History Hill

27/02/2025

🌿 Survival in the Australian Bush: Not everything that looks tasty is safe to eat!
From the hallucinogenic Darling Pea that makes sheep chase dogs, to the deceptive camel melon that only camels can stomach - the bush holds both treasures and tricks!
Watch as we explore these fascinating plants and learn how local knowledge was vital for survival. Did you know Chinese settlers used prickly pear fruit as a dye source? Or that wild cherries were a favorite treat for kids walking home from school?
Learn the secrets of bush survival from those who lived it! 🍒
Warning: Never eat wild plants without expert guidance - what you see in this historical clip should not be attempted without proper knowledge.

23/02/2025

The Billy Can Origin Story
Ever wondered where the iconic Aussie billy can got its name? From 'Bully beef' tins! Early explorers turned their empty bully beef cans into cooking vessels - true bush innovation at its best! ☕️🔥

19/02/2025

🗿 Hidden in plain sight: Discover the remarkable engineering of the original Bridle Track! This isn't just any old road - it's a masterpiece of early Australian construction.
Watch as we reveal how this track was built with incredible precision, cut into hillsides with consistent gradients that have stood the test of time. The craftsmanship was so exceptional that parts of the track remain perfectly preserved after 200 years!
Built by convict labor, these sections tell a story of determination and skill that helped shape Australia's early transport routes."

16/02/2025

💔 The tragic tale behind Sailor's Bluff...
During the gold rush era, a heartbroken sailor who'd jumped ship to seek his fortune received devastating news from home - a 'Dear John' letter from his fiancée in England. In his despair, he climbed to the top of this dramatic cliff face and leaped to his death, forever lending his story to this striking landmark.

While the site has recently been renamed, local historians emphasize the importance of preserving these historical names that tell the stories of our past. Every bend in the river, every cliff and hollow holds a tale - some tragic, some triumphant, but all part of our rich heritage.

'I feel sad for the sailor who committed su***de off that bluff, that his memory has gone. It's been erased from the map.' - Local Historian
🎥 Join us as we explore this dramatic landscape and uncover the stories written in its cliffs."

15/02/2025

"🐎 What's in a name?
The historic Bridle Track was designed for horses, creating the shortest path between destinations. These paths evolved from simple horse trails into vital transport routes that shaped early Australian exploration and settlement.
Watch as we explore the origins of these fascinating pathways that connected our pioneering past! The name itself tells a story - referring to a horse's bridle, these tracks were the highways of their time, carefully crafted to be the most efficient routes through challenging terrain."

15/01/2025

📺 Take a walk down memory lane with this golden moment from the archives!
Remember when Derryn Hinch brought us into the fascinating world of gold prospecting? This classic TV gem features the incredible Malcolm Drinkwater sharing the timeless secrets of striking it rich - from the traditional gold pan to the old prospector's "poverty pot." 🌟
Who else remembers watching segments like this, where you'd learn something new while being thoroughly entertained? Back when TV taught you things your grandparents knew, like why old-time miners kept chickens around their claims!
Those were the days - when Hinch would roll up his sleeves and try his hand at traditional techniques, bringing us along for every discovery. Love him or not, you couldn't help but watch! 🪙

"There's still plenty of gold in them thar Hills!" - and there's still plenty of magic in these classic Australian TV moments. ✨


Derryn Hinch

29/12/2024

24/12/2024

🌟 Discover History at Hill End These School Holidays! 🌟

📅 Open EVERY day from December 26th
⛏️ Explore the Museum & Underground Mine

Step back in time to the Gold Rush era and uncover the stories of Hill End – one of Australia’s most famous mining towns. Nestled in the beautiful hills of NSW, Hill End was once a bustling gold-mining hub in the mid-1800s, attracting thousands of miners seeking their fortune. Today, the Hill End History Hill Museum brings this fascinating past to life, showcasing exhibits about the gold rush, everyday life in the town, and the people who shaped its history.

But that's not all! 👀

Go on an adventure below ground with a tour of the Underground Mine and experience firsthand what it was like for miners working in narrow, dark tunnels to extract gold. It’s an exciting, interactive way to learn about Hill End's rich mining heritage!

💬 Fun for all ages! Perfect for families, history buffs, and anyone curious about our past.

📍 Location: 3458 Hill End Road, Hill End NSW 2850
⏰ Open Every Day during the School Holidays!
🎟️ Admission: Check the website for details.

Don't miss out on this unique chance to immerse yourself in the Gold Rush history of Hill End. See you at the museum!

19/12/2024

🎆💥 Did you know that one of history's most explosive discoveries was a complete accident?

In their quest for eternal life and artificial gold, Chinese alchemists stumbled upon black powder—an invention that would forever change the course of human history. From fireworks to fi****ms, this serendipitous moment lit the fuse for a revolution.

🔥 Discover how a search for immortality sparked a global phenomenon in this fascinating snippet from the new documentary *The Long and Short of Fi****ms: an Australian perspective*.

🎥 Watch the full documentary now, exclusively on Moxie Mojo Media https://moxiemojomedia.vhx.tv/

****ms

19/12/2024

🎥 Now Streaming

🔍 The Long and Short of Fi****ms: An Australian Perspective

Dive into Australia’s unique and complex history with fi****ms. From their colonial roots to modern regulations, this compelling documentary explores the cultural, historical, and social impact of fi****ms in Australian society.

🌟 Discover the stories, debates, and moments that shaped a nation.

📺 Available now, exclusively on Moxie Mojo Media - https://moxiemojomedia.vhx.tv/

11/10/2024

History Hill would Like to thank everyone who visited Hillend, NSW and hope they enjoyed their time here this school holidays!

24/09/2024

History Hill open all school holidays 10 am to 3:30pm, no booking required!

02/09/2023

You can see Malcolm's recent interview with 7NEWS Central West here!

01/09/2023

You can catch Malcolm being interviewed on 2BS tomorrow, 2 September at 9.20am, talking about The Monster Specimen and The After Party 2 DVD boxed set.

31/08/2023

Guess what?! We'll be on the local Prime7 News Central West tonight at 6pm, showing a review of The Monster Specimen and The Afterparty documentary. Tune in!!

14/07/2023

We were thrilled to welcome renowned photographer Mike Sea out to History Hill recently. He captured this stunning view of the night sky above our mine shaft.
If you need another reason to come out to visit our part of the world, here it is!

copyright Mike Sea - 2023. Phone 0418 208 008.

10/02/2023

We're excited to share that Michael McLaren from 2GB 'Weekends with Michael McLaren' will be interviewing our very own Malcolm Drinkwater this Sunday 12th February at 11.40am. Tune in to AM 873 this Sunday morning to hear Malcolm chatting with Michael about Australian gold rushes.


2GB Sydney

23/12/2022

Merry Christmas, everyone! We wish you a safe and happy holiday season 🎉
History Hill Museum and Underground Mine will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; and open every other day of the school holidays 10am - 4pm.
We have just completed an extensive maintenance program on our underground mine and we look forward to welcoming you over these holidays!








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