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Operation Hurricane: The story of Britain's first atomic test in Australia and the legacy that remains

The compelling account of the first atomic test conducted by Britain off the North West Coast of Western Australia in October 1952.

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Ep 4. Operation Hurricane
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Ep 4. Operation Hurricane

Once upon a time, it was necessary to have a weapon that could unleash hell. After American atomic scientists won the arms race, Britain was frozen ou...

Published: Jul 2026
Cavanagh’s Pirates by Bill Plewright
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Cavanagh’s Pirates by Bill Plewright

William Bryan (Bill) Plewright was born on 28 November 1929 in Bunbury, Western Australia. Bill worked as a brickie’s labourer before joining the Roya...

Published: Apr 2026
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