Mulgrave Shire Historical Society

Thanks to the Queensland Government and the Cairns Regional Council, the Society was able to obtain a RADF grant to restore research material from the Meringa Sugar Experiment Station which was donated to the Society by SRA.  These seven cases of items show aspects of Dr Jarvis' research at the Station between 1919 and 1933 and contain insect varieties, drawing and photographs used to inform cane farmers about the different pests that might affect their crops.  This year's tea cosies competition was well supported and was open to the public for viewing at the 'Rambler Station' opposite the Mulgrave Settlers Museum.  The Society along with the assistance from the history students from the local High School, will present a 'Ghosts of Gordonvale Cemetery' evening.  Those interested in attending are asked to gather in the cemetery shelter shed at 3.45pm on Sunday 4 September.  There is no charge but a small donation would be appreciated and please contact the group of your intention to attend.