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Robert (Bob) McDowall 1939 – 2011
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/robert-bob-mcdowall-1939-2011/

Well-known New Zealand fisheries scientist, Bob McDowall died after a short illness. Bob was regarded as the father of freshwater fish and fisheries in New Zealand, but also had a huge influence on unravelling the taxonomy and distribution of Australia's temperate freshwater fish.

Published 31 August 2011

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Tribute to Ron Strahan AM
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/tribute-to-ron-strahan-am/

The Museum's first Research Fellow, Dr Ronald Strahan, passed away in 2010, leaving a valuable legacy of work and influence, according to this tribute by former Museum Directors Des Griffin and Frank Talbot.

Published 31 January 2011

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Australian Museum Staff who Served in Wartime
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/museum-staff-who-served-in-wartime/

Museum staff known to have been on active service. We welcome any additions or corrections as this list may not be complete.

Published 12 May 2017

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Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, <i>Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru</i> and add-on VR experience.

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Future Now

Step into <i>Future Now</i>, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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