Memories of Mosman

  • Origin of the name of Pursell Avenue  1951—1960s – Donal Carr

    Pursell Avenue was named after the Pursell family who lived in a large house on the east side of the street overlooking Middle Harbour and The Spit.… more

  • At Killarney School  1944—1945 – Donal Carr

    I was enrolled at Killarney School in Killarney Avenue Mosman in 1944 and 1945. I recall that in my first year there I had to lie down and be quiet af… more

  • The hoopla craze on Somerset Street  1950—1956 – Lindsay Harvey

    My Mother and Dad came from Hurstville to live in Mosman as a result of my Dad serving at Georges Heights in 1939 as a Conscript. Dad liked Mosman so… more

  • 26 years in Muston St  1954 —1980 – Linda Cairnes

    I found this website today, quite by accident, as I was watching the announcement of the 16th visit of Queen Elizabeth soon to come. Her 1st visit had… more

  • Growing up in Noble Street  1950s—1960s – Alan Harvey

    Growing up in #14 Noble Street Mosman in the 50’s/60’s was a combination of “Leave It To Beaver”, “Happy Days” and “Nightmare on Elm St”! 1… more