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The three Thomas Abel, sons of William Abel and Mary Ann Morey
Estramina: Norfolk Island to Hobart May 1808
John Morris, Convict Charlotte 1788: three different sentences of death
Poverty and Wretchedness: Goodwin Family in Hobart 1808–1827
Norfolk Island 1805 Constables

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First Fleet 1788 Shipping records

April 16, 2025 Cathy Dunn

HMS Sirius Crew not aboard the ship March 1790

Not all the assigned crew members and ship’s marines were aboard HMS Sirius for the Mar 1790 voyage to Norfolk

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Poverty and Wretchedness: Goodwin Family in Hobart 1808–1827

September 11, 2026 Cathy Dunn

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

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Norfolk Island History Lovers Tour March 2027

March 2, 2026 admin

Immerse yourself in Norfolk Island heritage for the history lovers tour and holiday on Norfolk Island March 2027 including Norfolk Island 1788 Foundation Day. Join Australian History Research and step back in time and discover the life of your Norfolk Island ancestors.

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The three Thomas Abel, sons of William Abel and Mary Ann Morey
Estramina: Norfolk Island to Hobart May 1808
John Morris, Convict Charlotte 1788: three different sentences of death
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Norfolk Island 1805 Constables
Robert Kingston, Convict, Atlantic 1791
Norfolk Island Deaths 1808 – 1809
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