Published Sources on Mackay History

Published Sources

Details of publications which have details of History of Mackay and the Pioneer Valley.

	A Century of Sugar By John Kerr Published 1988 by Mackay Sugar Co-operative Association Limited, Mackay QLD ISBN 0 7316 3739 9 224 pages An excellent history of the development of the Racecourse Sugar Mill. Includes history of other mills of the area south of the Pioneer River.
	A House Well Filled By Betty Clark Published 1992 by Mackay Historical Society, Mackay QLD ISBN 0 646 07500 4 128 pages A history of the Cook and Atherton Families researched by Betty Clark using the resources and memoirs in the Greenmount Homestead archives.
	An Electric Beginning, A History of Electricity Supply in the Mackay Region 1924-1983 By Raye Williams Published 1983 by Mackay Electricity Board, Mackay QLD ISBN 0 72421229 9 140 pages A history of the supply of Electricity from the first connections in 1924 through to the developments and improvement to the Supply network to 1983.
	Angor to Zillmanton - stories of North Queensland's deserted towns. By Colin Hooper Published 1995 by Colin Hooper ISBN 0 646 00629 0 436 pages A comprehensive history of the history of abandoned townships surveyed mostly in the 1800's. Includes original survey maps and photographs and locations of deserted towns in North Queensland. Mackay region townships listed from page 310 to 325.
	Below these Mountains by Lyall Ford published 2001, Taipan Press, Freshwater, QLD ISBN 0959077618 256 pages. A Family History of 19th Century Photographer John Henry Mills. Includes a history of the Mount Britton goldfield and over 100 photographs taken during his time. J.H. Mills was a pioneer in early Queensland photography. for more details, Reviews etc go to the Below These Mountains website
	Behold Nebo by George Mayes published 1991 by R & R Publications, Glenden, QLD ISBN 0 646 06018 X 270 pages A comprehensive history of the Nebo Shire Council from 1883. Includes many early photographs. Produced for the Nebo Shire Council, this book goes through the early settlement of Nebo and surrounding areas and the Council's history to 1991.
	Cane Tramways and Locomotives of the Mirani Shire by John Browning published 1993 by Mirani Shire Council, QLD ISBN 0 64613 940 1 21 pages Booklet providing a brief history of Cane Tramways and Locomotives that transported Sugar Cane to the Sugar Mills in the district. Includes photographs of Steam Locomotives.
	Captain Tom by G.T. McLean , Edited by Colleen Davis published 1986 by Boolarong Publications, QLD ISBN 80 00 0 1616 8 103 pages A book following the history of Tourism in the Whitsunday Islands and Captain Tom McLean's involvement in the development of the Tourism industry and Roylen Cruises.
	Cooks Forth Journey ? By Perce Leivesley Published 1999 by Perce Leivesley 139 pages A history of the Association of Perce Leivesley with the Cook Family of Greenmount Homestead documenting his relationship with Tom and Dorothy Cook and his role as trustee of the Cook Estate after Tom Cook's Death in 1981.
	Fragments of a Lost Heritage by Noel Fatnowna Published 1989 by Angus and Robertson Publishers, North Ryde, NSW ISBN 0 207 15738 3. 185 pages Details the History of the family of Noel Fatnowna a descendent of the South Sea Islanders brought to Mackay in the late 19th Century to work as labourers on the Sugar Plantations in Mackay.
	Habana Revisited Edited by Margaret James and Carmel Duffy Published 1999 by Habana & District Progress Association Inc, Mount Pleasant, QLD ISBN 0 646 36596 7 137 pages Details the History of the Habana area including many photographs, memories and details of local families from the area.
	In their own hands by Ken W. Manning published 1983 by Farleigh Co-op Sugar Milling Association Ltd., Farleigh, QLD ISBN 0 9592350 0 0 328 pages An excellent research resource detailing the history of Sugar Plantations north of the Pioneer River. Includes detailed histories on the various early Sugar Mills and early identities of Mackay. Detailed history of Farleigh Sugar Mill from 1883 to 1983.
