Looking Back with the Bunyip

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 15th October 2025

150 years ago, The Bunyip covers the story of an unusual marriage, 100 years ago, Compulsory voting comes into play for first time, 50 years ago C.O.P.E., Catholic Education program is a success, 25 years ago there are calls to change the speed limit on Main North Road, and 10 years ago council considers new plans for pedestrian friendly precincts in 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

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 8th October 2025

150 years ago, First signs of summer not necessarily welcomed, 100 years ago, Clare Show is set to be a success, 50 years ago local Grocery Store shuts shop, 25 years ago, a 58 year old wedding gown is still treasured, and 10 years ago hot winds damage local crops.

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 October 2025

150 years ago, Metal roads or railroads: which is best?, 100 years ago, peach blossom fair held in Gawler south, 50 years ago $213,000 trotting extensions to be made to raceway, 25 years ago record swap meet held in Gawler, and 10 years ago hopes are raised for the electrification of the Gawler line.

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 24th September 2025

150 years ago, local fax growers suffer impact from the loss of a mill, 100 years ago, the district finally gets good rains, 50 years ago discussion about boundary changes, 25 years ago business is booming in the north, and 10 years ago a big win for the Donnybrooks.

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 September 2025

150 years ago, Smithfield residents host a visiting politician, 100 years ago, the Bunyip reports on a Margery Medal dilemma, 50 years ago Boundary reform under discussion, 25 years ago new community centre planned for Virginia, and 10 years ago funding is announced for the Norther connector project.

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 September 2025

150 years ago, a gift of novel items made to Gawler Museum, 100 years ago, Aussie film, “The Bushwackers” shown in Gawler, 50 years ago A new local bus service begins operation, 25 years ago first sod turned in new Woolworth’s development, and 10 years ago locals fear their homes will become “road kill” is council proposal is approved.

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  September 2025

150 years ago, a “handsome” bequest is made to St George’s church, 100 years ago, a concert at Roseworthy raises funds for an electric light,  50 years ago Evanston Park residents vote to join Gawler, 25 years ago, petrol hits a new high, topping $1.00 a litre, and 10 years ago Gawler Show is a success.

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 27th August 2025

150 years ago, road accidents on Murray st, 100 years ago, there is a rush on bowler hats,  50 years ago 12,000 attend Gawler Show, 25 years ago, record breaking crowds at show, and 10 years ago SES plans for 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

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 20th August 2025

150 years ago, A local publican fined for lack of light 100 years ago, remarkable driving feat by “lady driver” 50 years ago hopes are high for Gawler Show, 25 years ago, new industry promises to create 300 jobs in region, and 10 years ago local farmers welcome much needed rain.

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 13th August 2025

150 years ago, The new wall by the cemetery is considered a success, 100 years ago, A case of disputed identity is heard in court, 50 years ago Gawler councillor, Meredith Crome is first female President of Mid North Local Government Association  25 years ago, first Gawler New Age Fair sparks protest, and 10 years ago opportunist thieves strike in district.

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