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Untold History PremiumDiggers ushered a tiny territory into an independent nation

“We were standing on the deck and you could see smoke rising everywhere. All the major government buildings were destroyed.”

Malcolm Quekett

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The golden years of Perth pub music

For that generation it was a special time, and the memories of music, bands and venues are strong.

Malcolm Quekett

LOCAL HISTORYPremiumAlbany’s past under the spotlight in history event

Local history buffs can learn about what went into making their town, at an event exploring different aspects of Albany’s history set to take place later this month.

Melissa Sheil

Untold History PremiumHenry Lawson’s WA days living in a camp

What is little known is that Henry Lawson lived in WA in two visits as his views were honed and he was at his most productive

Malcolm Quekett

Donnelly River MillPremiumHuge exhibition of Elizabeth Blair Barber’s paintings.

Artist Elizabeth Blair Barber: A Life Amongst Artists is exhibiting in West Perth showcasing paintings of life at the old Donnelly River mill during 1960s to 1980s.

Anjelica Smilovitis

Untold History PremiumNew light shines on work of trailblazing WA artist

Work of a trailblazing artist which shows WA over eight decades comes to light

Malcolm Quekett

Family historyPremiumEx-Donnelly River residents record timber mill stories

Friends of Donnelly Village volunteers are dedicated to collecting stories about ex-residents of the timber town from 1949 to 1978 to provide an “anchor” for future generations to know their past.

Anjelica Smilovitis

Untold historyPremiumUnnamed soldier’s return ticket destined never to be used

“A young man purchased this railway ticket with every expectation he was going off to war, (but) he bought a return ticket and he thought he was coming home.”

Rebecca Parish

Untold storiesPremiumProject reveals untold stories of volunteers in Bridgetown

A new project is sharing the untold stories of volunteers in Bridgetown from the past and present in a bid to inspire people to give back to their community. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

Untold History PremiumA clothes line and flower bed helped bring WA Olympic gold

Due to his almost front-on run-up using his eastern cut-off style, Winter could move his approach around to find the firmest take-off point.

Malcolm Quekett

Untold History PremiumGold rushes to ghostly stories at the mint

Towns sprang into life almost overnight. Buildings went up almost as fast as new shafts went down in the ‘Golden West’.

Malcolm Quekett

History on canvasDonnelly River Village art exhibition tells town history

The Friends of Donnelly River Village presented a collection of stories about the town’s history in an exhibition on the weekend.

Anjelica Smilovitis

CWA CentenaryCWA’s history tells the tales of the town

The Manjimup CWA has been a part of the town’s history for more than 90 years, with some of its traditions still true today.

Anjelica Smilovitis

War heroesPremiumFirst World War nurse became a midwife in South West

First World War nurse lived in Manjimup and Bridgetown

Anjelica Smilovitis

Untold History CommentsPremiumAviation legend had one trip that put nation on edge

With his dashing good looks, flying helmet, goggles and daring deeds, Charles Kingsford Smith was a superstar of his time.

Malcolm Quekett

Timber MillPremiumDonnelly River Village stories from three perspectives 

Australian Heritage Festival

Anjelica Smilovitis

Uncover family historyPremiumUncover stories which shaped the family lineage

Who am I?

Anjelica Smilovitis

Untold History CommentsPremiumFearless forest workers carved their place into history

There he was. Legendary timber worker and axeman Dick Sproge. Standing high in the branches of a giant karri tree. Axe in hand. Not a sign of a harness or protective gear. Ready to work.

Malcolm Quekett

Untold History PremiumWA reporter who saw some of history’s great moments

Born in a little Goldfields town, Ronald Monson travelled the world to report on the grand sweep of modern history

Malcolm Quekett

Untold History PremiumDigger answered the call in both WWI and WWII

The phrase ‘answered the call of duty’ fits perfectly the description of Broomehill farmer Zebulun Green. He donned the uniform in World War I and World War II.

Malcolm Quekett

Untold History PremiumThe heartwarming story of local identities Cobber and Kate

They made light of their setbacks, forged their own paths and also found the time and kindness of spirit to extend their own hand to help others

Malcolm Quekett

Untold History CommentsHow a Russian aristocrat fled the Bolsheviks and came to WA

The Russian countess who came to WA after witnessing the end of Imperial Russia

Malcolm Quekett

DefenceCommentsPremiumWorld War II veteran ‘Peggy’, 98, takes Irwin Barracks tour

World War II veteran Margaret ‘Peggy’ Martin, who drove troop trucks during her service, was invited to the army’s Irwin Barracks to look over some of the 13th Combat Service Support Battalion’s vehicles.

Malcolm Quekett

Untold historyCommentsPremiumHow Italian-born Vince became a celebrated WA butcher

It was the start of a life in Perth which saw Vince grapple with poverty and strange and at times frightening new ways, people and surrounds. Yet through hard work, good manners and strong values, he thrived.

Malcolm Quekett