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Histories of Queensland

Created as a separate colony in 1859, Queensland has changed dramatically. Cultures and societies have been transformed by political leaders, technological inventions, industries, wars, social events, the environment and changes to the population. These local, regional, state, national and international changes influenced how we represent our state, how we are viewed by others, and the way we live today. Historical photograph of parade through a town Parade for 8-hour work day.
Picture from Photograph Collection.

Find out about:

Road & rail transport: Tracks across Queensland
Family: Changes to family life in Queensland
Migration: Migration shapes the face of Queensland
Land: Land at the centre of conflict, opportunity, hardship, wealth and politics
Communication: Communicating across vast distances and short spaces
Technology & innovation: The technology and science of everyday life
Clothing & textiles: Dressing for Queensland
Maritime history: Shipwrecks illustrate the hazards of the Queensland coast

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Museum information:

PO Box 3300, South Brisbane BC, Queensland 4101
Phone: +61 (0)7 3840 7555
Email: discoverycentre@qm.qld.gov.au