Historic Australia

Historic Australia Historic Australia offers a range of guided tours to showcase Australia's unique history.

Historic Australia manages both heritage listed sites and tourism companies including:
✔ Boggo Road Gaol (Jail)
✔ Charters Towers Venus Gold Battery
✔ Ghost Tours Australia
✔ Crime Tours Australia

Yesterday Jack popped into the Channel 9 studio to discuss his upcoming segment on My Way. You'll be able to see Jack on...
14/02/2025

Yesterday Jack popped into the Channel 9 studio to discuss his upcoming segment on My Way. You'll be able to see Jack on the Channel 9 show on Sunday at 5.30pm (AEST).

Watch live on Channel 9, or stream on 9NOW - https://www.9now.com.au/live/channel-9

Tickets are still available across Ghost & Crime Tours this weekend, visit https://historicaustralia.com.au/

Make sure to tune into Channel 9 news TODAY at 4.20pm (AEST). Jack Sim will be joining the team live on air to discuss h...
13/02/2025

Make sure to tune into Channel 9 news TODAY at 4.20pm (AEST). Jack Sim will be joining the team live on air to discuss his feature on the upcoming episode of My Way!

Watch this afternoon on Channel 9, or stream here: https://www.9now.com.au/live/channel-9

My Way is on at 5.30pm (AEST) on Sundays, each week Tim Blackwell introduces viewers to inspirational Aussies, each with a unique story about how they live their best life.

10/02/2025

Jack Sim Presents, director of historic Boggo Road Gaol, paid a visit to the historic Geelong Gaol Museum. A fascinating tour, exploring the rich history of one of Victoria’s oldest prisons and the stories that shaped its walls. A big thank you to Rob for hosting - we highly recommend!

Tune in to West Bremer Radio on Saturday 8th Feb at 8.20am, as Jack joins Danny & Damo for Episode  #3 of Jack Sim Prese...
07/02/2025

Tune in to West Bremer Radio on Saturday 8th Feb at 8.20am, as Jack joins Danny & Damo for Episode #3 of Jack Sim Presents.

This week we head back to '69, a year that Journalist Ken Blanch broke a shocking story of goings on in Brisbane's biggest burial ground. Black Magic in Toowong Cemetery!

LISTEN: westbremerradio.com/stream-live-now/

BUY TICKETS: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/toowong-cemetery-original/

25/01/2025

South Brisbane Cemetery has been a burial place for more than 150 years.

Established om 1866, the first burial was not until 1870. Over time it has become the second largest in Queensland. Around 36,000 people are interred here — though the true number remains a mystery.

Join us on a 2-hour guided tour on Saturday evening to explore this fascinating and haunted historical site, where the past still lingers among the gravestones.

BOOK HERE: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/south-brisbane-cemetery-tour-old/

Discover Brisbane’s Dark History this Australia Day! Brisbane is haunted by over 20 years of crime, tragedy, and untold ...
24/01/2025

Discover Brisbane’s Dark History this Australia Day!

Brisbane is haunted by over 20 years of crime, tragedy, and untold stories. This Sunday, join our expert guide Andrew on the Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour and delve into the eerie history of the city during the holiday of remembrance. 🕯️

🎟️ Book your ticket now for this spine-chilling tour: LINK IN BIO

🎟️ TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! 🎟️Do you know where the last public ex*****on was held in the Brisbane CBD? This Friday, joi...
23/01/2025

🎟️ TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! 🎟️

Do you know where the last public ex*****on was held in the Brisbane CBD?
This Friday, join Sam at 7:30 PM for the Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour and discover the dark heart of Brisbane’s history. From notorious crime scenes to the site of the last public ex*****on, Sam will guide you through chilling true crime stories.

🚨 Don’t wait – tickets are selling fast! Grab yours now and bring your friends along for an unforgettable night.

BOOK HERE: https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/bloody-brisbane-cbd-crime-tour/

Tickets are still available!Join Sam this Saturday at 4:30 PM as we take a walk through the dark history of Fortitude Va...
23/01/2025

Tickets are still available!

Join Sam this Saturday at 4:30 PM as we take a walk through the dark history of Fortitude Valley – once home to illegal casinos, strip clubs, and brothels. Hear the chilling stories of the area's criminal past and visit the site of the infamous Whiskey Au Go Go firebombing.

Ready to uncover the Valley’s hidden secrets? Don’t miss this eye-opening tour!

