Conrick, John, 1852-1926.

Dates:
Birth 1852
Death 1926

Biographical notes:

Conrick was born in Victoria. At the age of 19 he purchased cattle and drove them into the north of South Australia where he established Nappa Merrie Station on Cooper River. From there he explored further into the Diamantina country. He prided himself with his good relations with the Aborigines. Conrick has been described as a typical "explorer and squatter."

From the description of Papers. 1909-1926. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225717923

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Subjects:

  • Aboriginal Australians
  • Explorers
  • Ranchers
  • Wiradjuri language

Occupations:

  • Explorers
  • Graziers
  • Squatters

Places:

  • Australia--South Australia (as recorded)
  • Diamantina River (Qld. and S. Aust.) (as recorded)