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The History of Australian Theatre
A history of theater in Australia, with links to many articles, plays, performers, and other things related to Australia's theater history.
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Migration Heritage Centre: Packing to Leave: Saris, Suits and Spices (Migration
Migrants to Australia from South Asia share their personal stories as part of the "Packing to Leave" exhibit.
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National Museum of Australia: Flemington on Cup Day
In this interactive virtual exhibit, explore Flemington, Australia's largest racecourse, on Melbourne Cup day. Learn about the fashions, horses, and people who have impacted this event in history.
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Australian Infomation: Australian Culture Guide: A Guide to Australia
Explore the Australian culture through tourism, inspirational stories, inspirational poetry, and through amazing Australia facts.
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Australia: Australian Indigenous Cultural Heritage
A history of the indigenous peoples of Australia and how they have helped shape Australia's culture and society of today.
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Australia: Australian Stories
This homepage provides links to many stories of Australian origin.
Australian War Memorial
Australian War Memorial: Australian Involvement in the First World War
An overview of the Australian army's involvement in World War I.
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Australia Day
Offers video highlights of the 2008 Australia Day Citizenship Ceremonies. Content includes the history and a timeline of Australia Day, latest news, ways to celebrate, and games and other online activities. Australia Day takes place on...
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Australian Aboriginal Art and Storytelling
In this lesson plan, learners will consider "Australian Aboriginal Art and Storytelling." The plan includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.
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Australian Paintings: The Value of Tradition
An essay discussing the value of tradition as seen through Australian paintings.
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Australian Culture
This homepage offers many links to different areas of Australian culture, including social etiquette, humor, inventions, science, quotes, dining, and many others.
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Early Images of the Australian Aborigines
This exhibition provides images drawn from the early discovery and exploration accounts, including those of William Blake.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Australia
Provides an overview of the culture of Australia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
New York Times
New York Times: Traditions From Australia Face Contemporary Life
[Free Registration/Login Required] A review of the "Corroboree", the name of a dance with Aboriginal roots. (Oct. 6, 2001)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Australians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Australians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
The Economist
The Economist: Australia's Aborigines: Original Sin
This article discusses the evolving issues of racism against the aborigines of Australia.
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National Portrait Gallery of Australia
Delve into the depths of the Australian National Portrait Gallery. There are captivating exhibits featured online.
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Australia: Culture and the Arts
A brief description of the cultural traditions in Australia, including the visual arts, performing arts, cultural heritage, film, writers, and fashion.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Aranda
Learn about the culture of the Aranda speakers of central Australia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Karadjeri
Learn about the culture of the Karadjeri of Western Australia.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Kamilaroi
Learn about the culture of the Kamilaroi people of New South Wales, Australia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Kariera
Learn about the culture of the Kariera people of Western Australia. This source focuses on their social organization.