BOOK HERE:https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/the-moonlight-state-fortitude-valley-crime-tour/

🌟 Join Jack Sim for a Spooky Night at the South Brisbane Cemetery! 🌟This Saturday, 25th January, Jack Sim will be your e...
22/01/2025

🌟 Join Jack Sim for a Spooky Night at the South Brisbane Cemetery! 🌟
This Saturday, 25th January, Jack Sim will be your expert guide on the South Brisbane Cemetery Ghost Tour! 👻 Starting at 7:30 PM, this chilling tour will take you through the cemetery’s eerie history.
⏳ Tickets are selling out fast – don’t miss your chance!
🎟️ Book your spot now before it’s too late: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/south-brisbane-cemetery-tour-old/
Can’t make it this weekend? No worries! Jeaun & Harlly lead the tour every Saturday, CHECK OUR TOUR CALENDAR AND BOOK A TICKET 💀

22/01/2025

THE GHOSTS OF SOUTH BRISBANE CEMETERY: Chapter 3 – THE DEVIL’S PLOT 👻

In the eerie South Brisbane Cemetery lies a plot where restless spirits are trapped, unable to find their way to the afterlife. Known as one of the creepiest and most forsaken locations in Brisbane, this haunting place raises chilling questions: Why are these souls trapped? What deeds have they committed to deserve such eternal punishment? Who were these tormented ghosts?

Unravel the mystery of the Devil’s Plot on our exclusive tour or delve deeper by reading the newly published book by Jack Sim’s Publications. The truth awaits—dare you discover it?

BOOK TOUR HERE: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/south-brisbane-cemetery-tour/

The limited-edition version of The Ghosts of South Brisbane Cemetery is available now from Jack Sim’s Publications: https://www.jacksim.com.au/shop-product/ghost-trails-series/ghosts-of-south-brisbane-cemetery

UPCOMING SPECIAL TOURS WITH JACK SIM!On Friday & Saturday evenings, step back in time with Jack Sim, historian and direc...
18/01/2025

UPCOMING SPECIAL TOURS WITH JACK SIM!

On Friday & Saturday evenings, step back in time with Jack Sim, historian and director of Ghost Tours Australia, as he takes you through the eerie grounds of Cemeteries. Don’t miss out on the chance to uncover chilling tales on the Ghost & Crime Tours!

Upcoming Tours:

• Saturday, 25th January – South Brisbane (Dutton Park) Cemetery Ghost Tour https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/south-brisbane-cemetery-tour-old/

• Friday, 7th February – South Brisbane (Dutton Park) Cemetery Crime Tour https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/south-brisbane-cemetery-crime-tour/

• Saturday, 8th February – Nundah Cemetery Haunted History Tour https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/nundah-cemetery-ghost-tour/

• Friday, 14th February (Valentine’s Day!) – Haunted Ipswich Ghost Tour https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/ipswich-ghost-tours/ipswich-cemetery-ghost-tour/

Tickets sell out fast, so be sure to book soon!

Don’t miss your chance to meet the authors and get your books signed tomorrow!Join Caroline Stevenson, author of THE TAI...
17/01/2025

Don’t miss your chance to meet the authors and get your books signed tomorrow!

Join Caroline Stevenson, author of THE TAINTED CROSS: The Oxley & Gatton Murders Unveiled, at Chapters Book Shop, Cafe, and Wine Bar for a special book signing event on Saturday, 18 January 2025, from 10 AM to 11 AM. Caroline will be joined by Jack Sim, the author behind our Ghost & Crime series.
This is a fantastic opportunity to meet the authors in person, have your books signed, and even purchase new ones on-site!

| EVENT INFO |
Book Signing @ Chapters Book Shop, Cafe and Wine Bar
LOCATION: 39/52 Junction Rd, Chuwar QLD 4306
TIME: Saturday, 18 January 2025, 10 AM - 11 AM
TICKET: Free. No booking required.

Feel free to share this event with friends and family! https://www.facebook.com/events/1163567468695010/

Can’t make it? You can still buy books at www.jacksim.com.au.

15/01/2025

THE GHOSTS OF SOUTH BRISBANE CEMETERY: Chapter 2 – The Ghost of the Plough Inn Hotel 👻

The Plough Inn Hotel, an iconic landmark in South Brisbane, is shrouded in mystery and connected to a haunting grave in the South Brisbane Cemetery. 🪦✨

Join us on our South Brisbane Cemetery Ghost Tour and dive deeper into the chilling history—grab the book for all the eerie details!

