Latest release ... available 9 November 2025 ... print & audiobook

Along the tracks of Cobb and Co.
Jimmy the Whip


​​Cobb & Co. Heritage Books –​
​Tales of Grit, Bushrangers, and ​Bold Pioneers

​⭐Step Into the Era of Cobb & Co.
Where bushrangers lurked, floods and fires tested endurance, and the spirit of adventure prevailed.
Experience the thrill and peril of early coach travel—a time shaped by courage, grit, and resilience.

⭐Meet the Trailblazers Who Shaped a Nation
Discover the pioneers who operated 'under the style of Cobb and Co.' and other bold figures who helped shape modern Australia.
From 1854 to 1924, Cobb & Co. was more than a coach service—it was a lifeline, connecting communities, delivering mail, and carrying passengers across the vast, untamed landscape.

⭐A Vivid Tapestry of Australia’s Past
This captivating book series presents daily life through firsthand accounts, historical archives, and poetic charm.
From amusing anecdotes to authentic tales of heroism, each story brings history to life.

⭐Over 600 Photographs and Archival Treasures
Each page opens a window into the spirit and struggles of Australia’s pioneering past, featuring historical images and vivid storytelling.

⭐​What Readers Are Saying
“A historically significant book series by Australia’s most acclaimed Cobb & Co. author, an essential read for history enthusiasts.”
— John Osborne OAM, Toowoomba, Queensland

Print books
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Each book tells its own story—together, they bring Cobb & Co.’s journey to life.

"As you know I bought the set of your 'Along the tracks of Cobb and Co.' books and I am impressed to say the least. You have obviously put a vast amount of time and effort into creating this series and the result is fantastic. I am thoroughly enjoying reading them. Thank you and once again well done." Greg Cotter, Adelaide Lead, Victoria
eBooks

   Audiobooks   

"Just listened to this while I was feeding horses. Definitely kept me entertained and I found myself stopping to listen and rewinding every now and again. Plenty of anecdotes and facts scattered in.  ​Certainly worth a listen!" Will Pridham
Centenary Presentation: Celebrating Cobb & Co.
Author Hazel Johnson delivered a compelling presentation during the Surat–Yuleba Cobb & Co. Festival, held from 16 to 26 August 2024. The event commemorated 100 years since the final horse-drawn coach journey operated by the world-renowned firm Cobb & Co., which ran from Surat to Yuleba.

The presentation was honoured by the presence of Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Governor of Queensland; Professor Nimmo; and other distinguished guests.

​Now available in both print and eBook formats:
Along the Tracks of Cobb and Co. – The Roaring Days!
Professor Nimmo, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Governor of Queensland, and Hazel Johnson, at the Presentation by author Hazel Johnson, Cobb & Co Changing Station, Surat, 23 August 2024.
​Left to right - Dr Jim Thompson PSM (Queensland Museum Network CEO), Cr Geoff McDonald (Toowoomba Regional Council, Deputy Mayor), Mrs Hazel Johnson (Author), Mr John Osborne OAM (Volunteer Guide at Cobb+Co Museum, Toowoomba). Photo courtesy of John Elliott, photographer/writer.





Official Book Launch​
​Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. - Cobb's Coach Drivers
1 December 2022
Upcoming releases
Children's Book ... 'Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. - Jimmy the Whip' ... release date October 2025
'Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. - Queensland'  ... release 2026
'Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. - Western Australia in research stage
Thank you for your support in keeping Australian history alive. By purchasing these books, you are helping to uncover, preserve, and share the rich tapestry of our nation’s past—ensuring that future generations can learn from it, appreciate it, and be inspired by the stories that shaped Australia. Your contribution allows history to speak for itself—authentic, untold, and waiting to be rediscovered.

 Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the Cobb and Co. stage coaches travelled.
We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging, and,
​extend our deep respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Public Group - 'Cobb and Co.'