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The Porepunkah Hotel with a large
party about to depart - most likely to Mt Buffalo. This
building is on the site of the present day Porepunkah
Hotel. Full sized image: hotel2.jpg (60kb) |
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A weir on the river with a small
group on the edge. This weir was most likely built as
part of the extensive gold mining operations in the area. Full sized image: dam2.jpg (93kb) |
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A picnic party on the lower slopes
of Mt Buffalo. This group of local citizens are dressed
in their finery for this special occasion. Full sized image: picnic2.jpg (109kb) |
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One of the many swing bridges that
were once prevalent in the district. They provided access
over the Ovens and Buckland Rivers in all seasons. Full sized image: swing2.jpg (97kb) |
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A presentation being made, most
likely to Pearson Tewksbury. (Gentleman with his hands
behind his back and white hat) Tewksbury was responsible
for the introduction of dredge mining to the area. Full sized image: present2.jpg (101kb) |
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