Blue Plaques
May Gibbs
May Gibbs (1877–1969) is one of Australia’s best-known children’s authors and illustrators, rememembered for her gumnut babies and banksia men.
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Ethel Turner
Celebrated author Ethel Turner (1870–1958) wrote the classic children’s book, Seven Little Australians.
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Arthur Bryant Triggs
Arthur Bryant Triggs (1868–1936) was a successful Australian pastoralist and collector who lived in Yass.
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Elizabeth Jane (Bessie) Robinson
Elizabeth Jane (‘Bessie’) Robinson was a businesswoman who drove the development of the central west town of Canowindra and advocated for quality public education.
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Betro Abicare (Abikhair)
Betro Abicare (C1870–1938) was a Lebanese immigrant, builder and entrepreneur who made a major contribution to the development of Albury’s commercial centre.
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The Camden Red Cross sewing circles
The Camden wartime sewing circles played a vital role on the home front during the First and Second World Wars.
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Caroline Chisholm
Caroline Chisholm (1808–1877) was a pioneering humanitarian who fought to improve conditions for immigrant women and families.
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David Lennox
David Lennox (1788–1873) was a bridge-builder and master stonemason who designed and oversaw the construction of bridges and public works projects across NSW.
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Dr Charles Perkins
Dr Charles Perkins (1936–2000) dedicated his life to the cause of civil rights for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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Dr Mark Lidwill
Medical pioneer Dr Mark Lidwill (1878–1968) invented the world’s first cardiac pacemaker, which has saved innumerable lives.
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Duke Kahanamoku
Duke Kahanamoku (1890–1968) was a champion Hawaiian swimmer and surfer who helped to popularise surfing in Australia.
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Father Thomas Dunlea
Father Thomas Dunlea (1894–1970) was an Irish-Australian Catholic priest who established Boys’ Town, a permanent shelter for homeless boys.
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