
Wright, Davenport, and Co’s Marrickville Boot Factory, powered by Charles Halliday’s engine and boiler, 1874. The factory and company have long since disappeared, Halliday’s has lived on.
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By 1858, Halliday’s were well settled in Erskine Street at what was to be the business’ location until their move to Sussex Street over a century later; number 16 as shown in one of the earliest maps from the era. Later records show they had…
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Report of the voyage of the Frances Walker that brought Charles Halliday to Australia, Sydney Morning Herald, 28 October 1852,
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This oscillating engine made by Charles Halliday c 1870 has been restored and is now a part of the collection of the Powerhouse Museum. The curator notes, “Oscillating engines differ from other steam engines in that the cylinder rocks, rather than being stationary. This rocking…
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Hospital ship Wanganella, one of Halliday’s major repair and servicing jobs during WWII (State Library of Victoria image). The arrival of peace and the ensuing conclusion of United States Army activities make this a fitting time to express our thanks to those who have shared…
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The final workshop move to 26 Mansfield Street, Rozelle occurred in 1980. Robert Halliday (5th Generation), employed by Halliday Brothers since 1974, together with a partner (Allen Perry) offered to buy out the shareholders.
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Relocating to Sussex Street in 1963 Halliday Brothers concentrated on marine and general engineering repairs.
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A major milestone was achieved when ‘Halliday Brothers’ repaired and refitted the ‘Berrima’, the first troop ship to leave Australia for New Guinea in World War 1.
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