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Mathew Flinders
Matthew FInders who was a very intelligent man, and a very successful navigator and cartographer suggested to name this continent Australia. Without him naming this and without him becoming such an important person to this country, this country would not be the way it is now.. -
China Town
Melbournes China town was developed at this time. This happened during the Victoria Gold Rush. Creating this really helps develop multiculturalism. Multicultruism is a very good trait to have, not only are you more accepting but you learn a lot more. It makes you a much better person and a much better country. -
Parliament House
Idea of this place was introduced in 1851 but began construction in 1855. This was a big step in politics. Without this house there wouldn't be a main place to meet to make big decisions. And there always needs to be a big place to meet and make country decisions. -
Gold Rush in Australia
The gold rush in Australia had a huge effect on the country. Many people came here in the search for riches. This brought many types of people which helps this country become more culturally experienced. It brought more people in which then brought more money in. -
World War 1 involvment
Australian Imperial forces landed at Gallipoli and they fought on the Western Front and Middle East. They have a day of remembrence every year to remember the people they lost. -
Surfing was first introduced
Great Duke Kahanamoku has introduced surfing to Australia, after this they started experimenting with desighns and different kind of surfboards. It became an instant hit. -
The great depression hits
The great depression came to Australia and this time which really affected them socially, and economically. This really affected everyone that lived here. They became hopeless and just upset. This also really messed up, the amount of money you were making, and the availability of jobs. It really put Australia in a bad place for quite awhile.
