Recently former PHA Qld president Katie McConnel provided historical context to the Sydney Morning Herald regarding one of Australia’s favourite sweet treats – the lamington. The article laments the loss of the lamington from Old Government House’s cafe menu, and reveals the sweet’s fascinating history. Read more here.

Anne Monsour recently featured in a Radio National interview with Philip Adams on Race and Citizenship. Responding to the recent dual citizenship issue in the Australian Parliament, this interview looks back over Australian history, including the young nation’s views on foreigners, the White Australia Policy, as well as comparisons across the Pacific in America. Listen here.