Events That Shaped Australia

Explore the Events That Shaped Australian Life

Events That Shaped Australia examines the moments that have influenced the nation’s history, attitudes and culture. From Federation and wartime experiences to sporting controversies and the rise of surfing, this hardback book explores how significant events have helped shape Australian identity.

Enjoy individual reading or use selected topics to start thoughtful discussions in aged-care and retirement communities. Stories about sport, cultural change and national milestones offer opportunities to share memories and different perspectives. Choose topics to suit participants, as the book also covers war, disasters and other confronting events.

Features

• Explores historical events including Federation, the Boer War, Gallipoli and Kokoda.
• Examines sporting and cultural stories such as Bodyline, Phar Lap and surfing.
• Includes floods, bushfires and the impact of COVID on Australia.
• Offers material for Australian history discussions and shared reminiscence.

Product Specifications

• Authors: Wendy Lewis, Simon Balderstone, John Bowen and Xavier Waterkeyn
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 384
• Book dimensions: 210 × 145 mm
• Weight: 300 g
• Imprint: New Holland Publishers
• Release date: 15 September 2026