Category: History
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Edward Kenna VC Rest Area
Edward Kenna VC Rest Area The Edward Kenna VC Rest Area is a commemorative site located on the northbound side of the Hume Highway at Pheasants Nest in Wollondilly Shire, New South Wales, Australia. Established in August 2012, it honours Private Edward “Ted” Kenna VC, a distinguished Australian soldier awarded the Victoria Cross for his… Read more
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Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins
The Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins, located 1.5 kilometres from Adelong and just over 20 kilometres from Tumut in New South Wales, are a reminder of Australia’s gold mining heritage. This state-listed heritage site offers a glimpse into the 19th-century gold rush era and the ingenuity of early mining operations. Historical Overview Gold was first… Read more
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National Vietnam Veterans Museum
The National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) is located at 25 Veterans Drive, Newhaven, at Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia. Established in 1996 by Vietnam veteran John Methven, the museum was initially situated in San Remo (5km from where it is now). In 2007 it relocated to its current, more expansive location adjacent to the Phillip Island… Read more