In the 1800s a Scottish clergyman immigrant initiated the move for independence of Australian colonies from Britain. He proposed the federation for the Australian colonies into one nation. He also gained the vote for the common Australian man. His name is John Dunmore Lang. Broadcast on Songs of Hope on Southern FM 88.3
Queen promised to uphold Gods laws
At her coronation in 1953 our Australian Queen promised to uphold Gods laws to the best of her ability. Hear an explanation here on our podcast, and listen to the prayer-hymn written by William Bird to bless her on that occasion. Press play to listen or download.
Margaret Court – tennis great
Our Christian here this week is Margaret Court. Listen again to the story of Margaret Court, the greatest Australian womens tennis player of all time. Program “Songs of Hope” 2016 06 12 (5 mins).
Richard Johnson – Australias First Fleeters Thanked God
Listen again to the story of Australia’s first fleet and its journey and Richard Johnson, the fleet chaplain.
This is to celebrate Australia Day, which is 26Jan. Broadcast on Songs of Hope on Southern FM 88.3
Federation Day 1 January
The first of January, is Australia’s Federation Day. On this day in 1901 Australia was born as a nation. Here is Songs of Hope story about that day in 1901. Broadcast on Southern FM 88.3.
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Caleb Dawson – microscopy researcher
Here is an item from 27Sep20 Songs of Hope Christian News Bulletin. Its about Dr Caleb Dawson, an Australian scientist doing research in cancer and immunology.
Charlie Daniels – singer
Christian News Bulletin reported that Charlie Daniels, the country/gospel singer and southern rocker who was best known for the 1979 hit “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” and who also was an outspoken Christian, died on Monday 6Jul20 from a stroke. He was 83.