Historical information

Hotels described include: Evelyn Arms Hotel or Tunnel Camp Hotel or Half-Way House, the Diamond Reef Hotel, the Loyal Diamond Lodge Hotel and the Royal Mail Hotel all located in Diamond Creek during a rapid population growth in Diamond Creek in the 1860s.

Significance

This small publication discusses the history of local hotels in the Diamond Creek area during a significant period of development in the 1860s when mining took place in the local area. The history of hotels connects to the wider history and important social and civic link to the community at that time.

Physical description

[10] p. includes text and very poor photocopy reproductions of historical photographs. Perfect bound with plastic front cover only.

Inscriptions & markings

EDHS Property stamp on front cover