A talk on the history of Parramatta River will be held on Sunday 26th October 2025 at the Ironbark Room at Strathfield Library. This is a free event presented by the Strathfield-Homebush District Historical Society with support of Strathfield Council. Everyone is welcome.
The afternoon will commence at 2pm with a yummy afternoon tea. Talk will finish around 4pm to 4.30pm. If you have a question, email: strathfieldhistory@gmail.com
‘Nowies, ferries and marine villas” A look at the Parramatta River as barrier, transport link, boundary and object of desire. We will explore tool-making, food gathering, early punts, ferries and elegant houses looking out on the water and the impact of a series of bridges linking the centre of Sydney with the North Shore in the 1880s.
Speakers: Chery Kemp, Heritage Adviser to Hunters Hill Council, and John Johnson, Canada Bay Local Studies Librarian
If you have any questions, email: strathfieldhistory@gmail.com
Click here to book a place at the talk. Please book as it really helps with the catering.
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