Lake Macquarie History

Interview with Mark Wyborn

Mark Wyborn is a Lake Macquarie City Council employee. At the time he was an an Assets Inspector, and his duties involved ensuring maintenance and compliance of council property. In this interview he recalls the flooding at Lake Macquarie Art Gallery and efforts to protect the valuable art works from the water.

photo: damaged carpet being removed from lake macquarie city council chambers, following flood damage during the june 2007 storm

Acknowledgement of Country

We remember and respect the Ancestors who cared for and nurtured this Country. It is in their footsteps that we travel these lands and waters. Lake Macquarie City Council acknowledges the Awabakal people and Elders past, present and future.

Council acknowledges traditional custodians throughout Australia. We commit to listening deeply to and collaborating with First Peoples in our work.

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