June 1 - 30, 2026: Issue 655

 

Bridget Sparks

by John Illingsworth, Pittwater Pathways

Bridget and Jervis Sparks - when part of the Chase Alive Program. During their 'Barranjoey Decades'.
Bridget and Jervis Sparks lived at Barranjoey lighthouse from 1968 to 1999. Twenty seven years later on May 17 2026, assisted by NSW NP&WS, Bridget returned to the lighthouse, meeting with today's Chase Alive volunteers. It was my privilege to record that visit, most particularly her return to the 19th century Assistant Lightkeepers cottage which had been her and Jervis' home for nigh on 30 years.  - John Illingsworth, June 6 2026

BRIDGET SPARKS Part 1: "Going Down the Hill"

BRIDGET SPARKS Part 2: "Going Up the Hill".