Explore the Polio Archives

Discover the historical sources, archival records, cultural collections and personal stories of polio in Australia. PAMS brings together material held in repositories and collections across the country, making the memories and experiences of polio accessible in one place.

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Where Polio touched Australia
1911–1963

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Move through the years to explore the outbreak of Polio in Australia. Deeper colours mean more cases in that state or territory.

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The University of Newcastle, Australia

Australian Government — Australian Research Council

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