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But what do they actually mean? Where do they come from? Why are some symbols so hotly contested? Does Australia have more than its fair share? Symbols of Australia offers illuminating and unexpected insights into the symbols that surround us: from Uluru to the Australian flag, the rainbow serpent to Holden cars, the democracy sausage to the Great Barrier Reef. Entertaining, provocative, informative, and often surprising, Symbols of Australia ...

Revealing the origins, stories, and sagas behind Australia's best-known, best-loved, and least-understood symbols, this collection explores the emergence, longevity, and prominence of 26 key symbols of Australia. From the stalwart brands of Vegemite and Holden cars to the natural and man-made landmarks of Uluru and the Sydney Harbor Bridge and Australia's unique indigenous flora and fauna, these commercial and community-based symbols are disti...

Illustrated with historic photographs and memorabilia, this book traces the history of bushwalking and shows how the activity has become the most popular way that Australians engage with the bush. The book features many primary materials, including diary entries, club newsletters, and photos that bring to live the origins and developments of walking as a significant Australian pastime.