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The First Fleet establishes the first white settlement in Australia. -
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The Second Fleet arrives -
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Flinders suggests the name Australia -
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Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth cross the Blue Mountains -
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Govenour Macquarie supports the name Australia but it is some time before this is adopted. -
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1821 - 1830 During this period 32500 convicts arrive in Australia. -
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The Moreton Bay settlement is moved and named Brisbane -
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The first Scottish immigrants arrive in Victoria -
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Transportation of convicts to Western Australia begins. -
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The population of Victoria is 180000. -
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1851 - 1870 Government spending on public works such as railways and telegraph systems increases in all colonies. -
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All Brittish troops are removed from Australia and each colony establishes armed forces of their own. -
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Gold is discovered in Western Australia. -
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The first federal elections are held. -
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The Australian Capital Territory is established.
