The Great Australian Fly

The Great Australian Fly

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The Great Australian Fly

ABC | April 7, 2015

English

Media arts

Science

Geography

Classification: Parental Guidance

The Great Australian Fly looks at how a national nuisance has shaped Australia and its people, confounding our scientists, influencing our lifestyle, and defining the way we speak. But is its value misunderstood?

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The Great Australian Fly looks at how a national nuisance has shaped Australia and its people, confounding our scientists, influencing our lifestyle, and defining the way we speak. But is its value misunderstood?

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