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Our 22nd Historical Chronicle has just been published!
It is a 72-page A4 printed and bound booklet that is available for purchase.
Head across to the "Chronicles" heading to find out what's inside...
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Oakwood Map
Here’s a hand-drawn map of the Oakwood / Stinking Bay area. Compiled from memories and recollections from older residents, it accompanies the article in Chronicle #17 on Pages 39-40. Note that North is to the bottom of the map!
‘Just Like Granny Made…’ Cookery Competition
Bake, decorate and present a plate of four different heritage goodies (e.g. jam drop, lamington, scone, slice, butterfly cake, jellycake). Add a family recipe for each goodie, and enter our competition.
Entries will be displayed at the Historical Society’s "It’s Never Done -130 Years of Women’s Work" – Exhibition at the Taranna Church Museum, (next to Federation Chocolate, South St Taranna) on the 3rd & 4th May 2013.
PRIZES:
The winner of each category (junior, intermediate, open) will receive a $25.00 cash prize and recognition in local media.
JUDGING:
Entries will be judged on taste, appeal and presentation. The judge’s decision is final.
KEY DATES:
Competition closes: 10.00 am Thursday 2nd May 2013
Exhibition: Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th May 2013
Sadly Passing of…
The TPHS would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of lifetime Society member Maurice Hallam, a great friend and champion of local history. He will be sadly missed.