Yellowdine – book review

Yellodine, Reen’s Soak, Bronti, Kellandi and Mt Palmer ‘Treasures in The Bush’ by Delys Howlett
ISBN:- 9780646471563

Yellowdine – Treasures in the Bush

Centred in the Yilgarn of Western Australia this excellent publication is an historical and social account of events which took place not only in Yellowdine itself, but also the surrounding towns of Reen’s Soak, Bronti, Kellandi and Mt Palmer between the years of 1890 and 2006.

The personal stories of railway workers and former residents of Yellowdine bring the history to life, creating a literary collage of personalities, families and yesteryear events. Tourist routes throughout the area are also described and mapped.

It was my great pleasure to help the author, Delys, with some small assistance with research and publicity during the launch of her book in 2007. This book was indeed a labour of love for Delys as she grew up in the area which she loved. She wrote the book with the assistance of her parents Abbie and Allen O’Loughlin and her sister Julie Pritchard.

I would recommend this book highly which is available in the public library loan system. If you wish to purchase a copy they are available direct from the author at:- 7 Fenchurch Street, Alexander Heights 6064 PH: 9343 1519

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Moya Sharp

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My name is Moya Sharp, I live in Kalgoorlie Western Australia and have worked most of my adult life in the history/museum industry. I have been passionate about history for as long as I can remember and in particular the history of my adopted home the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia. Through my website I am committed to providing as many records and photographs free to any one who is interested in the family and local history of the region.

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