Goulburn History
The Salvation Army “opened fire” in Goulburn on Saturday 1 September 1883 and still retains a vibrant presence in the city.
Founded by a pioneer
The Salvation Army in Goulburn was founded by the first Australian-born Salvation Army officer, Alexander Canty. He became a Salvo in Adelaide, where the Army began in the late 1800s.
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Not everyone was a fan of these marching, singing, band-playing Salvos at first! Ransom T Wyatt, in his History of Goulburn, discloses that the Army’s coming to town was ... met with hostility and bigotry almost a...
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What's in a name?
The Salvation Army has long been known as the “Salvos” – a term of endearment given to it by the Australians it serves. But in the early days it seems that each local expression of The Salvation Army...
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Joseph Gill, champion of the Army
When he died in 1926, Collector businessman and farmer, Joseph Gill, gave the bulk of his estate to The Salvation Army.
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In times of need
It’s often said that The Salvation Army has a ministry of “presence” – of being there in times of need. For the past 18 years, a Salvation Army food van in Goulburn has been active every Frida...
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The Salvation Army in Goulburn today
The Salvation Army remains a vibrant presence in Goulburn today. Each month there are various groups running for all ages. A Salvation Army Emergency Services team is trained to respond to any incidents and supports the...
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