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09-October-2014
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A monument commemorates the 120th anniversary of the foundation of Gin Gin.
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Location
| Address: | Bruce Highway, Gin Gin Rest Area, Gin Gin, 4671 |
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| State: | QLD |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -24.974075 Long: 151.946358 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Monument |
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| Monument Theme: | Landscape |
| Sub-Theme: | Settlement |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Sunday 17th October, 1993 |
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Front Inscription
Source: MAThis memorial marks the 120th anniversary of the founding of the town of Albany
Now Gin Gin
The first building was erected at Black Gully approximately 400 metres south east of this cairn
This was the manned Gin Gin Electric Telegraph Office opened In 1873
This building at later dates became Gin Gin`s first Post Office
first Council Chamber and first School
In its 120th year this historical building is a private residence at Phillipi Town, Gin Gin
Dedicated on October 17, 1993
Erected by the Kolan Shire Council
Researched by Gin Gin and District Historical Society Inc.
Monument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au
