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History of Sydney Grammar School, St Ives
The St Ives preparatory campus of Sydney Grammar School began teaching students in 1954, when St Ives was transitioning from a fruit-growing

Alec Smart
Jul 27, 2023


The Legend of Louisa Lawson
Activist, publisher, poet and inventor – the remarkable Louisa Lawson was once known as the 'mother of suffrage' in NSW, helping...

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Jul 11, 2023


The Bourke Street Murder
More on Surry Hills The true story of a forgotten nineteenth-century lesbian love tragedy, true crime in Surry Hills. True Crime in Surry...
Elliot Lindsay
Jun 21, 2023


The Queen of Surry Hills, Kate Leigh
The story of Kate Leigh, the sly-grog trade and sex shops in Surry Hills.
Isabella Edwards
Jun 21, 2023


Haunted Sydney History: The Rocks
The Rocks has rumours of ghosts and haunted places that go back a long way. Here's a list of haunted Sydney sites.

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Jun 6, 2023


British Astronomer Meets a Gadigal Woman
The captivating relationship between William Dawes, a British Astronomer, and Patyegarang, a Gadigal Woman from Sydney, Australia.

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May 21, 2023


The Life and Times of King Street
King Street is a vibrant and bustling thoroughfare running through the heart of Newtown. For many years, King Street has played a...

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May 19, 2023

The Return of the Gweagal Spears
The Gweagal aboriginal spears are returned after being lost in Captain Cook in 1770. Here's the story.

Alec Smart
Apr 28, 2023


Cronulla Surf Museum, Surfing History
More on Cronulla Cronulla is known for its beautiful beaches & one of the favourite pastimes to participate in there is surfing - it's no...
Jamie Apps
Apr 27, 2023


Into the Archives: Dee Why - Series 2
More on Dee Why In the digitally-dominated, fast-paced world we live in today, sometimes it’s nice to slow down and reflect on the...

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Apr 5, 2023


Into the Archives: Dee Why - Series 1
By Jamie Apps More on Dee Why In a modern, fast-paced, internet-focused age the world around us has become a fleeting folly. However, for...
Jamie Apps
Mar 22, 2023


Into the Archives: Turramurra
In the digitally-dominated, fast-paced world we live in today, sometimes it’s nice to slow down and reflect on the simpler times,...

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Mar 20, 2023


Into The Archives: Darling Harbour
In the digitally-dominated, fast paced world we live in today, sometimes it’s nice to slow down and reflect on the simpler times of...

neighbourhoodmedia
Mar 7, 2023


Pear Trees Link to St Ives' Historic Community Orchards
Pear trees linked to St Ives community orchards which at one time covered most of the land in St Ives.

Alec Smart
Mar 6, 2023


Photo Archives - Marrickville
More on Marrickville In a modern, fast-paced, internet-focused age the world around us has become a fleeting folly. However, for one...

neighbourhoodmedia
Jan 10, 2023


St Ives History and How Rosedale Became St Ives
More on St Ives The area now known as St Ives was originally - towards the end of the 19th century - called Rosedale, named after a...
Alec Smart
Nov 22, 2022


History of Glebe Town Hall
Uncover the fascinating history of Glebe Town Hall, from its 19th-century origins to its recent restoration.
neighbourhoodmedia
Nov 7, 2022


The Murder of Henry Trevascus
By Elliot Lindsay More on Surry Hills The note pinned to the door of Henry Trevascus’ office at No.1 Glebe Point Road was written in...
neighbourhoodmedia
Nov 7, 2022


Photos of Glebe's Golden Age
Step back in time with stunning photos of Glebe's golden age. Experience the nostalgia and history brought to life by @RetroSydney_ on Insta
neighbourhoodmedia
Nov 7, 2022


Walking Tours Killing It With History
Uncover Sydney's gruesome past on the 'Murder Most Foul' walking tour led by historian Elliot Lindsay. Explore the eerie crime scenes of Sur
Georgina Pengelly
Oct 24, 2022
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