	James Perry Remembers Mackay Compiled by Vyvian Mengler published 2000 by Albany Advertiser, W.A. ISBN 0 646 38687 5 81 pages A Collection of articles written by James Perry an earlier Pioneer of Mackay and Nebo. The articles were written for the Daily Mercury newspaper in the early 1940's. Plenty of first hand experiences on the early cattle stations around Mackay and Nebo as well as early identities.
	Kanaka - A History of Melanesian Mackay by Clive Moore published 1985 by the Institute of Papua New Guinea Studies and University of Papua New Guinea Press, Papua New Guinea ISBN 9980-68-000-8 420 pages A comprehensive and excellent researched history of the South Sea Islanders in early Mackay and interaction with the community, problems, social history etc.
	*Lesson of a Lifetime - An Anzac Day pilgrimage* Edited by Mike Goodwin published 2002 by Mackay North State High School - Education Queensland. ISBN 0.646 41881 5 88 pages The story of students from Mackay North State High School who attended the 2002 Commemorative Tour and their stories from the trip locating graves of local servicemen killed at Gallipoli and the Western Front. An insight into their feelings and emotions and tour highlights including photographs of the tour and memorials and graves.
	Mackay Region Pilot Heritage Study by Graeme Butler & Associates published 1994 Fairfield Victoria ISBN 0 646 19669 3. 334 pages A study into locations cultural importance in the Mackay City, Mirani Shire and Pioneer Shire Council areas. Commissioned by the National Trust the study includes many photographs and details of historic buildings and locations in the Mackay District.
	Mackay Revisited by Kett Kennedy published December 2002, by Mackay City Council ISBN 0-646-41947-1 419 pages A comprehensive local history on the Mackay region including many contemporary stories and recollections of Mackay History. Includes over 100 historic photographs many not published before and alternative points of view on the early discovery of Mackay and debunks some folklore. A must have book for anybody wishing to research and read about Mackay History. Released in December 2002 and copies available from Mackay City Council. Hardcover $45, softcover $32.
	*Mackay's Flying Fortress - Remembering Australia's Worst Aviation Disaster in World War Two* by Robert S. Cutler published 2003, by Central Queensland University Press. ISBN 1 876780 27 4 107 pages An investigate story about the Worst Aviation Accident in Australia when an USAAF B17C transport aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Mackay airport on 14 June 1943 killing 40 servicemen. Delves into the history of the aircraft and circumstances leading to the accident and report. Copies Available from Mackay City Council Library.
	*Mater Hospital Mackay 1927 - 1987* Edited by R.J. Manning Published 1987 by The Mackay Mater Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Committee. ISBN 0 7316 0476 8. 97 pages Published to coincide with the Mackay Mater Hospital's 60th Anniversary. Contains many photographs and stories about former staff and the development of the hospital since 1927.
	Memories of Finch Hatton Gorge, The Last 100 years By Graeme Ware Published 2000, Info Publishing Pty. Ltd., Mackay, QLD ISBN 0 9585832 8 5 119 pages A collection of short stories by current and former residents of Finch-Hatton Gorge from when the gorge was first settled to the present time.
	Pioneer Pageant, A History of the Pioneer Shire. by John Kerr published 1980, Pioneer Shire Council. ISBN 0 9594740 0 5. 232 Pages. An excellent source of the early history of Mackay and Pioneer Valley. Includes many early photographs. Produced for the Pioneer Shire Council (now part of Mackay City Council) this book goes through the early settlement of Mackay and the Council's history to 1980.
	Poorhouse to Paradise by Lyall Ford published 2001, Taipan Press, Freshwater, QLD ISBN 0 646 33254 6 240 pages. A Family History of Charles Ford who emigrated from England and settled in the Walkerston Area. Contains many photographs as well as many anecdotes and history of around Mackay. for more details, Reviews etc go to the Poorhouse to Paradise website
	St. Bees Island, Its History, Life-Styles & Tales. by Lionel Berck published 1995, Boolarong Press ISBN 0 646 21952 9. 142 pages. A history of the settlement of St. Bees Island off the coast of Mackay. Including stories of life on the island and some of the Island's natural history.
