Portland Downs Station

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  • Portland Downs Station Book Detail

  • Author : Ian Waples
  • Release Date : 2017-05-10
  • Publisher : Boolarong Press
  • Genre : History
  • Pages : 370
  • ISBN 13 : 0995410534
  • File Size : 52,52 MB

Portland Downs Station by Ian Waples PDF Summary

Book Description: The Portland Downs story begins with the granting of leases in 1865. Portland Downs Station, between Isisford and Ilfracombe in central-western Queensland, was one of the earliest runs (properties) to be settled in the Mitchell District. Conflicts with Aboriginals were infrequent, but they did occur. Daily life for the station community, with some 48 employees at its peak, and the station’s involvement with the wider community. Personal experiences are highlighted including that of a 14-year-old jackaroo who went on to become an Australian Government Minister. There is even a ghost story entwined in these pages!

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