National History Challenge 2025
National History Challenge 2025
We are proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of our students in the National History Challenge. This esteemed national competition inspires students to delve into historical inquiry, encouraging them to explore topics of personal interest while honing their research and analytical skills. The theme for this year, Crisis and Response, provided a compelling focus for their investigations. The challenge also fosters critical thinking, creativity, and communication, which are vital skills for young historians.
We would like to congratulate Year 12 students, Eleanor and Emma, and Year 10 student, Hanna, for being selected state finalists in the Australia and Asia, Using Primary Sources, and Australia’s Wartime Experiences categories, respectively. Eleanor investigated how the impacts of the Australian Korean bilateral relationship influenced the process of Korean transnational adoption in Australia. Emma’s entry used her family history as a starting point; she researched the effectiveness of the Kangaroo Island Soldier Settler Scheme in response to the crisis of World War Two. Hanna examined how Australia’s response to WW2 contributed to changes in society and culture. All three students enjoyed the challenge and should be commended for their passion for history and commitment to excellence. Please join us in celebrating their accomplishments, and in thanking their teachers for supporting them in this endeavour.
Ms Elizabeth Heuzenroeder
HASS Coordinator | Educational Technologies Coordinator
