What do you know about the South Lismore Duck Pond? 

Richmond River Historical Society president Dr Robert Smith invites the local community to find out more about it during NSW History Week 2019.

With a theme of ‘Memory and Landscapes’, this year’s History Week NSW runs from August to September 8. 

As part of the week’s celebrations, everyone is invited to come along to the Lismore Duck Pond Precinct on Sunday, September 8, at 2pm and learn more about its history and the work of Duck Pond Landcare volunteers who have been preserving the landscape in this area.

“We’re hoping the community will come along to hear about the history of the South Lismore Duck Pond and celebrate the great work of the South Lismore Duck Pond Landcare volunteers, who have worked tirelessly to preserve and develop it for the community”.

Founded more than 20 years ago, this small group of Landcare volunteers continues to meet regularly, organise work days and are responsible for making the 27 acres of the South Lismore Duck Pond what it is today.  

Entry to the Duck Pond Precinct is easiest via Ostrom Street, South Lismore. Afternoon tea will be provided. 

Follow the history trail to the South Lismore Duck Pond.

Dr Smith advised that in celebration of the theme of ‘memory’, Richmond River Historical Society are offering 30% off all their publications and books, available at the Museum in Molesworth Street, Lismore during History Week.  

A Richmond River Historical Society staff member looks through some of their publications.

History Week is the annual, state-wide celebration of history organised by the History Council of New South Wales in partnership with its members and communities are encouraged to host history events relating to the annual theme. 

Initiated in 1997, History Week is an opportunity for member organisations throughout NSW to engage and educate the community about the vitality, diversity and meaning of history and its practice. 

To find out more about Richmond River Historical Society, visit https://www.richhistory.org.au/