Historical Port Arthur - Tasmania

"...To Grind Rogues Into Honest Men"....

It was such the vision for Port Arthur penal settlement, was established in 1830s - a bold experiment and attempt to reform convicts and repeated offenders of the colony of Van Diemen's Land. Port Arthur was much more than just a prison. It was complete community, home to military personnel and free settlers. The 30 historic buildings such as hospital, dockyard, towers, church and museum houses were built by the convicts.

The fascinating Ross Bridge

The famous Ross Bridge at Ross town, has a bit fare of its fascinating and intricate carvings by the magnificent legacy of convict stonemasons, Daniel Herbert and James Colbeck. The bridge was designed by civil engineer and colonial architect John Lee Archer. The bridge was officially opened by then Lt. Governer Arthur on 21 October 1836.

The Mansion at Werribee Park

This Victorian era mansion is located in Werribee Park which is about 30 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD. This mansion boasts about 60 rooms in several wings and was completed a wealthy Chirnside family in 1877.