Boolarong Press

11/09/2024

Where we will be tomorrow from 12pm-1pm

As we approach the 2024 Battle Of Meewah Commemoration , we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the Deadly Support from within our Community. These Businesses have been valuable supporters of our Commemoration. If you are looking to support local get behind these excellent companies.

Gummingurru Aboriginal Corporation Carbal Medical Services,Social Justice Commission Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba, Reconciliation Australia, Reconciliation Queensland Inc TCP Designs, Lockyer Valley Traffic Management, Boolarong Press, Mettle, Toowoomba Region, Woolworths (The Range), Kickstart Caffeine, Adapt Mentorship

06/09/2024

Meet the Author Dimity Mortensen at Harry Hartog Bookseller On Saturday 7th September between 10am-1pm. Have a chat about Dimity's latest title Archibald Mosman: The Field of The FaithFul Man.

Archibald Mosman’s name was given to Sydney’s Mosman Bay and the suburb of Mosman on Sydney’s Lower North Shore.

He was father of the Hon. Hugh Mosman of Charters Towers Goldfield fame, of Lady Cecilia Jesse Palmer, wife of Sir Arthur Hunter Palmer, and of Lady Harriett Ann McIlwraith, wife of Sir Thomas McIlwraith; all prominent figures in Queensland politics and society.

Yet little has been known about him, until now.

Born the eldest twin son of a Scottish laird in 1799 in the Midlothian Lowlands of Lanarkshire in the Parish of Lesmahagow on the vast farmland estate of Auchtyfardle, Archibald Mosman went on to be both an enigmatic and often controversial figure in nineteenth century Australian colonial society.

Archibald Mosman: The Field of the Faithful Man chronicles his life as wealthy merchantman, whaler, grazier, vast landholder in both New South Wales and New Zealand, and early merchantman days in Edinburgh and Liverpool. This candid and sometimes confronting portrayal, explores his association with slavery as a young sojourner on plantations in the British West Indies and involvement as an “exclusive” and alleged member of the Black Association, then conversely his role as husband, lover and father. It examines the forces that drove him during his contentious time as magistrate in Armidale through to his final days in virtual obscurity in Randwick at Byron Lodge.

This is his first biography.

04/09/2024

We are a proud supporter of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and today is Indigenous Literacy Day. Join us as we take you on an exciting journey into three First Nations Communities across Australia.

We’re visiting Cunnamulla in Queensland, Vincentia in New South Wales and the Tiwi Islands in the Northern Territory. We’ll be sharing stories, cultures and languages in a day featuring many Proud Voices.

Do you know what a Moondagutta is? Ever heard of Booglies? Register now and find out!

This year, we’re celebrating the theme ‘Be A Proud Voice for Country’. We’ll be sharing some of the deep and diverse ways children, Elders and families connect with Country; and the significance of Country in Aboriginal Communities.

You’ll learn about Dreaming stories from the riverbank in Cunnamulla; join teenagers as they explore culture through poetry and art in Vincentia; and hear incredible stories and songs from children and Elders on the Tiwi Islands.

04/09/2024

We are a proud supporter of the Indigenous The Indigenous Literacy Foundation today is Indigenous Literacy Day;
Join us as we take you on an exciting journey into three First Nations Communities across Australia.

We’re visiting Cunnamulla in Queensland, Vincentia in New South Wales and the Tiwi Islands in the Northern Territory. We’ll be sharing stories, cultures and languages in a day featuring many Proud Voices.

Do you know what a Moondagutta is? Ever heard of Booglies? Register now and find out! https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/

This year, we’re celebrating the theme ‘Be A Proud Voice for Country’. We’ll be sharing some of the deep and diverse ways children, Elders and families connect with Country; and the significance of Country in Aboriginal Communities.

You’ll learn about Dreaming stories from the riverbank in Cunnamulla; join teenagers as they explore culture through poetry and art in Vincentia; and hear incredible stories and songs from children and Elders on the Tiwi Islands.

31/08/2024

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads, Step Dads, Pops, Poppy's Grandad's, Pa's and Father figures.

30/08/2024

Don't forget about Dad this weekend. Come and visit our authours that are out this weekend and grab Dad a book for Father's Day. David Jones will be at on Saturday from 10-1pm. . Betty Lee will be .carindale on Saturday from 10-1pm. Come to BooksStones and say hello to Dianne Kelly and get a signed copy of her book.

27/08/2024

Show Dad you care this Father's Day and buy him a book.

26/08/2024

Check out page 19 of Coffs Coast News of The Area, where a great article has been written about Australian historian and author Ron Williams on his Born In Series. Ron has discovered a unique way to remember and wonder. The "Born In" series is designed to make readers remember and wonder at things forgotten. What better way to do so than with stories, insights, and highlights from the year of their birth? These books are not just for those reaching a milestone age; they make the perfect birthday gift for anyone who loves to delve into the past and rediscover forgotten treasures.
Sparking Inter generational Discussions Ron Williams' books are more than just historical accounts; they are a bridge between generations. The series aims to spark discussions between young and old, fostering the asking and answering of questions that should not remain unanswered. Through these shared stories, readers can reconnect with the past and gain a deeper understanding of their heritage.
We thank The Book Warehouse Coffs Harbour and The Book Warehouse Grafton for supporting these titles, be sure to visit these stores for a copy for Father's Day!

Coffs Coast News Of The Area 23 August 2024 Coffs Coast (Printed Edition) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 23, 2024

26/08/2024

A Unique Way to Remember and Wonder The "Born In" series is designed to make readers remember and wonder at things forgotten. What better way to do so than with stories, insights, and highlights from the year of their birth? These books are not just for those reaching a milestone age; they make the perfect Fathers Day or birthday gift for anyone who loves to delve into the past and rediscover forgotten treasures.
Sparking Inter generational Discussions Ron Williams' books are more than just historical accounts; they are a bridge between generations. The series aims to spark discussions between young and old, fostering the asking and answering of questions that should not remain unanswered. Through these shared stories, readers can reconnect with the past and gain a deeper understanding of their heritage.

23/08/2024

Come out this weekend and see our amazing authors and get a signed copy of their book. Dimity Mortensen author of Archibald Mosman will be at on Sunday from 11.00-2.00pm

22/08/2024

Reading is Magic is the theme for book week this year. We have some wonderful children's books that will open their minds to the magic of reading.

16/08/2024

Come out this weekend and see our amazing authors and get a signed copy of their book. James Lergessner author of Clouland an The Brisbane I Used to Know will be at on Saturday from 10.00-1.00pm . Dianne Kelly will be on Saturday from 10-1pm. Damien & Hayden Crespan will be on Saturday from 10.00-1.00pm come down and say hello and see how Triz became. If you missed Dianne Kelly on Saturday she will be on Sunday from 9.00-12noon.

13/08/2024

08/08/2024

Come out this weekend and see our amazing authors and get a signed copy of their book. Dimity Mortensen author of Archibald Mosman will be at .topryde on Saturday from 11.00-2.00pm James Lergessner will be on Saturday from 9am-12pm.