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Kitty Transport era from Norfolk Island 1793

February 4, 2025August 13, 2025 Cathy Dunn Kitty 1793

People, Soldiers and Victualling Book of the Kitty Transport era from Norfolk Island 1793 It’s well documented that there were

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First Fleet 1788 Norfolk Island Landholders 1788 to 1814 Publications Shipping records 

Seaman Settlers of Colonial Norfolk Island 1788 – 1814

January 15, 2025May 8, 2025 Cathy Dunn Endeavour 1795, HMS Sirius, Hunter 1799

One may ask why after publishing many historical books on Norfolk Island’s Colonial Settlement 1788 – 1814, that we are

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Norfolk Island Crankmill 1827
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Penal Settlement Norfolk Island: The Early Years 1825 – 1828

January 6, 2025June 29, 2025 Cathy Dunn Brutus 1825, Wellington 1825

This booklet provides a historical overview of the Penal Settlement on Norfolk Island during its early years from 1825 to

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Gypsy Girls: Mary and Priscilla Loveridge, Royal Admiral 1792
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Gypsy Girls: Mary and Priscilla Loveridge, Royal Admiral 1792

December 24, 2024December 27, 2024 Cathy Dunn Royal Admiral 1792

Gypsy Girls: Mary and Priscilla Loveridge is the story of some and historical insight  from the early colony of NSW,

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Poverty and Wretchedness: Goodwin Family in Hobart 1808–1827

December 6, 2024December 8, 2025 Cathy Dunn HMS Porpoise

Poverty and Wretchedness explores the Goodwin family’s experiences as early settlers in Hobart between 1807 and 1827, detailing their journey from Norfolk Island and the challenges they faced in Hobart.

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Turtle Bay Burial Ground Norfolk Island (out of print)

November 13, 2024August 28, 2025 Cathy Dunn

Our publication Turtle Bay Burial Ground Norfolk Island was collated as a reference resource booklet for family historians. Included is

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Out of Print Norfolk Island History Publications

November 6, 2024November 6, 2025 Cathy Dunn

Out of Print Marriages November 1791 Norfolk Island: Romance among the Pine Trees Love and Land: Female Landholders Norfolk Island

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Norfolk Island: Goodwin Family 1790 – 1807

December 3, 2025December 13, 2025 Cathy Dunn

Paradise on Norfolk Island: Goodwin Family 1790 – 1807 provides a detailed timeline of the diverse historical records relating to

Norfolk Island Hoilday

Norfolk Island History Lovers Tour November 2026
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Norfolk Island History Lovers Tour November 2026

November 27, 2025December 15, 2025 Cathy Dunn

Whether you’re tracing your family roots or simply passionate about history, the Norfolk Island History Lovers Tour promises an enriching experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the natural beauty and historic significance of Norfolk Island!

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