This wartime class photo dates from 1942 at Flemington Public School. The school first opened in 1912 and was later renamed Homebush West Public School.
Moore’s Bridge
The bridge across the Cooks River at Strathfield South was once known as Moore’s Bridge, named after landholder, Thomas Moore.
Train and Cart Collision, Homebush Station 1883
During July 1883 woodcarter, David McKenzie of Broughton Road was hit by a train near Homebush Station while crossing the line with his horse and cart.
Christmas in Strathfield Square, 1959
In 1959 Strathfield Council and the Strathfield Chamber of Commerce mounted a Christmas ‘tableau’ in Strathfield Square.
Flooding in Pemberton Street, 1959
This photo shows flooding from Cooks River in Pemberton Street during November 1959.
Returned Services Balls in Strathfield Town Hall
During the Great Depression of the 1930s, prominent public and military figures gave their patronage to fundraising balls held in the Strathfield Town Hall.
Wartime Blackout, 1941
During WWII a Sydney-wide blackout drill also saw the Strathfield Town Hall ‘attacked’ and ‘demolished.’
Strathfield Town Hall’s Early Charity Balls
After its opening in October 1923, Strathfield Town Hall hosted many charity balls to raise funds for good causes.
Musician, Marcus Burkitt
Blind pianist, Marcus Burkitt performed in the Strathfield Town Hall during November 1936. His repertoire included 350 works, all learned by ear.