Research

Were you a "crim" or a "screw"? Know someone who "did time" or ate "boo goo"? Do you possess photographs, prison souvenirs, books and documents or have a story that you would like to see preserved?

The history of Boggo Road Gaol is dirty, nasty, sometimes cruel. It is also occasionally funny, boring but always important. Boggo Road Gaols' social history is worth preserving.

All information will be treated with confidentiality. If you are submitting information on behalf of another person whom cannot read or write, please ensure that you include a contact telephone number.

Please take the time to complete as much background information about your link to the history of Boggo Road Gaol when submitting the form below:

Name:
Contact Number: (preferably a land-line)
Email Address:
Were you a...

Prison Officer Retired?
When did you serve? (e.g. 60's & 70's)
What other prisons have you worked at?

Any specific incidents they were involved with?


Prisoner
When did you do your time?
Which prison did you serve your time in?
What was your crime?
Did you know any infamous inmates or any interesting incidents ?

Other
Your relationship to Boggo Road Gaol

Submit your story below: