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STORIES THAT SHAPED AUSTRALIA

Australia is more than famous landmarks and bucket-list destinations. It is a country shaped by extraordinary landscapes, unique wildlife, rich cultures, fascinating history and the people who call it home. At Absolutely Australia, we celebrate the places, stories and experiences that make this country so special, helping you search, visit and discover the very best of Australia.

70 years of Australian television!

Celebrating 70 years of Australian television, from the first 1956 broadcast to colour, digital, and streaming. A look back at the moments, milestones, and stories that shaped how Australia watches TV.

13 Days Ago

Australia's Enduring Obsession with Milk

A look at how milk became woven into Australian culture through childhood rituals, regional identity, industry influence, and everyday habits.

13 Days Ago

Peat Island: The Hawkesbury’s Island of Silence

Peat Island on the Hawkesbury River hides a haunting past of forgotten children, mysterious deaths and life inside the feared Ward 4. A chilling Australian story.

13 Days Ago

Australia’s Bicentennial is on the way

Australia’s Bicentennial is approaching. Let's explore our shared history, First Nations culture, migration & the bright future we are building together as the countdown continues.

20 Days Ago

AUSTRALIAN LIFE

Wittenoom - The Abandoned Town with a Deadly Legacy #Australia

Do you believe in ghosts? In Western Australia, there is a ghost town that still …

3 Years Ago

The Celebrations of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras and Sydney WorldPride

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras & Sydney WorldPride LGBTQIA+

This year Sydney hosts two of the largest LGBTQ+ celebrations in the world, the annual …

3 Years Ago

Devil's Pool #Australia

Devil's Pool is a natural pool in a treacherous stretch of Babinda Creek (Qlnd) which holds a sinister centuries-old Aboriginal history.

5 Years Ago

A Taste of Orange without Oranges Central West

The city of Orange sits at the foot of an extinct volcano, and is located …

8 Years Ago

Stadium Australia Aussie Sport

Stadium Australia, also known as ANZ Stadium and formerly known as Telstra Stadium, is a …

9 Years Ago

DISCOVER AUSTRALIA

Larrimah: A Small Town with a Big Story

Larrimah is a small town with a big story of love, loss, and the bonds that connect its residents despite heated rivalries and scandals.

2 Years Ago

About Victoria

Victoria combines heritage, nature, arts, architecture and class. It has a variety of landscapes from the dry outback, to snowy mountains & lush forests to an inspiring coastline.

10 Years Ago

12 swimming holes within 200km of Perth

Western Australia has become well known for its inland lakes, rivers, swimming holes and dams.

4 Years Ago

Where to camp & swim around Perth

Swimming spots, both inland and along the coast, where you can pitch your tent right by the water.

4 Years Ago

CULTURE & HISTORY

Indigenous dancers strike a pose during the Homeground festival - a major annual celebration of aboriginal culture.

The Missing Treaty

The Māori people of New Zealand successfully secured a treaty with the British government in 1840, while Australia's Aboriginal population did not, leading to discussion of why this difference exists.

3 Years Ago

Bunnings Drops a Beauty of an April Fools' Prank

Bunnings 10-litre Vegemite tub prank sent Australia into a spin, with thousands begging for it to become real. A cheeky April Fools' hit that proved Bunnings and Vegemite are true Aussie icons.

7 Months Ago

The Legal Status of Drugs in Australia

Many countries have legalised or decriminalised marijuana for medicinal or recreational purposes. But is it legal in Australia?

3 Years Ago

Cultural Appropriation - Principles and Protocols

In recent years, there has been a growing concern over the issue of cultural appropriation.

3 Years Ago

NATURE & WILDLIFE

Living with Kangaroos #Australia

Kangaroos are one of the most iconic animals in Australia, and they are not restricted to rural areas or the outback.

3 Years Ago

Tips for Living with and Feeding Australian Wildlife- #Australia

About one in three households provides food for native animals. Learn more about responsible behaviour towards wildlife in your area.

3 Years Ago

Dangerous Animals & Insects- #Australia

Australia has a reputation for its dangerous animals, even if somewhat exaggerated.

7 Years Ago

Living with Kangaroos- #Australia

Kangaroos are one of the most iconic animals in Australia, and they are not restricted to rural areas or the outback.

3 Years Ago

The Great Dividing Range- Snowy Mountains

The Great Dividing Range is Australia's most impressive mountain range and the 3rd longest land-based range in the world.

9 Years Ago

AUSTRALIAN WMEN

Innovative Women in Australia's History Women of Australia

Throughout history, women have been overlooked and their accomplishments often went unnoticed.

3 Years Ago

Timeline of Gender Equality in Australia

A journey through Australia’s strides toward gender equality, marked by milestones that shaped the nation’s history.

1 Year Ago

The Role of Women in Australian Society- Women of Australia

Explore the evolution of women's roles in Australia, their societal contributions, and lasting global impacts.

1 Year Ago

Innovative Women in Australia's History- Women of Australia

Throughout history, women have been overlooked and their accomplishments often went unnoticed.

3 Years Ago

Believe it, or Not

Wittenoom - The Abandoned Town with a Deadly Legacy

Do you believe in ghosts? In Western Australia, there is a ghost town that still haunts the state and its people.

3 Years Ago

The Monte Cristo Homestead

Visitors to the Monte Cristo Homestead report seeing eerie lights at the homestead or weird feelings where murders have occurred.

5 Years Ago

The Mysterious Disappearance of
Azaria Chamberlain

On this day in 1980, nine-week-old Azaria Chamberlain went missing at Uluru, sparking one of Australia’s most controversial cases.

1 Year Ago

Spooky Secrets of Adelaide Arcade

Do you believe in ghosts? Adelaide Arcade in Australia is known for its ghostly sightings and mysterious happening.

3 Years Ago