Railway Hotel Bathurst: A Hidden Gem of Australian History

Railway Hotel Bathurst: A Hidden Gem of Australian History

Explore Bathurst's historic Milltown district in this captivating tour of three significant landmarks showcasing Australia's rich heritage. From the iconic Railway Hotel to community hubs that shaped this important town, discover the stories behind these architectural treasures.br The Federation-style D.J. Healey & Sons General Store (est. 1879) wasn't just a shop but the heart of Milltown's community. Located at Havana and Lambert Street, this local hub offered everything from groceries to furniture while serving as the town's social center.br Journey through Bathurst's industrial past with Alexander Crilly's Hibernian Flourmill. Built in the 1840s, this steam-powered mill was crucial to Bathurst's development as a regional center before its demolition in 1908.br The iconic Railway Hotel, built in 1861 as the Railway Inn and later renamed the Chifley Hotel after Prime Minister Ben Chifley, has been central to Bathurst's hospitality for over 150 years.br These landmarks offer glimpses into Australia's past while contributing to Bathurst's unique character as a tourism destination.br Timestampsbr 0:00 3 Historic Sites in Bathurst You Need to Seebr 0:31 D.J. Healey & Sons General Storebr 1:53 Alexander Crilly - The Hibernian Millbr 3:09 Railway Hotelbr Previous Episodesbr Episode 1: Episode 2: #Bathurst #Australia #TravelVlogbr Special thanks to:br Chifley Home & Education Centre: www.museumsbathurst.com.auchifley-home-and-education-centrebr The Western Advocate: www.westernadvocate.com.aubr Alan McRaebr Follow us:br Instagram: www.instagram.comcoupleofsittersbr Facebook: www.facebook.comcoupleofsittersbr X (Twitter): www.x.


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Uploaded: 2025-03-05

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