BOOK TOUR HERE: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/south-brisbane-cemetery-tour/

BOOK AVAILABLE ON jacksim.com.au

Meet the authors and get your books signed!Join Caroline Stevenson, author of THE TAINTED CROSS: The Oxley & Gatton Murd...
14/01/2025

Meet the authors and get your books signed!

Join Caroline Stevenson, author of THE TAINTED CROSS: The Oxley & Gatton Murders Unveiled, at Chapters Book Shop, Cafe, and Wine Bar for a special book signing event on Saturday, 18 January 2025, from 10 AM to 11 AM. Caroline will be joined by Jack Sim, the writer behind our Ghost & Crime books.

It’s a great opportunity to meet the authors, get your books signed, and even purchase new ones on-site!

| EVENT INFO |
Book Signing @ Chapters Book Shop, Cafe and Wine Bar
LOCATION | Chapters Book Shop, Cafe and Wine Bar (39/52 Junction Rd, Chuwar QLD 4306)
TIME | Saturday, 18 January 2025 10am - 11am
TICKET | Free. No booking required.

Feel free to share this event with friends and family! https://www.facebook.com/events/1163567468695010/

CAN’T MAKE IT ON THE DAY? YOU CAN BUY BOOKS VIA https://www.jacksim.com.au/

Planning something special for Valentine’s Day? Why not treat your loved one to an unforgettable experience on our Haunt...
13/01/2025

Planning something special for Valentine’s Day?
Why not treat your loved one to an unforgettable experience on our Haunted Ipswich CBD Ghost Tour on 14th February @7.30pm?

This exclusive Valentine’s Day tour will take you on a captivating walk-through Ipswich’s city centre, sharing chilling stories of the area’s haunted history, including The Baby in the Well, The Mystery of the Skulls, Ginn Cottage, The Church Ghost, and The Old Flour Mill. Join us for a night of history, mystery, and romance!

The tour will be guided by Jack Sim, the director of Ghost Tours Australia. Reserve your spot now and create unforgettable memories this Valentine’s Day!

BOOK HERE: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/ipswich-ghost-tours/haunted-ipswich-cbd-ghost-tour/

Already have plans for next week?If not, we’ve got you covered! We’re running the Haunted Brisbane Ghost Tour and Bloody...
12/01/2025

Already have plans for next week?
If not, we’ve got you covered! We’re running the Haunted Brisbane Ghost Tour and Bloody Brisbane Crime Tour on Tuesday, Thursday, and over the weekend.

NEXT WEEK’S HAUNTED BRISBANE GHOST TOUR
• Tuesday, 14th Jan at 7:30 PM
• Thursday, 16th Jan at 7:30 PM
• Sunday, 19th Jan at 7:30 PM
BOOK HERE: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/brisbane-ghost-tours/haunted-brisbane-ghost-tour-walk/

NEXT WEEK’S BLOODY BRISBANE CRIME TOUR
• Friday, 17th Jan at 7:30 PM
• Saturday, 18th Jan at 7:30 PM
BOOK HERE: https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/bloody-brisbane-cbd-crime-tour/

DID YOU RECEIVE A CRIME/GHOST TOUR VOUCHER FOR CHRISTMAS?If so, you're in luck! You can use your voucher for either our ...
12/01/2025

DID YOU RECEIVE A CRIME/GHOST TOUR VOUCHER FOR CHRISTMAS?

If so, you're in luck! You can use your voucher for either our thrilling crime or ghost tour.
Visit our website to check the tour calendar and find the perfect date that fits your schedule. Grab a friend (or two!) and join us for an unforgettable experience! 😊

GHOST TOURS SCHEDULE: https://ghosttoursaustralia.com.au/tours/
CRIME TOURS SCHEDULE: https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/

Address

21 Boggo Road
Brisbane, QLD
4102

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61401666441

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History Tours Australia - Our Story

Our tours are fun, entertaining and educational! Tours cater to a broad range of visitors – from tourists to locals, youth to seniors. These tours will offer historical facts, but also the different perspectives of writers, journalists and witnesses to colour the history with fascinating stories and fun facts. Our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides are enthusiastic about sharing these stories! Currently operating throughout Queensland, History Tours Australia works in with council, government and historians to preserve local history, to fund research and restore heritage sites through you coming on tours. If you have any enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact us. You can reach us either via email on [email protected] or feel free to call us on 0401 666 441. Thank you, History Tours Australia Team