Imprisoned in a Shaft – Homicide or Suicide?

Kalgoorlie Miner 24 March 1900, page 7 A SENSATIONAL STORY OF IMPRISONMENT IN A SHAFT Attempted Murder at Coolgardie. Death Sentence for Accused One of the most sensational stories that has ever been told in the annals of the Perth Criminal, … [Continue reading]

The Gaston’s – a family saga

The Gaston Family By Marjory Burton nee York I was sent some interesting information and photographs on the Gaston family from Marjorie Burton nee York. Her great-grandfather was George Gaston. The Gastons originally came from South Australia and … [Continue reading]

Ora Banda Cemetery – of dust and dreams

Ora Banda Cemetery (1913-1925) GPS Coordinates: -30.39500, 121.12400 18 Burials 6 Children, 1 Woman, 5 Mine accidents, 1 Suicide. Lonely they rest, and rest must until The final call to awaken at God’s will Now the Eucalypts on the field that … [Continue reading]

Remembering Sr Anthony –

With thanks to Susie de Monchaux for sharing her wonderful family story with us - Sister Mary Anthony Fitzpatrick (1888–1986) by Susie de Monchaux and family Eric Sierins, image editor Sister Mary Anthony Fitzpatrick was the first cousin … [Continue reading]

Memories of Mt Morgans –

Western Mail 21 February 1946, page 60 Early days in Mt. Morgan District recalled by ‘One of the Pioneers’ John MILNE I am one of the pioneers of your district and, after, an absence of 43 years, I would like to receive word of what is now being … [Continue reading]