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  • Well (Tam)worth the effort!

    Three days on the road later and we were still thrilled hearing how many students have added "scientist" to their list of dream jobs.

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    Charlie Kingsford
    / 12 November 2018
    Students interacting with our Science On The Road team
  • Podcast – Lunchtime Conversation Series: Noel Gordon

    Software engineer Noel Gordon was part of the team that developed Google Maps. He recounts its development in conversation with AM Director and CEO Kim McKay.

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    Abram Powell
    / 25 October 2018
    Noel Gordon in conversation with Kim McKay
  • Podcast – Lunchtime Lecture Series: George Miller's enquiring spirit

    Australian film legend George Miller shares extraordinary insights into his life and work in this conversation with AM Director and CEO Kim McKay.

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    Alice Gage
    / 23 October 2018
    George Miller Lunchtime Lecture
  • In pictures: The opening of Whales | Tohorā

    Aboriginal and Maori Elders, community and staff came together to bless the exhibition and celebrate these majestic creatures.

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    22 October 2018
    Whales | Tohorā launch day
  • Podcast – Lunchtime Lecture Series: What makes Layne Beachley tick?

    The inspiring Layne Beachley, seven-times world surfing champion, recorded live in conversation with AM Director Kim McKay.

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    Alice Gage
    / 03 October 2018
    Layne Beachley Lunchtime Lecture
  • Interview: Competition judges on the role of nature photography and how you can win next year

    A chat with Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year 2018 judges Stanley Breeden and David Evans.

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    Alice Gage
    / 02 October 2018
    Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year judge Stanley Breedon
  • Podcast – Lunchtime Conversation Series: Dick Smith

    Listen to Sydney born Dick Smith, adventurer, businessman, entrepreneur, philanthropist, political activist and 1986 Australian of the Year, in conversation with our Director and CEO Kim McKay AO

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    Abram Powell
    / 28 September 2018
    Dick Smith Lunchtime Lecture
  • Interactive map: Finalist images of the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year 2018

    Browse the interactive map showing the locations, species information and photographer statements for each of the 99 finalist images.

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    Alice Gage
    / 18 September 2018
    Interactive map - AGNPY images
  • Podcast – Lunchtime Lecture Series: Ita Buttrose

    Listen to legendary Australian editor and feminist icon Ita Buttrose in conversation with AM Director Kim McKay.

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    Alice Gage
    / 17 September 2018
    Ita Buttrose
  • Interview: Nature photographer Justin Gilligan

    Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year 2018 finalist Justin Gilligan reveals his process and the stories behind the images.

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    Alice Gage
    / 03 September 2018
    Justin Gilligan headshot
  • Ancient featherwork: The creation of the Cook’s cape replica

    The traditions of Pacific craftsmanship endure in the work of Hawaiian master Rick Makanaaloha Kia'imeaokekanaka San Nicolas.

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    Logan Metcalfe, Alice Gage Jenny Newell
    / 07 August 2018
    Hawaiian feather cape
  • baya-ngara: read/speak knowledge – Because of her, we can

    This NAIDOC Week we celebrate the contributions of Joyce Clague, the first Aboriginal person to join the Australian Museum Trust.

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    Nathan Sentance
    / 13 July 2018
    Nathan and Aunty Joyce Clague
  • Learning language in GADI

    You probably know how to say "hello" in French – but do you know the word in Sydney language?

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    Renee Cawthorne
    / 07 March 2018
    GADI Exhibition documentation
  • Kwaio Cultural Performance

    Members from the Kwaio community in the Solomon Islands have treated Museum visitors to a performance of traditional dance and song. 

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    Madelaine Love
    / 21 November 2017
    Kwaio performance
  • Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands visits the AM

    Today the AM was delighted to welcome the Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare and his wife Madam Emmy Sogavare.

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    Madelaine Love
    / 15 August 2017
    Solomon Islands Prime Minister Visit
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