Many huts like this was built in the 1860’s.

The Megalong Valley was where shale had been found (shale makes kerosene for lighting)

The early  farmers were called squatters because they didn’t own the land, but paid a type of

rent to the government.

What was the job of the man who lived in this hut?

Look at the timber walls. Why do you think it was called a ‘slab’ hut?

What is the  chimney made from? 

What is different about the window in this hut compared to modern windows?

How many people lived in this hut?

Where did they get  their furniture?

What materials do you think he has used to make  their clothes?

What food did they eat? How did they keep their onions?

This hut was built in the 1840’s before gold was discovered.

The Megalong Valley  was then a green and peaceful

valley where a few shepherds worked on the sheep runs of the local settlers.

What was the job of the man who lived in this hut?

Look at the timber walls. Why do you think it was called a  bark hut?

What did they use for a door?

Where did the shepherd get his furniture?

What materials do you think he has used to make his mattress?

Does this shepherd live alone? How do you know?

The Miners Hut