Dawn Duncan-Kemp (1932– ) is William Duncan’s granddaughter-in-law. She holds a BA(Deakin), Grad.Dip.Lib.Sci (Wagga Wagga), M.Lit.(UNE), and is now a retired Librarian.
Any one wanting a vivid glimpse into the life on the Queensland frontier — in all its tragedy and triumph — will read this work.Tom Griffiths AO. Emeritus Professor of History ANU;Here we see the drama, heartbreak and resilience of life in Queensland's extraordinary Channel Country. Dawn Duncan-Kemp probes deeply into the original documents to tell a rich and detailed story of the Duncans and their world.Dr Geoffrey A.C. Ginn, Associate Professor in History, UQ;For those who love the history of the Channel Country, this book is definitely an interesting read. The story recounts when William Duncan firstly managed Mooraberrie in 1890, then purchased it in 1903 The respect for the ‘indigenous landlords’ as he referred to the Aborigines who help work the property was maintained by his widow who took over the management in 1907. Author, Dawn Duncan-Kemp has told a warts and all account of the dynasty over almost a century. Helen Walker, Queensland Country Life
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