Historical information

The David Christmas memorial is situated on the south side of One Tree Hill Road, at Watsons Creek. As a young man, Welshman David Christmas had been transported to Van Dienman's Land for a relatively minor offence. In 1836, having received a pardon, he came to Port Phillip, where, in 1842, he was hired as a shepherd by district pioneer, Joseph Stevenson. In 1992, a roadside plaque commemorating the shepherd who gave his
name to the district was set in place over his presumed bush gravesite. The plaque was unveiled by two of Stevenson's grandsons, Bruce and Don Ness. FROM: Christmas Hills Past and Present, Yarra Glen & District Historical
Society, 2004.

1842-1992
In memory of
David Christmas
born Cardiganshire 1797
Transported to Van Dieman's Land
for the term of his natural life
1822
Granted a free pardon 1826
"From this humble shepherd these hills have gained their name"

Physical description

Roll of 35mm colour negative film, 1 strip (2 frames)

Inscriptions & markings

Fuji 200