WA has some of Australia’s best heritage – and worst legal protections, especially for Aboriginal heritage. This talk by Sven Ouzman covers the destruction of Juukan Gorge; the confusion of juggling three State heritage laws, and acknowledges Aboriginal ‘First Law’, in order to map a pathway to prosperity, truth-telling, and a more inclusive national identity.

All students are invited to attend a student networking event and learn about a career in Archaeology. An array of speakers from academics to industry professionals will present their journey to becoming who they are today and offer exclusive career tips.

According to mythology, the olive was a divine gift. It was said that as the goddess Athena struck the rock of the Acropolis of Athens with her spear, an olive tree sprang up. Join us for a special event celebrating the olive, including a presentation on the history of the olive, and most importantly, a tasting!

AMBS Ecology and Heritage is proud to host the latest edition of the Sydney Historical Archaeology Practitioners Workshop. This year’s theme is Change and Influence. Registration is open now!

Anything earthmoving is the theme for the May rally at the Hamilton Pastoral Museum, with big working plots for machines to show their stuff and shift some earth. Being displayed and demonstrating will be dozers and tractors with pushing and pulling tackle plus other unique old time machines.

The Near Eastern Archaeology Foundation presents a showcase of current University of Sydney Near Eastern archaeological fieldwork and research projects. Join in person or online, for an archaeological tour from Andros via Arabia to Africa and (almost) everywhere in between.

The National Trust and the Heritage Council of Victoria presents this opportunity for visitors of all ages to explore the exciting discipline of archaeology. Participants will hear from a panel of professional experts about archaeological heritage and its conservation, followed by an opportunity to work with a Dig Director who will guide them as they uncover and analyse artefacts in a simulated archaeological site.

Join a guided walk with heritage experts from Parks Victoria, Heritage Victoria, and Alliance Archaeology to learn about the management of the archaeological remains of the former Yarra Bend Lunatic Asylum and the extent of what is still under our feet at this popular urban park.

Come and explore the Adelaide Gaol this History Day and discover hidden parts of the gaol, see items from our archives for the first time, and enjoy activities for all ages.

Join industrial heritage expert Dr Iain Stuart on a specially curated guided walking tour of Jones Bay Wharf in Pyrmont.

Anything earthmoving is the theme for the May rally at the Hamilton Pastoral Museum, with big working plots for machines to show their stuff and shift some earth. Being displayed and demonstrating will be dozers and tractors with pushing and pulling tackle plus other unique old time machines.

The Griffith University and University of Queensland Archaeology Societies have joined forces to present a Lithic Knapping Day! Join them at Griffith Uni for an afternoon of stone tool making (and snacks).

Join us at the University of Melbourne for a debate in which we will explore the origins of our civilisation, how this legacy has been passed down from the ancient past, and the very reasons why we live the way we live. Our debaters are distinguished academics from Melbourne's leading institutions in classics and ancient history, and you will be our judges!

Koombana Bay has not always been a tranquil spot favoured by families for its calm waters. Beneath the sand and sea are buried the wooden skeletons of many ships. Learn their stories with Bunbury Museum + Heritage Centre's Barbara Rae.

Got a question about archaeology? Well why not Ask an Archaeologist?! Drop into Port Arthur Historic Site to chat all things archaeology with their very own archaeologist.

Industrial-scale metal mining has long been a feature of developing economies, leaving behind large quantities of waste and contaminants, and causing significant environmental changes. Join Professor Susan Lawrence in this online seminar, to learn what these legacies of historical mining can teach us about mining heritage and about managing healthy rivers, environments and communities.

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion (online and in person) exploring the pivotal role of community archaeology in unravelling the mysteries of Sea Country's past and navigating its future amidst climate change challenges. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with Traditional Owners, experts and enthusiasts alike as we collaborate to care for Sea Country and maritime heritage, and safeguard it for generations to come.

