Looking Back with the Bunyip

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 30th March 2022

150 years ago, The Bunyip reported on a violent incident involving children and guns, 100 years ago the remarkable service of a local “Financial Secretary” was honoured, 50 years ago the new student council at Gawler High was making news, 25 years ago local social problems were causing concern, and 10 years ago the trains were about to start running again.

The Gawler Now and Then image is of Trevu House, 1960

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 16th March 2022

150 years ago a local man was found severely injured 100 years ago Freeling councillors were calling for a better water supply, 50 years ago soccer was coming to Gawler, 25 years ago corellas were being a nuisance and 10 years ago a local woman was fundraising for Cancer.  

The Gawler Now and Then image is of The Commonwealth Bank Gawler circa 1948

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

Opening and closing music taken from A Tribute to Robbie Burns by Dougie Mathieson and Mags Macfarlanehttps://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 Boon from Wednesday 9th March 2022

150 years ago the state of the wheat crops was generating interest, 100 years ago the a new record was set for attendance at Gawler High, 50 years ago a lack of air conditioning was causing concern, 25 years ago the Bunyip reported on a remarkable personal achievement and 10 years ago the Men’s Shed was facing difficulties.

The Gawler Now and Then image is of The Song of Australia circa 1859

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 2nd March 2022

150 years ago The Bunyip featured a story about the dissolution of a business partnership, 100 years ago the residents of Cockatoo Valley were about to be connected to the local telephone exchange, 50 years ago a Trotting event was making news, 25 years ago the Bunyip reported on the start of Vintage and 10 years ago the Bunyip was making news.

The Gawler Now and Then image is of The Old Spot Hotel, Circa 1926

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 23rd February 2022

• 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a fatal accident involving a horse,
• 100 years ago local punters were gathering for the Catholic Races,
• 50 years ago Muno Para council were requesting city status,
• 25 years ago a noteworthy local poet as making news and
• 10 years ago a local businesses were protesting about an increase in rates.  

The Gawler Now and Then image is of the Gawler RAAF Airfield 1945

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 16th February 2022

• 150 years ago a story about an extraordinary recovery from snakebite was featured ,
• 100 years ago a spate of bushfires was raising concern,
• 50 years ago the demolition of a history premises make news,
• 25 years ago a local couple were expressing gratitude to the CFS for saving their house and
• 10 years ago a local development plan was remarked upon.  

The Gawler Now and Then image is of the Gawler Show circa 1904

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 9th February 2022

• 150 years ago the Bunyip featured a local Hoax,
• 100 years ago the Bunyip reported on the construction of a locomotive engine,
• 50 years ago there was concern about footballers’ homework,
• 25 years ago work on Hewett school was beginning and
• 10 years ago the paper reported that the King Street Bridge was about to be demolished in preparation for the electrification of the Gawler Rail line.

The Gawler Then and Now image is of Ames Hardware store 1998

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 2nd February 2022

• 150 years ago the Bunyip reported on a missing person,
• 100 years ago lost boy scouts made news,
• 50 years ago the danger of bee stings was featured,
• 25 years ago a local campaigner was successful and
• 10 years ago local youths were fighting to get a new skate park.

The Gawler Then and Now image is of the Gawler Bowling Club circa 1907

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 26th January 2022

• 150 years ago Dr Schomburgk received a well-deserved honour,
• 100 years ago the paper reported on a new threshing machine,
• 50 years ago concerns about bushfire danger were in the news
• 25 years ago Dr Eastick was honoured and
• 10 years ago recognition was given to a worthy local citizen.

The Gawler Then and Now image shows a CWA Anniversary,

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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 Boon from Wednesday 19th January 2022

• 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a case of fraudulent possession,
• 100 years ago the funeral of a local resident was covered
• 50 years ago the death of a stunt driver make news,
• 25 years ago an “unsung hero” received an award and
• 10 years ago Kudla residents were campaigning for change.

 Kay and Janette also discussed the Gawler Then and Now image. This week the photo is taken from Pioneer Park.

For more about Gawler’s history and a wonderful collection of images go to https://gawlerhistory.com/Main_Page

Read more local news at the Bunyip Website here https://bunyippress.com.au/

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