Plants

Australia is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world. Our landscapes and ecosystems have changed with the introduction of new plants and farming practices.

Topics

A topic is a collection of records with interpretation and inquiry questions. Each topic is aligned to the Australian Curriculum and focuses on an aspect of Australian history.

Topic

The impact of colonial settlement on the environment

The animals and farming practices that Europeans brought to Australia, as well as industry and mining, have had a significant impact on the environment.

Records

Each record focuses on a single item from the National Archives' collection. Some records contain extra information to help you interpret them.