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Australian Museum: Aborinigal and Torres Strait Islander

For Students 9th - 10th
The Australian Museum Online presents the anthropology of the Indigenous people of Australia. See their collection of artifacts and read about western desert art and other historical ideas about Australia.
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Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial: China (Boxer Rebellion), 1900 01

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Australian aid given to the British Army during the Boxer Rebellion.
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South Australian Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
The main page of the South Australian Museum describes the major exhibit currently on display. Links are provided to explore more of the museum.
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Fish Base: Australian Salmon

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out species data and characteristics about the Australian Salmon.
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Unique Australian Animals

Unique Australian Animals: Koala

For Students 9th - 10th
Gather the facts about the adorable Australian marsupial, the Koala. This webpage provides a simple descriptive overview of the koala. It also discusses where they are found, their habitat, reproduction, activity, feeding and much more.
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum: Radioactive Dating

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains what radioactive dating is and describes the different techniques used, what they are used for, and the limitations of each.
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National Archives of Australia: Documenting a Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site for primary source materials on the history of Australia. From the Australian government's National Archives.
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Australian Museum: Animal Species: Red Indian Fish, Pataecus Fronto

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of the Red Indian Fish, which lives only off the coasts of Australia. Description includes identification, habitat, feeding and diet, as well as other characteristics or qualities of the species.
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Australia: Country Information

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs, a great overview of all things having to do with Australia. Explore studying in Australia, visiting or migrating there, learn about the people, economy, culture, religion, history, and...
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum: Death: The Last Taboo

For Students 9th - 10th
Throughout the world, death and the rituals that surround it are steeped in taboos. Explores what happens to us when we die and the different ways we deal with death.
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Australian Museum: Bug Wise: Ants

For Students 9th - 10th
Museum site invites users to learn more about this tiny creature by providing them with information on what ants look like, where they are normally found and much more.
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum: Bug Wise

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the diverse world of invertebrates. Learn what they are, what they do, and how they contribute to our planet. This site offers "BugWise News", a forum, an invertebrate guide, and a wide range of great resources and activities.
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum: Bug Wise: Cicada

For Students 9th - 10th
Museum site features the Cicada. Provides a comprehensive physical description as well as information as to where they are found and what they do.
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The Development of Australian Foreign Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes the history and changes in Australia's foreign policy, as they try to establish new ties other than Britain, the United States, and New Zealand.
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Early Images of the Australian Aborigines

For Students 9th - 10th
This exhibition provides images drawn from the early discovery and exploration accounts, including those of William Blake.
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Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences

Powerhouse Museum: Australian Wetlands Designer

For Students 9th - 10th
The Powerhouse Museum of Sydney, Australia presents "Australian Wetlands Designer" from the exhibit "Australian Designers at Work". Meet wetlands designer Peter Adcock and learn about the relatively new field of environmental design,...
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Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences

Powerhouse Museum: Australian Visual Effects Designer

For Students 9th - 10th
The Powerhouse Museum presents "Australian Visual Effects Designer" from the "Australian Designers at Work" exhibit. Here you can meet the multimedia designer Toby Grime, learn about the design process he employs, and see examples of the...
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Powerhouse Museum: Australian Product (Industrial) Designer at Work

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney, Australia, this is "Australian Product Designer at Work" from the exhibit "Australian Designers at Work". Product design or Industrial design is presented with an exploration of the career of...
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Australian Traditions

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at some Australian traditions, including Australia Day, St. Patrick's Day, Christmas, ANZAC Day, the Melbourne Cup, and how some of these traditions are different in Australia than in other nations.
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Australian Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
This homepage provides links to historical documents of Australian government, key terms, an overview of Australia's political system, and more.
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Powerhouse Museum: Australian Graphic Designer at Work

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Powerhouse Museum of Sydney, Australia this is the graphic designer section of the on-line exhibit and activity center, "Australian Designers at Work". This page examines the life and work of graphic designer Ray Parslow.
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Australian Maritime Safety Authority: Mathematics and Oil Spills

For Students 9th - 10th
The numbers related to an oil spill that are reported in the media can be quite confusing to the public. This lesson helps students understand the numerical terms used to describe an oil spill. They are asked to solve three problems...
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Australia: Australian Indigenous Cultural Heritage

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the indigenous peoples of Australia and how they have helped shape Australia's culture and society of today.
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Australian Acad. Of Science: Food Waste: Preventing Multi Billion Dollar Problem

For Students 9th - 10th
The top priority when it comes to food waste is to avoid generating more. Food waste includes all food intended for human consumption that never reaches us, as well as edible food that consumers throw away. As it rots in landfills, food...

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