The Forgotten Battle The Battle of Crete is one of the least researched episodes in World War II history but, thanks to research done by Southern Downs author, Deborah Wheeler, the story will be told in her new book “Silk … Continue reading →
Warwick Book Launch Deborah Wheeler held the Warwick launch of her new book “Silk Clouds & Olive Trees: Stories from the Battle of Crete” to an attentive gathering. Her book, which is the culmination of research about 10 Australians who … Continue reading →
Silk Clouds & Olive Trees – Inspiring It was truly a stirring occasion to attend the pre-book launch of “Silk Clouds & Olive Trees” by Warwick historian and author, Deborah Wheeler. The forgotten Battle of Crete and local families involvement … Continue reading →
Virtual memorial honours Stanthorpe First World War Kyoomba Sanatorium As the Southern Downs prepares for the return of traditional Anzac Day services, an exciting digital preservation project is underway to honour an important piece of the region’s wartime history. Little … Continue reading →
Warwick Central State Primary School student, Amelia Norton, was excited to read her older brother’s copy of My Pop was a Kangaroo ANZAC. Amelia recognised the cover of the book immediately when her Grandmother took her to visit me over … Continue reading →
The Southern Free Times newspaper interviewed author Deborah Wheeler in April 2019 in her historic Warwick home. Here is a short extract – “With Anzac Day a week away today Warwick author Deborah Wheeler is putting her support behind injured … Continue reading →
Warwick author, Deborah Wheeler, is putting her support behind injured veterans to ensure they have access to rehabilitation services to aid their recovery. Ms Wheeler’s latest book, My Pop Was a Kangaroo Anzac, tells the story of her grandfather, … Continue reading →
Review for Kyoomba Sanatorium 1916 – 1935 by Assoc Prof Cliff Pollard AM Deborah Wheeler has performed a tremendous service for the military history of this country and especially for those who served in the First World War, in her … Continue reading →
A recent review of Deborah C Wheeler’s book My Pop Was A Kangaroo ANZAC by Christina Houen. To read the full review go here. War Stories for children – by Christina Houen Feb 19, 2019. I would normally not review … Continue reading →
Hello Deborah, We just wanted to let you know that we have received the amazing, beautifully illustrated book you have written and sent to us. George and I are very impressed that you have documented the contributions and sacrifices by … Continue reading →
