Collection: History Support Collection

An account of the chief atrocities committed by Michael Howe murderer and by his associates during a period of six years in Van Diemen's Land

This publication contains a study of the Lane Cove River region which investigates the changes that have taken place over the period of white settlement and explores a range of issues which have a strong impact in the area.

The 'Miles and Milestones' article by J. M. E. discusses the use of milestones as reference points in terms of travelling and roads. Roman milestones, and milestones in New South Wales are discussed, as are historic monuments commemorating important individuals, places, or events. The 'Turnpikes ...

This publication contains information on British Units in Australia from 1790-1870 with lists of where records are held.

Minefields and Miniskirts brings to life a collage of true stories: the extraordinary experiences of the women who played a part in the war in Vietnam. A volunteer, a journalist, a nurse, and entertainer and the wife of a veteran relive their time in Vietnam, from the glitz and glamour of the lav...

Minefields and Miniskirts brings to life a collage of true stories: the extraordinary experiences of the women who played a part in the war in Vietnam. A volunteer, a journalist, a nurse, and entertainer and the wife of a veteran relive their time in Vietnam, from the glitz and glamour of the lav...

Australia's largest city, Sydney, has always been a focus for cultural diversity. Much of this was concealed as an emerging nation sought to create its image as a society predominantly white, masculinist, and 'respectable'.