The Role of the AHA

The Australian Historical Association, founded in 1973, is a national organisation of historians – academic, professional and other – working in all fields of history. Its membership numbers approximately 800, and includes universities, libraries and other affiliates from across Australia, the Pacific and around the world.

Twice a year the AHA publishes History Australia, a refereed journal that deals with both the discipline and the profession of history. It is available in print and/or on-line. See the membership page for further details on subscription options.

The AHA organises regular conferences: a large national conference in even years; and a smaller thematic meeting in odd years. Members receive registration discounts. The 2009 Regional Conference will be held at University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. See the conference page, or contact Dr Joanne Scott.

The AHA offers the W.K. Hancock Prize for History, as well as the Serle Award, the Kay Daniels Award, the Allan Martin Award and the Magarey Medal every two years, in the year of the national conference.

The Executive Committee of the AHA draws its members from all over the country. Its Executive Office is located at the University of New South Wales.

Full details on the AHA's membership, publications, and other functions may be obtained from the Executive Office, currently staffed by Dr Kylie M. Smith