In 1947, the Miss Australia contest was in full swing and there were several Highgate Hill hopefuls, with interesting hobbies.
Author: Paul's Blogs
Gold found in Highgate Hill 1925
The discovery of gold in a Highgate Hill backyard in 1925 created a lot of excitement with talk of a gold rush.
Rat Causes Fire on Highgate Hill
The use of lamps posed a great risk in wooden houses, sometimes with tragic results.
The Prince of Wales Visits Highgate Hill 1920
The Prince of Wales meets an enthusiastic crowd at Highgate Hill and admires the view.
A Strawberry Afternoon Tea
In 1905, a wealthy young girl’s party in Highgate Hill is described, with an interesting present for the winner of a game.
The Cabby and the Couple Highgate Hill 1906
This verbatim account from the driver of a horse drawn cab is probably as risqué as newspaper articles got in 1906.
A Highgate Hill Poem from Queensland Figaro 1885
This poem submitted by a reader of Queensland Figaro pokes fun at a friend’s unsuccessful love life.
Highgate Hill and Its History 