They might only comprise 10% of the population, but they perhaps comprise 90% of the imagery used to describe the Australian stereotype. True Blue? On being Australians shows that the larrikin image that Australia has been stuck with since the days of the convicts is still alive and well with not only men but women as well proudly calling themselves Bogan. There are definitely some positive attributes in the Bogan identity, but there are also some limitations. These limitations affect how other Australians are viewed when they try to engage with the international community.
The first document displays the hardship, courage and sacrifices which were demonstrated at the Gallipoli landing. The second document indicates to duty of men to serve and show their constancy to their Mother country, and also reveals forfeit and bravery of the young and old Anzacs. It is apparent that ranges of images were constructed due to such articles and documents. Referring to the AUS11 Documents, 2011, docs 10-16, Gallipoli landing symbolized a defining moment for Australia as a free and independent nation (birth of the Australian nation). It is also stated that, the Great War transformed typical Australian men from bush men to resourceful diggers, and from diggers to heroes.
To capture the innermost nature of something you must have a good understanding and relationship with it. John Olsen has been exploring and depicting the Australian landscape for many years, not only does he have an understanding of what it looks but also how it feels, sounds and behaves. Imagery involving the dominant theme of Sydney and the Harbour began to feature in his works during the 1970's during the time he traveled extensively across the country, giving new insights into Australia's regional and desert landscapes though he has always sought to capture a spiritual and universal dimension to the landscape in his work. Born in Newcastle, 1928, John Olsen grew
In my opinion, I believe that Australia did develop into an independent nation in the world during 1900-1945. Through the likes of federal policies in 1900-1914, WW1, 1920-1930’s and WW2 Australia increasingly became a more independent country. At the start of Australia’s birth; the federal government had placed many laws that would separate Australia from the world in terms of how they treated the working class. We placed many laws like the eight-hour day and basic wage. These laws protected the working class and we were the leaders throughout the world to place these laws in place.
Intro : Good morning today I will be discussing the following topics; the Australian of the year award and what it celebrates, who I believe should have been given the award. The meaning of Australia day and what it means to be an Australian. If the date should be moved to avoid conflict between the Ingenious Australians and white Australians. Paragraph 1: Each year there is a Australian of the year award presented and given to an Australian who is worthy of receiving it by, being a good role model, inspiring Australians by achieving some of the greatest challenges and by helping make Australia become a better place. I believe Deborah De Williams should have received the Australian of the year award this year as she was the first woman to complete a non-continuous lap around Australia in 2009 which was 20,000km's she aslo completed the last 800km's with broken feet showing no signs of giving up to help raise money for the breast cancer foundation.
This is understood as an interconnection of an individual within the social, emotional and physical well-being of community with a strong spiritual component (Broome, 2002, p.15; Hampton & Toombs, 2013b, pp. 75). "Spirituality connects past, present and future". It is the bonds to 'land and place', it is a part of Indigenous Australian identity. It emphasises an intimate relationship with all aspects of their lives, all living things and the environment (Poroch et al., 2009, pp.
Its influence on culture, language, food and technology can be seen globally. The flow-on effects of this influence, which are both positive and negative, continue to impact on its Australian ally today. The ANZUS treaty played a significant role in this influence, by becoming ‘friends’ Australia has experienced all the benefits and the drawbacks of being involved with a nation as powerful as America. This special bond, strengthened by globalisation, has meant that any major event in America has a significant impact on Australia. 9/11 was one of these events.
As you can tell by reading this, there were many reasons how and why Australia became a Federation. There are also mentioned reasons that held back the ‘go ahead’ of the Federation movement. A lot of interesting information was gathered and use for this ‘discussion’ and a lot was learned from
EGALITARIAN AUSTRALIA – DEATH OF THE FAIR GO? Introduction In our discussions on Australian national identity so far we have seen that the belief that Australia is an egalitarian society, a society that believes in a ‘fair go’ are ideas that are widely held and celebrated. Egalitarianism is a value that became entrenched in the national psyche in the nineteenth century and has had a profound impact on the make-up of Australia’s political institutions, government policies and the nature of social relations. While it is easy, very easy, to find evidence of inequalities and exclusions in Australia egalitarianism lives on. It remains one of the most cherished pillars of Australian society, perhaps the ‘most revered of traditional Australian
MABO Student Activities History Senior Secondary - Years 11-12 Q1. Eddie Koiki Mabo is one of Australia’s most significant citizens. Many people regard Eddie as a national hero. Eddie’s activism changed the course of Australia’s political and social history. Go through the Timeline and watch the video MABO The Man to learn about Eddie Koiki Mabo.