Non-Memory Hobart Tasmania

[@angusthornett]

Please share your experiences of ruins and abandoned places. If you wish to support the channel please consider Patreon. www.patreon.com/user?u=5186695

[@SteveMack]

Always love your videos mate :-)

[@seanworkman431]

I wonder if you might do a story on the (I think) APM paper mill and forestry operation which was near New Norfolk. As an apprentice woodworker I studied forestry and sawmill operations and from my understanding the mill used it's original land grant wisely. It was divided into 52 sections, each representing a week of the year. 4 were set aside as old growth reserve representing the 4 weeks of holiday per year. The other 48 were logged for the mill, 1 each year, meaning that by the time 48 years had passed there was enough regrowth to continue to support the mill. The company is no longer but the foresight in environmental conservation is little known and should be brought to attention. Of course, you are the man to do it. Keep up the great work Angus.

[@darylburnet8328]

Angus I am a retired School teacher and share your love of History. As a child I saw Ron Barassi playing and I accidently knocked PM Bob Hawke to his knees. The past made us who we are and can be. You and others remind us that our present is built upon the shoulders of our past hard working ancestors.

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Daryl.

[@james7149]

Angus you narrate these videos as a writer. You have a wonderful way of articulating these important times in history. My singular belief is that Education holds the key to a better and new path for this troubled world today. Education is empowering and provides the opportunity to create a foundation for a better life. The ruins of the Claremont school seem to symbolise a foreboding sense of where our Education systems are headed…

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, James

[@holidaymail]

I’m a Victorian but I love these looks around Hobart! Thank you 🙏

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, mate.

[@bikebasket9594]

That little church could easily be saved. Just need to apply evidure which is basically a diluted epoxy and then probably a marine grade primer and a few coats of paint with sanding between coats and it would be perfect. A new roof and similar treatment to the beams and it would last until Christs Return.

[@angusthornett]

You're right, it could be saved. But decay is inevitable.

[@radiogeekau3356]

I was in town when the news about the Tasman Private Hospital being canned was announced. As a broadcaster myself, it’s sad to see broadcast facilities like the old TVT6 building torn down. So much broadcast history from that building, both radio (7HT) and television.

[@angusthornett]

It's had to guess what will become of the site. Possibly apartments. Who knows.

[@radiogeekau3356]

@@angusthornett It probably will end up some sort of residential. Nearly all of the former TV studio sites on the mainland are now residential areas. In Coffs Harbour NSW where I’m based, the old NRN11 studios, which are still being used for broadcasting (the local Hit and Triple M outlets are there), is on the market. It’s right in the middle of a residential area and looks out of place. Mind you, the studios were there long before residents moved in. It used to be banana plantations around there. I’m confident that whoever buys the land will knock the studios down and put some sort of housing on there. It’s a shame because it is one of the last original TV studio sites in NSW or Australia still being used for broadcasting, albeit radio.

[@annaphillips7120]

Your video’s are like a literary and visual reflection on our past. I feel a bit nostalgic and sentimental looking at these buildings you discuss. I came to Tasmania as a Fairbridge child to a home in Exceter, i never knew the history of these places. You have helped me fill in the gaps of the new land i came to love as my home. Your videos have given me such a unique perspective of Hobart. Thank you Angus and doggie.

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Anna

[@leahrosevear4160]

Thank you for your latest video Angus, I was living away from Hobart/Tas for 15 years so am learning a lot from you. Recently I went to show a friend the TVT6 building in Newtown and found the demolished site! So it was extra interesting to see you discussing it tonight. Thank you and Harry. I want a dog just like him.

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, Leah. Almost all dogs have their charms.

[@leahrosevear4160]

I suppose I just love seeing you and Harry together. I just miss having a dog to care for, love and enjoy the company of again - I can’t where I’m renting though. Thank you for your reply.

[@angusthornett]

I'll give him a pat for you. @@leahrosevear4160

[@realjohncross]

Sad to see the sorry state of my old primary school! Thanks Angus, great content.

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, mate. Yeah, Another ten years it might be all gone.

[@davidcarr2649]

Angus, your delivery is impeccable. I want you to narrate everything I watch from now on. You've got a smooth soothing voice that feels like I am hearing poetry. Great stuff bud.

