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October 2020
‘Stone & Ink’ in Designs, Devils, Details: the Queensland Government Printing Office
Join historian Matthew Wengert and writer Louise Martin-Chew 'In Conversation' about their research into the Queensland Government Printing Office, focusing specifically on 'Stone & Ink’, as signified by the carved devil gargoyle's above the George Street entrance to the QGPO building, and the rivers of black fluid that coursed through the place over a century and a half. Social distancing will be in place and seating is limited to 30 places; please book your seat here. Due to COVID-19 and…
Find out more »December 2020
Separation Day Dinner
We are pleased to announce that the postponed Queensland Day Dinner will now be held on Separation Day, Thursday 10 December at The Brisbane Club. Emeritus Professor Roly Sussex OAM, FQA, Chevalier des Palmes Académiques will be the guest speaker. Please go here to download the invitation and payment slip.
Find out more »February 2021
Dig Tree Exhibition Launch
You are invited to the launch of the Dig Tree exhibition at the Commissariat. Join us for an evening of drinks and view the recently installed exhibition completed by Planet Productions. Further details to follow.
Find out more »March 2021
Burke and Wills Back Under the Stars
This function is being organised by the Bulloo Shire Council in Thargomindah. It will be at the amphitheatre in Memorial Park. Registration and payment will be required beforehand. Further details to follow.
Find out more »Dig Tree Reserve Conservation Launch
The Royal Historical Society of Queensland has completed a major conservation project at the Dig Tree Reserve as trustees of the famous Burke and Wills site, and you are invited to celebrate the occasion with us. Join us at 12 noon on Saturday 27 March at the Dig Tree Reserve for the official launch. Further details to follow.
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