Join us on a heritage tour of the University of Sydney’s historic Quadrangle with a twist. Visit the gargoyles and grotesques of the university’s historic building, learn more about the Nicholson and Macleay collections in the Chau Chak Wing Museum, and explore the current work by archaeology researchers and students at the Archaeology Hub.

The Pontine Marshes is generally considered to have been unsuited for habitation until the area was reclaimed in the 1920s-30s. However, the area has a much deeper history. Archaeological work has provided rich evidence for an even more ancient and much more successful reclamation effort, dating to the late 4th century BCE. Find out more about the political context and archaeology evidence in this free lecture presented by Gijs Tol.

Learn about archaeology through storytelling then embark on a guided adventure through the Museum to discover archaeology in person with MAGNT Education Officer, Jude Dawson. Suitable for ages 3 to 5 years, and must be accompanied by an adult.

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.

ArcHSoc is running a panel discussion seminar featuring some wonderful staff from Flinders University Archaeology Department. Our presenters will each give a short talk on their areas of research and then the floor will open for the audience to ask questions and engage with the presenters about their work. All welcome!

Join us for a hybrid workshop hosted by the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation and La Trobe University. The session will focus on the Year 7 Australian Curriculum unit ‘deep time history of Australia’ and will include workshop sessions on cultural competency in the classroom and object-based learning. Suitable for pre-service teachers and in-service teachers.

Over the last decade, there has been an upsurge in research on ancient Egyptian copper metallurgy and metal objects, clarifying many unanswered questions, but also producing new ones. Join Dr Martin Odler, online or in person, to explore the use of copper by ancient Egyptians and Nubians, advances in understanding the chaîne opératoire, and early results of Dr Odler’s analysis of metalwork wear.

Archaeological excavation at the new Parramatta metro station site stretches across almost an entire city block in the heart of the CBD. Join the lead archaeologist Abi Cryerhall to find out about the excavations so far, including evidence of environmental change, Aboriginal artefacts, convict huts, 19th-century domestic occupation, and local manufacturers and businesses.

Join Monash University’s Jessie Birkett-Rees, Andrew Connor and Anna Stevens as they explore the history of archaeological excavations in Egypt and Georgia. From pharaoh Akhenaten’s city, to medieval fortresses in Georgia, to a looted Ptolemaic burial – we’ll examine some of the legacies of past fieldwork, and how these shape research today.

Got a question about archaeology? Well why not Ask an Archaeologist?! Drop into Port Arthur Historic Site to chat all things archaeology with their very own archaeologist.

Archaeologists from a range of consultancies and with a range of experience talk about how they started, where they are now and provide tips on how to get your foot in the door. This is an event where you can network and talk to professionals in the industry.

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.

Visitors to the National Museum of Australia have a unique opportunity this year to explore the history and culture of ancient Egypt through a curated collection of stunning objects from the collection of the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities. Join curator Craig Middleton online for a discussion about the exhibition - after so many centuries, why are we still so fascinated by ancient Egypt?

Labour was at the heart of convict Australia, and defined the lives of all sentenced men, women and children. Through historical and archaeological methodologies, their lives can be reconstructed. Join Richard Tuffin and Sylvana Szydzik as they discuss their investigation of Port Arthur’s workshops, and share their methodology and the preliminary results of their work.

Education underpins the past, present and future of Australian archaeology. This online panel will bring together representatives from the primary, secondary and tertiary education sectors, the cultural heritage industry and academic researchers. Join them for a discussion of the future of archaeological education in Australia.

Got a question about archaeology? Well why not Ask an Archaeologist?! Drop into Port Arthur Historic Site to chat all things archaeology with their very own archaeologist.

Have you ever wondered what humans were doing in the past? Come and learn all about archaeology at the Flinders University Archaeology Day, where you can hear from our staff and students about some of the exciting research we are doing, discover how to become a professional archaeologist and the careers this degree can lead to, and even get your hands dirty with some practical activities!