[@angusthornett]

Very generous, David. Glad you enjoy them, mate.

[@ManiBatchelor]

Bloody brilliant, I resonate so much with these videos. There's something particularly eerie about a ruin, but you can't help be intrigued. Anyway thanks mate, you always make my Sundays!

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, mate. Glad you keeping tuning in.

[@Obviouslyspecial123]

Love the videos mate. I never knew Hobart had so many hidden gems!

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, Nicholas. There's always more to uncover.

[@fredeverett4340]

G’day Angus, this one hits a little hard. Firstly I attended this primary school between 1953 and 1958.. It’s demise is a little tragic for me. Prior to that it was the site of my mothers ancestral family home. Re churches, the Hobart hinterland is littered with derelict or repurposed churches, Methodist Church and grave yard at Old Beach, Hestercombe and graveyard at Ten Mile Hill on the Midland Highway and the old Church of England as you come into Claremont. Finally of streetscapes and demolitions. A demolitition occurs, and I ask myself what used to be there. What is. Better. A vacant block with a ring lock fence or the abandoned building that is a memory of the past.

[@angusthornett]

Yeah, Fred, not so easy to see. Possibly stay as it is for some time too.

[@bigm383]

Thanks, Angus, for another informative video. Always sad to see abandoned buildings that could be preserved through repurposing!😀❤️

[@angusthornett]

Yeah, things change.

[@bigears4014]

Now the students are expected to travel to school , when years ago it was a short stroll to school , the weird thing is most schools got new roofs windows and insulation, and then were shut and ripped down , chigwell and north chigwell both gone, now students go to Rosetta or windermere , and windermere being the old claremont high

[@angusthornett]

Yes, badly managed.

[@therighttoremain]

This looks great.

[@Vivianblue.]

Cant wait to visit the apple isle ❤

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

me too

[@aus80srockradio94]

l love these stories, short & to the point. Excellent : )

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, mate.

[@brendonsmith2752]

G'Day Angus. I was a student at Claremont Primary from 1964 to 1969. My brother was there from1960 to 1966. A big disappointment to see what has become of the place.

[@angusthornett]

Yeah, Brendon. It's a shame.

[@Igloo3471]

Some businessman did buy the school site several years ago to redevelop it for housing but IIRC he got sick and ended up shelving the plans to recover from his illness and it ended up being set fire to by local bogan dropkicks at a rate of 4 times a fortnight for years.

[@malparish2938]

Thnx Angus & dog for another fascinating video

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Mal

[@phillipebrall9930]

How profound: ‘Histories are … mostly the biographies of young people’. Especially true of Tasmania. My Maternal Great Great Great Grandfather was 26 when he arrived in 1820, which made him almost old in his time.

[@angusthornett]

Yeah, it's worth taking into account when trying to understand them. Young and usually uneducated.

[@JamesMcivor-z6e]

great vid Gus , same can’t be said for state and local government

[@angusthornett]

Ha

[@viscash3606]

Another great episode. Not long enough ;). Would love to know more about Sth Arm and the families such as the Calverts, Potters, Gellibrands etc. and the development of the area

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, mate. Stay tuned.

[@ginanoble7203]

Thanks Luke,first time to your very interesting site.Have been in Tassie for 20 yrs and love to find out the history of this beautiful island.

[@mykelsalter7941]

​Hi Angus, thank you for all the videos, I have learned alot of hobarts & tasmania's past from you. I thank yu for opening my eyes to history i didnt know. Also while you have been making these videos have you got a favourite place or found out things you never knew. Thanks again

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, mate. Glad you enjoy them. I know about the subject before I begin making a video. But when you visit the location in person you'll usually piece new things together too. Definitely find out more in the process of production. I don't really have a favourite place in Hobart. Fort Nelson is particularly interesting though.

[@trevorsneath4665]

There's more than a few nice homes up here on the NW Coast that are ex-Anglican Churches that were sold off over the past 40 years. Another fascinating vid.

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Trevor.

[@FunzR32]

Awesome video as always Angus. My great uncle, David Coad writes books about Tasmania heritage, more so family stories and origins etc, (Think his last one was Lymington released last year, which is part of my family tree heritage) be cool if you looked into that, some interesting reads around family trees and original settlements there in the southern areas

[@rogana5158able]

Thanks

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, mate. Very much appreciate you supporting the channel with this donation. It does make a difference.

