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Braidwood Area

Last modified: April 6, 2009 - 2:52 PM

Prior to European settlement, the area was occupied by the Walbunja Aborigines who spoke the Dhurga language. The first Europeans to explore the Braidwood district were Hamilton Hume and Dr Charles Throsby in 1820, with settlement occurring shortly after.

Snapshot of Braidwood in February 2008 - Published: 20 Jun 2007
For some interesting facts and figures about Braidwood, please click on the link below. more ..

The Dhurga Language - Published: 06 Apr 2009
The Walbunja Aborigines spoke the Dhurga language. As a people, they have been attempting to regain their language. more ..

More about the Braidwood area - Published: 23 Sep 2004
The most important settler in the Braidwood area, as far as the town's name is concerned was Dr Thomas Braidwood Wilson, a surgeon who had been granted land in the area. more ..

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