Mary Daley, in her retirement, is undertaking history research as part of a Masters Degree at La Trobe University. When learning how to work in the records at PROV, Mary found the story of the fire at Steiglitz amongst the files of capital crimes. As a fifth-generation Victorian with relatives currently living close to the tiny town of Steiglitz, and as a bushwalker who has walked in that area, Mary was intrigued. The case of arson she uncovered proved to be complex, sad and disturbing.
Author email: marydaley@tpg.com.au
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