The Australian Colonies
Exploring Australian colonisation through a history site study of The Rocks
This unit of work is available as an on-demand webinar
Webinars are available on scheduled dates and cost $60 per class, journaled to your school (DoE), or through a sales order for Non DoE schools.
Please book through DART
Acknowledgement of Country
We would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land Observatory Hill EEC is located on, and pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that this website may contain images, voices and videos of deceased persons. Teachers may wish to take a few moments to discuss this sensitivity with your class.
For Teachers
This website focuses on the Stage 3 History topic The Australian Colonies through a history Site Study of The Rocks, Sydney. The website and accompanying webinar is designed to:
- describe and explain the significant people, places and events in Australia's colonial history with a focus on The Rocks
- describe and explain different experiences of people living in Australia over time
- apply a variety of skills and resources of historical inquiry and communication
Webinars are available on demand subject to availability and cost $30 per class (journaled to your school).
Ph: 9247 7321 to make a booking.
S3 History excursions in The Rocks for The Australian Colonies topic are also available - Covid 19 restrictions permitting.
Journals are also available on the Resource Page
Sydney Cove: A Journey Through Time
Source: YouTube