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Sad ending for missing children from Daylesford
A day of chasing wild goats ends in tragedy.

Samantha Elley
Feb 7, 20232 min read


He showed her his love until the day he died
George mourned Annie for the rest of his life.

Samantha Elley
Jan 31, 20232 min read


Her family history became a literary classic
She knew how to tell a story.

Samantha Elley
Jan 24, 20232 min read


His landholdings were bigger than England
Australia's own cow boy was a generous man.

Samantha Elley
Jan 17, 20232 min read


Father gunned down by notorious bushranger
At 13 years old she lost her father.

Samantha Elley
Jan 10, 20232 min read


Christmas Day passing after losing wife
He made Christmas lunch memorable for his friends.

Samantha Elley
Dec 20, 20222 min read


Ominous messages from lost trawler
Despite his misgivings, Harold Dannevig boarded the fateful Endeavour.

Samantha Elley
Dec 13, 20222 min read


Mr Bean goes to war
Australia's greatest historian was also known for his bravery under fire.

Samantha Elley
Nov 29, 20224 min read


Three generations become flood victims
An horrific night for Kyogle residents

Samantha Elley
Nov 22, 20222 min read


Domestic violence leads to hanging
Two lives cut short in lovers tragedy.

Samantha Elley
Nov 15, 20222 min read


Heroic attempted rescue results in tragedy
He had a bright future ahead of him until he became a hero.

Samantha Elley
Nov 1, 20222 min read


Ringbarking, floods and bushrangers - all in a life's work
Bland pioneer led an interesting life.

Samantha Elley
Oct 25, 20223 min read


Ricketty Dick: the face of Rose Bay
His image was forever cast on a commemorative medallion.

Samantha Elley
Oct 18, 20222 min read


'Don't be a fool! Drive on!'
An evening out turns to tragedy for elderly couple.

Samantha Elley
Oct 11, 20222 min read


A man of many disguises
A boxer and rower who had a penchant for catching crooks

Samantha Elley
Sep 27, 20222 min read


He made mango wine that could "kill at a hundred yards"
Magnetic Island's pioneer knew his fruit.

Samantha Elley
Sep 20, 20222 min read


"The living symbol of the typical Australian"
Don't mistake him for a Kiwi, as he is a flamin' Aussie.

Samantha Elley
Sep 6, 20223 min read


Ground-breaker in the medical world
She worked hard to reduce the incidences of maternal deaths.

Samantha Elley
Aug 30, 20222 min read


An update on our flood experience
Six months ago our little family had to leave our home of 13 years in a hurry, as flood waters from one of Australia's most devastating...

Samantha Elley
Aug 23, 20222 min read


Good man's death leaves a legacy
Donald Mackay was an anti-drug campaigner, who stood up to evil men.

Samantha Elley
Aug 16, 20223 min read
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