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History of Australia
Questions about the prehistory and recent history of the continent of Australia.
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When why and how did the taking of aboriginal children through the 'stolen generation' stop?
The practice of taking Aboriginal children from their families during the Stolen Generations in Australia occurred from the late 1800s to as late as the 1970s. The official policy was gradually phased out through changing societal attitudes, increased awareness, and legal reforms. The 1997 Bringing Them Home report and the 2008 National Apology provided acknowledgment and reconciliation for the past injustices.
How did propaganda create the anzac legend?
Propaganda during World War I played a crucial role in creating the Anzac legend by promoting heroic stories of the Australian and New Zealand soldiers serving at Gallipoli. Through posters, newspapers, and other mediums, these accounts were used to boost morale, foster patriotism, and build a sense of national identity. The romanticization of the Anzacs' bravery and sacrifice helped solidify their place in Australian and New Zealand history.
Social migration refers to the movement of individuals or groups from one social class or status to another. This can be due to economic opportunities, education, or other factors that lead to a change in social position within society.
People migrate to seek better economic opportunities, escape persecution or conflict, reunite with family members, pursue education or training, access better healthcare, find a better quality of life, experience new cultures, escape natural disasters or environmental degradation, seek political asylum, and for adventure and personal growth.
What was the population of Australia in 1971?
In 1971 there were 12,755,638 people in Australia according to the census.
What was the population of Australia in 1990?
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the population of Australia in 1901 was 3,773,801. This did not include the indigenous people, who were not counted in the census.
Is Australia the lazy country?
no. The earliest European settlers can take pride in being a herd of scalwags guarded by the worst group of military volunteers that the UK had ever fielded. The leadership of the earliest Australian Colonists may not have been perfect, but many really are given less then adeqquate marks for their effort. These were not lazy immigrants. In many cases they resented the throne and had been given a poor chance to survive. But they opted to survive and became an honored part of Australia's history.
How can you explain in simple terms what is meant by the Aboriginal Dreaming?
The Aboriginal Dreaming refers to the spiritual beliefs and creation stories of Indigenous Australian cultures. It encompasses their understanding of the world, including the origins of the land, animals, and people, and underpins their connection to the land and spiritual beliefs. It is a complex concept that encompasses cultural knowledge, law, and spirituality, shaping many aspects of Indigenous Australian life.
How many people die or get injured in house fires per year.?
Fire departments respond to about 1,752,000 fires every year
4,380 people are killed on the scene of house fires every year, that doesn't include the people that die later due to injuries from house fires. So that's 1 person every 2 hours.
17,520 people are injured burned, or disfigured in house fires every year, so that's 2 people every hour.
Fire causes $8,760,000,000 in property damage every year!
Many of these fires are due to people leaving on the hob or the grill etc. and forgetting they have left it on.
But some are caused by people on purpose!
What is the meaning of australoid sakai?
"Australoid" refers to a group of indigenous people from Australia and nearby regions with physical characteristics such as dark skin and curly hair. The "Sakai" are a tribal group of nomadic forest dwellers in Malaysia, known for their hunting and gathering lifestyle.
What is the early history of East Hawthorn Victoria?
Early history of East Hawthorn Sub divisions.In the 1850s nehemiah gutheridge leased and owned large tracts of land.East Hawthorn from Toorak road North along Auburn Road to Burwood Road and East to Burke Road.Stonyhurst Estate had an address of 375 Auburn Road and the mansion built on the crest of a hill on land owned by Thomas Hilliard grazier later to become Fairmount road when subdivision began in 1920Stonyhurst was a double storey building facing west to auburn Road with extensive gardens and outbuildings.It was situated exaxctly next to and north of Aidaville owned by John Jenkin and later in 1925 to become Fairmount House and sold in that year.Directly north of Stonyhurst behind a fenceline was Wisemans Athol farm,from 1873 till 1920 when that 1 acre block was subdivided as Miami Street 1921,leased by George Mowling senior.In 1936 Athol was listed as Athol flats at 8 Miami.Originally an 8 roomed house would have farmed cows anddairy and fruit trees as well as vegetables.In 1939 or 1940 Stonyhurst was demolished to make way for a duplex known as 5 and 5A,I resided at 5A from 1949 till 1978,my father moving into 5A in 1941,it was previously known as number 5 Stonyhurst Flats at no 5 Fairmount Road.THere were then,three historic properties in line,2 of which stand in part today.The Wiseman brothers Walter,Albert and Arthur who owned or farmed the land hailed ROM Widford in Hertsfordshire U.K. and set up land holdings in 1873,Athol being built by William.H.Cleverdon architect.The Wisemans owned a property Widford now on the corner of Wiseman St and Auburn Road,and Wiseman Mews is a rebuild of an earlier 1930 build on the original stables.There is also a Widford Street in Upper Hawthorn where there may have been another property.Wisemans were responsible for a great deal of subdivision.They married into Neave family hence the name Neave Street Hawthorn East.They also named other Athols.They had connections with Glenroy one of Melbournes northern suburbs and built a 2 storey mansion in Widford St Glenroy.
