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Dutch Sailed to Australia
The Dutch sailed to Australia but did not settle because they were on the desert side. Also they were attacked by the Aborigines. -
Captain James Cook
Captain James cook sailed to the other side of Australia where the climate was good and settled. He had guns that scared away the Aborigines. -
First Fleet
British ships first sent prisoners to Australia. This was called the "First Fleet". -
States and Territories
The states and territories were first created by the government . -
Prisoners Stopped
Great Britain stopped sending prisoners to Australia. -
Common Wealth
The common wealth of Australia was established. -
Capital
Canberra was completed and took Melbourne's position as capital. -
Laws
The federal government began to pass laws to help the Aborigines. -
Australia Act
All legal ties from Great Britain were severed. -
Rejected Votes
55% of the votes were rejected the idea of becoming independent republic.
