Still Recovering by Maria H.J. Butler is a poignant and personal memoir that offers a unique insight into the post-war Dutch migrant experience in Australia. The book captures the childhood memories of a Dutch, Catholic, New Australian girl growing up Read more
The story of Dutch migration to Australia is filled with personal journeys of courage, resilience, and community spirit. Among these is the remarkable life of Henk (Hank) van Iersel, a man who stood against oppression during the dark years of Read more
For Outcomes see: Brisbane’s Allied Capital Story — New Openings for the Netherlands To commemorate this milestone, the Camp Columbia Heritage Association and the support over 20 national and international organisations, will host a major international symposium and guided tour from 30–31 August. Symposium 30 and Read more
The Dutch Australian Association (DAA) was established in Launceston in 1956, at a time when Dutch migration to Tasmania was increasing significantly after the Second World War. The DAA served primarily as a social and cultural organisation, helping Dutch migrants Read more
Peter Johannes Gerardus Mies, born in 1936 in Neerbeek in the province of Limburg, the Netherlands, was a remarkable figure in Tasmanian football and in the Dutch-Australian community. At the age of 14, Pete joined his father and brother working Read more
Dutch Odyssey is a collective history of Dutch migration, based on the experiences of families who settled in the South East of South Australia from the late 1940s onwards. The authors spent five years gathering stories from first and second Read more
Simon Boegheim – born in Gouda – has dedicated much of his life to the development and preservation of Dutch-Australian football in Queensland. From the mid-1960s, Simon became deeply involved in the administration of Hollandia Soccer Club, working alongside other Read more
Fred van Breemen stands as a testament to the enduring impact of Dutch migrants on Australian football and community life. Born in the Netherlands, Fred migrated to Australia in 1954 aboard the Johan van Oldenbarnevelt. His family settled in Coopers Read more
Dutch coaches and technical leaders have significantly contributed to the development and success of Australia’s national football teams. Their expertise has been instrumental in guiding both the Socceroos and the Matildas through pivotal moments in their histories. Socceroos Matildas These Read more
Dutch migrants and their descendants have made an important contribution to Australian football, not only at club level but also in the national men’s team, the Socceroos. From the 1950s onwards, Dutch-Australians have helped shape the squad during key periods Read more