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International Day for Monuments and Sites
Today, April 18, is International Day for Monuments and Sites, a time when people around the world celebrate historical, spiritual , and cultural heritage. It’s been going since 1983, run by an international organisation called ICOMOS, promoting the... read more
Australia’s First Bank Robbery
Did you know Australia’s first bank robbery occurred in Sydney in 1828 and most of the £14,000 was never recovered? This week we’ll look at the crime that shocked colonial Sydney. Listen to Nicole and Nic on 2SER here On 14 September 1828, the strongroom of... read moreSupport the Dictionary as you dry the dishes!
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Yesterday was the International Day for Monuments and Sites and Lisa talked to Tess on 2ser FM - Real Radio about three monuments in Sydney that appear on the Dictionary. Catch up via the blog!
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