Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1902, Vic Armbruster, Australian rugby league footballer (died 1984) was born. In 1907, Weary Dunlop, Australian colonel and surgeon (died 1993) was born. In 1956, John Hayes, Australian politician, 25th Premier of Tasmania (born 1868) passed away. In 1959, David Brown, Australian meteorologist was born. In 1969, Henry George Lamond, Australian farmer and author (born 1885) passed away. In 1971, The Australian Aboriginal flag is flown for the first time. In 1989, Phoebe Tonkin, Australian actress was born. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. In 2007, Stan Zemanek, Australian radio and television host (born 1947) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The ‘small but mighty’ festival in Australia’s frontier capital
Darwin is as much a frontier town as it is the Top End’s cultural centre, and that cultural depth is expressed each August in the Darwin Festival.
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Related coverage for "The ‘small but mighty’ festival in Australia’s frontier capital": The West Australian — Perth CBD renaissance fuels staycation boom as locals swap flights for city stays during cost-of-living crunch. The Tribune — ‘Byenveni Modi’: Victoria dons festive look as Indian diaspora puts up posters welcoming PM ahead of his Seychelles visit. Brisbane Times — Everything to eat and drink in West Gippsland (feat. this ‘whomping parma’). The Suburban — Your guide to free summer activities in Montreal