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BTN: Eureka Stockade

SUBJECTS:  Civics and Citizenship, History

YEARS:  5–6


The Battle of the Eureka Stockade was fought in Ballarat, Victoria between gold miners and Colonial forces in 1854.

What were the miners rebelling against?

Why is this event a significant point in Australia's history?



Date of broadcast: 3 Dec 2013

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