Looking Back with the Bunyip

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 6th May 2026

150 years ago; Burton and Taylor’s circus visits town, 100 years ago; more street lighting required for winter, 50 years ago; record house sale makes news, 25 years ago cheap local petrol attracts motorists, 10 years ago; local wins sports championship.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 29th April 2026

150 years ago; James Martin employee presented with fine gift, 100 years ago; Autumn rains welcome, 50 years ago; Pet Rock price war in Gawler, 25 years ago local groups see end of 150 yr tradition, 10 years ago; Barossa business man to run for Wakefield.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 22nd April 2026

150 years ago; the Gawler Institute to get a long awaiting upgrade, 100 years ago; human remains found in Two Wells Lime Quarry, 50 years ago; Gawler High is short of classrooms, 25 years ago Local cricketer’s “Don” like achievement, 10 years ago; Questions asks about care of school children on day of Pinery Fire.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 14th April 2026

150 years ago; the Bunyip complains about Gawler gossip, 100 years ago; councillor calls for change to midday mail times, 50 years ago; a severe storm causes flash flooding at Two Wells, 25 years ago; Gawler guides raise funds by collecting corks, 10 years ago; Gawler Council’s Town Centre design framework report is out for discussion.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 8th April 2026

150 years ago; English mail delayed, 100 years ago; Ostrich racing draws the crowds, 50 years ago; Virginia Primary School holds first open night of year, 25 years ago; local property to host a new TV Series, 10 years ago; Wasley’s Post Office reopens. .

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 1st April 2026

150 years ago; A(nother) Circus visits Gawler, 100 years ago; less returning soldiers in need of support, 50 years ago; a nurses reunion is held in Adelaide, 25 years ago; a local dog shelter is threatened with closure, 10 years ago; Anzac Day celebrations to go ahead despite controversy. .

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 25th March 2026

150 years ago; Earthquake rocks Lyndoch, 100 years ago; local garage demonstrates a car wireless, 50 years ago; controls for horse-riders called for, 25 years ago; new parking to be created in Gawler, 10 years ago; petrol prices monitored.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 18th March 2026

150 years ago; A patron complaints about noise in the Institute, 100 years ago; concern about the rising price of milk, 50 years ago; warnings of increased drug use in district, 25 years ago; residents say no to dump proposal, 10 years ago; a local councillor is booted?? (maybe)

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 11th March 2026

150 years ago; Burton and Taylor’s Circus visits town, 100 years ago; Water shortage spreads towards Gawler, 50 years ago; A facelift proposed for the river bank, 25 years ago; concerns raised about development in Gawler. 10 years ago; prevention of family violence is focus of International Women’s Day.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 4th March 2026

150 years ago; Larrikins cause trouble, 100 years ago; Gawler visited by “distinguished lady motorist”, 50 years ago; Miss Rotary named, 25 years ago; land sold at Hamley Bridge. 10 years ago; Roseworthy plans opposed by Gawler Council.

For more information about Gawler Now and Then visit the Gawler history website, www.gawlerhistory.com

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlane

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dougie_Mathieson__Mags_Macfarlane/A_Tribute_to_Rabbie_Burns