Australians and the Past Revisited

The digital revolution, particularly social media, has created new avenues for learning about and engaging with Australias past. But at what cost? Misinformation and a disconnection between official and other accounts of the past cause significant tensions and pose an increased security risk for the public when these tensions escalate. Through the projects extensive data collection, a vital understanding of the sources of historical information people use and trust will be developed. The project also investigates why and how history matters in a contemporary society, considering how this may differ for individuals based on their personal identities and backgrounds. The project will encourage public debate about the importance of Australias past through presentations and submissions to educators, government, media producers, museums and other institutions responsible for promoting Aust