EPISODE · Jan 31, 2026 · 13 MIN
Burke and Wills - From the Vault
from Squiz Kids · host Squiz Media
It was the most expensive, ambitious — and disastrous — expedition in Australian history. And somehow, it’s also one of the most famous. In this From the Vault Squiz Kids Shortcut, we rewind to 1860 and follow the ill-fated journey of Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, who set out to become the first white explorers to cross Australia from south to north. What followed was a trail of poor planning, bad decisions, ignored advice — and heartbreaking consequences. Listen carefully — there’s a Squiz at the end.
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It was the most expensive, ambitious — and disastrous — expedition in Australian history. And somehow, it’s also one of the most famous. In this From the Vault Squiz Kids Shortcut, we rewind to 1860 and follow the ill-fated journey of Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, who set out to become the first white explorers to cross Australia from south to north. What followed was a trail of poor planning, bad decisions, ignored advice — and heartbreaking consequences. Listen carefully — there’s a Squiz at the end.
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