The Springbank Island Archaeological Project

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2016

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Ricardi, Pamela
Wright, Duncan
Dowling, Peter
Haberle, Simon
Kamminga, Johan
Johnston, Dave
Goyne, Rohan

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Canberra & District Historical Society Inc

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This paper presents the results of recentarchaeological investigations carried out on the3.64ha Springbank Island, located within the West Basin of Lake Burley Grifn. This was the location for 'Springbank Homestead', the earliest owner occupiedhomestead in present day Canberra. It was also in a region of signicance for Traditional Owners. The following sections provide historical and archaeologicalinformation about a site that continues to be a popularmeeting place for the Canberra community.

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Canberra Historical Journal

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2099-12-31