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Vision to Members – Bridging the Past and Present: A New Chapter in Historical Scholarship

Vision to Members – Bridging the Past and Present: A New Chapter in Historical Scholarship

Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society Vision to Members – Bridging the Past and Present: A New Chapter in Historical Scholarship   Dear RAHS Colleagues, It is with great enthusiasm that I take on the role of Editor for the Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society (JRAHS). As we celebrate our storied history and look to the future, I am excited to announce an evolution in our mission — one that bridges the gap between the traditional and the contemporary, between...

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JRAHS Vol 109 Pt. 2 December 2023 – Media Release

JRAHS Vol 109 Pt. 2 December 2023 – Media Release

Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society Volume 109, Part 2, December 2023 The December 2023 issue of the Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society features four research articles that explore law and politics, sport and race relations, agriculture, and diplomacy. The issue also features eight book reviews on the latest Australian history titles. As Dr Samuel White, the new Chief Editor notes, it is in many ways a transition piece: covering colonial and post-colonial...

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2023 Certificates of Achievement and Appreciation

2023 Certificates of Achievement and Appreciation

2023 Certificates of Achievement RAHS Affiliated Societies are critical in promoting local and community history. The RAHS Certificates of Achievement honour the wide-ranging contributions made by their members. Nominated by Australian Computer Museum Society Murray Irwin For his commitment and service since 2003. Murray has served as Membership Officer and Secretary since 2020. Through his generosity and dedication, Murray has raised significant funds by selling, collecting and recycling...

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Nominations for the 2023 Certificates of Achievement

Nominations for the 2023 Certificates of Achievement

Nominations are now open for the 2023 RAHS Certificates of Achievement RAHS Affiliated Societies are crucial in promoting local and community history throughout New South Wales. Has one of your members made an outstanding contribution to your historical society? Why not consider nominating them for the Certificate of Achievement award? The Certificates of Achievement recognise members of societies whose contribution is significant and noteworthy. In 2022, we awarded thirteen Certificates of...

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2023 RAHS Conference bookings now open – early bird tickets available until 15 September

2023 RAHS Conference bookings now open – early bird tickets available until 15 September

2023 RAHS Conference - The Way Ahead: Local and Community Histories for our Future Bookings have now opened for the 2023 RAHS Conference in Wagga Wagga, with early-bird prices available until 15 September. The conference will be held on 21–22 October at Wagga RSL Club. The City of Wagga Wagga is the perfect location to explore the conference theme – The Way Ahead: Local and Community Histories for our Future. Today the people who call Wagga Wagga home reflect its rich and diverse history. The...

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JRAHS Vol 109 Pt. 1 June 2023 – Editorial

JRAHS Vol 109 Pt. 1 June 2023 – Editorial

Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society Vol 109 Pt 1 June 2023 Editorial As the RAHS embarks on a new chapter in the history of its Journal, I want to express our appreciation for the incredible work and dedication of the previous editorial team. Adjunct Associate Professor Carol Liston AO edited the Journal from mid-2002 to 2022. Under Carol Liston’s guidance, the Journal has flourished, offering an important platform for historical research and scholarly discourse. For more than...

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Coronation Ceremonial Tree Planting at NSW Government House

Coronation Ceremonial Tree Planting at NSW Government House

On Saturday 6 May, RAHS President Iain Stuart attended a ceremonial tree planting at Government House to celebrate the coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The event began with a smoking ceremony by the Koomurri Dancers and included the National Anthem and Royal Anthem played by the Australian Army Band. Short addresses were delivered by His Excellency the Honourable Andrew Bell, Lieutenant-Governor of New South Wales, and Lottie Dalziel, NSW Young Australian of...

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Vale Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022)

Vale Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022)

The RAHS would like to offer condolences to those close to Queen Elizabeth II who are experiencing a profound personal loss at her death. As the longest-reigning monarch in British history, the late Queen will be remembered for her enormous dedication to the role she performed for more than seventy years. To commemorate her passing, the RAHS has shared images and articles of the 1954 Royal Tour of Queen Elizabeth II, when the 27-year-old Queen and her husband, Prince Philip, spent eight weeks...

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Playing Their Part: Official Book Launch at Government House

Playing Their Part: Official Book Launch at Government House

Playing Their Part: Official Book Launch at Government House Playing Their Part: Vice-Regal Consorts of NSW, 1788-2019 (published 2020) was officially launched at Government House, Sydney on Wednesday 23 February 2022. The book was launched by Mr Dennis Wilson (consort to Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC QC, Governor of NSW) alongside Mrs Linda Hurley (consort to His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC [Retd], Governor-General of the Commonwealth of...

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