Fleet and the establishment of a British colony in Sydney, Australia.
1788 • truth of the first fleet • david hill • journey of the first fleet • early years of settlement in australia
The First Fleets Provisions List
Find out the itemised account of the First Fleets provisions, in order to better understand the care that it took in setting up the first ever settlement of Australia.
firstfleet • convicts • transporation • botanybay • australiansettlement
Find out the itemised account of the First Fleets provisions, in order to better understand the care that it took in setting up the first ever settlement of Australia.
firstfleet • convicts • transporation • botanybay • australiansettlement
Voyage of the First Fleet
Banished from their homeland in 1787, more than 750 of Britain's convicts were launched on a perilous sea voyage to the other side of the world.
first fleet • convicts • transportation • fleet • australia
Banished from their homeland in 1787, more than 750 of Britain's convicts were launched on a perilous sea voyage to the other side of the world.
first fleet • convicts • transportation • fleet • australia
26 January - Australia Day
The history of Australia's national day.
australia • first fleet • convicts • botany bay • sydney cove
The history of Australia's national day.
australia • first fleet • convicts • botany bay • sydney cove
HOW DIFFERING CULTURES HELPED MAKE AUSTRALIA WHAT IT IS TODAY
An overview of how different groups of immigrants have brought their cultures to Australia and the changes the has brought. The major groups of immigrants and their contributions will be dealt with in separate articles.
cultures • multiculturalism • irish • religion
An overview of how different groups of immigrants have brought their cultures to Australia and the changes the has brought. The major groups of immigrants and their contributions will be dealt with in separate articles.
cultures • multiculturalism • irish • religion
Terrorist Attack on Aborigines
Was Australia's first Governor, by empirical definition and his own admission, a terrorist? And how does our current government compare?
colonial terrorism • terrorist government • black terrorism • aboriginal terrorism • governor phillip
Was Australia's first Governor, by empirical definition and his own admission, a terrorist? And how does our current government compare?
colonial terrorism • terrorist government • black terrorism • aboriginal terrorism • governor phillip
The Convict Colony-the Source
Crowded conditions in English prisons has forced the Governments hand.The first load of thieves,prostitutes and scoundrels, leaves England to start a brave new world.
england • australia • hulks • thieves • cook
Crowded conditions in English prisons has forced the Governments hand.The first load of thieves,prostitutes and scoundrels, leaves England to start a brave new world.
england • australia • hulks • thieves • cook
The Story Of Mary Bryant Part II
The voyage of the First Fleet of settlers to Botany Bay in New South Wales Australia.
mary • broad • bryant • william bryant • first fleet
The voyage of the First Fleet of settlers to Botany Bay in New South Wales Australia.
mary • broad • bryant • william bryant • first fleet
Penal Transportation to Australia 1700s-1800s
An overview of the history of transportation to Australia as a penal sentence for criminals from Britain in the 1700s-1800s.
transportation • crime • punishment • australia • van diemen's land
An overview of the history of transportation to Australia as a penal sentence for criminals from Britain in the 1700s-1800s.
transportation • crime • punishment • australia • van diemen's land
Book Review - The Supply Party by Martin Edmond
Ludwig Becker was an artist, naturalist, scientist, avid collector of historical artefacts and member of the Burke and Wills expedition to cross Australia in 1860-61.
burke and wills expedition • australian exploration history • ludwig becker • the supply party • martin edmond
Ludwig Becker was an artist, naturalist, scientist, avid collector of historical artefacts and member of the Burke and Wills expedition to cross Australia in 1860-61.
burke and wills expedition • australian exploration history • ludwig becker • the supply party • martin edmond
Convict Transportation
The British government's decision to colonise a newly discovered land in the south began the transportation to Australia of convicts considered the dregs of society.
transportation to australia • transportation • convicts • convict transportation • australia
The British government's decision to colonise a newly discovered land in the south began the transportation to Australia of convicts considered the dregs of society.
transportation to australia • transportation • convicts • convict transportation • australia
ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF THE AUSTRALIAN FEDERATION - PART I
History of the events leading up the self governing colonies of Australia becoming on federated country.
australia • federation • colonies
History of the events leading up the self governing colonies of Australia becoming on federated country.
australia • federation • colonies
Queen's Birthday
Queen Elizabeth of Britain and the Commonwealth was born on April 21st. Why then is her birthday celebrated in June?
queen elizabeth • queen's birthday
Queen Elizabeth of Britain and the Commonwealth was born on April 21st. Why then is her birthday celebrated in June?
queen elizabeth • queen's birthday
Australia Day or Invasion Day?
