Culture Is Life: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in Modern Australia by Wayne Quilliam

$39.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

Culture is Life is a modern, photographic celebration of the diversity of Indigenous Australians. In the same way that Humans of New York offered interesting life stories to give context to images of everyday New Yorkers, pre-eminent photographer Wayne Quilliam has collected over 500 images and intervie ws with Indigenous people across the country. His work explores the nuances of Indigenous thinking and identity, and focuses on how the First peoples view their place within the contemporary culture of Australia. The people featured in this book include many high-profile Indigenous Australians, as well as community members of different ages from Tasmania to the Torres Strait, offering insights into the dreams of youth and the reflections of Elders. With a short quote sitting next to each image, this book is an accessible gateway to better understand and appreciate the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, presented as a stunning and contemporary photo book.     ...Show more

To My Country by Ben Lawson; Bruce Whatley (Illustrator)

$29.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

 Ben Lawson was preparing for another Christmas away from home when the Black Summer bushfires began to burn their way across Australia's eastern coast. As the bushfires continued to rage into the new year on an unprecedented scale, Ben, feeling angry, helpless and broken-hearted as he watched the devastation from across the ocean, sat down and put his feelings into words. To My Country is an ode to the endurance of the Australian spirit and the shared love of our country.In the true Aussie spirit, Ben and Allen & Unwin will be donating proceeds of To My Country to The Koala Hospital.'A delightful love letter to a homeland: the kind only an Australian could write. Full of humour, charm and deeply felt belonging. And to think of all the orphaned koalas who will benefit from you buying and enjoying this wonderful little book ...' -Stephen Fry-'An impassioned cry from the big, kind heart of a big, kind man.' -Tim Minchin-'Ben Lawson's love of his homeland inspires us all to think of our own roots . . . and the need to protect them.' -Dolly Parton-'Ben Lawson's book is a heartfelt reminder of how desperately we need to think about our future as a country. His sincerity is moving. I dare you not to cry.' -Julia Stone-'Ben Lawson writes in the tradition of his namesake Henry Lawson; an eloquent bush ballad that mourns the tragic fate of one billion bushfire victims.' -Barry Humphries-   ...Show more

Back Roads: The Scenic Route (HB) by Heather Ewart

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Category: Australiana

From the ABC Back Roads team, Australia's inspiring rural communities in splendid, vivid colour During the five years it has been appearing on our screens, ABC TV's Back Roads has taken us across Australia, through scorched deserts, along sapphire coasts, up breathtaking mountains and over gentle, roll ing plains. It has shown us the rugged landscapes, the resilient communities and the extraordinary individuals who make a life in those areas outside the big cities. In this book, we capture in vivid colour some of our favourite people and places. Full of glorious photos that show us the spirit, purpose, difficulties and humour of outback life, this book is a tribute to the surprising characters, the rarely told stories and the sometimes beautiful, sometimes strange places that exist along the back roads of our extraordinary country. ...Show more

Indigenous Australia For Dummies by Larissa Behrendt

$39.95 AUD

Category: Australiana

A comprehensive, relevant, and accessible look at all aspects of Indigenous Australian history and culture  What is The Dreaming? How many different Indigenous tribes and languages once existed in Australia? What is the purpose of a corroboree? What effect do the events of the past have on Indigenous pe oples today??Indigenous Australia For Dummies, Second Edition answers these questions and countless others about the oldest race on Earth. It explores Indigenous life in Australia before 1770, the impact of white settlement, the ongoing struggle by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to secure their human rights and equal treatment under the law, and much more.  Celebrating the contributions of Indigenous people to contemporary Australian culture, the book explores Indigenous art, music, dance, literature, film, sport, and spirituality. It discusses the concept of modern Indigenous identity and examines the ongoing challenges facing Indigenous communities today, from health and housing to employment and education, land rights, and self-determination.  Explores significant political moments—such as Paul Keating's Redfern Speech and Kevin Rudd's apology, and more  Profiles celebrated people and organisations in a variety of fields, from Cathy Freeman to Albert Namatjira to the Bangarra Dance Theatre and the National Aboriginal Radio Service  Challenges common stereotypes about Indigenous people and discusses current debates, such as a land rights and inequalities in health and education  Now in its second edition, this book will enlighten readers of all backgrounds about the history, struggles and triumphs of the diverse, proud, and fascinating peoples that make up Australia's Indigenous communities. With a foreword by Stan Grant, Indigenous Australia For Dummies, Second Edition is a must-read account of Australia’s first people.     ...Show more

Cold Gold 2 by DENNIS MCTAGGART

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$25.00 (48% off)

Category: Australiana | Series: Book 2 Of 6 Ser.

