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Sydney Female Orphan School 1801 – 1818

September 27, 2024May 19, 2025 Cathy Dunn HMS Porpoise, Kitty 1793, Lady Penrhyn 1788, Marquis Cornwallis, Minorca, Royal Admiral 1792, Surprize 1790

The Sydney Female Orphan School was set up by Governor King in 1801, was initially located in George Street, Sydney.

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First Fleet 1788 Norfolk Island

June 24, 2024January 30, 2026 Cathy Dunn Estramina 1808, Golden Grove 1788, HMAT Supply, HMS Sirius, Kitty 1793, Lady Nelson 1808, Lady Nelson 1810

Some 65% of the First Fleet 1788 of convicts, marines, ships crew, ship marines, free people lived on Norfolk Island at some time during the Colonial Settlement 1788 to 1814.

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Minor Corrections and Addendums to Inhabitants Late 1808 – 1814 Book

June 21, 2024June 22, 2025 Cathy Dunn Britannia, Cumberland, Diana 1810, Hunter 1800, Indispensible, Kitty 1793, Lady Nelson 1810, Minstrel, Prince of Wales 1788, Speke 1808, Spring Grove

Arrival date of Hunter barque on Norfolk has been given in various places in the publication as 27 Jul 1800

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Kitty March 1793 Norfolk Island to Port Jackson
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Children who departed Norfolk Island for Port Jackson per Kitty March 1793

February 19, 2024March 30, 2025 Cathy Dunn Kitty 1793

The Kitty embarkation of Mar 1793 was the beginning of an exodus of free and expired convict settlers from Norfolk Island.

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Norfolk Islanders at Hobart: The Early Years 1805 – 1809
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Norfolk Islanders at Hobart: The Early Years 1805 – 1809

January 1, 2026February 23, 2026 Cathy Dunn

The Early Years provides details of historical documents, chronicles the migration and settlement of the Norfolk Island settlers to Hobart and their lives from 1805 to 1809. Capturing the challenges, land allocations, social dynamics, and official correspondence surrounding the evacuation of Norfolk Island and the establishment of settlers in the Hobart area and its surroundings.

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

January 1, 2026February 8, 2026 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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