I am a local history researcher and primary school teacher. My first published book gives a glimpse into the fascinating history behind the street names of the city of Gladstone, Queensland, Australia. Our local newspaper, the Gladstone Observer, publishes my articles about local history from Monday to Friday in a column called “Milestones” which details day-to-day events in the district over the years. Many of these articles feature historical accounts of the many people who have played a part in the development of the Gladstone region.

Paulette, I have some old photos of Gladstone that you might like to have. Could you email me please?
Hi Paulette, stumbled across your blog whilst googling the net – great work! Im a keen historian of Australian cinemas and theatres, and also Editor of “CinemaRecord Magazine” for the Australia-wide Cinema & Theatre Historical Society” http://www.caths,org.au In our next edition of the magazine, l have reported on the recent demolition of the Civic Theatre- and the passing of Keith Upton. I’ve found it very hard to find any photos- recent, but particular older pics of the Civic, particularly when it was running… and nothing on the early years. Im keen to use some in our magazine and am hoping that you may have something or could possibly point me in the right direction? As Issue 1 for 2013 is due within the next few weeks l have little time do do much than a photographic report on the Civic’s demise, but in the following one (june) would be very keen to run an article on the “theatres of Gladstone” and maybe even Keith and the Upton families contribution to entertaining the locals. Olympia/Lincoln/Civic/Regent?Embassy/Glen.. all interesting! Perhaps you or someone else keen on recording local history would be interested in this project? Anyway, Im glad that l stumbed across your blog and hope that you might find time to drop me a line if you think you might be able to assist in any way. Keep up the good work! Thanking you in anticipation! Kind Regards, Kev.
Thanks Kevin. Sounds like a story I’d be really interested, as I’m rapt in the history of the picture theatres in Gladstone. Replying by email to you.
Hi Kevin Did you receive my email?
Hi Paulette. I am researching my family tree and mum suggested contacting you. Please email me and I will provide more thorough information.
Hi Stacey, Sorry. Hadn’t checked my blog for a while, and for some reason your comment didn’t come through on my email. Will email you and Mum.
Hi Paulette, My name is Jane Young and I am your second cousin. My mother being Ronda Pickering. My daughter Stacey Clarke has tried contacting you to no avail. She is doing our family tree. Please contact me on bigred31@bigpond.com or Stacey on csclarke2005@gmail. warm regards, Jane