With Swag and Billy A Walking Guide to NSW

004 - Part 2 One-Day Trips

35 min · 5. mars 2026
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Explore the scenic walking routes of New South Wales with With Swag and Billy, a charming guide from the early 1900s. Written by two literary friends, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, who founded the Warragamba Walking Club, this guide captures the essence of hiking in a time when the landscape was less developed. From Sydneys suburbs to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond, the guide details routes that reflect the adventurous spirit of the swagman. With insights into the unique Australian style of recreational walking, Tompkins and his companions embraced simplicity while navigating the roads of New South Wales. They blended poetry and prose with their journeys, inspiring future generations of walkers. As Brereton humorously noted about Tompkins, their leader, his quirky approach to gear and the great outdoors made their expeditions memorable. Join us as we delve into the stories and paths that shaped these early walking adventures.

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Explore the scenic walking routes of New South Wales with With Swag and Billy, a charming guide from the early 1900s. Written by two literary friends, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, who founded the Warragamba Walking Club, this guide captures the essence of hiking in a time when the landscape was less developed. From Sydneys suburbs to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond, the guide details routes that reflect the adventurous spirit of the swagman. With insights into the unique Australian style of recreational walking, Tompkins and his companions embraced simplicity while navigating the roads of New South Wales. They blended poetry and prose with their journeys, inspiring future generations of walkers. As Brereton humorously noted about Tompkins, their leader, his quirky approach to gear and the great outdoors made their expeditions memorable. Join us as we delve into the stories and paths that shaped these early walking adventures.

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Forsidebilde av episoden 006 - Part 2 Longer Trips continued

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Explore the scenic walking routes of New South Wales with With Swag and Billy, a charming guide from the early 1900s. Written by two literary friends, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, who founded the Warragamba Walking Club, this guide captures the essence of hiking in a time when the landscape was less developed. From Sydneys suburbs to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond, the guide details routes that reflect the adventurous spirit of the swagman. With insights into the unique Australian style of recreational walking, Tompkins and his companions embraced simplicity while navigating the roads of New South Wales. They blended poetry and prose with their journeys, inspiring future generations of walkers. As Brereton humorously noted about Tompkins, their leader, his quirky approach to gear and the great outdoors made their expeditions memorable. Join us as we delve into the stories and paths that shaped these early walking adventures.

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Forsidebilde av episoden 005 - Part 2 Longer Trips

005 - Part 2 Longer Trips

Explore the scenic walking routes of New South Wales with With Swag and Billy, a charming guide from the early 1900s. Written by two literary friends, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, who founded the Warragamba Walking Club, this guide captures the essence of hiking in a time when the landscape was less developed. From Sydneys suburbs to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond, the guide details routes that reflect the adventurous spirit of the swagman. With insights into the unique Australian style of recreational walking, Tompkins and his companions embraced simplicity while navigating the roads of New South Wales. They blended poetry and prose with their journeys, inspiring future generations of walkers. As Brereton humorously noted about Tompkins, their leader, his quirky approach to gear and the great outdoors made their expeditions memorable. Join us as we delve into the stories and paths that shaped these early walking adventures.

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Forsidebilde av episoden 004 - Part 2 One-Day Trips

004 - Part 2 One-Day Trips

Explore the scenic walking routes of New South Wales with With Swag and Billy, a charming guide from the early 1900s. Written by two literary friends, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, who founded the Warragamba Walking Club, this guide captures the essence of hiking in a time when the landscape was less developed. From Sydneys suburbs to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond, the guide details routes that reflect the adventurous spirit of the swagman. With insights into the unique Australian style of recreational walking, Tompkins and his companions embraced simplicity while navigating the roads of New South Wales. They blended poetry and prose with their journeys, inspiring future generations of walkers. As Brereton humorously noted about Tompkins, their leader, his quirky approach to gear and the great outdoors made their expeditions memorable. Join us as we delve into the stories and paths that shaped these early walking adventures.

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Forsidebilde av episoden 003 - Part 2 Half-Day Trips

003 - Part 2 Half-Day Trips

Explore the scenic walking routes of New South Wales with With Swag and Billy, a charming guide from the early 1900s. Written by two literary friends, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, who founded the Warragamba Walking Club, this guide captures the essence of hiking in a time when the landscape was less developed. From Sydneys suburbs to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond, the guide details routes that reflect the adventurous spirit of the swagman. With insights into the unique Australian style of recreational walking, Tompkins and his companions embraced simplicity while navigating the roads of New South Wales. They blended poetry and prose with their journeys, inspiring future generations of walkers. As Brereton humorously noted about Tompkins, their leader, his quirky approach to gear and the great outdoors made their expeditions memorable. Join us as we delve into the stories and paths that shaped these early walking adventures.

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