Have you ever stopped and looked in awe at the beautiful workmanship and architectural skill used by our early tradesmen to create some of our oldest buildings? They arrived in a new and foreign country and paved the way for future generations. Sadly many of these buildings have not stood the test of time, being demolished to make way for modern buildings which, in turn, have made way for skyscrapers. However, when you drive into the Darling Downs region, it is hard not to notice the history that surrounds you ranging from the quaint worker's cottages to the spacious Queenslanders to the grand homesteads. In their prime, stations such as Glengallan, Talgai, Canning Downs and Goomburra were thriving communities.

My love of the Allora and Warwick region of the Darling Downs runs deep. This is largely due to the fact that I am a descendant of Edward and Jane Anderson of Allora, who were eariy pioneers in the district. My ambition to assist in Glengallan's restoration is in fact attributable to my grandmother who had many fond memories of the station. She remembered starting her schooling there as a little girl together with her cousins as her father was one of the many workers at the station. My efforts to help restore Glengallan to its former glory are dedicated to my grandmother.
My hobby business Mary's Memoirs and Nostalgic Charm is also named in her memory. In 2001 we reproduced an original subdivision map of Glengallan Station. The original maps are marked with the names of the purchasers from the auction as well as general details relevant at the time. The maps are a fascinating talking piece and a slice of family history pertinent to many in the district, as well as those further afield. Five dollars from every sale is being donated to the restoration trust.

As a follow-up to the Glengallan sub-division map sale, we have also released the 1912 subdivision of Talgai West that shows the advertised sale of 102 farms covering 22,500 acres. The map also reveals the surrounding family names as well as buildings of interest at the time, such as the creamery, school and township, Dalrymple Creek and of course the proposed farm sites. The map is in colour and is both educational and a talking point. Both maps would be of interest to family, historians, historical societies and schools. Please contact Timeless Antiques to assist you. It goes without saying that if you are also interested in the Andersons of Allora I would love to hear from you.