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Important Australian Dates

By Eugenie
  • Australia Discovered

    Australia Discovered
    Captain James Cook lands on the more hospitable east coast of Australia and claims it for Britain.
  • First Fleet arrived-white settlement

    First Fleet arrived-white settlement
    This day is now also known as Australia Day.
    This is when Australia was colonised by Britain.
  • Eureka Rebellion

    Eureka Rebellion
    This date marks the only revolt that the people of Australia had against the British government.
  • Australian Federation

    Australian Federation
    The 1st parliament is formed and all states across Australia are united. Today could also be known as Australia's 'birth' day!
  • The anzacs at Gallipoli

    The anzacs at Gallipoli
    The slouch hat was first worn, kiwi's had their silver badge. New Zealand and Australia fought together, but it was not the 1st time fighting togerther.
  • Australia is Under Attack!

    Australia is Under Attack!
    Australia is attacked by the Japanese and Darwin is bombed 62 times. The nation is under threat and calls for America to help.
  • Olympics

    Olympics
    The Olympics were held in Sydney!