Bo-rā-ne ya-goo-na par-ry-boo-go = Yesterday Today Tomorrow: An Aboriginal History of Willoughby

Author: Jessica Currie
Publisher: Willoughby City Council, Chatswood, N.S.W., 2008
Format: Softcover, xiii + 125 pages, colour illustrations and facsimiles, 23 cm
ISBN: 9780975199114

Condition: Very Good. Light shelf wear to covers, internally clean and well-bound.

Description:
A richly illustrated and deeply researched publication tracing the Aboriginal history of the Willoughby area in northern Sydney. From Dreaming stories and early archaeological evidence to the impacts of colonisation, assimilation policies, and contemporary voices, this work offers a comprehensive localised view of Indigenous experience and survival. Also includes a selection of fictionalised stories and direct quotes from Aboriginal women, offering readers a more intimate understanding of lived experiences.

Produced by Willoughby City Council in association with the Aboriginal Heritage Office Northern Sydney Region, this book provides valuable insights into the Gameraigal (Ku-ring-gai) people and their connection to Country across Middle Harbour, Lane Cove River, Cammeray, and Sydney Cove.

Why You’ll Love It:
An important regional Aboriginal history that balances documentary evidence with storytelling and oral histories. A must-have for anyone interested in local history, First Nations studies, or reconciliation education. Ideal for educators, libraries, family historians, and community collections.

Weight: Under 500g. (Packed with care using recycled and protective materials.)