Coonabarabran As Time Goes By: A Pictorial Journey 1860–2010 by Joy Pickette

Publisher: Coonabarabran DPS Local & Family History Group, [2010]
Format: Softcover
Pages: ii, 142 pages : illustrations, portraits, plans
Dimensions: 30 cm
ISBN: 9780646531410
Condition: Very Good – Light wear to covers, internally fine.

Description:
A rich pictorial tribute to the people and places of Coonabarabran, spanning 150 years of history through photographs, captions, and community memory. This commemorative volume highlights both settler and Aboriginal stories, including rare images of respected Kamilaroi matriarch Mary Jane Cain and the ceremonial grounds of the local Aboriginal community. It also includes images from the 1993 Aboriginal Debutante Ball, held to mark the UN Year of Indigenous Peoples, and photographs taken at the 1998 National Sorry Day March. The book includes a comprehensive list of surnames to aid family history research.

Why You’ll Love It:
Perfect for family historians, genealogists, and anyone with ties to Coonabarabran or interest in regional NSW history. This volume is especially notable for its respectful inclusion of Aboriginal history and community milestones.