Why does cycling remain one of the world’s most popular and enjoyable methods of travel, and how does it continue to evolve?

2025 National Library of Australia Fellow Dr Alexis Bergantz shared his Fellowship research on the history of the South Pacific Commission.

We examined the arrival and early practice of photography in the Australian colonies.

Through musical performance and conversation, we explored the Library's collection of works by acclaimed composer Luke Styles.

Renowned historian Mark McKenna sat down with Frank Bongiorno to discuss Mark's new book and how it came together.

We reflected on the women's liberation movement of the 1970s and examined what feminist activism looks like today. 

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Waltzing Matilda is recognized as Australia’s most popular folk song.

Honorary Fellow Associate Professor Andrew Carr discussed his research on the history of Australian defence policy.

We explored early modern maps with cartographic historian Chet Van Duzer.

Award-winning author Christos Tsiolkas delivered the 2025 Ray Mathew Lecture, exploring the idea of 'Fence-sitting', and its place in the modern world.