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Out of the Port

Out of the Port

New perspectives on Queensland history

State Library of Queensland’s John Oxley Library and the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection come together to present a bi-monthly series of talks promoting new research of Queensland, hosted by Radio National’s Dr Kate Evans. Out of the Port highlights our incredibly rich and diverse history, and encourages dialogue amongst researchers.

These free talks are presented in slq Auditorium 2, level 2.

Listen to Out of the Port webcasts

Group of children sitting on the grass reading books

On Our Selection and beyond: Queensland's literary heritage

slq Auditorium 2, level 2. 18th Jul 2012, 12:30pm

Learn more about Queensland's rich and varied literary history.
Soil erosion on the Leichardt River 1937

Saving our soil: Soil conservation in Queensland since the 1930s

slq Auditorium 2, level 2. 19th Sep 2012, 12:30pm

The history of soil conservation in Queensland has played a valuable role in sustainable land use in our state.
Horseracing at a country racetrack

"And they're off..." - A history of Queensland horse racing

slq Auditorium 2, level 2. 21st Nov 2012, 12:30pm

Horse racing has been a passion amongst Queenslanders since 1843. Find out more about this 'Sport of Kings'.

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