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Cockatoo Island

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  • Men to be stationed on Cockatoo Island

    Men are stationed on Cocktoo Island to quarry stone, to be used for construction. Source

  • Began operation as a Convict gaol

    Originated as a penal settlement. Source

  • Fitzroy Dock Construction Commences

    Dock was named in honour of NSW Governor Sir Charlges Augustus Fitz Roy. Source

  • Development as a shipyard (date not precise)

    Owing to its location, Cockatoo Island was developed into a shipbuilding facility (hence the photo of HMAS Adelaide). Source

  • Ended operation as Convict gaol (date not precise)

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  • Fitzroy Dock completed (date not precise)

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  • School for girls started (date not precise)

    An industrial school for girls was started, with a recreation area for boys from the training ships. Source

  • Reverted back to gaol (date not precise)

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  • Commonwealth Naval Dockyard (date not precise)

    Cockatoo Island becomes the Commonwealth Naval Dockyard, Australia builds first steel warship. Source

  • Major activity

    The Fall of Singapore necessitates an increased rate of production - Cockatoo Island becomes a major shipbuildling facility. Source

  • Additional development (date not precise)

    Until 1965, Cockatoo Island is developed further, enabling it to refit and construct various submarines and destroyers. Source

  • End of World War II

  • Cessation of dock/shipbuilding work (date not precise)

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  • New owners

    The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust is given the task of operating and maintaining the site, including restoration work. Source

  • All Tomorrow's Parties Day 1

    All Tomorrow's Parties is a retro-themed musical event. Source

  • All Tomorrow's Parties Day 2

    All Tomorrow's Parties is a retro-themed musical event. Source

  • Start of 17th Biennale of Sydney

    The 17th Biennale was a major visual arts event that attracted over 157,000 visitors. Source

  • Cockatoo Island listed as UNESCO World Heritage site

    Along with 10 other 'Australian Convict Sites', Cockatoo Island is granted heritage status by The World Heritage Committee, during its meeting in Brazil. Source

  • End of 17th Biennale of Sydney

    The 17th Biennale was a major visual arts event that attracted over 157,000 visitors. Source