Our 5th edition is sold out! New edition available later in 2022 The Oral History Handbook is the bible for oral historians. First published by the South Australian Branch of the Oral History Association in 1983, it has been in print ever since, and is well established as the national standard.
It was with great sadness that we heard that the renowned Adelaide historian, Robert Linn, had passed away. Rob Linn was a Director of Historical Consultants Pty Ltd since 1984, a company he established with his wife, Jane. Rob Linn graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and a Master of Arts in History from the University of Adelaide. He
Learn how to plan and record professional interviews This workshop introduces participants to the practice and methods of doing an oral history interview. It also covers features to look for in professional digital audio recorders, and why they are important. The workshop covers:• the features of an oral history interview• advantages of oral history• qualities of a good interviewer• how
The History Festival dates are set for 1-31 May of 2022. The theme for 2022 is: REIMAGINE The 2022 theme represents an opportunity to be bold and reimagine events in terms of content as well as presentation. Here are a few ideas from the History Trust to get your brainstorming started: How have stories been an important tool in your
After much discussion, Oral History Australia has made the difficult decision to postpone the OHA Biennial conference, Oral History in Troubling Times, to 2022, probably in October. A vibrant get-together in twelve months’ time with a good chance of international speakers and delegates seems a much better option than moving the conference online this year. Anyone who has registered for
Oral History Australia SA/NT will now hold its Annual General Meeting online using Zoom. The AGM will be held on Friday 6th August, as originally advertised, but will now commence at 4:30pm (Australian Central Standard Time). If you would like to attend the AGM, please RSVP to contact@oralhistoryaustraliasant.org.au by 5pm Wednesday 4th August. Meeting links will only be sent to