Welcome to the recorded version of the History Council of New South Wales’ ‘Writing Histories’ panel, recorded via zoom on the 9th of November 2023. History isn't just about dusty old books and dates, it's about sharing the tales of our past with the world. But how do historians make sure their stories reach a wide audience? How do we pen our words for different readers? The HCNSW called on some of the brightest minds in history to share about how they've shared their research with a variety of audiences, inspired by their recently published books. Our panel will chat about both classic and cutting-edge ways to spread the word about historical events, people and themes, while also dishing out advice for other writers who want to carve their own paths.The History Council of New South Wales extends sincere thanks to Dr. Leah Lui-Chivizhe, Dr. Kiera Lindsey, and Professor Kate Fullagar for their time and expertise. Thanks to the many people who attended, for your questions, and to the many more who have just tuned in now. The History Council is supported by funding from Create New South Wales, and by our members. Find out more about becoming a member of the History Council of New South Wales on our website, historycouncilnsw.org.au . We also thank our cultural partners:City of Sydney Macquarie University, Faculty of Arts Museums of History NSW National Archives of Australia Placemaking NSW Reserve Bank of Australia State Library of New South Wales University of New England University of Newcastle, School of HCISS University of New South Wales, School of History & Philosophy University of Technology Sydney, Australian Centre for Public HistoryThe HCNSW acknowledges Aboriginal nations and Torres Strait Islanders as the First Peoples of Australia. We thank them for their custodianship of these lands and waters and pay our respects to Elders past and present.***Music credit: Ecg by Blackout Memories, licensed via Canva, 2023.Support the show

The Annual History Lecture is an event produced & presented by the History Council of New South Wales every year, which aims to engage and educate the community about the vitality, diversity and meaning of history and its practice through the eyes of historians and others prominent in public history.In 2023, the Annual History Lecture was be presented by Thomas Mayo, Uluru Statement from the Heart signatory and Voice to Parliament campaigner.At the current moment in history, a Voice for First Nations peoples is front and centre for all Australians in a referendum that will be held later in the year.Our theme for History Week 2023, ‘Voices from the Past’, invited History Council members to explore how we listen for voices in the historical record and amplify the voices of storytellers.In the Annual History Lecture, following this theme, Thomas discussed the history and significance of the Voice to Parliament. Thomas spoke about the long journey to this constitutional moment today, when all Australians will face a unique opportunity to answer the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart.Support the show

Winners of the 2022 NSW Premier’s History Awards gather to reveal how they make history, their inspirations, and the impact they hope their work will have. Despite distinct subjects, mediums and methods, these winners are united in their histories telling Australian communities and cultures have been shaped by colonisation. Following their presentations, there will be an opportunity for the audience to pose questions. Chaired by Emeritus Professor Grace Karskens, UNSW.Support the show

In this fascinating talk, Professor Bruce Pascoe interrogates the idea of Australian history pre-contact. Mary McLean from the Orange Aboriginal Land Council gives the Welcome to Country while Professor Stephen Gapps provides introductions. This event was recorded in Orange, Wiradjuri Country on the 28th October for the History Council of NSW's Annual History Lecture series. Support the show

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Sydney Writers' Festival and the History Council of NSW present this panel discussion where three winners of the 2021 NSW Premier's History Awards - Laurence Billiet, Matthew Colloff and Luke Keogh, gather in person to reveal how they make history, their inspirations and the impact they hope their work will have.  Hosted by Dr Matthew Allen, HCNSW Councillor, this event includes a short Q&A at the conclusion of the session.Support the show

Sydney Writers' Festival and the History Council of NSW present this panel discussion where three winners of the 2021 NSW Premier's History Awards - Laurence Billiet, Matthew Colloff and Luke Keogh, gather in person to reveal how they make history, their inspirations and the impact they hope their work will have.  Hosted by Dr Matthew Allen, HCNSW Councillor, this event includes a short Q&A at the conclusion of the session.Support the show

Sydney Writers' Festival and the History Council of NSW present this panel discussion where three winners of the 2021 NSW Premier's History Awards - Laurence Billiet, Matthew Colloff and Luke Keogh, gather in person to reveal how they make history, their inspirations and the impact they hope their work will have.  Hosted by Dr Matthew Allen, HCNSW Councillor, this event includes a short Q&A at the conclusion of the session.Support the show

Kate Fullagar is a Professor of History at the Institute for Humanities and Social Sciences, Australian Catholic University.She is also an honorary professor of history at Macquarie University and currently co-editor of the Australian Historical Association’s journal, History Australia. Kate specializes in the history of the eighteenth-century world, particularly the British Empire and the many indigenous societies it encountered. THE WARRIOR, THE VOYAGER, AND THE ARTISTThree interconnected eighteenth-century lives offer a fresh account of the British empire and its intrusion into Indigenous societies. This engaging history brings together the stories of Joshua Reynolds and two Indigenous men, the Cherokee Ostenaco and the Ra‘iatean Mai.She delves into the story of Mai, examining his confrontation with conquest and displacement, his voyage to London on Cook’s imperial expedition, and his return home with a burning ambition to right past wrongs. Support the show

Noëlle Janaczewska is a playwright, poet, essayist and the author of The Book of Thistles (UWA Publishing)—part environmental history, part poetry, part unconventional memoir. She is the recipient of multiple awards, fellowships and residencies, including the 2020 NSW Premier’s Digital History Prize, a Queensland Premier’s Literary Award, the Griffin Award, ten AWGIE (Australian Writers’ Guild Industry Excellence) Awards and a Windham-Campbell Prize from Yale University for her body of work as a dramatist.EXPERIENCE STHave you ever wondered what life in early Sydney was really like? Writer Noëlle Janaczewska visits Experiment Street in the harbour suburb of Pyrmont where she delves into the Sydney City Archives.Albeit there numerous mentions of ‘Experience St’, Noëlle introduces you to seamstress Lizzie Absalom, a fictional resident of Experiment Street in the early 1900s, where she adds her colourful recollections to the ‘official’ records.Support the show