La Perouse: A French Connection in Botany Bay
If you visit the southern part of Botany Bay, you might notice a suburb named La Perouse. This name has a history that dates back to the late 18th century, when a French explorer arrived in Australia shortly after the…
Garden Island: A Historic Naval Base in Sydney Harbour
Garden Island is a small island in Sydney Harbour that has been used for naval and defence purposes since the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788. It is now connected to the mainland by a causeway and is home…
North Sydney Library: A Place of Stories, Facts and History
If you are looking for a place to enjoy reading, learning and discovering, you might want to visit the North Sydney Library, also known as the Stanton Library. This library is one of the largest public libraries on Sydney’s lower…
Circular Quay: A Place of History, Culture, and Entertainment
Circular Quay is one of the most iconic and historic places in Sydney, Australia. It is a harbour, a public piazza, a tourism precinct, a heritage area, and a transport node. It is also the site of the first landing…
November 11: A Day of Remembrance
November 11 is a day of great significance in many parts of the world, marked by various names such as Remembrance Day, Armistice Day, and Veterans Day. It is a day to honor and remember those who have served and…
Can we consider the unique benefits that come with breeding brumbies?
It’s a question that invites us to think outside the box, to challenge our preconceived notions about what is possible and what is beneficial for our environment. Consider this: What other mode of transport can claim to use grass as…
A Journey Through Time: The Story of Fort Denison, Sydney
Introduction Fort Denison, a small island located in Sydney Harbour, is a place of historical significance and natural beauty. Once a penal site and defensive facility, it is now part of the Sydney Harbour National Park and serves as a…
A brief timeline of the history of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
1788: Before the arrival of Europeans in 1788, both sides of Sydney Harbour, where the Sydney Harbour Bridge would later be built, were the home of the Eora people. 1815: Convict and architect Francis Greenway suggested the construction of a…
A Journey Through Time: The History of Sydney
Sydney, the vibrant capital of New South Wales, Australia, boasts a rich and fascinating history that stretches back tens of thousands of years. This blog post will take you on a journey through time, exploring the key events and milestones…
The timeline of the famous Sydney Ferries
The timeline of Sydney Ferries: 1789: The First Fleet arrives, marking the beginning of ferry services in Sydney. The first ferry, The Rose Hill Packet (also known as “The Lump”), is built by convicts and powered by sail and oar….
