Hi everyone, Firstly, thank you all for your thoughts and kind words on the sad news of Doug's passing. Thank you to those who were able to attend his service and join us afterwards in the hall to share some memories. We would love some feedback on the content we have published in the last … Continue reading
Vale Doug Hoschke
We are very sad to let everyone know that Doug Hoschke passed peacefully this week. The funeral for Doug will be held at the Karangi Lawn Cemetery on Monday February 6 at 11am. It will be followed by refreshments at the Upper Orara Public Hall. Dress is colourful casual. If you are unable to attend … Continue reading
Success at Last for our Pioneering Ancestors
Hi Everyone, We have read about how hard it was for our early pioneers in the Orara Valley, they were very isolated with few resources and were self reliant within their small community. This week Ian's research shows us how the tide started to turn for them and the role that Amandus played in progressing … Continue reading
A Terrible Tragedy
Hi Everyone, This week's post tells the story of a very tragic time for the Hoschke family, when the third son of Amandus and Mary passed away under tragic circumstances. You can only imagine how traumatic this must have been for his whole family. Following on from the Trove tutorial that Ian wrote recently, he … Continue reading
Updates and Invitation
Hello friends and family, Following on from our reunion held in 2013 we released a book and photos, it's hard to believe that was over 9 years ago. Since then we have made some posts here on our website and on our facebook page. Our family story is dynamic and ever changing and rather than … Continue reading
53 years of service
Wonderful recognition for 250 members of the NSW RFS - Coffs Coast Team - Coffs and Bellingen team for their efforts during the 2019 / 2020 season, with special recognition for Doug Hoschke for 53 years of service 🙏🏽 lovely photo of Doug, Geoff Hoschke and Ryan Hoschke. Read the full article here: https://issuu.com/newsofthearea/docs/coffs_coast_news_of_the_area_26_august_2022
Donation to museum
Fred, Doug and Ian have donated Amandus’ illuminated address, photos of Fred & Clunie Hoschke and the chain bassinet to the Coffs Harbour Museum, now all of the Hoschke descendants will be able to share in these wonderful items and they will be preserved. Doug & Margaret Hoschke, Fred Hoschke, Kylie Hoschke, Ian Hoschke. Doug, … Continue reading
Invitation
The Coffs Harbour Museum are holding a morning tea for the Davis / Hoschke families on 8th Dec at 10.30am as a thank you for donating the items of Ada Davis. RSVP is tomorrow, please advise here or via email if you would like to attend, and pass on the information to others as … Continue reading
Family items at the Coffs Museum
Photos of the Coffs Harbour Museum display of Hoschke family items. They were donated by the late Ada Davis who was the daughter of Jessie and George Davis. Jessie was the fourth child of Amandus and Mary Ann. For more info on this and other photos check out our facebook page here!
Springing into Spring
Hi everyone, For those who aren't on facebook, I thought I'd share some of the love from our facebook page... Once again a fabulous time was had at the annual Orara Valley Fair. Next time you plan a trip to the north coast, plan it for the long weekend in June and you will be … Continue reading
Hoschke Family in Australia 