BGM_The Old Melbourne Gaol: Dark Walls, Darker Stories

Behind the towering bluestone walls of the Old Melbourne Gaol, history lingers in whispers and shadows. From the excursion of Ned Kelly to the wrongful hanging of Colin Campbell Ross, this notorious prison was the final stop for some of Victoria’s most infamous figures. In this episode of Down the Yarra, we step inside the cells, explore the stories of these who never actually left, and uncover the chilling legacy of Melbourne’s most haunted landmarks. Trigger Warning: This episode discusses capital punishment, crime, and the harsh realities of 19th century prisons. Listeners discretion is advised. Plus, a sneak peek into our next episode on Naarm’s temperance’s movement-the fight against alcohol that shaped the city’s social history.