Photograph, Mullawullah (King Billy) memorial in the Ballaarat New Cemtery, 2021

Historical information

Mullawullah was born c1821, and was thought to be a member of the Burrumbeet Balug of the Wadawurrung people. For some time Mullawullah lived at Ercildoun Station, owned by Sir Samuel Wilson. Mullawullah died at Ballarat Base Hospital on 23 September 1896, and his funeral on 23 September attracted a large crowd.

Physical description

Memorial to Mullwullah in the Ballaarat New Cemetery

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