The Highlands Soldiers Settlement Scheme (now known as Highvale)

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Reference numberPRLPC-P1396/3

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TitleThe Highlands Soldiers Settlement Scheme (now known as Highvale)DescriptionFarmer working in a banana plantation on the side of a mountain. Banana cultivation was one of the district's main industries until it was wiped out by Bunchy Top disease in the late 1920s when the government ordered the destruction of plantations.Record typePhotographFormat typePhysicalOriginal format colourSepia

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CollectionPine Rivers Library Photographic Collection

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PlaceHighvale (Qld.)Subject (keywords)soldier settlementssettlementssoldier settlersfarmersagricultural workersfarmsplantationsbanana plantationsbanana palmsfruit trees

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Access restrictionsPhysical copy restrictedRestrictions on useRestrictions varyConditions of useYou may print, copy or download images for private research. This image may be reproduced for non-commercial purposes with acknowledgement. [e.g. Image courtesy of City of Moreton Bay, reference number PRLPC-P0001] To obtain copies for commercial purposes or of a higher resolution, contact local.history@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. Charges apply

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The Highlands Soldiers Settlement Scheme (now known as Highvale)