Call for Papers: Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society
The Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society (JRAHS) invites members, historians, and researchers to submit original research articles for consideration in our 2026 issues.
We welcome contributions that engage with all aspects of Australia’s history, including its people, places, communities and events.
Themes for Submission
We encourage papers that explore a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Local histories about NSW communities and people
- Aboriginal histories and the ongoing impact of colonisation
- Environmental histories and Australia’s changing landscapes
- Histories of significant social, cultural, and political events
- Gender, race, and identity in Australian historical contexts
- Australia’s place in the Pacific and global histories
- Histories of migration and multiculturalism
Submission Guidelines
- Deadline for Submission: For consideration in the June 2026 issue, submit by 1st October 2025.
- Word Count: Articles should be between 6,000 and 8,000 words (including references).
- Format: Submissions must be in Word format, using the RAHS Style Guide for manuscript presentation and referencing.
- Abstract: Please include a 100-word abstract with your submission.
- Peer Review: All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review process.
How to Submit
Please email your submissions to history@rahs.org.au with the subject line ‘Journal Submission – Manuscript title.’
In your email, please include a brief biography (approximately 100 words) and your contact details. Read our submission guidelines.
About the Journal
The Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society (JRAHS) is a peer-reviewed history journal. First published in 1906, it is the oldest journal of Australian history. The JRAHS publishes original, non-fiction scholarly articles, reviews and images on Australian history. All articles undergo an independent, anonymous review by appropriately qualified historians.
We look forward to receiving your contributions. For further information, please contact us at history@rahs.org.au or (02) 9247 8001.
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