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10 most-watched TV broadcasts in Australian history

<p>Television has come a long way since it was launched in Australia in 1956, evolving from black and white to colour, analogue to digital, standard definition to HD, 2D to 3D and internet-connected screens found in many homes around the world. And, in the past 60-odd years, Aussies have watched hundreds of thousands of hours of TV. But what are the most-watched televised events in our country’s history? Let’s find out.</p> <ol> <li><strong>Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales</strong> – In 1997, an estimated two billion people around the world – including millions of Australians – tuned in to farewell the People’s Princess after her shock death.</li> <li><strong>Wedding of Charles, Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer</strong> – 16 years earlier, the world was transfixed by the “fairytale wedding” between Prince Charles and Princess Diana, watched by around 750 million globally.</li> <li><strong>2000 Summer Olympics closing ceremony</strong> – The 2000 Sydney Olympics are close to many Australians’ hearts – so much so that the closing ceremony was watched by a staggering 6,641,000 of us.</li> <li><strong>2000 Summer Olympics opening ceremony</strong> – Likewise, the unforgettable opening ceremony had an audience of 6,518,000 in Australia alone.</li> <li><strong>Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton</strong> – Can you believe the royal wedding was six years ago? Watched by around 162 million people, including 5.7 million Australians.</li> <li><strong>1984 Summer Olympics opening ceremon</strong>y – Despite a rocky lead up to the games, the Los Angeles Olympics opening ceremony remains one of our most-watched broadcasts.</li> <li><em><strong>The World of The Seekers</strong></em> – The Ten Network aired this TV movie in 1968 when The Seekers were at the height of their popularity not only in Australia, but also the UK and USA.</li> <li><strong>Boxing: Lionel Rose vs. Alan Rudkin</strong> – In 1969, Australian audiences were glued to their screens as boxing legend Lionel Rose defended his world title – in fact, 72 per cent of households tuned in.</li> <li><em><strong>The Sound of Music</strong></em> – It hit cinemas in 1965, but it wasn’t until 12 years later that the wildly popular Julie Andrews musical film aired on Australian television – and we loved it.</li> <li><em><strong>Roots</strong></em> – This critically-acclaimed 1977 American miniseries starring LeVar Burton brought the bestselling novel of the same name featuring Kunta Kinte to the screen for the first time. It was remade last year, airing on SBS.</li> </ol> <p>Tell us in the comments below, how many of these televised events did you see live? What are your memories of watching the events?</p>

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5 of the most haunted locations in Australia

<p>These haunted locations in Australia are awash with sordid history and to this day garner reports of paranormal activity.</p><p><strong>1. Devil’s Pool, Queensland</strong></p><p><strong><img width="500" height="375" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/8792/482507960_e5d041d8dd.jpg" alt="482507960_e 5d 041d 8dd (1)" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></strong></p><p>According to legend, a woman married to a tribal elder left her husband after falling for a young visitor. Upon fleeing, the pair were captured, causing the woman to throw herself into the waters below. Now it is said that her ghost remains there, calling for her lover.</p><p><strong>2. Monte Cristo Homestead, Junee, NSW</strong></p><p><strong><img width="500" height="375" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/8793/img_6831_500x375.jpg" alt="IMG_6831" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></strong></p><p>Deemed, “Australia’s most haunted house” the Monte Cristo Homestead was the site of several grisly accidents. According to story, a boy was burned alive in the stables, a girl was pushed down the stairs, and a gardener was shot. Those who have chosen to stay in the house claim to have seen the house’s former lady, Mrs. Crawley.</p><p><strong>3. Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne, Victoria</strong></p><p><strong><img width="496" height="265" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/8790/main_496x265.jpg" alt="Main" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></strong></p><p>Built in the mid-1800’s the goal housed dangerous criminals, offenders, and the mentally ill. Before closing in 1929, it was the site for 133 hangings, including that of the notorious Ned Kelly. Visitors report experiencing cold spots and hearing voices.</p><p><strong>4. The Princess Theatre, Melbourne, Victoria</strong></p><p><strong><img width="495" height="220" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/8794/visionsofvictoria920549-302_495x220.jpg" alt="Visionsofvictoria 920549-302" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></strong></p><p>According to accounts, in 1888, during a scene within a play, actor Frederick Baker was meant to recede through a trapped door and return to the stage for his final bow. Upon his descent, the actor had a fatal heart attack and never made it back, yet cast members report having seen him with them later on stage. Since his death, many people claim to have seen a ghost dressed in evening attire around the theatre.</p><p><strong>5. Fremantle Arts Centre, Western Australia</strong></p><p><strong><img width="497" height="330" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/8795/fremantle_arts_centre_2009-w685_497x330.jpg" alt="Fremantle _Arts _Centre _2009-w 685" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></strong></p><p>What is now Fremantle’s art centre was once an insane asylum. Following two suspicious and violent deaths, the asylum was turned into a woman’s home, which was eventually closed as a result of concerning living conditions. The site hosted a myriad of others, gaining a reputation for its depressing and violent history before becoming an arts centre. Visitors still report feelings of unwelcome, unseen figures present in photographs, cold spots, and inexplicable phenomena such as closing doors and the feeling of being touched.</p><p><strong>Related links:</strong></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong><a href="/travel/travel-club/2015/08/exciting-travel-experiences/">9 travel experiences full of excitement</a></strong></em></span></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong><a href="/travel/travel-club/2015/08/australias-best-mountains-to-climb/">6 of the best Australian mountains to climb</a></strong></em></span></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong><a href="/travel/travel-club/2015/08/best-animal-migrations/">The world’s 7 greatest animal migrations worth seeing</a></strong></em></span></p>

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