The Moruya Examiner was first published in November 1864, and continues to this day. It served as a vital source of local news and advertising for the community. Since 1998, the Moruya & District Historical Society have published weekly extracts and annual compilations as News from 100 Years Ago – read more
100 Years Ago – 24 July 1926
Nine stonemasons arrived in Moruya for quarry work. Meanwhile, community news includes achievements, a death, and a royal visit announcement.
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100 Years Ago – 17 July 1926
Mr. F. Jackson plans to reopen a garage, while new shops enhance local aesthetics; sadly, Master Cyril Henry passes away.
100 Years Ago – 10 July 1926
Mr. Flanagan’s family travels to Sydney; Bartletts return to Kiora; rare trees found; railway proposal discussed; dredges resume work.
100 Years Ago – 3 July 1926
The content discusses the impact of the new Workers’ Compensation Act on share farmers, a proposed statue of Sir Austin…
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100 Years Ago – 26 June 1926
The content discusses the impact of the new Workers’ Compensation Act on share farmers, a proposed statue of Sir Austin…
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100 Years Ago – 19 June 1926
We regret to report that late on Friday evening of last week, Mrs. J. Buckley, senr., had the misfortune to…
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100 Years Ago – 12 June 1926
Dormon Long and Co. offers varied work hours for quarry employees; notable local events include visits to Canberra, health discussions,…
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100 Years Ago – 5 June 1926
Ailing child, new Moruya paint venture, upcoming golf tournament, dredge progress, pioneer’s death, serious bush accident, and AMUSU Theatre’s latest…
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100 Years Ago – 29 May 1926
Big fish caught off the rockss, tragic accident at Batemans Bay, cheese‑factory picnic, hospital fundraiser and AMUSU Theatre’s latest films…
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100 Years Ago – 22 May 1926
Coal strike halts dredge operations; village auction planned; postal note changes announced; notable local death; Amusu Theatre features new performances.
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100 Years Ago – 15 May 1926
Parrots are damaging cornfields, a new blacksmith shop opens, and seven families arrived from Scotland to commence work at the…
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100 Years Ago – 8 May 1926
Granite Town School will be built for 50 pupils; a veterans’ club formed; cattle auction held; and Mr. McIntosh passed…
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100 Years Ago – 1 May 1926
Granite Town School will be built for 50 pupils; a veterans’ club formed; cattle auction held; and Mr. McIntosh passed…
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100 Years Ago – 24 April 1926
A long-felt want in Moruya is being supplied by Mr. Alfred Heideman, who has opened a watchmaking and jewellery repair…
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100 Years Ago – 17 April 1926
Lost girl sparks major search; wedding celebrated; district pioneer dies; quarry accident inquiry finds worker fatally injured.
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100 Years Ago – 10 April 1926
University proposal raised; cyclist dangers noted; quarterly vital statistics issued; Canberra motor trip reported; football club formed; home improved; quarry…
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100 Years Ago – 3 April 1926
Barty Turner lands huge jewfish; diverse migrants arrive; new garage underway; local moves noted; town improvements planned; cheese award; Granitetown…
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100 Years Ago – 27 March 1926
The untimely death of Rev McKay, H J Thoson auctions land at Mulleneree and grateful quarryman.
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100 Years Ago – 13 March 1926
Tuross Head offers excellent camping amenities, while Moruya faces neglect in public infrastructure. A local figure, Mr. James Donovan, recently…
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100 Years Ago – 6 March 1926
Mr. Bate addresses school improvements, diphtheria cases rise, fire devastates Nerrigundah, and community efforts to aid affected families.
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100 Years Ago – 27 February 1926
Jack Watson qualifies for Sydney Technical High; respected elder dies; Moruya Show succeeds; many prizes awarded; theatre program and community…
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100 Years Ago – 20 February 1926
Heat creating records, bush fires at Nerrigundah and Moggendoura, rain badly needed, commencement of work on the Tuross River bridge…
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100 Years Ago – 13 February 1926
Mr. W. Jermyn has been appointed inspector of barber’s shops throughout the Shire. Successful in the recent examinations were Joyce…
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100 Years Ago – 6 February 1926
Our Shire President, Mr. T. Flood, and party, had a splendid time among the finny tribe at Bingie last Friday.…
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100 Years Ago – 30 January 1926
Mr. Louttit received a medal for his participation in the 1924 British Empire Exhibition, highlighting local achievements and community news.
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100 Years Ago – 23 January 1926
Mr. Hellams mourns his wife’s death, while local tourist spots thrive; community events highlight residents’ connections and farewells.
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100 Years Ago – 16 January 1926
Explosives used for road repairs, Constable Mair recovers from an accident, and community events highlight local activities in Nerrigundah.
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100 Years Ago – 9 January 1926
The Eight Hours Act enforces a 44-hour work week; a tragic drowning occurred, and local statistics and community events were…
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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.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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100 Years Ago – 14 November 1925
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Elections underway; serious accident at Mullenderree; hotel upgrades; press veteran remembered; Narooma injuries confirmed; and a well-attended Bateman’s…
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100 Years Ago – 7 November 1925
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Popular girl winner announced; students praised; Queen Street improved; two survive car crash; Narooma beats Nerrigundah; Bodalla hosts…
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