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During the 1850s to mid 1870s, over 300 families and individuals migrated from the village of
Nieder-Weisel in Hessen, a province of Germany, to Australia in search of work and wealth
generated by the fabulous gold rush in the Colony of Victoria.
To commemorate this momentous shift of people and the contribution that they made to Australian society,
our group is raising funds to erect a memorial plaque in the church yard at Nieder-Weisel.
You are invited to participate in this project.
Latest News
- Initial details of the event are being put together, the memorial ceremony will take place on Sunday 3rd October
- Accommodation options include the Johanniter Hotel and other options in Nieder-Weisel and nearby Butzbach
- An Australia v Germany Kegel (German Skittles) Tournament is planned for Saturday October 2nd
- There are many nearby towns and attractions to explore whilst visiting Nieder-Weisel
Nieder-Weisel - 1844 and today
Contacts to find out more information on the Nieder-Weisel Memorial
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