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Local and Family History

Council History

The establishment of Council, election of its first councillors and the first Council Chambers.

Historic Ryde

A brief history of our area and heritage features and resources.

150 Years of the City of Ryde

Celebrate 150 years (sesquicentenary) of the City of Ryde with us.

Amplify: Oral Histories

A meeting place for cultural collections and artificial intelligence.

Local Studies

Resources to help you research the history of the area and the people who have lived here.

Family History

Resources available to research your family history.

Publications for Sale

Books on historical people and places.

Ryde Remembers | WWI Interactive Honour Board

View over 2,000 local service men and women who served in WWI as part of the Ryde Remembers 2014 - 2018 program to commemorate the centenary of ANZAC and WW1.

Ryde History Hub

Ryde History Hub provides new ways for the community to research and connect with the libraries’ history collections and enable the ongoing digital preservation of historical items, articles, and oral histories.

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