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THE MILLSTONE Kurrajong Vol 8 Issue 3 May – June 2010 THE MILLSTONE Kurrajong – Comleroy Historical Society Newsletter The Kurrajong – Comleroy Historical Society is dedicated to researching, recording, preserving and promoting the growth of interest in the history of the Kurrajong district, the area west of the Hawkesbury River bounded by Bilpin and the Grose and Colo rivers Kurrajong Community Centre opening kathie McMahon 3 The Macquarie portraits Ron Rozzoli has written a very interesting article regarding the portraitsthis which areissue 'supposedly' of Lachlan Macquarie. It is a very con- tentious subject and one which will soon see further research 5 Os Upton's war record Some details from Oswald Oakville Upton's war record. He was one of Sloper's seven children and he spent just under three years in the services. His experiences were typ- Photo: Chris Upton ical of many fellow servicemen he Kurrajong Community Centre's official opening and community celebration 6 Kurt's Estate was held on Sunday, 28 February at McMahon Park. The weather could not have Excerpts from an article published Tbeen better and those gathered to celebrate the opening had a very rewarding day. in Hobart's The Mercury in August The day's activities were arranged by the Hawkesbury City Council under the 1886 regarding very questionable very capable hands of Esther Perry and her colleagues. Funds for the upgrade had land developments, in particular been generated by Section 94 contributions plus a substantial grant from the federal one in our neighbourhood government. The opening ceremony was very well attended by representatives of the aboriginal 7 From the archives Dharug people, political parties, councillors and local community groups. Proceed- Two photos of local identities from ings got under way with the traditional aboriginal Smoking Ceremony, carried out the archives. One is of Gordon by descendants of the Birrabrewongal clan of the Dharug people. Andrews, who married Margaret Mayor Bart Bassett of Hawkesbury City Council officially opened the Community Robinson, with a particularly pho- Centre and thanked the many groups involved for their participation in this project. togenic animal, and the other is of He also mentioned; "The extension will allow Hawkesbury Community Outreach Billy Tom, also known as George Services to provide their services to community members from a permanent base." the Trooper, who worked on local Also, "Other organisations to benefit from these extensions include local schools, properties in the early 1900s Little Athletics, soccer groups, play groups and before and after school care groups." Kathie McMahon, the granddaughter of James Edward McMahon, then gave a 8 Dates for your diary talk on the history of the park. The park was renamed on 29 March 1947 in James' Final reminders for the tour of Old honour, the longest standing councillor of the Colo shire (1906 – 1941). Government House at Parramatta After the opening ceremony people were invited to look at the various displays in on 12 May and the general meet- the hall. Many community groups were represented including Kurrajong Comleroy ing at Deerubbin Centre, Windsor Historical Society, Kurrajong Community Forum, Wires, OMNI and a yoga group. on 24 May The KCHS had an outstanding display of photographs taken over the years at McMahon Park including the peace celebrations in 1919, the opening of the park New Members in 1947, the plaque proposed for Cecil Shepherd who was honourable caretaker for many years, family reunions and sporting activities. A table with KCHS books for The Society would like to sale and information on our society was also set up. welcome the following The invited guests were treated to a delicious afternoon tea and a sausage sizzle was new member partaken of with relish. There were many stalls, children’s games and athletic events all which made the day very enjoyable for everyone who took advantage of the early Gwenneth power autumn weather. james power The celebration provided a chance for the local community to not only be present suzanne smith at the opening day's activities but to better understand the benefits which wlll be • gained from the new extensions and upgrades. www.kurrajonghistory.org.au The Millstone May – June 2010 www.kurrajonghistory.org.au President’s Corner ince the last issue of The Millstone Valerie and I have been The March general meeting was held at St David’s Church, busy with preparations and events relating to the Macquarie Kurrajong Heights on Monday, 22 March with an attendance S2010 celebrations. We represented the Society at a ceremony to of thirty-three members and guests. The meeting was chaired mark the handing over of $1,200 from the NSW Minister of by Steve Rawling as our Vice President was on holidays. I had Police to St Matthew’s Windsor. These funds are to be used to the pleasure of being the guest speaker for the night. The topic restore the tomb of Andrew