Australia Day is celebrated every year on January 26 but for many Australians, it commemorates the day Aboriginal people were culturally and geographically displaced.
australia day • invasion day • australia • indigenous australians • aborigines
Australia Day is celebrated every year on January 26 but for many Australians, it commemorates the day Aboriginal people were culturally and geographically displaced.
australia day • invasion day • australia • indigenous australians • aborigines
Australian Capital Cities – Sydney
Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales. More people live here than anywhere else in Australia so find out more about this iconic city.
australian capital cities • sydney facts and figures • sydney opera house • new south wales • sydney harbour bridge
Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales. More people live here than anywhere else in Australia so find out more about this iconic city.
australian capital cities • sydney facts and figures • sydney opera house • new south wales • sydney harbour bridge
Book Review - Breaking the Bank by Carol Baxter
In 1828 a teller at the Bank of Australia discovered that thieves had tunnelled into the vault and stolen £14,000, infuriating authorities and amusing the general public.
early colonial life • australian history • breaking the bank • australia’s largest bank robbery • convicts and settlers
In 1828 a teller at the Bank of Australia discovered that thieves had tunnelled into the vault and stolen £14,000, infuriating authorities and amusing the general public.
early colonial life • australian history • breaking the bank • australia’s largest bank robbery • convicts and settlers
Easter Bunny and the Bilby
The common symbol of Easter the Easter bunny is being replaced by the Easter Bilby in Australia. The rabbit introduced by the first settlers became a plague pest whereas
easter celebrations • rabbits • rabbit plague • rabbit proof fence • bilby
The common symbol of Easter the Easter bunny is being replaced by the Easter Bilby in Australia. The rabbit introduced by the first settlers became a plague pest whereas
easter celebrations • rabbits • rabbit plague • rabbit proof fence • bilby
Exploring the Rocks in Sydney, Australia
Perched under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks is an adventurous playground for adults and children to explore, indulge and feel the freedom of open space.
the rocks • heritage and history of sydney • sydney harbour bridge • penal settlement • observatory hill
Perched under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks is an adventurous playground for adults and children to explore, indulge and feel the freedom of open space.
the rocks • heritage and history of sydney • sydney harbour bridge • penal settlement • observatory hill
Review: The Forgotten Children by David Hill
A destination for British immigrant children from 1934 to 1978, Fairbridge Farm in Molong, Australia did not achieve the high ideals of a better life for poor children.
the forgotten children • impact and history of fairbridge farm • old fairbridgians • david hill • british immigrant children
A destination for British immigrant children from 1934 to 1978, Fairbridge Farm in Molong, Australia did not achieve the high ideals of a better life for poor children.
the forgotten children • impact and history of fairbridge farm • old fairbridgians • david hill • british immigrant children
The First Punic War, 274-242 B.C.E
As Rome expanded its empire south, and the Carthaginians of North Africa expanded theirs northward, the two peoples collided violently on the island of Sicily. After a ge
first punic war • 274 b.c.e. • 242 b.c.e. • first punic war causes • first punic war resolution
As Rome expanded its empire south, and the Carthaginians of North Africa expanded theirs northward, the two peoples collided violently on the island of Sicily. After a ge
first punic war • 274 b.c.e. • 242 b.c.e. • first punic war causes • first punic war resolution
The Rocks and Circular Quay in Sydney, Australia
If a visitor has only 24 hours to spend in Sydney, Australia, heading down to the city's harbourfront is bound to guarantee time well spent.
the rocks and circular quay in sydney • attractions along sydney harbour • sydney opera house • climb sydney harbour bridge • sydney visitors’ centre
If a visitor has only 24 hours to spend in Sydney, Australia, heading down to the city's harbourfront is bound to guarantee time well spent.
the rocks and circular quay in sydney • attractions along sydney harbour • sydney opera house • climb sydney harbour bridge • sydney visitors’ centre
The Story of Australia by Vanessa Collingridge
This collection of information, photographs, letter and document facsimiles and illustrations offers thought-provoking insights into Australia's past and present.
