It was a sad day for many when the Hannans Brewery was finally demolished in late 1991 – early 1992. My father in law, Bob Sharp, was one of the last employees there and would remember his time there with fond memories and of his many friends and workmates. This photo shows the building in […]
Goldfields Identities – Charles Laver
02/11/2015 By Leave a Comment
The contribution of many has made the goldfields the place it is today. Be they prospectors, politicians, painters or prostitutes, all have contributed to make the goldfields special. Charles Laver, 1863-1937 He said they [Aboriginal people] taught him a lot . . . He said he learnt a lot from them . . . They […]
A Widows Plea – Olivette Whitney
01/11/2015 By 4 Comments
Mine Workers Relief Fund: This is a statement made by Mrs Olivette Whitney, about her husband, Edward William Whitney. This family had so many personal family tragedies. Mrs Whitney was applying to the MWRF for a widows pension : She was refused!!! 1896:- My husband came to Norseman in June of 1896 after prospecting about […]
The Welsh Newspaper Editor and his Australian Goldmine
21/10/2015 By 2 Comments
The following fascinating article was written by a reader, Alwyn Evans, a keen Welsh historian. It was first published in ‘Wales Online’ The full story, as a book, with supporting references and illustrations, will be published in the next six months by Hesperian Press. George William Hall was a pioneer of the fantastically rich Western Australian […]
Sand and Stone Vol 1 and 2 by Kevin Moran
21/10/2015 By Leave a Comment
Book Review:- Are you looking for that special gift for family or friends who love reading about Goldfields History. If so, I would like to recommend this wonderful two volume set., it will not disappoint I assure you. This is its second release as the first was so popular. Sand and Stone Pt 1. Colonists and […]