Thompson who was a constable was: ‘The Colony pre–Macquarie’ and dealt with the reasons at Green Hills (Windsor circa 1804), and was later appointed for the establishment of the colony with some information on the magistrate at Hawkesbury. He died in 1810 having never the achievements and difficulties of the first four Governors. recovered from his efforts in saving settlers from the Hawkes- The aim was to provide a background to the arrival of Gover- bury floods. Another person remembered on the day was Con- nor Macquarie. stable Green who was murdered a few years later and is also I would like to acknowledge some generous donations. We interred in St Matthew’s cemetery. John Miller of Windsor have received $1000 from the North Richmond Community and Hawkesbury Historical Society was primarily responsible Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank towards the cost of production in having these two courageous pioneers remembered and for of a book and $1,000 from Hawkesbury City Council to assist marshalling support and funds for restoration. with the schools re-enactment on 3 December 2010. We have The Vice President and Secretary attended a workshop been given a painting: ‘An Artist’s impression of Singleton’s conducted by Hawkesbury City Council aimed at helping or- Mill on Little Wheeny Creek’. This fine painting is the work ganisations plan for events. Under Pat O'Toole's leadership the of local artist, Fay Edwards of Comleroy Road. All who have schools sub-committee has been busy. At this stage eight local seen the painting are impressed at the quality and realistic por- primary schools have indicated their interest in attending this trayal of this historic site. Philip Peck has given the Society a re-enactment. We have received some donations to help offset panoramic photo of Kurrajong Heights circa 1926, which Air- the cost of this event and hope that more will become available. drie Martin has had laminated. It shows the incredible chang- If you would like to help, please contact the Secretary or the es in the landscape since that time. Airdrie and Peter Martin Treasurer. have donated a book: ‘Air Base Richmond’ by Derek Rowland. Led by Jenny Griffiths the sub–committee planning the This gives the story of the base from its inception. We are most coach tour retracing Macquarie’s journey to the ‘Kurry Jung’ grateful for all of these gifts and thank the donors. has completed its research and the commentary is now being Due to health reasons Joy Shepherd will unfortunately be finalised. This August tour is fully booked and a waiting–list unable to continue as our bookkeeper. Thank you Joy, we ap- has been established in case of late drop outs. Our visit to Old preciate your efforts in carrying on as our bookkeeper despite Government House at Parramatta on 12 May is also fully many family difficulties. booked with a waiting–list building. Bookings for the annual dinner at Sassafras Creek Restaurant are also filling fast. In relation to the December formal dinner at Loxley on Kurrajong – Comleroy Bellbird Hill preliminary planning discussions have been held Historical Society Incorporated with Paul Maher. The Richmond Players have taken part in PO Box 174 Kurmond NSW 2757 the first rehearsals for the historical presentation to be per- www.kurrajonghistory.org.au formed that evening. We are still awaiting confirmation of the attendance of the NSW Governor, Professor Marie Bashir AC • CVO. If you haven’t already done so, contact the Secretary to COMMITTEE confirm your place as bookings are approaching capacity and President Frank Holland will be allocated in order of receipt. Vice President Airdrie Martin The Family History Group under the leadership of Caro- lynne Cooper has been busy researching the early settler fami- Secretary Valerie Holland lies of the district and has plans for the publication of a number Treasurer Lorna (Peggy) McCarr-Israel of books. At the opening of Kurrajong Community Centre the Committee Members Carolynne Cooper, Paul group assisted Kathie McMahon who represented the Society Hulbert, Patricia O'Toole, and her family with a professional display of early history and Steve Rawling AM, Carol photos. The Book Committee is progressing with its second publica- Roberts tion following the success of ‘Glimpses of the Kurrajong’. The Accessions/Librarian Valerie Birch first publication is now sold out. Millstone Editor Chris Upton On 17 March I was invited to attend a morning tea for the Bowen Mountain Association and to make a presentation on Webmaster Greg Upton Governor Macquarie. We were made to feel very welcome at Bookkeeper Christopher Veitch this meeting where about twenty-five members of their asso- Grants Garth Smith ciation were in attendance. It was good to have been able to Projects Paul Hulbert establish another link to the Bowen Mountain area for there is Awards Airdrie Martin more history to be found and recorded around the mountain.
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