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Captain Cook Lands In Aus
Captain James Cook claims possession of the whole east coast of Australia. -
First Fleet Lands
British settlement in Australia begins. Clashes occur between Aboriginal people and the settlers. -
Governor Macquarie opens a school for Aboriginal children
'Native Institution', Parramatta -
Myall Creek Massacre
Settlers shoot 28 Aboriginal people, mostly women and children. 11 Europeans were charged with murder but are acquitted. -
NSW Aborigines Protection Board established
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Australia Becomes A Federation
Aboriginals not to be counted in the census -
National Referendum
Aboriginals to be recognised, included in the census for the first time -
Neville Bonner Is Sworn In As Australia’s First Aboriginal Senator
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Racial Discrimination Act of 1975
Racial discrimination outlawed in Australia -
NT elections, for first time Aboriginals must vote
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The People’s Walk For Reconciliation On 28 May Occurs
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Kevin Rudd Sorry Speech
Apologises for the actions of the past governments -
Adam Goodes Australian Of The Year