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Dirk Hartog's voyage to Australia in 1616 was primarily driven by the quest for new trade routes and the exploration of uncharted territories. As a Dutch explorer, he was tasked with mapping the western coastline of Australia, which was part of the broader Dutch efforts to expand their maritime trade networks in the East Indies. During his journey, Hartog became the first known European to set foot on Australia's western coast, landing on what is now known as Dirk Hartog Island. His voyage contributed significantly to the European understanding of the Australian continent.

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