“We should strive by might and main
To hold our precious prize,
To live in peace and harmony,
Beneath our sunny skies.
Think of those who have passed away,
They grubbed the great gum trees
They blazed the track with fire and axe,
All for you and me ...
Those were the times of grit and graft,
In the days of Cobb and Co.”
To hold our precious prize,
To live in peace and harmony,
Beneath our sunny skies.
Think of those who have passed away,
They grubbed the great gum trees
They blazed the track with fire and axe,
All for you and me ...
Those were the times of grit and graft,
In the days of Cobb and Co.”
Reflecting on the stern austerity of pioneering days gradually giving way to the progress of civilisation, we once again remember the ramping, roaring days when the Royal Mail was operated by Cobb and Co. "What a wealth of romance and adventure the very name suggests ... But oh! they were good days; rough days, quart pot days, damper days, perhaps ; but still they were big, brave, generous days—days ‘when the world was wide,’ to quote Henry Lawson."
Immerse yourself in the pages of this book and experience a 'flood of recollections' from the roaring days of Cobb and Co. Relish an array of amusing anecdotes and tales that capture the 'grit & graft' of the age. Let the romance and poetic charm of the times sweep you away, bringing to life the spirit and stories of a bygone era.
Embark on a journey that begins with the infamous 'snake in the trousers' tale. Venture through the remarkable courage of Mrs. Mary Jinks, a mother of twelve, and the unfortunate swagman named Tom McBride. Traverse the deep, untamed creeks and billabongs that proved too challenging to cross. Relive the 'Bail up!' moments experienced by Cobb and Co. coach driver Palmer, who recounted, "As for me, I never carried a pistol the whole time I was driving; it was no good trying that on, for if I had done so, and the bushrangers got wind of it, they would have shot me. For that reason, few drivers carried arms." Along the way, discover countless anecdotes that illuminate the true spirit of the pioneers, where the heart and grit of early Australia shine through.
Immerse yourself in the pages of this book and experience a 'flood of recollections' from the roaring days of Cobb and Co. Relish an array of amusing anecdotes and tales that capture the 'grit & graft' of the age. Let the romance and poetic charm of the times sweep you away, bringing to life the spirit and stories of a bygone era.
Embark on a journey that begins with the infamous 'snake in the trousers' tale. Venture through the remarkable courage of Mrs. Mary Jinks, a mother of twelve, and the unfortunate swagman named Tom McBride. Traverse the deep, untamed creeks and billabongs that proved too challenging to cross. Relive the 'Bail up!' moments experienced by Cobb and Co. coach driver Palmer, who recounted, "As for me, I never carried a pistol the whole time I was driving; it was no good trying that on, for if I had done so, and the bushrangers got wind of it, they would have shot me. For that reason, few drivers carried arms." Along the way, discover countless anecdotes that illuminate the true spirit of the pioneers, where the heart and grit of early Australia shine through.
Thank you for your interest in letting Australian history 'speak for itself.' By purchasing this book, you contribute directly to my ongoing efforts to uncover and preserve the rich tapestry of our nation's past, ensuring that future generations can learn from and appreciate the stories that have shaped our country.