Australian Gold Rushes

Middle School

Classroom Activities: Making a Nation…During and After the Gold Rush

Take a deep dive into the profound social, cultural and political effects of the 19th century gold rushes, as well as the catalytic roles they played in the shaping of Australia as a nation.

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Primary School

Classroom Activities: Australian Gold Rushes

What was it like to be working on the goldfields during the Australian Gold Rushes? Explore the life and times of the 19th century diggers who struck for gold.

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