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This wiki has been designed to give you control over what research during term 1.

I have provided you with some links as a research guide, but please use other resources and references.

You can post questions using the discussion tab, which I will answer up to 8.30pm Monday to Thursday. I will check in over the weekend.

__Please choose one of the following projects. __

Projects are due at the end of the term - 6th April Projects may be submitted on a usb stick, cd, cardboard, project book, display folder Be sure to refer to the marking criteria to ensure all aspects of your project covered.

Project 1

use Australian Heros -2 if you have don't have a mac computer **Australian Heroes**
 * The Australian Mint has decided to a new $200 note. They have a short list of suitable candidates, Your job is to read about some of the heroes and choose the two that you think should be put on the front and the back of the new note.**

**You will need to:** **Before you start you will need to:** The heroes are:
 * 1) Choose three male and three female heroes from the list and read about them.
 * 2) Select one male and one female that you think deserves to go on the front and back of the note.
 * 3) Design the note.
 * Choose which heroes you will research.
 * Print out two [|summary sheets] and use them to record your findings.

[|site 2] || [|Sir Donald Bradman] || [|Henry Lawson] || [|Sir Edward Dunlop] ||
 * [|Fred Hollows] || [|Victor Chang] || [|Sir Henry Parkes] || [|Banjo Patterson] || [|John Simpson] ||
 * [|Albert Namatjira] || [|Dr John Flynn]

[|site 2] ||  || [|Lois O'Donoghue] || More can be found at: []
 * [|Elizabeth MacArthur] || [|Edith Cowan] || [|Mary MacKillop] ||  || [|Kath Walker(Oodgeroo Noonuccal)]
 * [|Evonne Goolagong] || [|Dr Helen Caldicott] || [|Colleen Shirley (MumShirl)] || [|Nancy Bird] || [|Nancy Wake] ||

**Marking Criteria for Project 1**

· You need to have completed the sheet for the 3 males and 3 females. · After your initial research you need to select the male and female who are going to appear on your $200 note. · The design / art of the note should reflect your chosen identity. · Finally a summary of your chosen identity. This summary should include subheadings.

Project 2 SPECIAL DAYS

A SPECIAL DAY Australia has a number of special days which are celebrated to remember an event or happening from the past.
 * [|Anzac Day]
 * [|Remembrance Day]
 * [|Australia Day]
 * [|Labour Day]
 * [|Ramadan]
 * [|St. Valentine's Day]
 * [|Christmas]
 * [|Chinese New Year]
 * [|Good Friday-Easter]
 * [|Passover]

You and your team have been selected to create a special Day for your town, school or community. Task
 * 1) ﻿Select 3 Special Days from the above list. Research the history of these 3 Days and answer the questions on the﻿ [|research sheet.] Use the links above to access some interesting web sites or check out out your local / school library to find the information you need.
 * 2) Talk, ask questions - Grandparent, parents, teachers, older relatives, and friends, about important days in the history of your area.
 * 3) Select one of these days / events worthy of a celebration in your area.
 * 4) Using the criteria on your research sheet create your own special day.
 * 5) Points to consider


 * The name of the day
 * Set the date / Time / Place
 * What special events will be held?
 * Who will be involved / invited to participate?
 * Will it be declared a public holiday?

Presentation

You can present your special day as either
 * 1) an oral presentation to the class
 * 2) a poster / brochure advertising your special day
 * 3) a movie for a TV commercial
 * 4) a podcast for a radio commercial

1. Research the history of 3 Days and 2. Answer the questions on the﻿ [|research sheet.] 3.Select one of these days / events worthy of a celebration in your area. 4.Use the criteria on your research sheet create your own special day.
 * Marking Criteria for Project 2 **

Your Celebration must include • The name of the day • Set the date / Time / Place • What special events will be held? • Who will be involved / invited to participate? • Will it be declared a public holiday?

Project 3 **||**

**AUSSIE HOLIDAY**

**Australia has some magnificent holiday destinations. These include the very popular Gold Coast in Queensland, Uluru in the Northern Territory, Parliament House in Canberra and many other fascinating sites. Tourists from all parts of the world are drawn to our shores to enjoy the beauty of Australia. It is time for locals to sit up, take notice and discover why so many overseas visitors travel to our country.** **//YOUR TASK://** **Your family has decided to go on a holiday within Australia, but, cannot agree on a suitable destination. Each member has to present his/her choice to the family, trying to convince everyone that this destinaton is the most appealing.** **Research the popular Australian destinations below, make your choice and devise an attractive and informative presentation including a map and photographs//.//** **//DESTINATIONS://** **//YOUR PRESENTATION SHOULD INCLUDE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS//** **//://** **Where is your destination in relation to the rest of Australia? (include map of Australia)** **What attracts people to this holiday site? (physical appearance)** **What type of travel arrangements need to be made? (consider travel to and within your destination)** **When is the best time of the year to visit your chosen destination? (investigate weather)** **Where will you stay? (include photographs and map)** **What type of activities are available at your chosen destination? (list at least three)**
 * **Gold Coast, Queensland**
 * **Australian Capital Territory**
 * **Sydney, New South Wales**
 * **Uluru, Northern Territory**