The Bennett wagon, a piece of transport history

July 12, 2017May 9, 2023 camdenhistorynotes

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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Camden Reflects on Anzac Day 2017

April 25, 2017April 19, 2018 camdenhistorynotes

Camden Reflects on Anzac Day 2017

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Richlands, an outpost of a colonial farming empire

April 20, 2017March 5, 2021 camdenhistorynotes3 Comments

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. 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

April 16, 2017January 30, 2020 camdenhistorynotes1 Comment

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

April 14, 2017May 19, 2024 camdenhistorynotes2 Comments

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.

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St John’s Church Camden, the soul of a country town

March 16, 2017May 13, 2023 camdenhistorynotes4 Comments

On the hill overlooking the Camden town centre is St Johns Church> It is a representation of the community's historic, moral and emotional heart, its sense of place, the town's soul.