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24.01.2022 ONLY 3 Days until History Alive comes to the Rocklea Showgrounds! Dont miss out! Grab your tickets today to See History Come Alive this weekend. Tickets are still available online at Early Bird prices: Adult Day: $25 | Adult Weekend: $35... Child Day: $15 | Child Weekend: $20 Concession/Student Day: $15 | Concession/Student Weekend: $20 Family Day: $65 | Family Weekend: $75 Children under 5: Free https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=456035 Photo by Neda Lundie

24.01.2022 Have you ever wondered how a re-enactor becomes a re-enactor? Read all about it at the Queensland Living History Federation website: https://www.qlhf.org.au/

21.01.2022 Tents & flags are up! Horses & vehicles have arrived! But the re-enactors have gone to sleep! I think that they're dreaming of all the fun they'll have tomorrow when History Comes Alive! We're keeping the online ticket box open until 11:59pm tonight. Avoid the queues, grab your tickets online & breeze on through the gates and into History Alive! We'll see you tomorrow https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=456035&

21.01.2022 **Drum roll** The Winners of the History Alive Showbag Competition are Nev Mc and Keely Saxby Congratulations to you both!! A PM will be sent to you shortly with details on how you can claim your prize.... Thank-you everyone who entered. I hope we will see you all on Saturday when History comes Alive!!

18.01.2022 ONLY 24 hours left to snap up History Alive tickets at Early Bird Prices!! Get in quick before its too late & you're stuck in the ticket queue! https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=456035

18.01.2022 **NEWS FLASH** The Order of the Gryphon Jousting Team are coming direct to History Alive from the World Jousting Championships!! Dont miss some of the worlds finest Medieval Jousting as it comes to life at History Alive. To whet your appetites for Jousting, heres a sneak peek of The Order of the Gryphon in action recently - https://www.facebook.com/insigniaunderwater/videos/316770649014838/ Photographs:... Sir Luke Binks riding Siro, Photo by Garry Davenport; Lady Katrina Kruse riding Dreamer, Photo by Glen Percy; Lady Amanda Challen riding Nyx, Photo by Glen Percy. Video: Insignia Production Services.

17.01.2022 As sad as we are to have to postpone History Alive: A Journey Through Time until Winter 2021, we are thrilled to announce that our new website is up and running. As soon as we are able to schedule the 2021 festival, you will find all the details here: https://www.historyalive.com.au/

15.01.2022 Whos hungry for Roast Beef, Pork & Lamb Rolls with lashings of delicious gravy?! Well, hunger no longer, for Pattermores Meats will be serving their Award-Winning meats & delicacies at History Alive this year! From humble beginnings in 1870 to taking out the prestigious 2018 BEST ham In Australia Award, you know that you can always rely on Pattemores Meats for quality cuts served with good old fashioned care & courtesy!! https://pattemoresgourmet.com.au/

15.01.2022 We're almost ready to share our new website featuring festival details, our wonderful re-enactors, and how to buy tickets. Watch this space next week and be the first to get your tickets for History Alive: A Journey Through Time 2020.

14.01.2022 What a Day!! History well and truly came Alive yesterday at Rocklea & we're gearing up for another action packed day today. Tickets are still available to purchase at the Gate & here's a taste of what you'll see when History Comes Alive.

14.01.2022 One of our Competition Winners already has purchased tickets & would very kindly like to give their prize to someone else! So... after another dip into the hat full of names, our new Winner of a History Alive Showbag & free entry pass goes to Gypsy King! Congratulations, Gypsy King, we'll send you a PM with instructions on how to claim your prize! And thanks again to the lovely person who asked us to redraw the competition.

14.01.2022 The History Alive Showbag Competition has now Closed! Thank-you to all who entered. Please check back at 7.00pm when the Winners will be Announced!

14.01.2022 It is a beautiful cloudy morning here at History Alive. Gates are about to open. Come on down and see us.

13.01.2022 At History Alive 2020 (29-30 August), we are so excited to share the creativity, passion, and knowledge of our amazing re-enactors. Their knowledge spans two thousand years of food, fashion, and fighting and each encampment holds a wealth of inspiration and information. Over the next few months we'll be sharing images and stories of these fantastic people and the things they've made, built, and crafted. Photo by Mim Carrington of Oltramar

12.01.2022 Calling all collectors of Military Memorabilia!! Elitemilitaria Military Antiques is coming to the History Alive markets this year. Bringing a unique collection of original military medals, badges, helmets, swords, knives & other memorabilia from around the world plus non-firing replica firearms, youll be spoilt for choice. Honouring the sacrifices made during two world wars and other times of conflict, Elitemilitaria has gained a reputation for honest service and top-quality products!

