The Latest Breaking News from First Fleet

In 1789, one mysterious outbreak changed Australia's history; scientists may have solved it

In 1789, a horrific outbreak devastated Indigenous Australians around Sydney Harbor. Up to 70% of local First Nations people died. For over 200 years, the cause remained a mystery. Now, scientists solved it. Computer modeling points directly to the British First Fleet. Dried smallpox scabs, carried in medical vials, likely…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Outback town mayor pulls out of Australia Day events

Alice Springs will go ahead with Australia Day formalities without the mayor, who says the January 26 celebration harms parts of her community.

AAP · Jan 21

Exploring stories from wonderful Wallabadah

Out-of-the-way village has a fascinating history

Newcastle Herald · Jun 23, 2024

'Things would be very different:' How the French almost colonised Australia

If it wasn't for a series of events in Britain, France and at sea, Australia could have a very different history.

ABC News · Apr 28, 2022

Protests, citizenship festivities mark contentious Australia Day holiday

Thousands rallied against the mistreatment of Indigenous people across Australia on Wednesday as citizenship ceremonies took place to mark the country's national day intended to celebrate the birth of modern Australia.

Reuters · Jan 26, 2022