Delve deeper into the Museum's online content linked to stories about the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Birdsville Races. We also explore food and migration, First Nations artists and social change and equality in women's sport.
Sydney Harbour Bridge and symbols of Australia
Inspired by George Killen's part in rescuing Vincent Kelly after he fell from the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1930. Vincent’s fall was widely reported and the medal he was awarded for surviving the fall is now part of the National Museum’s collection.
In the exhibition, the pin presented to George is on show beside the survival medal presented to Vincent.
Birdsville Races and Australia's horse history
Inspired by David Brook, who inherited a leather satchel containing documents that record the past 80 years of the Birdsville Race Club’s history. Today, the iconic event draws thousands of visitors to the outback town.
Migration and food stories
Inspired by Eleonora Di Chiera's Conti (continental) roll, a Perth classic. What started as panini (sandwiches) at the Di Chiera Brothers deli, made to cater for Perth’s Italian migrant community, was later rebranded with an English name.
First Nations artists and social change
Inspired by young Noongar Wongi rapper Inkabee (Ethan Eggington), using his music to advocate for social change and inspire people of all ages.
Women's sport and equality
Inspired by professional longboarder Lucy Small's Equal Pay for Equal Play campaign. Sporting clubs or organisations that receive government funding in New South Wales must now offer equal prize money to men and women.