12.01.2022 With ONLY 6 Days left until History comes Alive, who would like to WIN a History Alive Showbag containing a Free Ticket to History Alive this year? We have 2 Showbags to give away & it could be you who wins!! All you have to do is Like, Share and Comment on this Post to go into the draw to win one of our two History Alive Showbags each containing one (1) Weekend Family Ticket to History Alive plus a hat, drink bottle, can cooler, pen and stickers all within a History Al...ive cotton tote bag. The prize winners will be drawn at random from among those who have completed all three (3) actions Like, Share & Comment on this Post. The Competition will be open from 6.00 pm, Saturday June 8th and closes at 6.00 pm on Tuesday, 11th of June 2019. Well announce the 2 Lucky Winners on this page shortly after the Draw and contact the Winners via PM with details on how to claim their prize! Good luck!!

11.01.2022 **Announcement** the History Alive Event APP is now LIVE!! Start planning your journey through History NOW! Download our free Event APP from either the Google Play or Apple iTunes Stores & start exploring History Alive today. Please dont forget to leave some Feedback in the store after youve discovered our APP! The Queensland Living History Federation would like to acknowledge, and thank, the Team at VR NOW for developing our amazing History Alive Event APP. You guys Rock!!

11.01.2022 QLHF Group, the Baltic and Eastern European Ritterorden (BEER), re-enact the early years of the Teutonic Order in the Holy Lands from their victorious siege of Acre in 1189 through to 1250. With Clubs in the Eastern Suburbs of Brisbane, Qld and in Armidale, NSW, youre sure to find a BEER to suit your tastes!! See them this year at History Alive: A Journey Through Time.

10.01.2022 2/4 Field Regiment Honourable Artillery Company is group of passionate enthusiasts dedicated to honouring the history of Australia by accurately portraying elements of the Second World War of which Australia participated in. Through first person storytelling, display of equipment and wearing of period uniforms, the 2/4 Field Regiment aim to bring history to life. Take a tour of their fully interactive encampment at History Alive and youll discover how soldiers lived during the North African desert campaign of WWII!

10.01.2022 We're excited to be back at the Rocklea Showgrounds this year! With easy access and a central location, it's a great spot to experience the colour and excitement of History Alive: A Journey Through Time up close.

10.01.2022 Are you looking for a great coffee onsite? Come see the lovely ladies at Chiasso Coffee located upstairs in the air conditioned dining room. Coffee and a view!

09.01.2022 ONLY 2 MORE SLEEPS until History comes Alive at Rocklea Showgrounds!! Check out how excited Caesar of Chiasso Coffee Roasters is in this video clip! You'll see Caesar and much more at History Alive this weekend. Don't miss out!

09.01.2022 The Dumpling Master will be serving their mouth-watering dumplings this year at History Alive! Serving delicious dumplings to the greater South East Queensland region for many years, their pork/prawn Dumplings are a winner among the re-enactors! Also selling pork & vegetarian Buns, chicken Dim Sims, onion Pancakes, Fried Rice and vegetarian Spring Rolls, youll be lining up for more!

09.01.2022 History Alives Childrens Costume Competition! The childrens competition returns to History Alive in 2019. Its the perfect opportunity to get kids involved in history! This year we have introduced a special challenge of dressing as something or someone inspirational from history. Children will be asked during the competition about their costume and what they found inspirational about it. Dressing up is always heaps of fun, and memories are made from those moments. ... You can make the kids excited about the whole process by involving them in the costume preparations! We recommend jumping on Google or heading to the library, and looking through historical websites or books to choose a time period or person from history. We know not everyone is great with a sewing machine or needle and thread, but that doesnt mean you cant create accessories and props to go with a purchased costume. Because History Alive covers so many time periods, there are endless options for costumes! Youll see everything from Roman, Viking, Medieval, High Medieval, Renaissance, Napoleonic, Colonial, Victorian, 20th Century (until the 1970s). Prizes 1st Prize: 2-day family pass for History Alive: A Journey Through Time 2020, family portrait and a surprise 2nd Prize: 2-day family pass for History Alive: A Journey Through Time 2020 and a surprise 3rd Prize: 2-day family pass for History Alive: A Journey Through Time 2020 Here are the fine print details you need to know For children of general public: Costumes should be historical and based on historical periods represented during History Alive. The competition will be judged on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 of June in the Forum at 1:30pm Please ensure children are waiting beside the arena 10 mins prior to start. These are two separate competitions, with entrants allowed to enter only once (unless your child wears a different costume each day). Open to all children up to the age of 17 years. Children will be entered in to one of three categories under 6 year, 612 years and 12-17 years. A top three from each category will be chosen. Entry Forms (including a photo release form) must be completed by a parent/guardian at the information booth. Prizes awarded are non-cash and not redeemable for cash. All decisions made by the judges are final. For children of re-enactors Costumes should be historical and based on historical periods represented during History Alive. Only one competition will be judged for re-enactors children, at 11:30am on Sunday 16 June. Open to all children up to the age of 12. Children will be entered into one of two categories under 6 and 7-12. Entry Forms must be completed by parent/guardian at the entry gate and will include a photo release form for use of images of the entrant by History Alive or its Agents. Prizes awarded are non-cash and not redeemable for cash. All decisions made by judges are final. Photo Credit: David DeGroot

09.01.2022 Bringing their Skill at Arms & Drills to History Alive this year will be the legendary 2nd Lockyer Light Horse Troop. Aiming to uphold the traditions of the Australian Light Horse, the group adheres as closely as possible to the uniforms, equipment, skills & type of horse of the 2nd Lockyer Light Horse Regiment of 1914 to 1918. Participating in ceremonial events, displays, and competitions often in conjunction with other Light Horse Troops, The Troop strives to educate & entertain people about the military history & traditions of Australia's past.

