Picture Trails: Sport and physical education

Racing Australia

'Racing Australia' brings together photographs of Australians racing on water, on land and in the air between 1888 and 1954. Includes images from the Redex Reliability Car Trials and the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. The champion horse Phar Lap is also represented.

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Australians and the Olympics

From the 1956 games in Melbourne, to the 2000 games in Sydney, Australians love the athletes, the events and the Olympic spirit.

Discover some of the highlights of our Australian Olympic history.

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Australians at play

Australians are renowned for their fun and varied outdoor lifestyle.

View images of Australians playing on the beach, in the country and in the mountains in this inspiring trail.

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Cricket in Australia

The first competition game of cricket in Australia was played in Sydney in 1803. It has since become a national pastime. 'Our Don Bradman' is a national hero and we have countless local players inspired by state and national teams. We even have the Prime Minister's XI.

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