The braiding of Indigenous knowledge and Western science fosters a deeper and more holistic understanding of the past through multiple lenses. This online panel discussion will focus on the new Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledge and Science, outline current projects, and suggest additional lines of research to build on Australian strengths in archaeology and other disciplines.

Join us for a unique look at the ancient world with one of the world’s most popular (and funny) Classicists. Hear the renowned Classicist, comedian, author and broadcaster Natalie Haynes in conversation with Dr Anne Rogerson. Together they will explore Natalie's writing, the goddesses of ancient Greece and other myths and stories of the ancient Greek world.

Uncover the amazing careers of some of the leading women in NSW archaeology, from academics to consultants and government agency officers. Hear leaders in the industry discussing their careers, career pathways for students and early career professionals, and the future direction of the archaeology industry in NSW.

Toowong Cemetery runs yearly excavations as part of National Archaeology Week. These excavations are designed to recover buried headstones from the North Brisbane Burial Grounds (1843-1875), which is now home to Suncorp Stadium. On Saturday 25 May, families and residents are encouraged to attend from 9am to be a part of the dig and perhaps make a fascinating discovery.

Curious to discover what archaeologists do, where they work and what they find? Join local Inner West archaeologists in an exploratory display of artefacts, including those from the recent excavations in the Inner West Council’s collections.

A free National Archaeology Week event for ages 8–18. Get up close with the University of Melbourne’s Classics and Archaeology collection, and visit the current 'Ancient Lives' exhibition!

Using archaeologists’ tools, what might you discover at Mayes Cottage? Celebrate National Heritage Month and join in the fun at “Digging through the past family fun day”. For ages 5 years and over.

Join MAGNT Assistant Registrar, Kerry Nancarrow, to explore the interconnections between MAGNT’s Archaeology, History, Culture and Art collections. Learn about artefacts, objects and artworks, and discover what they reveal about the third attempt of the British to establish a trading post on the North Australia coast.

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.

Curious to discover what archaeologists do, where they work and what they find? Join local Inner West archaeologists in an exploratory display of artefacts, including those from the recent excavations in the Inner West Council’s collections.

Get up close with the University of Melbourne’s Classics and Archaeology collection, and visit the current 'Ancient Lives' exhibition in this free National Archaeology Week event for adults.

Backyard archaeology - everyone can do it! The Backyard Archaeology Symposium will include case studies from the ACT region and a panel discussion. The presenters will show how backyard studies can reveal and inspire stories of everyday life, through found and excavated objects and nurtured gardens.

Join us for a free, interactive in-person workshop hosted by the Department of Archaeology and History at La Trobe University. The workshop will focus on the Australian Curriculum Year 7 history unit ‘deep time history of Australia’, and is suitable for pre-service and in-service teachers.

The Broughton Island Cultural Heritage Research Project is a collaborative project involving archaeologists from the University of Sydney, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, the Karuah and Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Councils and Worimi Traditional Owners. As part of National Archaeology Week, we invite you to a free public lecture that will offer a glimpse into the island’s rich archaeological and cultural heritage and share insights from recent research.

Filled with money and building materials, Rooswijk sank on a horrible night in early 1740. When the wreck was discovered, it was seen as an opportunity to make money by selling recovered artefacts. But the study of underwater cultural heritage sites such as Rooswijk can offer an amazing wealth of information to be developed from material remains. Join visiting researcher Martijn Manders to explore the global stories and connections to WA revealed by the Rooswijk.

Join historical archaeologist Dr Siobhan Lavelle on a walking tour of the spectacular and historic Waverley Cemetery. Over 100,000 people have been laid to rest in the cemetery since it opened in 1877. The tour will take in some of the unique headstones and vaults, as well as the major monuments across the 16-hectare landscape.

In this free workshop for National Archaeology Week, budding young archaeologists will learn to recover and document hidden "artefacts" in the Hellenic Museum courtyard!

Rethink what you know about early Māori presence in colonial New South Wales in this dynamic talk by Jo Maarama Kāmira.