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Sites2See: Explore the Lachlan and Elizabeth Macquarie Archive

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This resource consists of selected links to the Lachlan and Elizabeth Macquarie Archive (LEMA) with research suggestions, syllabus advice and supporting activities, including a virtual tour of Old Government House, Parramatta. The LEMA Project provides material for the historical investigation of the lives and times of Lachlan Macquarie (1761-1824), and his second wife, Elizabeth Campbell (of Airds) (1778-1835).

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This resource is a very useful collection of links related to Year 5 The Australian Colonies. It contains information and activities about Lachlan Macquarie and his wife, describing their initiatives and their legacy, including a new way of interacting with the Indigenous population. It links to historical sources and to support for the research process.

Year level

5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12

Topics Aboriginal peoples History Australian history Primary sources Historical sources

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Humanities and social sciences
History

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Name: Centre for Learning Innovation
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Name: Centre for Learning Innovation
Organization: Centre for Learning Innovation
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Name: State of NSW, Department of Education
Organization: State of NSW, Department of Education
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Name: Education Services Australia
Organization: Education Services Australia
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Address: VIC, AUSTRALIA
URL: http://www.esa.edu.au/

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Name: State of NSW, Department of Education
Organization: State of NSW, Department of Education
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Name: Education Services Australia Ltd
Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
Address: AUSTRALIA
URL: www.esa.edu.au

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