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What They Wore: Clothing Through Australian History
What They Wore: Clothing Through Australian History
<p>Clothing tells stories about who we are, where we come from and how we live. This engaging course explores Australian history through the clothes worn by characters from twelve classic Australian
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Old South Head Road Coastal Walk
Old South Head Road Coastal Walk
<p>Explore one of Sydney's most beautiful coastal walks while uncovering centuries of history. From dramatic ocean views and famous shipwrecks to Watsons Bay, grand villas and stories of explorers,
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Kirribilli - Water, Stone and Tree
Kirribilli - Water, Stone and Tree
<p>Just north of the major settlement of colonial Sydney Town, a small community developed slowly around significant land purchases by Robert Campbell and later James Milson. In time some grand marine
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How the East India Companies Changed the World
How the East India Companies Changed the World
<p>From the sixteenth century onwards, European trading companies became powerful commercial empires in their own right. Backed by national governments, they established trading networks, colonies and
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Grand Estates of Vaucluse: Sydney's Colonial Harbour Mansions
Grand Estates of Vaucluse: Sydney's Colonial Harbour Mansions
<p>The magnificent estates of Vaucluse, Greycliffe and Strickland House tell the story of Sydney's colonial elite and their relationship with one of the world's great harbours. This guided walk
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Two Women with Pens: Louisa May Alcott and Miles Franklin
Two Women with Pens: Louisa May Alcott and Miles Franklin
<p>Louisa May Alcott and Miles Franklin lived in different countries and different generations, yet their lives reveal striking similarities. Both overcame financial hardship, family responsibilities
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South Head: Guardian of Sydney Harbour
South Head: Guardian of Sydney Harbour
<p>South Head has welcomed ships into Sydney Harbour for more than two centuries. This fascinating guided walk explores the Hornby Lighthouse, military fortifications, Camp Cove, the Marine Biological
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