| Name: | Wreck of the Rodney |
| Location: | Moorara Station, Menindee Road (Darling) |
| Use: | Paddle Steamer |
| Constructed: | 1894 |
| Demolished: | 0 |
| Theme: | Agriculture |
| Condition: | Only remnant shell remains |
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Statement of Heritage Significance:
Architecture/Environment:
Skeleton remains of the hull of a paddle steamer destroyed by fire. Located in the Darling River between the stations of Moorara and Polia, only visible during low river.
History:
The ‘Rodney’ was set alight by striking shearers. The boat was carrying non-union shearers north to Tolarno Station. The remains of the steamer is a clear reminder of the turbulent confrontations surrounding the many shearers strikes of the 1890’s which significantly interrupted the pastoral industry which dominated the Shire.
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References:
Tullock D ‘The Historic Town of Wentworth.
Recording Date: 16/12/1988
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