06.01.2022 **Countdown ONLY 7 days** to go until History Comes Alive! Tickets are selling fast! Dont miss out on our Early Bird Discount when you purchase tickets online before June 15th! https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=456035

05.01.2022 History Alive Sponsor, Minelab Metal Detectors, is the world leader in providing metal detecting technologies for consumer, humanitarian demining and military needs. With over 30 years in the detecting business, Minelab has introduced more innovative and practical technology than their competitors and has taken the metal detecting industry to new levels of excellence. See Minelab metal detectors in action this year at History Alive! https://www.minelab.com/anz/

05.01.2022 **DON'T FORGET** to enter our Competition to win a Weekend Family Ticket to History Alive this year!! ONLY 5 Days left until History Comes Alive!

04.01.2022 **Reminder** that Esford Armoury returns to History Alive in 2019! Purveyor of Historically Accurate reproductions for the purpose of reenacment for the past 20 years, Esfords stock items such as Swords, Daggers, Costuming, Drinking Horns, Journals etc. But you better be quick to visit this unique market stall before the reenactors grab everything!! Photo by Brett Croese

04.01.2022 Have you downloaded the History Alive Event APP yet? Start planning your Journey Through Time today when you download the History Alive App from the Google Play Store / iOS Apps Store - Comes with the latest Map & Timetables... - And more info on the Groups, Stalls, Performers & Displays Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details iOS Apps Store: https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/history-alive/id1459601488 Image may contain: 1 person, outdoor

04.01.2022 The weather forecast for June 15 & 16 this year is looking to be bright & sunny So what better reason than to stop by the History Alive Souvenir Stall and pick up one of our History Alive Bucket Hats! We also have caps, can coolers, kids drink bottles, conference bags & more for sale at History Alive! Stock is limited, so get in quick before its all gone.

03.01.2022 New to our Community Displays this year is the The Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO). Recognising the deeds and sacrifices of all animal species, who have given their lives and their loyalty, serving alongside their human comrades in wars and conflicts, since 2010, AWAMO have established over 30 war animal memorials within Australia & Internationally. AWAMO provide care packages to dogs deployed overseas, they provide veterans with assistance dogs and organise many other projects to educate people and commemorate the role animals have played in our military.

03.01.2022 QLHF group, Pax Romana - Australia, is a Roman re-enactment group that focuses on the Imperial Roman period, starting in the 1st Century AD. Pax Romana look at various aspects of the daily lives of the Roman period and their members portray various characters both military and civilian within the Empire. Walk through Pax Romanas interactive encampment at History Alive this year and you'll learn about Roman medicine, surveying, military and the social fields.

03.01.2022 Thanks so much for your patience with us this year as we work feverishly on our brand new website, update our app, and get everything ready for a fantastic History Alive 2020!!! All the details will be coming soon but in the meantime, mark your calendars for 29-30 August 2020 for the best History Alive yet. We can't wait to see you and share the wonders of this Journey Through Time.

02.01.2022 19th Century Queensland is the living history component of the Colonial Forces Study Group (Q) Inc. Members aspire to create authentic vignettes of 19th century life in colonial Queensland. Personal impressions are based upon authenticated primary source research, and careful analysis of historical information. The majority of !9th Century Queensland members are clothed and equipped to display aspects of Queensland society in the late 1880s. This year at History Alive, the group will be presenting a 19th century depiction of passengers and crew of The Dorunda which arrived in Brisbane in 1885. The entire ships company was quarantined on Peel Island in Moreton Bay after having been discovered to be infected with the dreaded disease, Cholera!

02.01.2022 ** TODAY History Comes Alive at 9.30am in the Rocklea Showgrounds ** Please note that Road closures are in place around the local area. Try to approach from the southern end by taking Marshall Road & onto the Ipswich Road Service Road to find a good parking spot. There's plenty of parking around the Showgrounds, we'll see you when you get here!!... https://goo.gl/maps/d5LA8JbtxsrJSCBi6

02.01.2022 **HISTORY COMES ALIVE TOMORROW** Start planning your Journey Through Time today when you download the History Alive App from the Google Play Store / iOS Apps Store - Comes with the latest Map & Timetables... - And more info on the Groups, Stalls, Performers & Displays Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details iOS Apps Store: https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/history-alive/id1459601488