Conrick, John, 1852-1926.

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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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Place Name Admin Code Country
Australia--South Australia
Diamantina River (Qld. and S. Aust.)
Subject
Aboriginal Australians
Explorers
Ranchers
Wiradjuri language
Occupation
Explorers
Graziers
Squatters
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Birth 1852

Death 1926

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