Shire’s Treasure #11. Traditional Cache
Ngaambul: Unfortunately there was no response (or regular update) from the owner within the time requested and as per the original note this cache has been archived. If you wish to replace it please submit a new cache via this link.
Ngaambul - Matt
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Shire’s Treasure #11. This Cache takes you to Sutherland. There are two theories for the origin of the Sutherland name. It is suggested that the name was taken from able seaman Forby Sutherland, who died on Captain Cook's Endeavour voyage. Sutherland Point at Kurnell is named after him, but there's no direct connection of him to the Sutherland Shire district.
Thomas Mitchell as surveyor general in 1835 named the first parish south of the Georges River as the "Parish of Southerland" (South with an "o"). But it appeared in the government gazette spelt Sutherland, losing the significance of the name.
The Sutherland area was originally heavily timbered and timber-cutting became the first industry. Holt initiated many commercial projects including timber cutting, coal mining, sheep farming and oyster farming.
The suburb of Sutherland is the central hub of the Sutherland Shire. Here is where the Sutherland Shire Council Chambers, Sutherland Shire Public Library can be visited on Eaton Street. The Local Court and NSW Police are neighbours on Flora Street. The NSW Fire Brigade and Electoral Offices are also located in Sutherland.
Be careful with Little Geokids. This can get steep and there are a lot of rocks.
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Pybfr gb gur fgernz
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