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Audio: One object, many stories on The Ashes

Listen to an audio recording of a panel discussion about the history and significance of The Ashes.

10 Dec 2019 Duration: 58:26

One object, many stories: Matchbox labels

Hear an expert panel discuss the striking design and cultural context of the Library's collection of mid-century Japanese matchbox labels.

9 Nov 2017 Duration: 54:56

One object, many stories: Medieval flea

Hear an enthralling panel conversation about the Library's work conserving precious books, and the surprising discoveries that have been made.

31 May 2017 Duration: 57:05

One object, many stories: Lambswool book

Hear the colourful history of a rare lambswool-covered book created to launch Melbourne's bid for the 1956 Olympics.

4 Aug 2016 Duration: 50:22

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