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Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Author: Ingrid Ohlsson
Publisher: Explore Australia Pub.
ISBN: 9781741170559
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 312

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An inspirational and practical guide to the places and experiences of the Australian coast.

Author: Gillian Dooley
Publisher: Wakefield Press
ISBN: 174305615X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 462

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The European maritime explorers who first visited the bays and beaches of Australia brought with them diverse assumptions about the inhabitants of the country, most of them based on sketchy or non-existent knowledge, contemporary theories like the idea of the noble savage, and an automatic belief in the superiority of European civilisation. Mutual misunderstanding was almost universal, whether it resulted in violence or apparently friendly transactions. Written for a general audience, The First Wave brings together a variety of contributions from thought-provoking writers, including both original research and creative work. Our contributors explore the dynamics of these early encounters, from Indigenous cosmological perspectives and European history of ideas, from representations in art and literature to the role of animals, food and fire in mediating first contact encounters, and Indigenous agency in exploration and shipwrecks. The First Wave includes poetry by Yankunytjatjara Aboriginal poet Ali Cobby Eckermann, fiction by Miles Franklin award-winning Noongar author Kim Scott and Danielle Clode, and an account of the arrival of Christian missionaries in the Torres Strait Islands by Torres Strait political leader George Mye.

Author: Ned Overton
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38

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Exploration of the North-West Coast of Australia, 1863, covers the expedition by Charles Cooke Hunt and Joseph Beete Ridley intended to find the southern entrance to the DeGrey River and to further explore the interior of the land. The expedition ended in the discovery of Mangrove Harbor, which later became Port Hedland. The author invites a reader to join him in the days when Australia was still an untouched land, and the very first steps of civilization were made.

Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1839051566
Category : Travel
Languages : en
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Pocket-sized travel guides featuring the very best routes and itineraries. Discover the best of Perth and Western Australia with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Swan River, Kings Park, Fremantle, Rottnest and Subiaco to discovering hidden gems, including Wave Rock, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan and enhance your visit to Perth and Western Australia. Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Perth and Western Australia. - 16 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover what makes the area special, its top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Hand-picked places: find your way to great hotels, restaurants and nightlife using the comprehensive listings - Practical maps: get around with ease and follow the walks and tours using the detailed maps - Informative tips: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Swan River and Kings Park, City Centre and Old Perth, East Perth, Northbridge, Subiaco, Fremantle, Perth's suburban beaches, Rottnest, Kalamunda and Swan Valley, Rockingham, Mandurah, Pinjarra and Armdale Loop, Margaret River region, Indian Ocean Coast, Kalgoorli and Boulder, Geraldton, Monkey Mia and Shark Bay, Exmouth, Ningaloo and Cape Range National Park, and the Broome and the Kimberley. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Author: Australia Explore
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781741174328
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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This text presents an illustrated guide to Australia's greatest natural asset - the coast. Images of Australia's diverse and beautiful beaches attract people from all over the world to visit its shores.

Author: Lynne Turner
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643103031
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 397

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Estuaries are dynamic coastal waterways where salt and fresh water mix. Where River Meets Sea describes the value and status of Australia's 974 estuaries and takes readers on a state-by-state tour describing the health, geography, science, management and ecological functions of these unique coastal waterways. It includes profiles of people and their relationships with estuaries. The book's many photographs, maps, case studies and diagrams will help Australians to better understand, appreciate and wisely use these natural areas. Chapters on natural history, coastal science and management give an understanding of our vast network of pristine and heavily modified estuaries – from isolated tide-dominated estuaries in Australia's tropical north to those shaped by waves in southern, temperate waters. Other chapters show how people use and value coastal catchments and waterways, the impacts of human development on natural ecosystems, and how estuaries can be better managed in future. Where River Meets Sea aims to provide Australians with a deeper appreciation of our coastal waterways that are both vital for our economy and precious to our quality of life. This is a re-issued version of the original work published by the CRC for Coastal Zone Estuary and Waterway Management in 2004,

Author: Bobbie Kalman
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780778730736
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38

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An introduction to Australia and Oceania discussing the area's climates, land, forest, urban and rural life, resources, and other interesting sites.

Author: Peter Trickett
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 416

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Argues that in 1522 - a century before the Dutch and 250 years before Captain Cook - the Portuguese discovered and mapped parts of Australia and New Zealand. Draws from primary and secondary historical sources, archaeological evidence and stories handed down through Aboriginal oral tradition.

Author: Exploring Eden Books
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780648464655
Category : Indian Coast (W.A.)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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100 Things To See On Australia's Coral Coast is the only guide to the astonishing coastline north of Perth all the way to Exmouth, with a detailed chapter on Karijini National Park. This indispensable book is created for travellers who aren't tourists with a focus on the local favourites, natural wonders, and out-of-the-way delights. Along the way, explore the best things to see, from stunning wildflower meadows to walk-off-the-beach coral reefs. Swim with whale sharks and manta rays or find and eat local produce while getting insider knowledge into the best places to stay, eat, sleep and shop along the way. Discover this desert-meets-sea destination like a local whether you're camping, glamping, touring or holidaying this underrated part of Western Australia. // Chapters cover the Indian Ocean Drive, Wildflower Country, Geraldton and Surrounds, Kalbarri and Surrounds, Shark Bay, Carnarvon, Cape Range and Karijini National Park.