January 9, 2025

Rosewood’s Greek Wedding

Traditionally, at a Greek wedding, sweetened almonds or “koufeta” are given out to  guests in odd numbers, usually five, to symbolise that the bride and groom […]
October 15, 2024

The Royal George Hotel – 24 John Street, Rosewood

The Royal George Hotel 1890-1954 Rosewood History “It’s a nice two storey building, with a cellar to keep the beer cool.” – October 1890 Rosewood once […]
October 4, 2024

Charles WILLIAMS “The Saddler” – 44 John Street, Rosewood

Rosewood History Charles WILLIAMS and Louise SPANN Name: Charles WILLIAMS Occupation: Saddler, Draper, Grocer, General Store Keeper Birth: 21st January 1881, Ipswich, Queensland Residence: 67 Matthew […]
October 2, 2024

Coveney’s Shop, Albert Street, Rosewood

On the verandah are Mr. Goebel from Mutdapilly, unknown woman, Mary Ann Coveney, Catherine Coveney (daughter) and unknown girl. Photo: Picture Ipswich Coveney’s Shop, Albert Street, Rosewood Rosewood […]
October 1, 2024

Dai BERRELL – Saddler, Blacksmith, Miner

Rosewood History David Herbert BERRELL and Mary Jane HUGHES Name: David “Dai” Herbert BERRELL Occupation: Saddler at Colliery (1911 above ground); Blacksmith; Miner Birth: 1890, Ferndale, Ystradyfodwg, Glamorgan, […]
October 1, 2024

RUHNO’S Cheese Factory – 23 Railway Street, Rosewood

The store on the left of Ruhno’s store was newly built in 1910, not too long before this photo was taken. It later became the cheese […]
September 20, 2024

Dow’s Bakery (Rosewood Bakery) – 66 John Street, Rosewood

Henry Duncan Dow, Baker and Caterer Photo: Jenny and Peter Naylor (Henry is standing in front of the bakery) Dow’s Bakery (Rosewood Bakery) Rosewood History Who didn’t […]
September 18, 2024

The Slipper Factory – 8 John Street, 17 Railway Street

Employees of the Rosewood Slipper Factory in front of the building at 8 John Street. Photo: Jenny & Peter Naylor Back Row L-R: June Nuffler, Jean […]
September 7, 2024

RUHNO’S STORE – 21 Railway Street, Rosewood

Ruhno’s Store Rosewood History “This business must surely be of historical significance in the story of Rosewood. As a child I can well remember a trip […]