Dorothy Drain Blue Plaque
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Highlights
- Discover unique stories that shaped NSW's rich history.
- Experience local areas through the lens of historical significance.
- Commemorate trailblazers like Dorothy Drain, a pioneer in journalism.
Overview
Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known.
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Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known.
This blue plaque commemorates Dorothy Drain who was a trailblazer in Australian journalism, serving as one of the country's first female war correspondents. She worked with the Australian Women's Weekly for 38 years before retiring as editor in 1975.
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