James

Posted: 2014-05-18

I have been metal detecting Camp Cable for over a year and have found many different things from coins, dog tags, medals, to live ordnances. What I don't understand is how Lend Lease can put housing on the land when live grenades are still being found out there. I'm very surprised the area hasn't been screened for these live ordnances. Some of us that detect the area would like the Yarrabilba estate stopped due to this. What they're doing is dis-respecting the men and women who served there and helped save this country of ours.

If anyone has old maps or info on Camp Cable pl contact me at Jclack64@hotmail.com

Christopher Newsom

Posted: 2012-11-28

Joseph F. Oyer, US Army Stationed here 1942?

According to my research, my grandfather (American infantry soldier attached to the 32nd Division, US Army) was stationed here prior to being deployed to New Guinea, then later, The Philippines. His name was Joseph Oyer, from Oklahoma, USA. He told me precious little about his time fighting in the Pacific Theater, and I am anxious to learn what I can. It's a long shot for sure, but if anyone reading this has any information please let me know at christopher.newsom@gmail.com.

Cheers,
Christopher

brass razoo

Posted: 2012-05-24

scholarly neglect

Like many Queensland historical sites, doesn't seem to be any effort to publish a comprehensive site report on Camp Cable. Cursory reports prepared to rubber stamp housing developments dishonour our forebears and rob future generations of their heritage. Challenging site conditions of dense vegetation don't justify scholarly neglect.