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Australian History Timeline: Pre-1770s to 1890s
The Australian History Timeline features over 90 film clips showcasing a unique collection of Australian history documentaries. Part 1 covers pre-1770s to the 1890s.
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Constructing Australia: The West and Federation
Some sort of federation of the Australian colonies had been suggested as early as 1846. Ferocious political struggles over the shape of the new nation continued to the eleventh hour. 'The West and...
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Constructing Australia: Pipe Dreams - The Premier's Dream for Water
This is a story of personal tragedy, political rivalries, corruption and trial by media that nearly tore apart Australia at the moment of its birth. In the late 1800s, two men shared a vision for...
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