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HOLLINGSWORTH, Derek & Betty

15 October 1931 – 1 October 1995
Born 26 September 1932

Origin Sheffield, England
Accompanying Family Diane, Wendy & Kevin
First settled in Perth, WA
Original Occupation Plumber (Derek)
Occupation in Australia Plumber (Derek)

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Departure Port Southampton
Arrival Year 1969

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Derek and Betty migrated to Australia with their 3 children Diane, Wendy and Kevin, who in 1969 were aged 12, 10, and 9. The main reason was the hope of better health for Derek, who suffered severe chronic bronchitis, but also a better future for the children.

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