How fortunetelling captured the hearts of 20th century Australians
At the beginning of the 20th century, psychics and fortunetellers cast a spell on the Australian…
History
Was 536 the worst year to be alive?
18 months without sunlight and the start of a decade-long volcanic winter. This week we shed…
Year 536: What historians & scientists are calling the ‘wor...
The year 536 saw the start of a period with one or more volcanic eurptions, plague,…
Science Spotlight: The Girard-Perregaux Observatory Chronometer
It’s time for Science Spotlight. Each week we talk to an expert about the big breakthroughs…
Is ANZUS Still Working for Australia?
This week marks the 70th Anniversary of the Australia, New Zealand and United States Security Treaty…
In Naidoc week – History Bites Back
Image:Image: SBS History Bites Back Humour can rise above the clamour of stereotypes, social media zealots…
Dictionary of Sydney – End of an Era
The Dictionary of Sydney is an incredible online project. It all started back in 2005 when…
Twenty Thousand Year Old Coronavirus Pandemic Identified In Human DNA
COVID-19 has been circulating for about a year and a half and for many of us,…
Dictionary of Sydney – Japanese Explorers Parsley Bay Detour
Minna Muhlen‑Schulte, Senior Heritage consultant and Dictionary of Sydney contributor tells of the Japanese explorers who…
Dictionary of Sydney – a Matter of Life and Death With the Coroner
The life of determining the dead has evolved over the years. Darrienne Wyndham, Heritage Consultant from…
Dictionary of Sydney’s Library Legend Charles Bertie
If you have ever browsed a book in a library, you have Charles Bertie to thank…
Dictionary of Sydney – The Demise of John Knatchbull
One of the most epic falls from grace, Dictionary of Sydney's Dr Rachel Franks walked us…