Eden Timeline

A Glance At Eden's Rich History TimeLine

From the early habitation of the Tharwa people of the Yuin Nation, through European settlement up to today, Eden’s affinity with the ocean is deep. Whales, whaling and fishing have played a large part in the development of the town. The Greenseas fish cannery was a major industry for 40 years in Eden.

Killer whales have been key players in the history of whaling starting with the Tharwa, 6,000 years ago, and ending with the Davidson whaling family. The Orcas are now returning to Eden and are part of the whale watching attractions. Eden, in Twofold Bay, was designated a town in 1843 by Sir George Gipps, Governor of the colony of New South Wales, Australia. George Gipps was Private Secretary to George Eden, Earl of Auckland, Governor-General of India from 1836 to 1842 and he had been First Lord of the Admiralty.

Timeline

2011
2011

St Joseph’s Primary School founded by Mary McKillop closed.

2013
2013

The Australasia Hotel (aka The Pit) sold. Strong public opposition to the demolition of the building ensues.

2017
2017

$44 million wharf extension commenced construction in August.

2019
2019

August 4thEden Wharf Extension Opened.

 

September 15th – the first cruise ship Pacific Explorer docks at the wharf.

2020
Jan 2020

Eden threatened by the Border Fire. Hundreds of residents and tourists evacuated.

April 2020

April – work commences on the restoration of the Australasia Hotel.