In the days of the goldrush, schooling was not free and not compulsory.
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’WINNING THE LOTTERY SHOCK’
The room was ‘abuzz’ this week with the tables being organised, chairs placed in position, cloths spread, boards etc ready for play and then it was onto the ‘Lottery Draw’.
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Baringhup: what’s in a name?
When first settlers came to this agricultural area in the early 1850s it was known as Bryant’s Crossing, as there is a ford over the Loddon River nearby. So why Baringhup? Some sources tell that signs were given by local Djaara people, which were interpreted as meaning the water (Loddon River) was flowing or ‘Bearing-up-hill’.…
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Maldon set for sale
Maldon set for sale. Reminder! Collect your coins for Maldon’s Townwide Garage Sale this Saturday 1 March from 8am. Buy a map from Maldon Neighbourhood Centre for $2 and travel around the town as residents sell their best trash and treasure. Queries to: Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Church Street or call 5475 2093.
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