Category: Horses
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Gallery: farming in the Cardrona Valley
After the early gold rush years, farming was the key economic activity in the valley, and there are still many high country farms in the Cardrona Valley today. Below is a selection of photos depicting life on the farm for Cardrona people.
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Gallery: Cardrona’s buildings
Some of Cardrona’s buildings date back to the time of early settlers arriving in the valley, and many of them have outlasted two generations of Cardrona residents. Below is a selection of photos featuring Cardrona buildings.
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Gallery: Horsing around the Cardrona
Horses are a key part of Cardrona’s history – from the first settlers who arrived in the valley, to miners and farmers who used horses as a key work tool. Below are some early photos of the horses of Cardrona.
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An interview with Jean Anderson
Jean Anderson shares her memories of her childhood and early years in the Cardrona Valley. She talks about helping out on the farm, memories of Cardrona village, making butter and her passion for horses.