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SHORT ON TREES, BIG ON STORY.

Authors :
HIGGINS, MATTHEW
Source :
Australian Geographic. Jan/Feb2024, Issue 178, p38-40. 3p. 3 Color Photographs, 1 Map, 1 Cartoon or Caricature.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on the historical richness of Long Plain in Kosciuszko National Park, exploring its cultural significance for the Walgalu people and diverse European history, including gold mining and summer grazing. Topics discussed such as the rumored gold stash of miner Joseph York, the use of water races for gold mining in the 1930s, and the social importance of the Rules Point Hotel as a venue for annual sports events.

Subjects

Subjects :
*PUBLIC use of national parks

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08161658
Issue :
178
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Australian Geographic
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
174151695