100 Years Ago – 2 January 1926

Christmas traffic surged on the South Coast, with record beach visitors and local incidents highlighting community updates and tourist attractions.

100 Years Ago – 19 December 1925

Local businesses are being painted for Christmas, while community events include forming a Boy Scout Troop amid recent deaths.

100 Years Ago – 12 December 1925

Colt killed by suspected bullet; circus praised; pioneer W.R. Smith dies; shire boundary change considered; council elections held; theatre and…

100 Years Ago – 5 December 1925

In November, Eurobodalla Shire Council distributes wages to 66 men, while Mogo witnesses a tragic fatal fire involving an 88-year-old.

100 Years Ago – 28 November 1925

Housewives can now use ice chests again, Mrs. Rose passed away, new shops are being built, and events occurred at…

100 Years Ago – 21 November 1925

Messrs. Rupert and Mark Whelan were successful in obtaining their cheese making certificates at Bega dairy science school. The young…

100 Years Ago – 14 November 1925

ChatGPT said:

Elections underway; serious accident at Mullenderree; hotel upgrades; press veteran remembered; Narooma injuries confirmed; and a well-attended Bateman’s…

100 Years Ago – 7 November 1925

ChatGPT said:

Popular girl winner announced; students praised; Queen Street improved; two survive car crash; Narooma beats Nerrigundah; Bodalla hosts…

100 Years Ago – 31 October 1925

Action is now being taken against motorists whose cars do not bear the regulation number-plate – white lettering on a…

100 Years Ago – 24 October 1925

Eight tenders sought the 2-acre Church St. lease, with Mr. Louttit winning at £17 5s per year. Numerous community updates…

100 Years Ago – 17 October 1925

Mr. Needham and Mr. Martin completed the Post Office painting, while a whale was captured, weddings announced, and events held.

100 Years Ago – 10 October 1925

A deputation representing the residents of the Moruya district waited on the Shire Councillors on Wednesday morning and placed before…

100 Years Ago – 3 October 1925

Police enforce dog registration law; a car mishap occurs, new land subdivision at Moruya, and community news including a funeral…

100 Years Ago – 26 September 1925

A public meeting for forming a Swimming Club is scheduled, Aladin lamps popular for household illumination, and 77 acres of…

100 Years Ago – 19 September 1925

Construction of a telegraph line from Bodalla to Narooma begins soon; hospital ball very successful; valuable prizes in upciming Euchre…

100 Years Ago – 12 September 1925

The new cheese factory at Central Tilba has been completed, at a cost of £4500, and it is pronounced equal…

100 Years Ago – 29 August 1925

To augment the funds of the Hospital Ball, a euchre party and dance was held in the Mechanics’ Hall last…

100 Years Ago – 22 August 1925

A Gundary cottage fire endangered a family, saved by prompt rescue; uninsured losses severe, community raised funds to support victims.

100 Years Ago – 15 August 1925

Mining in this district at present is just at its lowest ebb. Francis’ Hill, Dwyer’s Creek, owned by G. Gordon…

100 Years Ago – 8 August 1925

Mr. C. Johnston has purchased the shop and two storied house in which he lives in Vulcan St. from Mr.…

100 Years Ago – 1 August 1925

Moruya Cheese Factory reported significant butter fat and cheese sales, while local developments and health issues impacted the community.

100 Years Ago – 25 July 1925

Fuller Bros. and Russ Collie, have opened a sawmill at Olsen’s Creek, on the Prince’s Highway between Tilba and Narooma.…

100 Years Ago – 18 July 1925

Mr. H. Ball, of Mullenderree, is the latest to have his name added to the list on the telephone exchange.…

100 Years Ago – 11 July 1925

A meeting for parents of a new Boy Scouts troop is scheduled, and turkeys were delivered. The steamer Bermagui was…

100 Years Ago – 4 July 1925

Mr. Ennis inspected Dorman and Long’s quarry progress; Dr. Cutler departs for Canberra; Mr. Carter recognized for his service.

100 Years Ago – 27 June 1925

Miss Dorothy Warren is engaged to Charles Marsden. The district faces flooding issues, water supply upgrades, and delays in necessary…

100 Years Ago – 20 June 1925

Mr. Bert Taylor has had the misfortune to lose one of his valuable draught horses. The animal was found with…

100 Years Ago – 13 June 1925

The Bermagui steamer remains trapped behind a retaining wall, necessitating its removal over the next two weeks. Recent floods have…

100 Years Ago – 30 May 1925

In May 1925, Moruya experienced a devastating flood, causing extensive damage, displacing families, and impacting local elections, with losses estimated…

100 Years Ago – 23 May 1925

Dr. H. M. Cutler has joined Dr. Dight as his junior partner, leaving his practice to Dr. McCreedie, which will…

100 Years Ago – 16 May 1925

The Moruya Co-op Dairy Co. won £5 for cheese at the Sydney Show. Mrs. G. Bishop will start eurythmics classes…