[@rogana5158able]

@@angusthornett you're welcome, please do a video about Oyster Cove, Dover or Penguin I had relations that used to and still do live in the area.

[@diannerowley9358]

I went to claremont primary school heartbreaking to see it like this. Love your video just brilliant.

[@allanmaccaul1465]

Love the countdown

[@BlobBlobsen]

Another fantastic and imformative video, excellent video work as always.

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, mate.

[@rushmorebig]

Thanks for the post and all your efforts.

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, mate.

[@noelerbs388]

Angus, thanks for your thoughtful narration of fascinating sites which would otherwise rarely, if ever, get onto the public consciousness.

[@denisesavage2382]

Fascinating story the ruins give. Thanks for sharing some of them.

[@samcragg88]

Another great video mate!

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, Sam

[@angie82175]

A beautiful video, thank you

[@pamelagahan5601]

Good point made.

[@formulafish1536]

Claremont Primary School 😭 My school life. I loved that school

[@anthonysmith434]

Thanks again Angus. Always looks forward to your content

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Anthony

[@Ubi_Qui]

Solid piece.

[@amandaroberts4867]

Really enjoy your history videos. They’ve answered so many of my questions about Hobart since arriving from Qld 2 years ago. Would you consider doing a story on Collinsvale (Bismarck). Can’t help noticing the similarities to Handorf in SA. Strange there is no township, PO general store or church left (apart from the modern Showgrounds).

[@Void_And_Absent]

good work

[@angusthornett]

Thank you

[@angusbidgood]

Loving the videos mate

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, mate.

[@stripeyhorse]

i went to abbotsfield primary. thats been gone a while.. great video mate..

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, dude. Lots of schools go away.

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

👍🏻 big ups Angus .. great video.

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, mate.

[@leandabee]

So sad and ominous of things to come 😢. Just wondering where that timber church is? You said Risdon Cove area? I bought a calendar too 👌😊

[@angusthornett]

2 Church Point Rd, Risdon TAS 7017

[@leandabee]

@@angusthornett thank you 😊

[@angusthornett]

You're welcome@@leandabee

[@katherinebennit5907]

Thank you. I wanted to know too.

[@MrWilliam.Stewart]

Angus for Premier.

[@angusthornett]

I'm unelectable.

[@jamesaus7727]

always love your content !!! would be so awesome to see you collab with Melbourne-based KZbin creator Phillip Mallis. He makes similar content to you but about Melbourne and would love to hear a colonial/early 1900s story around Vic and tassie so you and Phill could collab !

[@angusthornett]

Thanks, James.

[@IsometricAssets]

Wynyard used to have a mitre 10, hawthorn and that fella from the Block were there

[@TheCoolstuff103]

Great video! Keep them coming!!!

[@angusthornett]

Thank you

[@bigears4014]

The boiler exploded because the water pipe was leaking and contaminated with salt water which had caused bad corrosion

[@angusthornett]

Cheers, Bigears

[@SSDSledDogMusher]

awesome

[@Matt-yv2sr]

Nice of you to walk your mum's dog around so much !😂

[@NoName-ds5uq]

I knew straight away from the thumbnail which school it was. My old primary school.

[@aedvark]

With this current city council, the private hospital was never going to go ahead. And i'd say the old tennis court project will be forever in limbo. Bike lanes on the other hand....

[@jadesmith6823]

Sad but true. 🇦🇺

[@stevetabley3984]

Cinder blocks?? we're not in America !

[@darylburnet8328]

Good work Cobber. Im older than you but think you do a great job.

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Daryl. Glad you enjoy them.

[@Igloo3471]

The old New Town Catholic Tennis Club courts from memory were in Sunnyside Rd, New Town. Very nice quiet area, doubt the neighbours would be very receptive to having Housos on that site with all the trash and troubles that lot bring. Luke Bradshaw's gravesite, Luke Bradshaw died when he got drunk on his mate's boat in Prince of Wales Bay one Winter's evening back in 2014 and fell in and drowned aged 39.

[@louisesalter6278]

Thanks

[@angusthornett]

Thank you, Louise. Appreciated.