Arthur Towers
Arthur Towers was born in Korumburra and subsequently moved to Longwarry to work in John Freeman’s sawmill. He enlisted in the Army on the 15th. of July 1915 and he… Continue Reading»
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Longwarry Mural Unveiled
There has been a welcomed addition to the well-maintained Longwarry Memorial Park in Bennett Street, with a mural commissioned by our Group The mural has been painted on the wall… Continue Reading»
Nurse Mary Alice Sherriff
Mary Sherriff was born on April 6th. 1890 in Longwarry, Mary was working at the Warragul Hospital when she enlisted with The Australian Army Nursing Service (AANS) very early in… Continue Reading»
We Need Your Help
The Longwarry and District History Group need your help. The generous support of Soul Sisters and The Longwarry Football Netball Club has helped us continue our work. We are all… Continue Reading»
Zbigniew (Snowy) and Veronica Chmielewski
Australia has long been the destination for immigrants from all over the world, whether it was the gold rushes of the 1850’s or the rapid population growth of post second… Continue Reading»
Mary ‘Ma’ Bissett
We all know the very important role that midwives play in the birthing process today. They are tertiary educated, highly qualified and extremely important in supporting women as they give… Continue Reading»
Frederick Charles Pope DFC
Every ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day The Longwarry and District History Group research and publish the service story of one local man or woman who has served their country… Continue Reading»
Remembering Pte. Donald Bain – Military Medal
Donald Bain was born at Malvern in June of 1888. Before the outbreak of war in 1914 the family had moved to Longwarry where his father George Bain was the… Continue Reading»
Standing Tall and Proud for 100 Years – Part 2
As we approach the Centenary of the dedication of The Longwarry and District War Memorial on November 11th this year, we continue the story of its history and how it… Continue Reading»
100 Years And Still Proudly Standing Tall.
Remembrance Day this year will mark 100 years since The War Memorial was first dedicated to all District men and women who had enlisted to serve in the First World… Continue Reading»