Archaeologist breaks silence on Kings Meadows Convict Station

Rob Inglis
January 15 2020 - 6:00pm
The unearthing of the Kings Meadows Convict Station, dating back to 1837, followed an excavation of the site in November 2018 as part of works on a City of Launceston-approved subdivision.
The unearthing of the Kings Meadows Convict Station, dating back to 1837, followed an excavation of the site in November 2018 as part of works on a City of Launceston-approved subdivision.

The archaeologist who unsuccessfully nominated the Kings Meadows Convict Station for inclusion in the Tasmanian Heritage Register says the experience has highlighted to him that the state's archaeological community needs to take a more active role in ensuring historic sites are protected.

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Rob Inglis

Rob Inglis

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Rob Inglis is a reporter with The Examiner, covering state and federal politics. He is based in Hobart.

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