The Bushman's Arms: Bush Inns and Hotels of Gilgandra District and the Castlereagh by Marion Dormer (2nd Edition, 1985)

Author:
Marion Dormer

Publisher:
Macquarie Publications, Dubbo, NSW (Originally published by the Gilgandra Museum and Historical Society, 1983)

Format:
Softcover

Edition:
Second Edition

Pages:
96 pages, illustrated with photographs, maps, and portraits

ISBN:
0959279806

Series:
Western Heritage Series ; Vol. 8

Condition:
Near Fine – clean and tightly bound with minimal signs of handling

Description:
The Bushman's Arms is a fascinating exploration of the inns, pubs, and hotels that once served as vital social and commercial hubs in the Gilgandra and Castlereagh River districts of New South Wales. Marion Dormer combines historical records, personal anecdotes, and archival imagery to document the role of these establishments in bush communities—from coaching inns of the 1800s to early 20th-century pubs.

Published in association with the Gilgandra Museum and Historical Society, this volume is a nostalgic and informative record of rural life, drinking culture, and community gathering places in inland NSW.

Why You’ll Love It:
Perfect for those interested in regional heritage, Australian pub culture, or the history of outback settlement. This book captures the character and charm of rural NSW through the lens of its hospitality landmarks—many of which have long since vanished.