Kevin Carter is passionate about local history, so he was a natural choice as guest speaker at the Fellowship First Fleeters Mid North Coast Chapter's annual general meeting.
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President of the Bulahdelah Historical Society, Kevin spoke about the history of Bulahdelah and Alum Mountain, which was once an important source of the mineral alunite, used as a fertiliser and also used in the textile industry.
The mining, which took place between 1878 and 1950, has left its legacy in the form of the mountain's profile.
Kevin spoke about the stories and characters associated with the history of the mountain. He has a background in forestry and the National Parks and Wildlife Service.
The chapter elected a new committee at annual general meeting.
President is Malcolm Tompson, secretary Heather Bath, treasurer Margaret Pople, program officer John Marsden, activities officer Ronne Webb, newsletter editor Glenda Smith, minutes officer Glenda Smith, publicity officer Jennifer Low, membership officer Malcolm Tompson and webmaster Malcolm Tompson.
Liz Martin acted as returning officer on short notice.