the story of australia • vanessa collingridge • australia’s past and present • classroom discussions • teacher resource
This collection of information, photographs, letter and document facsimiles and illustrations offers thought-provoking insights into Australia's past and present.
the story of australia • vanessa collingridge • australia’s past and present • classroom discussions • teacher resource
Translating Timberlake Wertenbaker
Timberlake Wertenbaker is a fascinating playwright and it begins with her name.
timberlake wertenbaker • timberlake wertenberger • our country's good • love of the nightingale • galileo's daughter
Timberlake Wertenbaker is a fascinating playwright and it begins with her name.
timberlake wertenbaker • timberlake wertenberger • our country's good • love of the nightingale • galileo's daughter
A Change of Date for Australia Day?
Australia Day is a contentious subject for the country's indigenous peoples. The current political debate is: should there be a change of date for Australia Day?
australia’s indigenous peoples • australia day • indigenous rights • australian politics • kevin rudd
Australia Day is a contentious subject for the country's indigenous peoples. The current political debate is: should there be a change of date for Australia Day?
australia’s indigenous peoples • australia day • indigenous rights • australian politics • kevin rudd
Home History and Conifers
Gay and Kees live in an historical home and this tells you the story of a murder that took place in their garden
tasmania • historic • garden • conifer • perennial
Gay and Kees live in an historical home and this tells you the story of a murder that took place in their garden
tasmania • historic • garden • conifer • perennial
Numbarlie Marlu Men's Business
An open letter to all Aboriginal men, talking back to the slander of recent anti-Indigenous propaganda.
men's business • numbarlie marlu • sam watson • aboriginal paedophile • aboriginal rape
An open letter to all Aboriginal men, talking back to the slander of recent anti-Indigenous propaganda.
men's business • numbarlie marlu • sam watson • aboriginal paedophile • aboriginal rape
Samuel Marsden – “The Flogging Parson”
Samuel Marsden was a notorious official in Australian history, and a classic example of misguided good intentions.
marsden • australia • colony • parson • new zealand
Samuel Marsden was a notorious official in Australian history, and a classic example of misguided good intentions.
marsden • australia • colony • parson • new zealand
The Convict Colony-About to Starve-1
Poor planning saw the new colony in dire straits from food shortages. This was to test Governor Phillips's resolve and engenuity to the limit.
convict • colony • phillip • supply • sirius
Poor planning saw the new colony in dire straits from food shortages. This was to test Governor Phillips's resolve and engenuity to the limit.
convict • colony • phillip • supply • sirius
The Convict Colony-The Foundation
The arrival of the 'first fleet' in Botany Bay, was the beginning of British settlement in Australia. However the shortcomings of their chosen site,was to be their immediate problem.
convicts • convict • phillip • captain cook • australia
The arrival of the 'first fleet' in Botany Bay, was the beginning of British settlement in Australia. However the shortcomings of their chosen site,was to be their immediate problem.
convicts • convict • phillip • captain cook • australia
Anzac Day - April 25th
A brief look at the history of Anzac Day and its symbolism to the peoples of Australia and New Zealand.
gallipoli • anzac day • anzac cove • australia • newzealand
A brief look at the history of Anzac Day and its symbolism to the peoples of Australia and New Zealand.
gallipoli • anzac day • anzac cove • australia • newzealand
The Convict Colony-Mutiny on the ‘Bounty’?
The famous 'Bounty' mutiny was to have fateful repercussions for the fledgling Australian colony. Captain Bligh would later become its fourth Governor, and be involved in yet more controversial events.
bligh • bounty • australia • colony • tahiti
The famous 'Bounty' mutiny was to have fateful repercussions for the fledgling Australian colony. Captain Bligh would later become its fourth Governor, and be involved in yet more controversial events.
bligh • bounty • australia • colony • tahiti
Before the Numenoreans Came
What was Eriador like in the years between the departure of the Numenoreans over Sea and their eventual return? We can extrapolate a few ideas based on things J.R.R. Tolkien said concerning the history of the Dunedain.
gil-galad • elrond • lindon • beleriand • cirdan
What was Eriador like in the years between the departure of the Numenoreans over Sea and their eventual return? We can extrapolate a few ideas based on things J.R.R. Tolkien said concerning the history of the Dunedain.
gil-galad • elrond • lindon • beleriand • cirdan
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