AS you would know, I am particularly fascinated by the history of recreational and commercial fishing, boat building and the oyster industry in Port Stephens – from the Worimi people through to the mid-1800s on to modern day methods.

Over the years I have collected hundreds of old black and white photographs that give an insight into the wonderful local history.

With your help I hope to expand on my collection which will eventually become a valued part of the Tomaree Museum to be constructed on the Tomaree Peninsula at a venue to be decided.

My vote goes to Tomaree Headland.

I would appreciate a copy of any old photos that you are willing to share, documents or artefacts which tell the story of this wonderful place in which we live. The museum will focus on the Worimi folk, pioneering families, timber, tourism and the War years.

Please forward any item of interest to stinkerfishing@yahoo.com.

By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE