They had purchased 2000 ewes from nsw, and on advice of the explorer, edward john eyre, went looking for sufficient good land along the hutt river. Guests will stay in beautifully renovated heritage cottages on the 7000 acre farming property. The historic station store at bungaree is largely unchanged since the 1840s, when the property was the most northern settlement in south australia. The former had discovered a good supply of water there on 22 december 1841, so they sank a well and transferred all their livestock from their failed settlement at nuriootpa, subsequently running sheep on 80,000 acres 32,000 ha of. Promoting your link also lets your audience know that you are featured on a rapidly growing travel site. Bedding, bath towels and breakfast provided, as well as complimentary activities for guests including self guided history trail and animal feeding. About bungaree station historic farming property and. Rail transport was the only means whereby the huge production of the area could be transshipped. Tours bungaree station heritage accommodation in the clare. Tours bungaree station heritage accommodation in the. Bungaree station self guided tours attraction tour. Larger groups can book a guided tour of the historic station complex, and be provided an authentic insight into 19th century station life. He was the first person born in australia to circumnavigate the country, with.
Bungaree station self guided tours clare, attraction sa. The untold story of aboriginal explorer king bungaree and the. A south australian gem bungaree station nicole alexander. A short man with a sharp intellect, bungaree arrived in sydney in the 1790s with the remains of his kuringgai mob, after conflicts with white settlers had escalated along the hawkesbury river. The school was opened 1889, first called bungaree, then renamed badger hill in 1893, followed by claretown in 1909. Bungaree had several wives, one of whom was named matora. How the first australian to sail around the continent lies buried in a suburban park and why an aboriginal skull found in. Book your tickets online for bungaree station, clare. The former had discovered a good supply of water there on 22 december 1841, so they sank a well and transferred all their livestock from their failed settlement at nuriootpa, subsequently running sheep on 80,000. Bungaree became the first known aboriginal person to circumnavigate australia and contribute to the mapping of the australian coastline. Bungaree, or boongaree 1775 24 november 1830, was an aboriginal australian from the kuringgai people of the broken bay area north of sydney, who was known as an explorer, entertainer, and aboriginal community leader. History of hawker family and bungaree station 1992.
Not only did staff once collect their rations from the store, but explorers also stopped in to replenish their expedition supplies. A drawing by sophie wade based on eddie keebles memories. Millbrook is a rural district in the state of victoria, australia, located 90 kilometres 56 mi north west of melbourne. Bungaree, a kuringgai man from what is now the broken bay area of new south wales, was in flinderss crew all the way, making him. Book bungaree station bed and breakfast clare valley 2019. A winter weekend away with a group of 9 friends, we stayed in the mens kitchen and the grooms quarters for 2 nights. History of the south australian sheep station, bungaree, from its founding in 1841. Bungaree or bungaree station is a locality in the mid north of south australia, situated north of clare, along the main north road. Self guided tours of historic bungaree station provide visitors with an authentic insight into australias pioneering past. In 2008 he completed his phd in architectural history at the university of queensland where he is currently an adjunct professor.
In 1815 governor lachlan macquarie set up the fifteen members of bungaree s group on a farm at georges head with huts, implements, stock and convict instructors. Bungaree combines history and modern conveniences except one is a perfect marriage. The hawker family have run this station since 1841. The station was one of 35 closed to passenger traffic on 4 october 1981 as part of the new deal timetable for country passengers. Bungaree station, 18531984, mixed material, brg 3703 bungaree wages and employee records comprising staff drawings, wages and provisions, wages ledgers, bungaree and booborowie casual wages, wage returns, cash and wages books, shearers wages, ledgers of shearing hands and local tradesmen, employee agreements for cooks, shearers, wool pressers.
Activities for guests include audio tours of the historic station complex, animal feeding, bonfires and walking trails. It is a great little stopover as part of a longer visit to the clare valley, or for those travelling on to the flinders ranges, as visitors can explore at their own pace and either just visit the. Bungaree station offering heritage accommodation, unique venues for functions and 175 years of history. Facilities include wood fire, air conditioning, televisiondvd and barbecue. There has been many changes in the 175year history of bungaree station, but one onfarm task has always remained. The gardens around the house are well worth a visit.
Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. He was admitted to the general hospital and put on the rations. Cora gooseberry became his principal wife, with the title of queen. When a traveler builds a plan from this page, the itinerary automatically includes bungaree station. The story of bungaree station rob linn national library. Larger groups can book a guided tour of the historic station complex, and be. Jan 25, 2019 bungaree, a kuringgai man from what is now the broken bay area of new south wales, was in flinderss crew all the way, making him the first australian to sail around his native continent. Bungaree is a closed station located in the town of bungaree, on the ararat railway line in victoria, australia. Station store, bungaree station the historic station store at bungaree is largely unchanged since the 1840s, when the property was the most northern settlement in south australia. Sa history festival events at bungaree bungaree station.
History bungaree station was established by english settler james collins hawker, along with his two brothers george charles hawker and charles hawker, in 1841. Popular attractions clare golf club and inchiquin lake are located nearby. Bungaree station heritage accommodation in the clare valley. Station store, bungaree station clare valley tourism. Bungaree station in south australia is one such property. We loved the history of the station and enjoyed exploring local tourist attractions. Groups are welcome by prior appointment and discounts are available for groups of 20 or more. The club has raised some players who have gone onto other leagues, but have always remained as favourite sons.
Coffee and tea is available for purchase from the farm shop, along with farm and local produce. Not only did staff once collect their rations from this farm shop, but explorers also stopped in to replenish their expedition supplies. His work was subsequently published as a book entitled robin dods. The bungaree railway station bungaree history walk. Now, 178 years later, it is an efficient mixed farm run by the descendants of the original founder, g. Bungaree is located 180km from adelaide near the clare valley. The name millbrook was adopted because of a flour mill erected by matthew butterly on the west moorabool creek. Clean bright pages, slight creasing and surface marking to jacket. Heritage history bungaree station, clare traveller. Bungaree station s history begins on christmas day 1841, when george charles hawker and his brothers james and charles, from hampshire, england, selected the site 12 kilometres north of clare for the homestead. Biography bungaree australian dictionary of biography. Consequently bungaree station is not a museum, but rather a living record of rural australia since 1841.
Its buildings, memorabilia and artefacts tell the story of its prosperous woolgrowing. Bungaree 173 cm tall, with a happy disposition and much intelligence, who came with the remnants of his broken bay group to settle in sydney. The untold story of aboriginal explorer king bungaree and. The cottages are self contained, with 14 bedrooms, kitchen, bathrooms and sitting rooms with wood fires and air. How the first australian to sail around the continent lies buried in a suburban park and why an aboriginal skull found in a box 100 years ago could be his. Bungaree stations history comes to life stock journal south. Established in 1841, this iconic property became the headquarters of one of australias most successful sheep flocks, at a time when the country was said to ride on the sheeps. Records the involvement of its owners, the hawker family, in south australian political and community life and describes the role of the family in agricultural innovations such as the evolution of the modern australian merino. A lithograph by charles rodius shows the brass breastplate worn by bungaree. The ambiance of bungaree station bed and breakfast is reflected in every guestroom. Bungaree station, lodge clare, accommodation sa tourism. He was often referred to as king bungaree, king of port jackson, king of the blacks, or chief of the broken bay tribe. Bungaree station is a working farm with 170 years of history, with accommodation ranging from basic to very comfortable, in easy reach of clare and its surrounding wineries great for kids and for adults. Affected by age, alcohol and malnutrition bungaree suffered a serious illness that lingered for several months during 1830.
Today visitors can explore the propertys rich history or the modern farming. The former had discovered a good supply of water there on 22 december 1841, so they sank a well and transferred all their livestock from their failed settlement at nuriootpa, subsequently running sheep on 80,000 acres 32,000 ha of purchased land. At the 2016 census, bungaree and the surrounding area had a population of 269. Bungaree station, 18531984, mixed material, brg 3703. The station is interesting historically and the long walk around the station is a mustdo, particularly on a gorgeous morning.
Offering 175 years of history, unique accommodation and activities, in the picturesque clare valley, staying at this iconic property is an immersive country experience. Sep 03, 2012 by all accounts bungaree was a man of firsts. All cottages contain kitchen facilities and a private bathroom. Spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable accommodation with a lot of history and character. It was formerly called moorabool but the name was changed to avoid confusion with a locality near geelong. They were installed with a feast at which the governor. Bungaree station was established by english settler james collins hawker, along with his two brothers george charles hawker and charles hawker, in 1841.
Established in 1841, bungaree offers an authentic experience in the picturesque clare valley. Established in 1841, bungaree station offers heritage accommodation, day tours and unique venues for weddings, conferences and other functions. Bed and breakfast bungaree station, clare, australia. Stay in beautiful heritagelisted accommodation, celebrate a special occasion in one of the unique venues, follow in the footsteps of early pioneers on a tour of the historic station complex or simply visit the station store to enjoy a coffee and pick up some local produce. Bungaree station is a beautiful, peaceful country location. This is a great way for travelers looking for a great vacation in your city or country to also experience bungaree station. Over the years players have been referred to as the savages from bungaree. Self contained cottage in secluded location with two bedrooms one with queen, one with two singles, bathroom, kitchen and sitting room.
Mrs dot devereux remembers the blacksmiths mrs devereux remembered why the blacksmiths closed down she says in the interview below. Susan, edward and bungaree station seeking susan meeting. Bungaree is a working station that is well set up for tourists interested in the history of the wool industry. The meeting erupted into uproar, and bungaree savages became local argot. Nearby attractions include the many wineries of the clare valley. Established in 1841, this iconic property became the headquarters of one of australias most successful sheep flocks, at a time when the country was said to ride on the sheeps back. Bungaree primary school has survived highs and lows in its history but always remains focused on educating our children to allow them to become productive in whatever they choose to do in life. Our group of ten shared two houses coming together for communal meals. Bungaree station offering 178 years of history, unique accommodation and activities, in the picturesque clare valley, staying at this iconic property is an immersive country experience. Bungaree shire succeeded the road district on 27 january 1871. Bungaree station accommodation clare south australia. Information adapted from the book, bungaree football club history, 1905 1993.
Inscription on the title page mentioning a visit to bungaree possibly by the book s previous owners. Bungaree was the first australian to circumnavigate the. Bungaree station clare 2020 all you need to know before. Bungaree station self guided tours clare valley tourism. Visit bungaree station on your trip to clare or australia. Listen to the tales of the rich vibrant history of the early pioneers. Each building is air conditioned and some have wood fires. Bungaree stations history begins on christmas day 1841, when george charles hawker and his brothers james and charles, from hampshire, england, selected the site 12 kilometres north of clare for the homestead. The first school, an anglican one, was opened in 1868. A centenary history of state education in victoria, 1973.
Bungaree station bungaree, australia, bungaree hotel. A detailed history is available in book form titled, bungaree primary school no. Bungaree is identified with sydney and something ought to be done to make his few remaining days easier, the writer commented. The bungaree road district was formed in 1863 and at about that time bungaree had three sawmills, a fellmongery and six hotels. This extract below is from the book vision and realisation. Bungaree station, 431 bungaree road 12kms north of clare. Vicki and mark were very accomodating and ensured our accommodation was ready in every way. Sites on the tour include the station store, woolshed, church, stableyard and homestead gardens. Visited as a family of 4, with a 10 and 12 yro and we all thoroughly enjoyed the beauty and history here. He sailed in the norfolk for the north in 1799, and had a town on bribie island named after him. Bungaree stations history comes to life stock journal. Bungaree has a proud tradition with its football club. Detailed account of bungaree from its foundation to the present 1991.
Bungaree station self guided tours self guided tours of historic bungaree station provide visitors with an authentic insight into australias pioneering past. Bedding, bathtowels and breakfast provisions are provided. Today visitors can explore the propertys rich history or the modern farming enterprise through several tour options. Robert has taught history and tutored in design studios at qut and university of queensland. The story of bungaree station begins on christmas day 1841, when our ancestor, george c hawker and his brothers, james and charles, selected this as the site for their head station. Bungaree station offers a variety of heritage accommodation, ranging in size from 14 bedrooms. The story of bungaree station rob linn historical consultants clare, s.
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