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Engaging students with a rich selection of sources and challenges them to draw their own conclusions about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ approaches to custodial responsibility and environmental management in different regions of Australia.

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Examples of advertising and media drawn from the National Library of Australia’s exhibition The Sell: Australian Advertising 1790s to 1990s and looks at their influence over time.

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Explore the stories of Australian women who broke barriers in the legal profession in this learning module.

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Explore the historical impact and legacy of James Cook's voyages in this learning module.

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Examine Japan under the Shoguns (794-1867), focusing on the feudal system and its societal impacts.

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Discover how migration has shaped Australia’s diverse identity through stories from the first colonies, the gold rush, refugees and more in this learning module.

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Explore the evolution of women's rights in Australia from women's suffrage to contemporary movements like #MeToo in this learning module. 

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Explore how communities evolve over time, how different cultures influence and contribute to communities, and how symbols convey meaning.

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Explore a rich selection of sources and challenges them to draw their own conclusions about the role of media in World War 1.

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Advertising campaigns for iconic Australian brands and early ads.

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British tea culture, imported with the arrival of the British in Australia in 1788, has been adapted by Australians into something distinct from its roots. One of the key early differences is the use of the ‘billy’, a lightweight metal can used most commonly for boiling water or cooking over a campfire.

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The postwar era saw advertising reflect notions of the ideal Australian home, of masculinity and feminine beauty and of health.