Ryder, Jane
Chapter 41Colonial Era (pre-1900)Early SettlementFederation EraUp the Creek - Early Days in the Arthurs Creek District
John Ryder - Early Settler
John Ryder (1821–1902) was a foundational pioneer of the Arthurs Creek district who, alongside Charles Draper, selected the initial allotments under the Duffy Land Act…
Chapter 11Colonial Era (pre-1900)Duffy Land ActEarly SettlementUp the Creek - Early Days in the Arthurs Creek District
Charnwood
Charles Draper, an accomplished pomologist and pioneer fruit grower, established his Charnwood orchard in the Arthurs Creek district following the 1862 Duffy Land Act. Through…