Australia's Invisible History

Maria Ann Smith: The Sweetest Granny


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An orchardist, trader, midwife and mother, Maria Ann ‘Granny’ Smith was highly regarded in her community, as were her distinctive green apples. After her passing, her popular apple became famous around the globe. However, behind this well-known apple is a lesser-known message, for everyone who has ever felt discarded. 

Further Reading:
Ryde Government Website
Granny Smith Apple
Australian Food Timeline

You can find Paul Roe online at The Outback Historian

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