Who were Burke and Wills?
Answer
Explorers on an 1860-61 expedition to cross Australia south to north
Explanation
Robert Burke and William Wills led an expedition from Melbourne to the Gulf of Carpentaria in 1860-61. They reached the Gulf but both died on the return journey.
Why this matters for your test
Burke and Wills explored Australia's interior but perished attempting it.
Source: Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond (2024)