Mount Elephant / Tjerrinallum A History of the Derrinallum and Darlington District |
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Author:
| McGregor, Pamela Oaten, Lynton |
Consultant Editor:
| Oaten, Ebony |
ISBN: | 978-1-922486-23-3 |
Publication Date: | Mar 2024 |
Publisher: | Ebony McKenna
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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A History of the Derrinallum and Darlington District, written and researched by Pamela McGregor and Lynton Oaten.This second edition is a long-awaited update to their much-loved 1985 publication, written to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the declaration of the state of Victoria. This second edition has a deeper understanding of the region, including how First Nations people lived with the land for thousands of generations.Pamela McGregor was born and spent her childhood in...
More DescriptionA History of the Derrinallum and Darlington District, written and researched by Pamela McGregor and Lynton Oaten.This second edition is a long-awaited update to their much-loved 1985 publication, written to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the declaration of the state of Victoria. This second edition has a deeper understanding of the region, including how First Nations people lived with the land for thousands of generations.Pamela McGregor was born and spent her childhood in Camperdown, then lived in the Derrinallum district for many years, developing a strong bond with the region through teaching in local schools. Lynton Oaten was appointed to teach at Derrinallum High School in 1966 and became instantly fascinated with the history of the region. He has maintained lifelong connections with many people in the district.