06/09/2026
ROBERTSTOWN - c.1914
Flooding around Robertstown Hotel.
The Robertstown Hotel in South Australia was originally built in 1881 by G. H. Catchlove, with the first license being granted to Thomas Hagley.
Founding: The town of Robertstown is named after John Roberts, who opened a general store and post office in 1871, leading to the hotel's construction in 1881.
Local Identity: Known affectionately by locals as "The Robbie," the pub has served as a central pillar of community life in the Mid North region.
Modern Era: Operating as a classic country pub located at 1 Main Road, it continues to function as a community hub providing meals, events, and a welcome stop for travelers heading toward the-near ghost town of World's End.
Reimagined scene, enhanced using a combination of Ai tools and hand editing/colouring. Inspired by an original image, info and date from State Library of South Australia B 46668.
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