Categories for Archaeology

The investigation of past cultures of the modern nationstate of Australia through the study and scientific analysis of material remains (i.e., osteological, artifactual, architectural, etc.).

Websites on Archaeology

  • Centre for Archaeological Research -Based at the Australian National University, it aims to promote excellence in world archaeology, quaternary studies, and palaeo-anthropology, through research, teaching and publication.
  • Wreck Challenges Captain Cook -From th BBC, archaeologists say a shipwreck found near Australia's Fraser Island could pre-date Captain Cook's arrival on the eastern coast.
  • Digital Salvation for Aboriginal Art -From BBC, Australia's Aborigines have turned to digital technology to preserve their unique rock art for future generations.
  • Milparinka Archaeology -Archaeologist Geoff Svenson describes the history and archaeology of sites in outback New South Wales Australia.
  • Save Dampier Rock Art -International campaign to save the world's largest petroglyph site from destruction.