Website search results | National Library of Australia (NLA)

Website search results

Showing 151 - 160 of 214 results
Understanding the living world

Module

Explore the connections between living things, the environments they inhabit, and the forces that shape them. 

The Sell: Australian Advertising 1790s to 1990s

Module

Examples of advertising and media drawn from the National Library of Australia’s exhibition The Sell: Australian Advertising 1790s to 1990s and looks at their influence over time.

Trailblazing women lawyers

Module

Explore the stories of Australian women who broke barriers in the legal profession in this learning module.

The legend and legacy of James Cook

Module

Explore the historical impact and legacy of James Cook's voyages in this learning module.

Japan under the Shoguns (794-1867)

Module

Examine Japan under the Shoguns (794-1867), focusing on the feudal system and its societal impacts.

Feminism in Australia

Module

Explore the evolution of women's rights in Australia from women's suffrage to contemporary movements like #MeToo in this learning module. 

 

Time and place

Module

Explore how communities evolve over time, how different cultures influence and contribute to communities, and how symbols convey meaning.

Australian migration

Module

Discover how migration has shaped Australia’s diverse identity through stories from the first colonies, the gold rush, refugees and more in this learning module.

Iconic brands and early ads

Topic

Advertising campaigns for iconic Australian brands and early ads.

Cup of Tea?

Topic

British tea culture, imported with the arrival of the British in Australia in 1788, has been adapted by Australians into something distinct from its roots. One of the key early differences is the use of the ‘billy’, a lightweight metal can used most commonly for boiling water or cooking over a campfire.

We’re here to guide you.

Browse by topic

Explore our collections by topic or format.

Start browsing

Search Australian history online

Look for anything digital, anywhere, anytime.

Search Trove

How to use the catalogue

Guidance to help you explore every corner of the Library.

Find out more

Research resources

Dive deeper with our online guides

Start researching

Need help?

Our librarians are here to guide you.

Ask a librarian