Ancient Heritage, Modern Society (History of Australia)

A brief introduction to Australian history including the first inhabitants, European settlement, the birth of the nation, the impact of war, post-war prosperity and the changing society, with links to further information.

www.dfat.gov.au

Australia's War 1939-1945

This Department of Veterans' Affairs website provides teachers and students with access to imaginative and relevant information about significant World War II events, including the defence of Australia, Australia's war in the Pacific and Australian armed forces in other theatres. The site also incorporates a timeline of Australia's involvement in World War II. Information will be added to this site during 2004 - 2005.

www.ww2australia.gov.au

Australians At War

Australian War Memorial main index page for Australian at War. Includes links to an Australian military history overview, First World War official histories, profiles of Australian military units, military statistics and an encyclopedia featuring answers to frequently asked questions about Australians at war

www.awm.gov.au

Documenting A Democracy - Australia's story

This website tells the story of Australia through the documents which give our national, state and territory governments the right to govern. It exhibits and explains Australia's primary constitutional documents for New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia and the Commonwealth and traces through these documents the shaping of Australian democracy and citizenship.

www.foundingdocs.gov.au

European Discovery and the Colonisation of Australia

An article from Australia's Culture and Recreation Portal about European maritime discovery and the British colonisation of Australia. Includes the First Fleet, contact with the indigenous Aboriginal inhabitants, the colony of New South Wales, and the history of Australia Day. Links to relevant online resources are provided.

www.culture.gov.au