Local historian and photographer Jeff McGill takes a fresh look at the history of Campbelltown in a new book
Category: Historical Research
A local treat at The Argyle Affair
One Camden festival held recently was The Argyle Affair at the Camden showground.
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Former Camden High school site has a new retirement village development
The old Camden High site will be reborn as a retirement village
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Camden Airfield and No 32 Squadron RAAF
The RAAF Base Camden at Camden Airfield was the home of 32 Squadron during the Second World War. The members of the squadron have developed a special relationship with the local community that has been marked by tragedy and celebrations.
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The Bennett wagon, a piece of transport history
The historic Bennett (Percival) Wagon is a cultural icon of a different time when horse and bullock teams were kings of the road.
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Anzackery and Vimyism, national military myths
Anzackery and Vimyism, national military myths derived in wartime in Australia and Canada
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Camden Reflects on Anzac Day 2017
Camden Reflects on Anzac Day 2017
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Richlands, an outpost of a colonial farming empire
The Richlands estate, north of Goulburn in the NSW Southern Tablelands, was an important part of the Macarthur family pastoral empire for nearly 100 years. Â The Richlands estate acted as an outstation about one days ride west of Camden Park estate.
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Bella Vista Farm, an early part of the Macarthur rural empire
Bella Vista Farm is an early part of the Macarthur family pastoral empire and an important site in the history of colonial NSW.
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Elizabeth Farm, the foundation story of the Macarthur rural empire
Elizabeth Farm was the home of John and Elizabeth Macarthur for over 35 years, playing a central role in Australia's wool industry. Following years of neglect, it was transformed into a house museum in 1984. With extensive gardens and historical significance, it stands as one of the oldest surviving constructions in Australia.
