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Australian Dictionary of Biography

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The Australian Dictionary of Biography contains biographical information on over 13,000 people. It is a useful source of historical information on notable Australians.
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Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies

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AIATSIS focuses on the history and heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. The site includes resources, research and publications. It also has a section on Aboriginal family history.
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Australian Medical Pioneers Index

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Australian medical pioneers is a database of early Australian doctors. It includes doctors who were resident in Australia up to 1875.
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Biodiversity Heritage Library

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The Biodiversity Heritage Library contains many books and archives on global biodiversity. Full text of rare and early publications relating to Western Australia is available.
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Cultural Atlas

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The SBS Cultural Atlas focuses on the cultural backgrounds of migrants to Australia. It is a useful educational tool and aims to promote cross-cultural understanding.
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Fremantle Herald

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Fremantle Herald contains the archives of four independent WA newspapers. This includes the Cockburn City Herald, Melville City Herald and Perth voice. The archives span from 2012 to the present and are in PDF form.

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Geoscience Australia's Historical Aerial Photography (HAP) Program

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The Historical Aerial Photography collection tracks the use and development of land. It is a helpful way of locating places in Australia from 1928 to the present. Photographs can be searched by state and are free to view.
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Map Search

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Map Search allows layering of various historical Australian maps over current maps. It provides an interactive way of exploring how places have changed over time.
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National Construction Code

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The National Construction Code provides technical design and construction provisions for Australian buildings. The site contains all three volumes of the Code. Free registration is required.

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NationalMap

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NationalMap is an online map-based tool. It allows easy access to spatial data from Australian government agencies. Various datasets can be overlaid and explored on the map.
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Open Library

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Open Library collects details of published books. It also holds loanable copies of ebooks including some about or from Australia. It makes audiobooks available to print for disabled people.

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Storylines

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State Library's Storylines platform was developed to provide direct access to the significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collections that we hold. Browse thousands of photographs, find your family and assist the State Library in identifying and returning this vital material.

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The Conversation

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The Conversation publishes research-based news and analysis - a result of collaboration between academics and journalists. It aims to provide independent, transparent and high quality discussions.
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Your Home

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Your Home is a guide to building, buying or renovating a sustainable home. It includes advice and plans that suit various Australian climates.
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