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Johannes Menge, born in Steinau, Germany, was South Australia's first geologist.
Historical Person | By Bernie O'Neil | 1790s, early nineteenth century, mid nineteenth century
The rapid European maritime exploration of South Australia takes place in the early 19th century
Historical Subject | By Robert Sexton | 1790s, 1800-1810
Matthew Flinders, British explorer, charter of South Australia's coast and namesake of Flinders University
Historical Person | By Robert Sexton | 1790s, 1800-1810
A statue to honour Matthew Flinders, the first explorer to circumnavigate Australia, was a long time coming in Adelaide
Historical Thing | By Jude Elton, History Trust of South Australia | North Terrace | 1790s, 1800-1810, 1840s, 1900-1910, 1920s, 1930s
Mrs Elizabeth Fisher was Mayoress of the City of Adelaide from 1840-1842, and again from 1852-1854.
Historical Person | By Cheryl Williss, HerStory Project | 1790s, 1800-1810, 1820s, 1830s, 1840s, 1850s