Iandra Castle was owned by a Mr George Henry Greene who also pioneered the share-farming system in Australia. Mr Greene brought in trades and materials from overseas and built the village of Greenethorpe for his workers.
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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
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.
Double storey brick property, free standing with verandah that runs the whole way around the building.
Cabonne Council
Large and High standing Church, located at the top of a hill with well maintained rose gardens. Situated directly next to the local school.
Cabonne Council
Large old bank building located in the main street of a rural town, is now utilised as private residence. Building has large working clock above big double green entry doors and hanging entry light above the main entrance.
Cabonne Council.
The village of Monteagle was originally known as Bulla Creek, an outstation to the station of Burrangong. St Mark’s Church at Monteagle is one of the enduring landmarks of the village.
