3.1.3 Flashcards
How did early colonists perceive the land?
Feared it, saw it as empty (Terra Nullius), wanted to exploit it.
How did early colonists interact with the land?
Cleared forests, stopped fire-stick farming, introduced species
What was the impact of early colonisation?
Habitat destruction, soil erosion, biodiversity loss.
How did perceptions of the land change during Pre-Federation?
Still a resource, but some conservation interest.
How did interactions with the land change during Pre-Federation?
Logging, mining, railways built, some forests protected.
What were the environmental impacts of Pre-Federation?
More pollution, deforestation, early conservation efforts.
How did perceptions of the environment change Post-Federation?
More focus on conservation, nature = recreation.
How did interactions with the land change Post-Federation?
Great Ocean Road → tourism, national parks, logging continued.
What were the environmental impacts Post-Federation?
National parks helped biodiversity, but pollution & habitat loss continued.
