Rose Lorraine Holmes was born in Blayney, New South Wales, on the 1st of March 1940. In 1955, she moved to Concord, where she developed a deep appreciation for the community. Lorraine worked at the Concord Post Office, where she became a familiar and friendly face to many locals. She was an active member of…
Members of the City of Canada Bay Heritage Society were pleased to be invited to the opening of the new EM Lane Concordians’ Museum at Concord Hospital. The new museum replaces the older smaller Museum which closed during the Covid 19 pandemic. A large crowd gathered in the chapel to listen to a number of…
Trish Skehan is a longstanding member of the City of Canada Bay Heritage Society and has a keen interest in history. She has authored a number of books including the “Walkers of Yaralla” and “Frontline of the Pandemic: Australia 1919” that are for sale at the Museum. Trish’s latest book “The Secrets of ANZAC Ridge:…
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our most dedicated member, Lois Michel on Sunday 1st December, 2024. Lois had been the Secretary of the Concord Historical Society and then the Canada Bay Heritage Society since its inception in 1969. She was awarded the OAM for her service to the community….
The City of Canada Bay Heritage Society wishes all our members and readers a very Happy Christmas and New Year. We thank everyone who has supported the City of Canada Bay Heritage Society, volunteered at the Museum and at the open days at the Yaralla Estate and Rivendell. The work the Society does to; promote,…
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