Ralph Bennett will talk about the hIstory of printing and his family background in this and related trades both in the United Kingdom and Australia. He will also refer to the Bennet's Printing and its history in Katoomba..
Bill Phippen will talk about the life of Kathleen M Butler who, for many years, worked along side the NSW government engineer, John Bradfield, as his Confidential Secretary. Bradfield is often called the Father of Modern Sydney because of his role in building the Sydney Harbour Bridge, railways and other major works. Butler worked closely […]
Paul Innes, a long term member of BMHS, will speak about the Pitt Family of Wentworth Falls. His talk will be illustrated by images from here in the Blue Mountains as well as from the Pitt Family's Original Home in England, which Paul visited in his most recent trip at the end of 2024.
John is a long term member of the Blue Mountains Historical Society. In this talk he will be sharing some of the interesting stories about the early history of Jenolan Caves. John has given several talks over recent years including the Catalina Raceway, our local Radio Station and the production of Australia's first talkie movie,"Showgirl's […]
Wal Walker will speak about the failure of governments, administrations and the judiciary to prevent or control the dispersal or violence against Aboriginal people, which he explores in his book, "The Squatters' Grab".
Greg North, a member of the Blue Mountains Historical Society, will talk about Banjo Paterson’s Boer War experiences as a special war correspondent for the Sydney Morning Herald, as well as outlining his links to Blackheath. Greg is currently working on a book to celebrate the 125 th anniversary of Paterson's Boer War lecture tour.
A member of the Blue Mountains Historical Society, Keith Painter, will speak to his recently published book, “Thirty Blue Mountains Lookouts ~ the views, the people, the stories”. Keith has authored many books about the Blue Mountains and surrounding areas. He promises that this new book, and his talk, will provide some interesting new and […]
