Collection: History Support Collection

This periodical provides many articles and reports that can help historians conduct research on history.

Deals with the background and pressures for local government in the earliest days of the colony, city government by commission in Sydney, establishment of special authorities, special incorporations, district councils up to the Municipalities Act of 1858.

This book traces the patterns and impact of immigration to Australia since 1945, focusing on immigrants from non-English speaking backgrounds who came to New South Wales. It describes the personal experience of many newcomers to Australia.

An historical account of Aboriginal history in the Leichhardt, Sydney area.

A historical guide to the Blue Mountains with photographs

The new 2006 census provides an exciting opportunity to view a snapshot of Sydney in its current state of flux. Data is drawn from the first release of census data in June 2007, concentrating on population and housing factors.

This booklet describes the need for a church and how it came about

This publication presents the stories of soldiers who were born or bred in the Liverpool area and who have a strong connection with Liverpool.