History SkillsStoryboardArthur Phillip's role in founding SydneyCurated byHistory SkillsIn 1788, the British sent a fleet of ships to establish a penal colony in Sydney, Australia. The man chosen to lead this expedition was Arthur Phillip, who made a number of decisions that would have a lasting impact on the Indigenous People of Australia...
History SkillsStoryboardAustralia in WWICurated byHistory SkillsThe First World War was a transformational experience for the young nation of Australia...
History SkillsStoryboardWhat is the Aboriginal Tent Embassy?Curated byHistory SkillsOn the morning of Australia Day in 1972, four Indigenous Australian men set up a tent on the lawn of Parliament House in Canberra. This simple act would spark one of the most significant movements in Australian history - The Aboriginal Tent Embassy. For over 45 years, the embassy has served as a symbol of protest and resilience for First Nations Australians, fighting for their rights and recognition...
History SkillsSahul: The ancient super-continent that once connected Australia with the worldhistoryskills.comDuring the last Ice Age, sea levels were much lower, an ancient landmass that once connected Australia, New Guinea, and Tasmania called Sahul existed. …
History SkillsStoryboardWhat was Australia like before the arrival of Europeans?Curated byHistory SkillsBefore the sails of European explorers dotted the horizon, Australia was a land of ancient stories and vibrant cultures, where Indigenous peoples thrived in harmony with the rhythms of nature. The continent, with its varied landscapes ranging from lush rainforests to vast deserts, was home to hundreds of Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander groups, each with their own distinct territories, social structures, and spiritual beliefs...
History SkillsStoryboardA nation divided: The fiery conscription debates in Australia during WWICurated byHistory SkillsIn Australia, the conscription of men for military service during World War One was a highly controversial issue. In the early years of the war, only those who volunteered were sent oversees to fight. However, the Australian government wanted to change that by introducing forced conscription. The two referenda on the matter, held in October 1916 and December 1917, resulted in a defeat for the pro-conscriptionists...
