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The People Make a Nation At a glance Focus question 1: Was Australia always organised in states and territories? Teaching and learning activities Focus question 2: What were the arguments for and against Federation? Teaching and learning activities Focus question 3: How did the people make the nation?

'The Night We Made the Flag, A Eureka Story', is a picture book that imagines what might have happened on the night the Eureka flag was sewn by women on the Ballarat goldfields

Whether you are looking for inspiration, relaxation or just something that little bit different, we have a place for you. Step back and lose yourself as you wander the hallways of an historic home, discover the secrets of a Chinese Temple, imagine what it must have like stuck on a reef and throwing cannon and anchors overboard, dream about buying stock and shares in a gold rush or sit quietly on a wide, open verandah with the tropical breeze wafting across the garden. Queensland has no end of wonders that are being kept in trust for you.

Looks at each colonies road to Federation

TImelines of events in Australian History - broken into centuries.

featuring over 150 film clips showcasing a unique collection of Australian history documentaries matched with selected websites from Australia's national collecting institutions

The Australian Dictionary of Biography is Australia's pre-eminent dictionary of national biography. In it you will find concise, informative and fascinating descriptions of the lives of significant and representative persons in Australian history. The ADB is produced by the National Centre of Biography at the Australian National University.

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Curriculum Corporation: Reading Enriches Learning Books and learning activities for years 5-8 readers