	*Sugar from the Scrub* by Pat Hamilton published 1994, Boolarong Press ISBN 0 646 2170 0. 90 pages. An excellent reference source on the history of Walkerston and surrounding area from first settlement. Includes much research on the township buildings and people including illustrations by the Author.
	Sweet Settlement, The Making of Mackay and the Pioneer Valley 1860 - 1918 Edited by Martin Hislop, Clive Booth, Bernadette Howlett, David Myers Published 1995, Central Queensland University Press, Rockhampton, QLD ISBN 0 908140 98 3 196 pages A collection of contemporary newspaper articles, personal recollections and diary entries for example showing contemporary thoughts of early residents of Mackay and the hardships and trials of life in a new settlement. Includes many historical photographs of early Mackay.
	Sweet Talking, A collection of oral histories from the Australian sugar industry. Collated and edited by Denise Neville Published 1998,Australian Sugar Industry Museum, Mourilyan, QLD ISBN 0 959 6395 2 7 154 pages A collection of oral histories from people involved with all facets of the Sugar Industry. Includes interviews with people from the Mackay area.
	The Broadsound Story by Frank Rolleston published 1983 by Broadsound Shire Council, QLD ISBN 0 9591728 0 7 208 pages A comprehensive history of the Broadsound Shire Council from Captain Cooks navigation of the coast in 1770. Includes many early photographs. Produced for the Broadsound Shire Council, this book goes through the early settlement of St. Lawrence and surrounding areas and the Council's history.
	The Dark Daughter, A Mackay Story By Jan Smith Published 1998, Palmate Press Australia, Gordon, ACT ISBN 0 9586029 0 5 220 pages Based on the factual life of Miss Gloria Arrow who was the housekeeper to Tom and Dorothy Cook of Greenmount Homestead. Partial dramatisation of Gloria's life from child at Homebush to the time when Greenmount Homestead was bequeathed to the people of Mackay.
	The Defiance, The story of the North Eton Co-operative Milling Association Limited 1887 - 1987. By Frank Rolleston Published 1987 by North Eton Co-operative Sugar Milling Association Limited, North Eton via Mackay QLD ISBN 0 7316 1327 9 175 pages An excellent history of the development of the North Eton Sugar Mill. Includes history of other mills of the area south of the Pioneer River around the Eton area.
	The Mackay Harbour Story By H.A. Moore Published 1978, Mackay Harbour Board, Mackay QLD ISBN 0 959 8168 4 4 80 pages History of the Mackay Harbour Board from the beginning of Mackay as a port of entry in 1863. Includes many historical photographs of the wharves on Pioneer River and the Mackay Outer Harbour.
	*The Marian Story* by H.A. Moore published 1980 by Marian Mill Co-operative Society Ltd., Marian QLD ISBN 0 9594907 0 1 52 pages A history of the Marian Sugar Mill from 1883 including many historical and contemporary photographs.
	*The Whitsunday Islands - An Historical Dictionary* by Ray Blackwood published 1997 by Central Queensland University Press, Rockhampton, QLD. ISBN 1 875 998 27 6 283 pages A comprehensive and very well researched guide to the history of the Whitsunday Islands and Cumberland Islands and Coastal locations along the coast from Mackay to the Whitsunday area. Includes the origins of the place names and short histories of the locations. A good read.
	They Called me Artie, The Memoirs of Sir Arthur Fadden. By Sir Arthur Fadden Published 1969, Jacaranda Press Pty. Ltd., Milton, QLD SBN 7016 0307 0 196 pages The life story of Artie Fadden, including the story of his early life in Walkerston, first job at Pleystowe Mill as well as his job as Mackay Town Clerk. The country boy who made it all the way to becoming the Prime Minister of Australia in 1941.