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Extraordinary courage and unbelievable nerve -- that's what it takes to be awarded a Victoria Cross. More than one and a half million Australians have fought in a war, yet only ninety-eight have been awarded the Victoria Cross, the Commonwealth's highest military honour for bravery. Here are some of their remarkable stories. Ages 8+.

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The ultimate guide to keeping chickens in your backyard. The more obvious rewards of chicken ownership - like delicious fresh eggs daily and fabulous cost-free fertiliser - are well known. Chickens even help keep the number of pest insects in your garden.

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Read this handbook of helpful hints and you could be the next prime minister. This revised and updated version includes Australia's first woman Prime Minister, Julia Gillard. Ages 8+.

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25th of April, 1915. Gallipoli was the first time Australians and New Zealanders fought in their own uniforms alongside their mates. The campaign showed how bold, how loyal, how innovative, and most of all how brave the young Anzacs were. Ages 7+.

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The 1942 Kokoda campaign was only four months long, yet it is a battle that has left a lasting impression in Australian history. Find out what it was really like on the KokodaTrack and how the Australian troops fought their way through mud and mayhem to victory.

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A beautifully illustrated celebration of the horse in Australian history and modern life, showcasing the best historical and contemporary images. Here, alongside 150 stunning images, Nicolas Brasch explores why horses have long been appreciated by Australians from all walks of life and how they have been captured by photographers and artists.