Author: Harry

  • Dunera Association Hay Reunion – 2-3 September 2022

    In recognition of the 82nd Anniversary of the arrival of the Dunera Boys at the Hay Internment and POW Camps 7 and 8 in 1940. (unfortunately the 80th anniversary was postponed in 2020) 

    The Dunera Museum has had a refurbishment with the redesign of the exhibition layout and is now divided into two distinct stories creating such an asset for Hay.

    Dunera Museum open from 8am-6pm daily

     

  • 83rd Anniversary of the arrival of Dunera Boys & Queen Mary Internees

    • 1 pm – Official opening & welcome by Sue Schmitke (Tatura Museum) and Ron Reichwald (Dunera Association). Introduction of guest speakers
    • 1.10 pm – Special presentation of Sergeant Snow White restored artefact – Kathleen Whelan, daughter of Dunera Boy Bertold Meier
    • 1.20 pm – Guest Speakers followed by questions Geoff Reed – Owner of ‘Dunera’ property previously known as Internment Campsite 2. David Mallinder – Owner of property previously known as Internment Campsite 1. The speakers will talk on the reasons they bought these properties, their plans and their connection to the Dunera story.
    • 1.50 pm – Vote of Thanks – Ron Reichwald
    • 1.55 pm – Conclusion of formalities – Sue Schmitke & Ron Reichwald
    • 2.00 pm – Afternoon Tea
    • 2.20 pm – Departure to Camp 2 visit

    Please note a $5.00 entry fee applies – payable to the Museum