Looking Back with the Bunyip

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

150 years ago, Bumper fruit crop anticipated, 100 years ago, tourists to Gawler complain of lack of facilities, 50 years ago, Munno Para council fights to survive, 25 years ago, opening of international Gliding Championship in Gawler. 10 years ago, Tony Piccolo steps down from Cabinet.

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 7th January 2026

150 years ago, a gala picnic is enjoyed by all, 100 years ago, dangerous driving raises concerns, 50 years ago, Evanston residents wish to join Gawler, 25 years ago, local parents welcome Christmas Eve triplets. 10 years ago, concerns about Gawler’s inflated petrol prices.

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 17th December 2025

150 years ago, Gawler to get a fire brigade, 100 years ago, Parisian spring fashions generate some excitement, 50 years ago, Bank robbery in Lyndoch, 25 years ago, 8,000 attend Gawler Christmas Street Parade. 10 years ago, investigations continue into the cause of the 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 10th December 2025

150 years ago, a dangerous snake is killed in Gawler, 100 years ago, a one day heat waves is barely noticed, 50 years ago, Gawler Council to annexe Evanston, 25 years ago, 1st state cabinet meeting is held in Gawler. 10 years ago, Kapunda celebrates the deferred year 12 formal.

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 3rd December 2025

150 years ago, poor turnout for Gawler Council election, 100 years ago, the Memorial pipe organ is unveiled, 50 years ago, a time capsule is set in stone. 25 years ago, a 2,000th Birthday cake features in Gawler Pageant. 10 years ago, Pinary fire trauma.

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 19th November 2025

150 years ago, A news update on progress at the Lady Alice Mine, 100 years ago, New memorial hall for Gawler proposed, 50 years ago, Jubilee service is held to celebrate installation of Pipe organ. 25 years ago, Anti Poverty forum to be held in Gawler.10 years ago, Roseworthy development planned.

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 12th November 2025

150 years ago, Street watering is requested, 100 years ago, Australia’s first federal election with compulsory voting a week away. 50 years ago, Miss Gawler crowned at “glittering ball”. 25 years ago, new Aussie tv drama series to be filmed in region.10 years ago, Royal couple visit Barossa winery.

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 5th November 2025

150 years ago, there is a mishap with the mail, 100 years ago, Australia’s first federal election with compulsory voting. 50 years ago, Miss Gawler competition attracts much interest. 25 years ago, all ready for another Gawler Village Fair.10 years ago, local businessman seeks approval for Hotel plans.

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 October 2025

150 years ago, Report on mining operations at Humbug Scrub. 100 years ago, successful Carnival held in Gawler. 50 years ago, Milestone celebrated by local family business. 25 years ago, a cheeky time is had at a local picnic.10 years ago, first look at Gawler Connect Project plans.

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  October 2025

150 years ago, Report on progress at the Lady Alice Mine, 100 years ago, audacious thieves strike again, 50 years ago local bus service is a success, 25 years ago world gliding championships to be held in Gawler, and 10 years ago South Australian Premier visits Gawler.

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