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Blast Furnace – Lithgow

Congratulations to Lithgow on receiving the recent grant to allow an upgrade their blast furnace.  Lithgow and this Blast Furnace record the beginning of the iron and steel industry in Australia. The furnace was established in 1886 by William Sandford and operated until 1928 when production was moved to Port Kembla. The site has now been converted into a park around the remains of the pump house and the furnace foundations. There is a pleasant walk around Lake Pillans Wetland adjacent to the park (information courtesy http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/heritageapp/visit/ViewAttractionDetail.aspx?ID=5045094

Architecture, Blue Mountains, Factories, Grand, Historic, Industrial, Ruins, Town Lithgow Shortlink
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Ben Chifley Dam

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Historic buildings in Bathurst

Agriculture, Architecture, Bush, Dams, Events, Festivals, Natural Landscapes, Town Bathurst Shortlink
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Grenfell Railway Station

Architecture, Historic, Railway Workshops, Railways, Railways Stations, Town Grenfell, Uncategorized, Weddin Shire Shortlink

Touts Lookout. Monteagle

One of the most stunning panoramic views in the district and the perfect spot for kite flying.

Young Council.

Natural Landscapes, Rural Shortlink

Silo. Greenethorpe

Greenethorpe was a purpose-built town, established in 1908 to house sharefarmers who worked on Iandra Station. Greenethorpe had its own store, post office, public school, carpenter’s and blacksmith’s shops as well as a handling agent for farm machinery.  Greenethorpe village celebrated its centenary in September 2008.

Weddin Shire Council

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Iandra Station and Mount Oriel Homestead. Greenthorpe

The property of Iandra was purchased by Mr. Greene in 1878 and consisted of 32,000 ac (13,000 Ha). In 1880 he commenced building his first house, of bricks fired on the property.  In 1908 he commenced the conversion of this single storey brick house to a two-storey reinforced concrete building on the same foundations. During this period he built the reinforced concrete stables, water tower with silo beneath, filtration plant, sheds, and 40 houses for the sharefarmers.

Young Shire Council.

Architecture, Bush, Gardens, Historic, Homesteads and Farm Houses, Trees, Weddin Shire Shortlink

Road Bridge. Koorawatha

Impressive old road bridge, currently out of service.

Young Council

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Railway Station. Borenore

Railway station with waiting areas still functional, Rail line still in use and buildings are very well kept and maintained.

Cabonne Council

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Disused House. Borenore

Compact disused charming house with windmill, amazing location in large paddock.

Cabonne Council

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