"Agriculture, mining and related rural industries have been central to the development of Australia's economy. This book details the role that the Australian Government has played in the making of rural and regional Australia, particularly since World War II. The book reviews these policies and...

Frontmatter -- Contents -- List of Figures and Tables -- Contributors -- Preface -- Part 1. Exploring Rural Festivals -- Chapter 1. The Extent and Significance of Rural Festivals / Gibson, C. / Connell, J. / Waitt, G. / Walmsley, J. -- Chapter 2. Histories of Agricultural Shows and Rural...