The following story by Ken Schapel is one of the most eloquent and apt descriptions I have read of the Australian pub. During my many years’ research as a social historian I have cast my eyes over countless attempts at… Read More ›
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The Gordon Hotel, Portland: One of Victoria’s oldest pub licenses
THE Gordon Hotel, Portland, built by the Henty family in the early days. The timber, which was pit sawn, was brought from Tasmania, whilst the doors are of European cedar. Originally the building had a shingle roof. – Sydney Mail… Read More ›