Australian public history / Newcastle & beyond

Rediscovering the forgotten stories of Our Past.

Our Past explores the people, places and events that shape Australian communities through documentaries, short videos and articles.

Historic view across Newcastle rooftops towards the harbour.
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Documentaries

Films and projects exploring Australian history, including Operation Seagull.

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Short Videos and Articles

A closer look at familiar places, unusual details and the stories behind them.

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Tours

Walking tours and multi-day tours are coming soon. Join a waiting list for updates.

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History, made accessible.

Our Past is an independent public history project based in Newcastle, sharing Australian stories through research, documentaries, short videos and articles.

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