European Settlement and Terra Nullius This resource outlines what the doctrine of terra nullius means and how this fiction came to describe British rule in Australia. It also outlines how the British legally claimed sovereignty over Australia via occupation and its...
Who was the city of Sydney named after? Return to Education Resources > While many people around the world are familiar with the city of Sydney, few people, even those residing in Sydney, know who it is named after. The city of Sydney bears the name of Thomas...
Eureka rebellion Why was the Eureka Rebellion important and what was its contribution to democracy in Australia? In Australia, we take many of our freedoms and rights for granted. These protections did not appear by chance but developed over time as those living in...
Development of the Rule of Law and Democratic Institutions in early colony of Australia Australian values based on freedom, respect, fairness and equality of opportunity are central to our community remaining a secure, prosperous and peaceful place to live. Our values...
