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The Story of Australia’s First Saint, Mary MacKillop, Children and The Poor

In a stiff, strict world where no excuses were tolerated, Mary MacKillop’s kindness was remarkable, and her life was one of service, love and humility.

The History of Holden – Henry James Holden

The Holden family made a significant contribution to the development of Australian manufacturing and to the shaping of the South Australian economy.

Cannibals, Kanakas & Florence Young

In 1904, a tall, slender, well dressed woman stepped ashore on the cannibal-infested island of Malaita, in the Solomon Islands group.

Jindi Cheese – World’s Best Cheese and It’s Aussie Christian Heritage

The life of Jindi Cheese founder George Ronalds highlights the rewards of passion and perseverance in achieving beyond what could be hoped for or imagined.

Do You Know the Coca-Cola Story and the Christian Connection?

The flowing copperplate script with red and white colours is a logo that is recognisable around the world, but how much of it’s history is known?

Banjo Paterson’s Forgotten ANZAC Role: One of the Least-Known Parts of His Life

Omitted from his famous poems is the lesser known fact that the Light Horses in the famous 1917 Battle of Beersheba were trained by Banjo Paterson.

The Architect of Anzac Day

The catch cry of Canon David Garland was “nothing is too good for our soldier boys”. It epitomises the heart of a man dedicated to the soldiers he served.

The Origins of National Children’s Week

Jesus taught that children was that children were and are to be valued and were ‘not to be looked down upon.’ But as history would show us – this was ‘counter cultural’.

The Sydney Morning Herald – Our History and the Christian Connection

Life in Sydney was difficult for the Fairfax family. Their fourth child, born during the sea voyage, died only a few months after their arrival.

The Man Who Named Australia – Matthew Flinders

His father wanted him to become a surgeon but, inspired by the wildly popular adventure story Robinson Crusoe, he opted to go to sea.

Queen Elizabeth ll – Longest serving English monarch

What is the secret to the Queen’s remarkable consistency of character and contribution to the nation, the Commonwealth and the global community?

Banjo Paterson’s Role as an ANZAC: One of the Least Known Parts of His Life

‘Banjo’ Paterson’s role in the Anzac battalions has slipped to obscurity, perhaps because—mysteriously—he wrote very little about it.