Category: History
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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
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Sale Swing Bridge
Constructed between 1880 and 1883 the Sale Swing Bridge is located in Longford, Victoria, Australia (or 5km south of Sale). Not only does it hold the distinction of being the first movable bridge built in Victoria but is the oldest surviving swing bridge in Australia. Design and Construction of the Sale Swing Bridge Designed by… Read more