What significant event happened in Australia?
20th century
| Year | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | Andrew Fisher forms the first federal majority Labor government. | |
| 29 April | Andrew Fisher become Prime Minister. | |
| 1911 | The Royal Australian Navy is founded | |
| The Northern Territory comes under Commonwealth control, being split off from South Australia |
What important events happened in 1901 Australia?
“Combine Australia!” Australia became a nation on 1 January 1901 when 6 British colonies—New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania—united to form the Commonwealth of Australia. This process is known as Federation.
What are important dates in Australia?
– Mothers’ Day (8th of May) – National Sorry Day (26th of May) – National Reconciliation Week (27th of May – 3rd of June) – NAIDOC* Week (1st week of July) – Fathers’ Day (4th of September) – Remembrance Day (11th of November)
What are some important historical events in Australia?
Willem Janszoon. In 1606,Willem Janszoon arrived in Queensland,on the western coast of the Cape York Peninsula.
What important events happened in Australia?
16 September – Bernard Vine wins the men’s national marathon title,clocking 2:28:21 in Richmond,Australia.
What are the major points of Australian history?
The introduction of new diseases