This episode, we overview the first attempt at finalising Federation, the 1898 referendums!
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Ep91: The Australian Federal Convention of 1897 | 1897
This week, we look over the Federal Convention of 1897, and see what delegates are elected from each colony and what key issues they believe will affect Australia's Federation as we gear up for the referendums of 1898 and 1899.
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Ep90: The Death and Legacy of Henry Parkes | 1895 & 1896
This episode, we discuss the death and legacy of the man often considered the father of federation, Henry Parkes. We also talk about the 1896 VFA/VFL split, as well as many other events.
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Ep89: Women's Suffrage in South Australia | 1894
This week, we discuss the women's suffrage movement in South Australia, and witness women fight for and gain the right to vote in the colony. In addition, we discuss multiple political conflicts, as well as the foundation of the AWU. Finally, we return to Paraguay, and see whether William Lane's New Australia survives the year.
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Ep88: The Banking Collapse of 1893 | 1893
This episode, we overview the climactic end of the 1890s Depression in Australia, with the massive banking collapse of 1893. We also take some time to discuss one of Australia's most peculiar historical episodes, William Lane's socialist utopia in Paraguay.
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