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05-June-2018
05-June-2018

Photographs supplied by John Huth

The monument commemorates Eccles Tamwoy for his services to the community from 1957 to 2007. Tamwoy Town is named in his honour.

Eccles Tamwoy, was a respected leader and elder on Badu Island as well as Badu Council Chairman for over 30 years. Previously known as Eagle Camp, Tamwoy Suburb was officially proclaimed on 27 December 1956 and officially opened by Eccles Tamwoy on 9 February 1957.

 

Location

Address:Tamwoy Town, Olandi Street, Thursday Island, 4875
State:QLD
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -10.578599
Long: 142.209946
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Monument
Monument Theme:People
Sub-Theme:Indigenous

Dedication

Front Inscription

Tamwoy Town

Named after Mr Eccles Tamwoy in recognition of his work

9th February

1957 - 2007
50 Years

Plaque : 

Mr. Eccles Tamwoy

Leader and mentor to his community 

Greatly respected by all


 

Source: MA
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