Beer n Bullshit Sundowner - The History of the Swan River as derived from Postcards

Due to the absence of our President which delayed normal proceedings, our very next Beer and Bullshit event is on Wednesday 8th November.

The presenter for this meeting has been put forward by our member Allan Wall and is Mr John Dawson who is a local historian. 

John Dowson’s latest book, Swan River Postcards, is a journey from Fremantle to Guildford in Western Australia, along one of the best preserved rivers in Australia, using old postcards to tell fascinating stories of the river’s history.

The world was scoured for interesting and rare postcards. The wooden bridges of Fremantle saved the river from destruction as large boats have never been able to get past them. The river  has always been heavily used and treasured. Swimming baths were very popular and most Western Australians until recent decades learnt to swim in the river.

John Dowson is an award winning author with 10 books published - mainly on the history of Western Australia. Signed copies of the book will be available at the talk for a special price ($24.95 each or two for $30).

So come along, be educated, inquisitive, engaged and be social by enjoying the company of your fellow Sheddies at this Sundowner.

Looking forward to catching up with all of my beer and Bullshit mates.

Best regards

Peter Panek

President