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Ron and Kathleen Gallagher nee Gall Oral History

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Collection SummaryKathleen Gallagher nee Gall recounts her childhood in Otekura including farm life without electricity until age 11. Ron shares his upbringing in Gore, his father's office job, and his preference for farm life over office work. They discuss their experiences in farming, shearing, and sailing to Australia. They also discuss their community involvement, particularly with Senior Citz, and their desire for more young people to participate in community.

Ron and Kathleen discuss their lifelong involvement with music, starting from Ron's childhood experiences with his piano-playing mother and banjo-playing father. Ron, who is self-taught on guitar and mandolin, has recorded two CDs and a DVD. They emphasise music's therapeutic and community-building benefits. Ron shares his experiences with the Ron and Kathleen Gallagher discussed their lifelong involvement with music, starting from Ron's childhood experiences with his piano-playing mother and banjo-playing father. Ron, who is self-taught on guitar and mandolin, has recorded two CDs and a DVD. They emphasized music's therapeutic and community-building benefits. Ron shared his experiences with the Australian Bush Balladeers Association and his role in teaching and encouraging others in music. They also highlight their community work, including running a Drop-in Center and supporting youth and elderly through various activities.

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Ron and Kathleen Gallagher nee Gall Oral History

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OccupationShearerMusicianTour GuideNurseSailorAgricultural LabourerPlace of ResidenceOwaka

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Ron and Kathleen Gallagher nee Gall Oral History