The Forgotten Horses of Coal Mining - Ed Tonks

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Join us for a fascinating exploration of the overlooked role horses played in our coal mining heritage

Sugar Valley Library Museum, kirantakamyari

History Illuminated

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From hauling heavy loads deep underground to working in colliery yards and paddocks, horses were central to daily operations and gave rise to unique skills and occupations. Many were known by name and remembered fondly by those who worked alongside them. Today, their legacy is honoured through public art and dedicated spaces. This talk sheds light on their enduring contribution to the coalfields and the communities they served.Presented by <a href="https://library.lakemac.com.au/Whats-On/Festivals-Exhibitions/History-Illuminated" title="https://library.lakemac.com.au/Whats-On/Festivals-Exhibitions/History-Illuminated" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">History Illuminated Festival</a>Gold coin entryEd Tonks is a retired Social Sciences teacher. Ed taught at Francis Greenway and Kotara High Schools from 1974 to 2009. For nearly 50 years he has been actively teaching, researching and promoting aspects of the Hunter’s history. Since 1990 Ed has delivered or conducted more than 1200 talks for service clubs, community groups and professional bodies. His “Mines and Lines”, “Urban Industrial Newcastle”,” Bridges of the Hunter” and “Pits and Pubs” tours are well known.Sugar Valley Library Museum, kirantakamyari is located at the Cameron Park Plaza complex, on Portland Drive Cameron Park. There is dedicated Museum parking and accessible parking available adjacent to the building. The venue has accessible bathrooms. The venue is easily accessed by public buses.*This event may be photographed and filmed and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.

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