The Scenic Hills through time

Traditional Owners of the Land

 

The Dharawal peoples who occupied land around the Sydney coastal and Campbelltown areas were divided into two major groups: The Sweet Water People and Salt Water People.  More

Varroville District & Varro Ville House

 

The Varroville district has a history going back to the earliest times of European settlement. Of particular significance is Varro Ville Estate with its heritage listed house built around 1859 and designed by former Colonial Architect William Weave. More

Below: View from Bunbury Curran Hill

Preserving our heritage

Yandel’ora - Meeting Place

 

The Yandel’ora was a special place where Aboriginal groups would come together to peacefully resolve disputes. Those who entered Yandel’ora with problems were not to leave until they had been resolved, and all weapons must be laid down upon arrival and throughout the duration of stay in the area. More