What are traditional gender roles in Australia?
By that do you mean the status of women compared to men and vice-versa? If so then technically it is meant to be equal gender rights, however there are some individuals who consider the men Tobe on top. This sometimes shows out in offices but is not meant to. Politically and the majority of the time socially, Australia is an equal gender rights nation.
What are the major reasons people migrate?
People migrate looking for a better life then the one they left behind in their old country; often these countries are beset with grinding poverty war or political upheaval that can easily mean the death of thousands of people at a time. People leave their friends families and old ways behind to give their families a better chance.
Give two reasons why people might migrate from one region to another?
People might migrate in search of better economic opportunities, such as higher wages or more job prospects. Additionally, individuals may move to escape conflict, violence, persecution, or natural disasters in their home region.
Where did Edith Cowan grow up?
Edith Cowan grew up in Geraldton, Western Australia. She was born in a small cottage in a coastal town called Geraldton, where she spent her early years before moving to Perth to attend boarding school.
What kind of poem is Waltzing Matilda?
Waltzing Matilda is an Australian poem because it is based on a real Australian event, and involves some unique Australian terms. Words such as billabong, swagman and coolibah are not used outside of Australia.
Waltzing Matilda drew attention to the difficult conditions surrounding the Great Shearer's Strike of the late 1800s. The lyrics were based on the story of a man named Samuel "Frenchy" Hoffmeister. In September 1894, on the Dagworth sheep station north of Winton, Queensland, some shearers were in a strike that turned violent. The strikers fired off their rifles and pistols in the air and then set fire to the woolshed at the Dagworth Homestead, killing over a hundred sheep. The owner of Dagworth Homestead and three policemen pursued Hoffmeister who, rather than be captured, shot and killed himself at a billabong.
What was the importance of the 1980 referendum?
The 1980 referendum in Zimbabwe was important because it led to the country gaining independence from British colonial rule. The referendum determined whether Zimbabwe would become an independent sovereign nation or remain a British colony. The overwhelming vote in favor of independence signaled the end of colonial rule and the beginning of self-governance for Zimbabwe.
Did the rest of Ned Kelly's gang get hung with Ned Kelly?
Yes, three members of Ned Kelly's gang were also hanged for their involvement in the crimes committed with him. Joe Byrne, Dan Kelly, and Steve Hart were all executed for their actions alongside Ned Kelly.
Anzac was not a war. The word Anzac stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. An Anzac originally meant either an Australian or a New Zealander who was in the First World War, though now it is applied generally to the Defence forces of either or both countries.
Why did convicts steal first fleet?
The convicts were transported in the First Fleet because it was the most practical way to establish a colony in Australia. Convicts could provide inexpensive labour to build the colony. In addition, having a permanent settlement would satisfy other "needs" of the British.
The British decided to colonise Australia for several reasons:
1. To expand the British empire, and prevent the French from gaining a foothold in the Australian continent or in that part of the Pacific.
2. To solve the problem of Britain's overcrowded prisons (a consequence of the Industrial Revolution) by establishing a new penal colony in a land which showed promise for eventually becoming self-supporting. Britain had been sending their excess prisoners to North America, but the American War of Independence put a stop to the practice. Following this, the English were no longer able to transport surplus prisoners who couldn't legally be executed to North America.
3. Australia could provide commercial and political gains to Britain.
4. Due to war, Britain needed to find an alternative supply of Flax and timber as her Baltic supply was under threat. It was believed that nearby Norfolk Island would provide this.
5. Britain needed a port in the East to promote trade with China and to extend its naval and commercial power.
6. The continent had natural resources which England wanted.
Why did Australia's colonies become states?
As long as Australia's colonies were still colonies, they were under British rule. When the colonies federated, becoming states, they united as a single nation known as the Commonwealth of Australia, overseen by the federal government.
Why kelly gang robbed two banks and killed police?
the kelly gang killed the police officers because they were creating problems for ned and his family, not because they were bushrangers. the kelly gang didn't kill officers for fun it was because neds family was gettind discriminated
How long would convicts' sentences be for stealing small things?
The length of a convict's sentence for stealing small things can vary depending on the jurisdiction, the value of the stolen items, and the person's criminal history. In general, sentences for petty theft or shoplifting can range from probation or fines to a few months in jail. Repeat offenses or higher-value thefts may lead to longer sentences.
