Dictionary of Sydney

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Olding, George Henry

Coach builder who founded GH Olding & Sons that operated at Parramatta Road Glebe until the 1960s. His version of the belt and reel surf lifesaving device was officially introduced in 1906 and in use until 1993.

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Born
Ringwood, Hampshire, England
03 Jan 1863
Died
Private hospital, Burwood
24 Feb 1943
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