Listen "Episode 33 - Warrock Homestead Mini Series Pt.2"
Episode Synopsis
Casterton Connections Kane Forbes chats and unpacks a few of the recollections, relationships, events and intrigues that envelope the history of Warrock Station with past owner Gavin Larkins.Gavin, wife Carol and children David, Peter, Andrew and Bridget accepted the role of custodians of George Robertsons 1843 homestead purchasing it from the Patterson descendants around 30 years ago. Gavin’s respect for History recounts his efforts to always value the stories and self- sufficient settlement while facing the challenge of its National Trust Heritage Listing.Kane’s meticulous research respectfully shapes the discussions of Easter Sunday Open Days which drew hundreds of eager visitors to see the 30 buildings come alive highlighting a bygone era. Warrock’s fascination is not purely found in its ‘Birthplace of the Kelpie” title but also its Museum, Victoria’s largest free standing Conservatory of it’s time, Film set, and the mystic encounters with past owners George and Mary Robertson which Gavin recalls.The Larkins family handed over custodianship to present owner Scott Farquharson and so Warrock’s history lives on and one ponders did George and Mary Robertson ever envisage such a dynasty would remain .
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