Sydney architect Aaron Bolot designed the extension to the Camden agricultural hall. This building was one of many that were built in Camden during the Intewar period.
Category: Storytelling
Reflections of a travelling scholar
Reflections of historian Ian Willis after attending the 2019 RANZ at the University of Warsaw Poland
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Charles Tompson, a colonial diarist of the Cowpastures
A colonial diarist of the Cowpastures, Charles Tompson.
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The Burragorang Valley, a lost Gothic fantasy
The Burragorang Valley is a lost Gothic fantasy where many people were attracted to the grandeur and beauty of the valley's landscape. Much of the valley's mystery has been lost under Lake Burragorang.
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A new Macarthur regional masthead
A new Macarthur regional masthead called Smarter Macarthur magazine.
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Clintons Motors Car Showroom, motoring and modernism
In March 1948, Camden celebrated a new era in motoring with the opening of Clintons Motors' modern showroom. The introduction of the FX Holden marked a pivotal moment in Australian automotive history, showcasing innovation and capturing community excitement. This Art Deco building symbolized modern shopping and transformed Camden's motoring landscape.
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History Magazine photoshoot for RAHS captures a window into the past in Camden
A photo shoot for the History Magazine of the Royal Australia Historical Society at Camden NSW captures a window into the past.
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The living history movement finds new supporters
The living history movement finds new supporters in Camden
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Camden Hospital Nurses’ Quarters: cloistered veils
Over 700 people witnessed the opening of the Camden Hospital Nurses’ Quarters were opened in 1962 by the NSW Health Minister WF Sheahan.
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Whiteman commercial buildings in Camden, an example of adaptive re-use
The Whiteman's General Store, a historic Victorian colonial building in Camden, has been successfully repurposed through the Burra Charter principles of adaptive reuse, maintaining its architectural integrity. Operating continuously for over 135 years, it now houses various retail and professional outlets, contributing significantly to the town's charm and community identity.
