Two Centuries of Chinese Heritage in Western Australia
1830s - 2020s
1830s - 2020s
Discover, record, and tell stories of two centuries of Chinese communities’ contributions to our state and commonwealth
Research Outputs
Research is the cornerstone of our project — we are dedicated to uncovering new insights and illuminating the rich, dynamic heritage of Chinese Australians in Western Australia. This page showcases our latest research outputs, highlighting the critical role that rigorous academic inquiry plays in preserving history, fostering understanding, and ensuring the valuable stories of Chinese Western Australians continue to inspire future generations.
Conference Presentations
On 4 December 2024, Yu Tao delivered a presentation at the Inaugural Symposium of the Digitisation Centre of Western Australia, offering an overall introduction to the project and underscoring the profound significance of connecting diverse digitised materials to enrich collective knowledge and safeguard cultural heritage.
On 4 October 2024, Yu Tao delivered a presentation at the 10th Australia-China Transcultural Studies Symposium, held at Western Sydney University, titled Revisiting Liang Qichao’s 1900 Visit: A Digital Microhistory of Chinese Heritage in Western Australia at the Dawn of Federation.
The presentation offered a compelling exploration of Liang’s historic journey through a digital microhistorical lens. In it, A/Prof Yu Tao highlighted how this pivotal visit not only reflected the aspirations of Chinese reformers but also intersected with the sociopolitical landscape of a newly federating Australia. The presentation underscored the value of digital methodologies in uncovering nuanced narratives and connecting fragmented histories, contributing to a deeper understanding of the shared heritage between China and Australia.