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Discover how people, events and ideas have shaped the world over time. Engage with historical perspectives that deepen your understanding of society today. Ideal for anyone curious about the past.
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Victorian and Federation Sydney - Sydney CBD Walking Tour
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Victorian and Federation Sydney - Sydney CBD Walking Tour
<p>This guided walking tour explores Sydney’s Victorian and Federation-era architecture in the heart of the CBD. We examine how buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries reflect changing
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Clash of Cultures on the Hawkesbury (Oxberry/Dyarubbin) River
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Clash of Cultures on the Hawkesbury (Oxberry/Dyarubbin) River
<p>This course explores one of the most significant early contact zones in colonial New South Wales, centered on the Hawkesbury/Nepean River at Windsor. Through place-based history, we examine
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Great Battle in Modern History: Amiens, August 1918
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Great Battle in Modern History: Amiens, August 1918
<p>The Battle of Amiens marked a decisive turning point in the First World War. This course examines how strategy, coordination and innovation combined to break the stalemate on the Western Front. We
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Great Battle in Modern History: Amiens, August 1918
<p>The Battle of Amiens marked a decisive turning point in the First World War. This course examines how strategy, coordination and innovation combined to break the stalemate on the Western Front. We
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Dogs throughout History: From Prehistory to Modern Times
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Dogs throughout History: From Prehistory to Modern Times
<p>Dogs have shared human lives longer than any other animal. This course explores the history of dogs from early domestication to their roles as workers, companions and cultural symbols. We examine
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Eleven "Plagues" of Sydney: Epidemics and their Impact
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Eleven "Plagues" of Sydney: Epidemics and their Impact
<p>Since 1788, Sydney has faced repeated waves of epidemic disease that shaped the city’s development and social life. This course explores eleven major outbreaks, examining how fear, politics,
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Climate and Catastrophe in Ancient Egypt
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Climate and Catastrophe in Ancient Egypt
<p>Climate played a crucial role in shaping ancient Egyptian society. This course explores how environmental change influenced religion, economy, politics and everyday life along the Nile. We examine
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Climate and Catastrophe in Ancient Egypt
<p>Climate played a crucial role in shaping ancient Egyptian society. This course explores how environmental change influenced religion, economy, politics and everyday life along the Nile. We examine
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Unpacking The Higgins/Lehrmann "Omnishambles"
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Unpacking The Higgins/Lehrmann "Omnishambles"
<p>The Higgins–Lehrmann case exposed deep tensions between law, politics and media in Australia. This course revisits the events and fallout, examining how legal processes, public commentary and
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Archaeology 101: Unearthing the Past
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Archaeology 101: Unearthing the Past
<p>Ever wondered how archaeologists bring the ancient world to light? This introductory session unpacks the methods, tools, and scientific techniques used to excavate, date, and interpret
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Vast Wealth, Vast Privilege - Royalty Unfiltered
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Vast Wealth, Vast Privilege - Royalty Unfiltered
<p>The British royal family is often presented as symbolic or ceremonial, yet it sits atop vast wealth and privilege. This course explores the monarchy’s financial power, examining property, art
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The Discovery of Van Diemen's Land
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The Discovery of Van Diemen's Land
<p>Van Diemen's Land, now known as Tasmania, entered European awareness through a series of dramatic voyages. This course traces early encounters with the island, focusing on explorers such as Abel
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