The Australian Government Buys a Jackson Pollock
by When the Australian National Gallery spent $1 million on Jackson Pollock’s ‘Blue Poles’ in 1973, controversy erupted. It now looks like a bargain.
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10 Things Invented Earlier Than You Think
Everyday objects often have remarkable histories. Here are 10 common items, that were invented earlier than you think.
Who Was ‘The Somerton Man’?
In December 1948, an unknown man was found dead on an Adelaide beach. It was the beginning of one of Australia’s most famous unsolved mysteries.
11 Academy Award Firsts
From females winners, to minority recognition and technological advancements: here are 11 pioneering Academy Award firsts.
The Yellow Penguin of South Georgia Island
South Georgia Island is one of the world’s most remote locations. It has a surprisingly lively history, and one remarkable current resident: the world’s only Yellow Penguin.
Watching the ‘Back to the Future’ Commentary
I watched the DVD ‘Back to the Future’ commentary, featuring co-writer Bob Gale. Here are 11 things I learned.
Television City: The Bendigo Street Studio
The Bendigo Street Studio has a long history: it was a piano maker’s, a Heinz factory, and the most famous TV location in Australian history.
McDonald’s Comes to Australia
McDonald’s came to Australia in 1971, part of a large expansion for the company, and a transformational moment for local cuisine.
The Iceberg That Sunk the Titanic
In April 1912, the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic. There is only one confirmed photo of the iceberg that caused the fatal damage.
Williamstown Racecourse
Bayside Williamstown is one of Melbourne’s oldest suburbs. Until the 1940s, it was home to one of the city’s most popular racetracks.