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Australian history
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Discovery of Australia
Dirk Hartog (Dutch explorer), sails to Western Australia. -
Abel Tasman
Dutch explorer Abel Tasman explores the west coast of Tasmania, and names the island "Anthoonij van Diemenslandt". -
Charting of Perth
Dutch explorer Willem de Vlamingh charts the southwestern coast of Australia, at what is now known as Perth. -
Captain Cook Claims Land
Captain James Cook arrives on the east coast of Australia and claims it for Britain. -
The Beginning of the European Colonisation
The First Fleet of 11 ships, led by Governor Arthur Phillip, depart from Great Britain for Australia. -
The Establishment of Tasmania
The town of Hobart is established in 'Van Diemens' Land; now known as Tasmania. -
The Gold Rush Begins
The gold rush begins near Bathurst in New South Wales. -
First Melbourne Cup
The first Melbourne Cup is held and won by Sydney horse "Archer". -
Last Convicts
The last convicts are transported to Australia. -
Ayers Rock Sighting
Ayers Rock is first sighted by Europeans. -
Death of Last Full Aboriginal
Truganini, the last full blooded Tasmanian aboriginal dies. -
World War 1
The first Australian troops are sent to fight in World War 1.
