Kooragang & The Relics of Ash Island

At the edge of Newcastle lies Kooragang Island—a landscape shaped by water, industry, and time. Once a cluster of fertile islands supporting farms, families, and a thriving agricultural community, it’s now a place where ruins, wartime relics, and restored wetlands sit side by side. In this video, we explore the forgotten history of Ash Island—from pioneering settlers and dairy farms to World War II radar stations—uncovering the layers of a landscape that has been built, broken, and slowly brought back to life. Subscribe to see more places and learn about stories from this region and beyond. ☕️🍻 Your support is much appreciated, and I'd never turn it down if you bought me a coffee or shouted me a beer! https://buymeacoffee.com/the.bygones Thanks for dropping by! 🎥 The Scott Sisters of Ash Island: https://shorturl.at/0VFjB #NewcastleHistory #NewcastleNSW #AshIsland #MosquitoIsland #Kooragang #AustralianHistory #HiddenHistory #ColonialHistory #HistoricalStories #ExploreNSW