Conquest by Peace – The Tragedy of Truces in Colonial History
Professor Lauren Benton of Vanderbilt University will explore the historical significance of ‘small wars’ from the early modern period to the present.
The Quick or The Dead: Childbirth in Early Sydney
This History Week, Melissa Holmes explores the process and progress of life and death for women in the early days of the colony of New South Wales.
Chinese Tombstones, Empty Graves
The Chinese Heritage Association of Australia will host Cheryl Cumines who will investigate Chinese tombstones and empty graves.
Hidden In Plain View: The Aboriginal people of coastal Sydney.
Historian and archaeologist Dr Paul Irish for a talks about his ground breaking book, Hidden in Plain View: The Aboriginal Coastal People of Sydney.
Research and writing lives
Wollongong City Library will host authors John Parkinson and Dr Richard Bowler who will discuss their research and writing journeys.