Gunning & District Historical Society Inc.

26/08/2026

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Rob Poidevin.
He was a tall, gentle man who dedicated so much to everyone around him, particularly the Dalton Cricket community.
Rob loved his family and his community deeply, and he leaves behind a legacy of kindness. He will be dearly missed 🏏

In loving memory
Robin Poidevin
“Rob”
5 March 1939 - 23 August 2026

Loving husband of Maureen.
Adored father and pop.

"A life well lived, a love well shared - your spirit lives on in all who knew you."

Family and friends are invited to attend a service honouring Rob's life at 11am, Friday 4 September 2026 at the Dalton Cricket Ground, Dalton NSW 2581.

The family invites attendees to join them following the service at the Telegraph Hotel, Gunning NSW.

Please leave words of comfort for the family on Rob’s tribute: https://lmfunerals.com.au/tribute/robin-poidevin-26%2F270067/

24/08/2026

"We mourn the profound loss of a wonderful man, a devoted husband, and a loving father. As a true stalwart of the Bush Family Community, his life beautifully honoured the heritage born at 'Boughyard', Jerrawa—the historic home of his grandparents, George and Caroline. Though he has passed, the strength of his character and the deep roots of his legacy will live on in our hearts forever." RIP Peter 🐑

Peter James Bush

28/06/2026

It was a disturbing, unsettling and fantastic at the same time....

27/06/2026

Well done Elijah and best of luck

Only three years ago discus thrower Elijah Wilson had another event he excelled at when it came to athletics. When he was 16, he could jump a handy 1.80m in the high jump, before he switched to the throws full time and he never looked back. Now 19, Wilson (ACT, Rowan Vergano) is pumped to

23/06/2026

Dennis Michael Christopher Crowe

15/06/2026

If you ever had some smash repair work done in the district, chances are you know this man. A legend in the game and a terrific bloke.
RIP Bob...🌼

Robert Colin Christie
"Bobby"
2pm Friday 26.06.2026

01/06/2026

🚂 THE JUNE ARH ISSUE OUT NOW IN DIGITAL AND PRINT🚂
We celebrate 150 years of Yass Junction! The next development along the Main Southern Railway! The following article traces the history of Yass Junction from the time it was opened in 1876 until the present. A forthcoming article will cover the short branch that ran between Yass Junction and Yass.
All this and more in our JUNE issue!
Grab your copy now!
Print and digital formats available. Order at:
arhsnsw.com.au/australian-railway-history/
Contact at (02) 9699 4595 or Email: [email protected]

27/05/2026

Public Assistance Request – Recovered War Medals

Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify and locate the rightful owners or relatives of these recovered military medals.

These awards represent the service and sacrifice of Australian and Commonwealth veterans, and every effort is being made to return them to their families.

The two sets of medals were recovered by police at a rural property in Bevendale, NSW during an investigation into break-and-enter offences.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Yass Police Station 02-6226 9399 or the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.

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13/05/2026

15/04/2026

Community enquiry - Would someone in the Gunning community have a photo of Sheldricks garage 1969 viewing the moon landing on their little black and white TV? I remember being marched down to the garage as a group from school to watch the moon landing. Sounds funny now, watching it in a garage.