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Hallidays Works c 1874

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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Hallidays Works c 1860

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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Halliday’s Oscillating Machine

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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Behind the Scenes WWII

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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