Cold Gold 3 by DENNIS MCTAGGART

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$25.00 (48% off)

Category: Australiana

Australia's Best Nature Escapes by Lee Atkinson

$39.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

Getting back to nature doesn't have to mean roughing it, not with this collection of 100 of Australia's best nature-based holidays. There's something for every kind of nature-lover in this beautiful book, from rustic cabins in national parks to glamping and luxe beachside resorts, family-friendly holida y parks, country hideaways, houseboats and even a treehouse. The book also covers a range of activities such as guided walks, cruises, safaris, 4WD adventures and bareboat charters.   You'll find all the information you need - how to get there, how long to stay, the best time to go, a price guide and handy travel hints, such as special kid-friendly features or alternative options in the area to suit your budget. However you like to go wild, you'll find inspiration with Australia's Best Nature Escapes. ...Show more

Melbourne Remember When by Bob Byrne

$34.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

Remember dropping into the Coles Cafeteria on Bourke Street for a feast of rashers, sausages and mash, with gravy, from the bain marie? Or catching a 'red rattler' into the city? Eating a hot jam doughnut from the American Doughnut Kitchen van at the Queen Vic markets? If you answered yes to any of thes e questions, chances are you are part of the Melbourne Baby Boomer generation. Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Bob Byrne as he transports us back in time to a Melbourne that has long since disappeared, the streets and buildings, the personalities and landmarks, the traditions and the times. ...Show more

Songspirals: Sharing Women's Wisdom Of.. by Gay'wu Group of Women

$34.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

A rare opportunity to connect with the living tradition of women's songlines, as recounted by Yolngu women from far north Australia.

Visions of Victoria: The Magic of Kodachrome (HB) by Nick Anchen

$69.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

Melbourne underwent great changes in the decades following World War II, with rapid population growth and mass migration during the 1950s and ‘60s forever altering the face of the city. Despite the changes, Melbourne in this period was often considered to be idyllic, with an ease of life, and a strong sporting and social culture. Kodachrome 35 mm film became commercially available in Australia in the early 1950s, and with its vibrant colours and grainless quality, it rapidly became the film of choice for many photographers. Melbourne, with its wide, tree-lined streets and fabulous 1880s architecture, was a natural subject for photographers of the period. So too were regional cities such as Ballarat and Bendigo, along with many of the state’s attractive country towns and picturesque rural landscapes. Visions of Victoria is a journey back in time to a very different place with red trains and green trams, Moomba parades, FJ Holdens and men wearing hats viewed through the wonders of Kodachrome, the world’s most beautiful film. Features: The Kodachrome Story, Melbourne Street Scenes Melbourne’s Architecture 1954 Royal Visit 1956 Olympic Games Flinders Street station Melbourne Cricket Ground The 1972 Melbourne Flood Moomba parades Melbourne Suburbs, Ballarat, Bendigo and Country Victoria Plus features on Melbourne’s railways, tramways, shipping and aviation A journey back in time to a very different Victoria viewed in majestic living colour through the wonders of Kodachrome, the world’s most beautiful film. ...Show more

Cold Gold 4 by DENNIS MCTAGGART

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$25.00 (48% off)

Category: Australiana

The 'Burbs: A Visual Journey Through the Australian Suburbs by Walvisch Kim

$19.99 AUD

Category: Australiana

A charming photographic collection of the houses, plants, cars and pets that define our Australian suburbs. Take a trip to the heart of suburbia through the lens of @sublurb as she captures the icons that define our neighbourhoods. From the humble weatherboard to a postwar brick veneer, ornate iron gate s to the faded signage of a once-busy corner store, The 'Burbs takes us on a nostalgic journey through the streets where we grew up and the places we call home. ...Show more