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"The Flight of the Wren", written by Orla McAlinden, is a book dedicated to the memory of Irishwomen and "The Lost Boys of Mr. Dickens", by Steve Harris is the gripping real-life story of two young boys in the 19th century sent by the British Government as impoverished and unwanted juveniles to exile in Van Diemen's Land in the world's first prison built exclusively for children at Point Puer.

Hear two compelling stories delivered by historian Reg Watson and John Stephenson about past Hobart residents. More details here.

Bookings are essential as places are limited. Cost $20 per person includes soup and high tea with trimmings.

Location is the Hobart Town Tea Company, 147 Macquarie Street, South Hobart.  Phone 0491 356 255.

The Annual Floral Tribute at the Memorial in Hunter Street will be held on Thursday, 20 February 2020 commencing at 11.00 am.  All are welcome and following the service you are invited to enjoy refreshments at your cost at a local cafe.

Maureen Martin Ferris of the Launceston Historical Society will speak on Louisa Anne Meredith at the Meeting Room of the Queen Victoria Museum, Inveresk on Sunday 14th April 2019 commencing at 2.00pm.  View the Poster.