West Dapto Catholic Cemetery
I went in search today of the grave of two of my ancestors – John Hoare and Elizabeth Love – who are buried in the West Dapto Catholic Cemetery, near … Read the rest “West Dapto Catholic Cemetery”
Wimbo Park and Centennial Park
Although it’s a little cold, wet and windy outside right now, it was a really beautiful day in Sydney. And so I set out mid-afternoon for what I’d planned as … Read the rest “Wimbo Park and Centennial Park”
Family History
I didn’t go to the pub tonight, as is my usual routine. And I won’t be going for the next couple of weeks either, since Swedish class has swapped to … Read the rest “Family History”
Berlin Wall Anniversary
It’s the twentieth anniversary today of the fall of the Berlin Wall. I doubt there’ll be television specials except perhaps on the ABC or SBS, but I note there is … Read the rest “Berlin Wall Anniversary”
Walk On The Wild Side
I spent most of the afternoon on a walking tour called, “Slurry Hills and Razorhurst”, presented by Mark Dunn President of the History Council and organised by 702 ABC Sydney. … Read the rest “Walk On The Wild Side”