One of the original properties in the Kelly Country
- Nearest towns
History at Wappan before the KellyGang
First taken up by overlanders from New South Wales in 1837 to 1840. The licence to Wappan was held by John Bon (30,000 acres). Gilbert Kennedy was a key player in the early days of the property that originally, under Watson and Hunter included Barjar, Dueran, Maindample, Mt Battery, Preston, and Loyola.
Where did the name Wappan come from
After the Aboriginal name for the Delatite River, Wappang
The original aboriginal owners
The first selectors
State of selections in 1866 (Argus12/10/66)
Photograph
Map
Original neighbouring properties
- North
- South
- West
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What was Wappan like in the late 1870's
Links to the KellyGang
Rivers Creeks and Hills near Wappan
What happened at Wappan after the time of the KellyGang
What is happening at Wappan today