HERITA HERITAGE FESTIVAL - NSW

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Adults $20 (includes afternoon tea and APV admission) /
Children $10 (under 12 - includes ice cream sundae and APV
admission).
Bookings Essential: 02 4577 3842
Hawkesbury Regional Museum
Mighty Mushrooms: the history of the Australian Mushroom
Growers Association
Hawkesbury Regional Museum, 8 Baker Street
The exhibition charts the progress of the industry from its
early days, when mushrooms were grown in disused railway
tunnels, through the post-war years and the contribution of socalled
‘displaced persons’, to the technological advancements
made in the 1970s and the huge increase in consumption
following the promotion of mushrooms in women’s magazines,
newspaper columns and TV cooking shows. Display includes
growing equipment such as a compost-ridging machine and
shelf growing system, as well as photographs, merchandise
and documentary footage. Closed Tuesdays, except for
booked groups by prior arrangement.
14 - 29 April 10am - 4pm
Free
Repair and Restoration Committee St. Matthews
Open House and Devonshire Tea
74 The Terrace,
74 The Terrace was built in 1864. The cottage retains many
original Victorian features and retains the original fence of
cast and wrought iron inside and retains unspoiled cedar
woodwork, including an unusual set of bi-fold doors. Victorian
fire places abound with either cedar or marble surrounds,
three ceiling and the ventilation vents are of “art nouveau”.
Funds raised from the afternoon support the repair and
restoration of St. Matthews Anglican Church (Bell Tower
re-roofing). This is the first time in over 25 years since this
house was available for viewing. Wear sensible shoes. Ample
parking in close vicinity.
Sun 15 April 2pm
$15 including Devonshire Tea
Bookings Essential: 02 4577 6677
WISEMANS FERRY
National Parks & Wildlife Service
Discover the Remarkable Convict History of Wisemans Ferry
Wisemans Ferry
Join us to learn about the incredibly tough conditions and
hardship the road gang convicts in early 1800’s endured. We
visit 2 very different sites as we step back in time listening
to stories of suffering, adventure and humour. We visit the
Wisemans Ferry historic “Stockade” which accommodated
the convicts building the now World Heritage listed Old
Great North Road. We will then visit “Devines Hill” to see the
incredible workmanship of the convicts and the dramatic
“Hangman’s Rock”. Limited places available. Please book by
12noon Friday 27 April 2012.
Sun 29 April 10am - 2.30pm
Bookings Essential: 02 4320 4205
WOLLI CREEK
Australand Holdings Ltd
Discovery Point’s Heritage
Tempe House, Brodie Spark Drive
The open weekend for Tempe House and St Magdalene’s
Chapel will showcase the two buildings in their restored state.
There will also be a cafe onsite serving coffee, tea, cold drinks
and traditional high tea fare. A gold coin donation would be
appreciated but not compulsory. St George Historical Society
will be conducting talks and tours of the properties during the
weekend. For those who would like to enjoy the surroundings
there is also a 2 acre park adjoining the properties. These
classic heritage properties will be open on Saturday and
Sunday between 10am and 4pm.
28 & 29 April 10am - 4pm
Free
Enquiries: 13 10 25
ZETLAND
City of Sydney
Horses for Courses: A Sure Bet - The Heritage of the Tote
Building& Victoria Park Racecourse
Green Square Library & Customer Service Centre, Tote
Building, 100 Joynton Ave
James Joynton Smith drained Waterloo Swamp to create
Zetland’s Victoria Park racecourse. Opened in January 1908,
the track boasted the most modern facilities, first course in
Australia to provide ‘ladies retiring rooms’, and sophisticated
betting systems developed by the “Tote” Board. In 1944,
Victoria Park racecourse was closed and redeveloped for car
manufacturing. The end of an era… Come and hear about
a significant part in Australian sporting history. Wheelchair
access available. Light refreshments provided.
Thurs 19 April 6pm - 7pm
Free
Bookings Essential: 02 9288 5010