Category: History
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Museum of Sydney
Museum of Sydney Located on Bridge St, not far from Circular Quay, the Museum of Sydney focuses on the history of the city with an emphasis on the impact white settlement had and still has on Aboriginal People. Getting There As with many attractions in Sydney, public transport is the easiest and cheapest way to… Read more
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Power Station Pump House Balmain
Power Station A Pump House Balmain Located on the shore of the Parramatta River, the Power Station Pump House previously housed the pumps used to pump cooling water to the Balmain Power Station. Ceasing operations in 1976 and demolished in 1998 this old coal-fired power station made way for an apartment complex. This heritage listed… Read more
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Carradah Park Sydney Australia
Carradah Park Sydney Australia History of the Site The BP refinery at Carradah Park in Waverton has a rich history that dates back several decades. Here is a brief overview of its historical significance: The refinery was established in 1926 by the Anglo-Persian Oil Company, which later became British Petroleum (BP). Its location in Waverton,… Read more