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Ancient Trade Ignores Modern Political Boundaries
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-ancient-trade-ignores-modern-political-boundaries/

Obsidian artefacts reveal social relations between Russia and China about 20,000 years ago.

Published 15 August 2014

stone tool AMRI Blog obsidian Anthropology
Natural glass used for chopping tools in ancient Papua New Guinea
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-natural-glass-used-for-chopping-tools/

Axes made of glass were used to chop wood over 3000 years ago in Papua New Guinea.

Published 10 February 2015

Melanesia blog Papua New Guinea archaeology tool obsidian
Tracking ancient trade on Manus Island, Papua New Guinea
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-tracking-ancient-trade/

Discovery of an obsidian source on Manus Island reveals ancient trading patterns in Papua New Guinea

Published 29 April 2014

Papua New Guinea blog obsidian Melanesia

Jurassic World by Brickman

Kmart presents <i>Jurassic World</i> by Brickman<sup>®</sup> at the Australian Museum until 17 July.

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Open until 17 July.

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200 Treasures of the Australian Museum

The Westpac Long Gallery showcases 100 treasures from our collections alongside the stories of the 100 people who’ve helped shape Australia.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily
10am - 5pm

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School programs and excursions

Book school excursions at the Australian Museum, Sydney, that inspire and engage students of all ages.

Virtual excursions
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