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Richmond Oral History Project 1983-1984

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DescriptionTranscripts of oral histories relating to the early years of European settlement in Richmond, Tasman (New Zealand).

In October 1983 the then Richmond Borough Council appointed David Runnacles and Les Slater to undertake a research project on the history of the town. In early 1984 the project was expanded with Lisa Van Wessel and Louise Charters appointed to assist. Part of the project involved the gathering of oral histories, or recollections, about early Richmond from residents of the Borough, with the majority of interviews pertaining to pre-1940's Richmond.

A cassette recorder was used to record interviews with older people in the community. Most of the people interviewed for the project were in their seventies, eighties and nineties when interviewed in 1983-1984. Sadly most of the cassette recordings have been lost.

Those interviewed in these oral histories reveal details about their private lives and personal experiences. Because of this we ask that you approach this material with respect for the individuals whose points of view and memories are recalled here.

These oral histories express the memories and opinions of the interviewees and do not represent the views of the Tasman District Council.

PLEASE NOTE: These oral histories mention or contain accounts of death, war, natural disasters, suicide and other content that may be upsetting to some people. Children and young adults please check with a parent or trusted adult.

These oral histories have not been verified for accuracy and may contain incorrect information. The views and opinions expressed in these oral histories are those of the interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Tasman District Council.

We would like to add a photograph of the person interviewed to each of these oral histories. If you have a photograph of one of the people below please contact us.

Date1983-1984Subject/KeywordInterviewsOral history transcriptsRichmond Borough CouncilTasman District Council

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Muir McGlashen on the 1929 Murchison Earthquake and Richmond floods

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Richmond Oral History Project 1983-1984