Georges River Libraries Local Studies
A collection of research, articles and oral histories from the Georges River Libraries Local Studies Collection.
Georges River Libraries, in collaboration with Kogarah Community Services, conducted a “Loving Local Living” Historical Walk on Tuesday 16th July. It was a beautiful sunny day and an interesting and informative morning was enjoyed by all. During the walk, historical photos of each site along the route were shown by the Georges River Libraries Local... Continue Reading →
No man had ever fallen further and lived - but you'll never guess where John Thomas Williams landed!
Women were allowed to stand for municipal council from 1918 onwards. Mrs Jessie Janet Saltwell was one of only two women in NSW who stood for election in the municipal council elections of 1920. She stood for Peakhurst Ward. It had been predicted that she would poll fairly well, but in the event, she polled... Continue Reading →
Georges River Libraries Local Studies 
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