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Doctor’s Gully Road

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Arthurs Creek Cemetery - A Simple Tour

Established in 1847 by the pioneer Patrick Reid following the death of his wife Agnes, the Arthurs Creek Cemetery serves as a significant historical record…

By Bruce G. Draper
Airey, RobertBassett, RichardBrock, AlexanderDraper, Charles
Chapter 15Colonial Era (pre-1900)Early SettlementFederation EraInterwar PeriodPost-war EraUp the Creek - Early Days in the Arthurs Creek District

Lobbs Hill

Situated in the foothills of the Plenty ranges, Lobbs Hill serves as a focal point for the agricultural development and pioneer settlement of the Arthurs…

By Bruce G. Draper
Bassett, AnnBassett, RichardBrock, SandyGrimshaw family
Chapter 20Colonial Era (pre-1900)Early SettlementFederation EraUp the Creek - Early Days in the Arthurs Creek District

Hazelglen School

Established on land donated by William Reid prior to 1867, the Hazelglen School served as a foundational educational institution for the pioneering families of the…

By Bruce G. Draper
Abbey, BrianAirey, RobertBassett, RichardBrennan, P.
Chapter 5Colonial Era (pre-1900)Early SettlementUp the Creek - Early Days in the Arthurs Creek District

Hazel Glen Run

In 1844, Patrick Reid established the Hazel Glen pastoral run in the Arthurs Creek district, marking the beginning of a long-standing association between the Reid…

By Bruce G. Draper
Bear, JohnHoddle, RobertReid familyReid, Agnes
Chapter 24Colonial Era (pre-1900)Federation EraInterwar PeriodPost-war EraUp the Creek - Early Days in the Arthurs Creek District

Hazelglen Hall

Established in 1896 on land donated by Richard Bassett at the intersection of Bannon’s Lane and Doctor’s Gully Road, the Hazelglen Hall served as a…

By Bruce G. Draper
Apted, GeorgeBassett, RichardChase, St. JohnClarke, Leslie W.
Colonial Era (pre-1900)Early SettlementCommunity Newsletter No. 19

Dr. Willliam Ronald of Yan Yean

Scottish-born physician Dr. William Ronald (1808–1882) established his practice at Yan Yean in 1842, serving as a vital medical presence for the pioneering families of…

By James Chester Draper
BurkeDick, Dr.Draper, BlancheDraper, Chester