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Deni History
We’re all about Deniliquin’s History and we’ll have as much history here as we can find for you.
The content on this website is under constant development as piecing together history can be a complicated task especially in these pandemic times but we hope that you will enjoy what you read and keep checking back as more information is added.
Below is all the sections that have been recently added to the page and above is “Deni History Topics” and that link will take you to the list of topics and all you have to do is click/tap on what you want to read or just click/tap on “Load More Posts” to see more posts and click/tap on the one you want to read.
Our Topics
Deniliquin High in 2013
A look at how Deniliquin High looked from the outside in 2013.
Deniliquin High School Fire – November 29, 2025
Deniliquin High School has heavily damaged by fire on the morning of November 29, 2025.
Local Family History
Family history can be a really interesting part of life, but it can have its challenges.
The old Deniliquin R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre site – July 2025
A look at the site of the old R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre in July 2025.
The Old KFC Building – May 2025
The KFC building remains fenced off as it slowly decays in parts while its gardens continue to flourish.
The old Deniliquin R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre – April 2025
The status of the old Deniliquin R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre – April 2025
Old Burchfield’s Building – October 2024
Old Burchfield’s Building – October 2024
The Old KFC Building – October 2024
The old KFC site in October 2024.
The old Deniliquin R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre – October 2024
We returned to the old Deniliquin R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre in October 2024 to see if any changes happened in the last thirteen months.
A Tribute to Our Friend Brendan Green
We pay tribute to the late Brendan Green, a friend to us, a friend to Deniliquin and so many others.
Deniliquin Skate Park – May 2024
The dirt is piling up at Deniliquin Skate Park, a sign of good progress.
Dust Storm – December 1944
A big dust storm hit Deniliquin in December 1944 and here are some photographs of the event.
What was the Hartwood Monster?
What was the Hartwood Monster? Real or fictional, it was a good story.
Did you know?
The facts about the wonderful town called Deniliquin.
Deniliquin Skate Park – February 2024
Deniliquin Skate Park was closed to the public on February 5, 2024, to allow for demolition of the park and the creation of a new one.
The Commercial Hotel Fire of 1884
The Commercial Hotel in Deniliquin was set on fire in the early hours of February 14, 1884, killing four and injuring one.
RSL Tennis Courts – August/September 2023
A look at the RSL Courts while they are still there.
Old Burchfield’s Building – August/September 2023
A look at the Burchfield’s building in August and September 2023.
The old Deniliquin R.S.S.I.L.A and Community Centre – August/September 2023
If you loved the old R.S.S.I.L.A building (RSL Club) that turned into the Community Centre, you might not want to look at these photos.
Deniliquin Basket Ball Association Premiership Teams
The list of Deniliquin Basket Ball Association Premiers and their line-ups.
Tipped over at The Bend (January 19 2023)
Another truck came unstuck just off the bridge.
Sinkhole – November 28, 2022
A sinkhole formed in George Street after a sewer collapse.
List of Former Deniliquin Businesses
Businesses come and businesses go but they are always remembered.
This list list as many former businesses as possible.
The Deniliquin Ghost of 1937
A ghost was reportedly seen in Cressy Street in 1937, was it a ghost or just locals stirring up people early in the morning?
Deniliquin’s Cordial, Beer and Milk Bottles
Deniliquin has had a lot of Breweries and Dairies in its time and here is a bit of information about the beer, cordial and milk makers.
Postcards of Deniliquin
Many postcards have been made showing the sights of town, here is just a small selection of them.
Deniliquin’s Radio History
Deniliquin’s radio history is long and interesting, it has survived fires, business sales and more and continues to entertain the people today.
The Principals of Deniliquin High
Here is the list of Principals who have led Deniliquin High School from 1954 to 2022.
Ping Pong Park
This is a brief story about what was once Ping Pong Park.
Lyceum Theatre
The Lyceum Theatre existed on the spot that was later taken up by the Regent Theatre and now is a Church.
The original building does exist in a different form on the north side of town.
Deniliquin Basket Ball Association History
Deniliquin’s Basketball History has been around for a very long time.
The Search for Tunnels in Deniliquin – Fact or Rural Legend?
Tunnels in Deniliquin? We investigated whether this was true or not.
Google Street View images of Deniliquin from 2008
Google Street View takes a long time to update and that gave us an opportunity to look at Deniliquin life back in 2008.
The North Tennis Courts 1928-2019
The North Tennis Courts opened in 1928 and served the community for just over ninety years before demolition of the courts had taken place.
The Search for the Methodist Church
When we heard about a theatre being planned for Cressy Street in the 1930’s, we had to go find out exactly where it was going to be and by the end of the search, we discovered quite a bit of history.
Movies that were shown at the Regent Theatre (Edwardes Street location)
Here is a list of movies that were shown at the Edwardes Street location of the Regent Theatre
Deniliquin Football Teams History
A list of Football teams that have existed or are existing in Deniliquin.
Deniliquin’s Café and Diner History
Deniliquin has had a lot of Cafe’s and Diners over time and we’re attempting to list them all and tell you a little bit about them.
Movies that were shown at Town Hall
Movies were shown in the Town Hall from the early 20th century and the era ended in the 1950’s as the Regent Theatre.
Deniliquin’s Hotel History
We take a look at the history of Deniliquin’s many hotels.
Many are long demolished but some are still around and are serving patrons to this day.
Movies that were shown at the Lyceum Theatre
A list of movies that were shown at Lyceum Theatre (Lyceum Hall).
Deniliquin Building Fires Throughout Time
A list of Buildings either Businesses or Schools that caught fire in Deniliquin over time
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