From pioneering squatter to champion of the people, Henry Foster's life helped shape both Warrnambool and Victoria.
Leaving behind a promising medical career in London, Foster arrived at St Mary's Run in 1842 and became a trusted caregiver, community leader and advocate for settlers. Foster was revered by those who knew him, but would pay dearly for putting men's lives before the cruel injustices of the government. Discover the extraordinary story of the man who helped lay the foundations of Warrnambool, played a significant role in landmark events such as Eureka and the Burke and Wills expedition, and earned a reputation for courage, fairness and compassion during the gold rush.
Beverley Foster joins the Warrnambool & District Historical Society for this special presentation on the remarkable life of her ancestor, Henry Foster, based on her new book Tall Poppy on the Goldfields.