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  Some Iconic Australian Inventions Note: this was forwarded to eLanka as an email, and if you are the author of the following, we at eLanka would love to give credit, and add your name as the author!. So, kindly contact us if you are the author!. Thanks, the eLanka team Iconic Australian inventions We take a look back at the inventions invented by Aussies. Didgeridoo The didgeridoo can arguably be classified as the first Australian invention, and is still prominently used today.  The wind instrument was developed by Indigenous Australians around 1000 to 1500 years ago. Playing the didgeridoo involves a complex breathing technique called circular breathing – breathing through the nose and breathing out of the mouth at the same time.  Traditionally, only males and can play the didgeridoo during ceremonial events. Australian Rules Football (1858) An iconic Australian sport, Aussie Rules has been played since June 1858 and ...