Ghost
This page groups search-ready records carrying the label “Ghost” in public source text or archive coding. It preserves a discovery term without treating the label as proof, a biological category, or a claim that distinct cultural traditions are interchangeable.
- Search-ready records
- 329
- Public sources
- 20
- States / territories
- 8
- Dated span
- 1861–2026
Terminology belongs to the cited public sources and may be historical, contested, culturally specific, or outdated.
Representative records — first 60
- ghost in Dead Man's Pass tree ghost#4082The Town of Gawler self-drive tour states that Gawler Terrace passes the famous area known as Dead Man's Pass. The history behind the name came from Colonel Light and his surveyor discovering a body in a tree. The PDF a…
- ghost in Mix 104.9 FM studios ghost#4080The Northern Territory News item reported that announcers would be joined by Darwin's Most Haunted, broadcasting to find the ghosts haunting the building. It added that the ghost haunting the Mix 104.9 FM studios gets t…
- The spooky Aussie folklore of Fisher's Ghost#3980The spooky Aussie folklore of Fisher's Ghost The Legend of Fisher’s Ghost is one of Australia’s most intriguing tales of folklore. The Legend of Fisher’s Ghost is one of Australia’s most intriguing tales of folklore. Or…
- ghost in Adelaide Arcade history#2714for the Children’s University, your free Children’s History Tour brochure is waiting for you at the museum right now! Guided Tours A number of independent guided walking tours that include the Adelaide Arcade on their t…
- ghost in Adelaide Arcade history#2713in at the Rundle Mall entrance moved homes many times before finally coming to rest in its current location? The Balconette at the Grenfell Street end was designed as an orchestral gallery where bands played, and grand…
- ghost in Adelaide Arcade history#2712Adelaide’s Haunted Horizons has exclusive access to the Adelaide Arcade after dark… Join them to learn about Adelaide Arcade’s darker past, discover who our resident ghost is, and why he’s here.
- ghost in Adelaide Arcade history#2711The uniqueness of the Adelaide Arcade doesn’t reside solely with the retailers. Did you know the Arcade has its own Coat of Arms, visible beneath the domes? Or that the fountain at the Rundle Mall entrance moved homes m…
- The ghost of Governor Fiddimont#1152The source recounts a J Ward guide's story about Governor George Fiddimont and reports footsteps associated with the Old Underground Kitchen after Fiddimont's death at the gaol.
- Ghost Tours at Port Arthur - Off Season Tasmania 2026#1151The source describes Port Arthur ghost tours as public place-linked ghost-story circulation associated with the historic site.
- Ghost! What Ghosts? Night Tour at Old Melbourne Gaol#1150The source reports a public night tour at Old Melbourne Gaol focused on ghost narratives and haunted prison stories.
- Ghost Tour - Port Arthur Historic Site#1141The Port Arthur public page describes lantern-lit ghost tours and documented ghost stories associated with the historic site since 1870.
- Melbourne sites with horrific histories embrace a little spookiness this Halloween#4242Melbourne sites with horrific histories embrace a little spookiness this Halloween Melbourne sites with horrific histories embrace a little spookiness this Halloween Former Melbourne jail with a horrific history gets sp…
- Dark tourism on the rise in regional Australia#4236ional Australia Dark tourism on the rise in regional Australia Dark tourism on the rise in regional Australia New research from the University of New England has pointed to a rise in 'dark tourism' in regional and rural…
- Tour guide shares ghost stories and chilling experiences from Port Arthur Historic Site#4048Tour guide shares ghost stories and chilling experiences from Port Arthur Historic Site - ABC listen Skip to main content Skip to listen navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC listen Search Loading Program:…
- Dark tourism on the rise in regional Australia#3994Dark tourism on the rise in regional Australia New research from the University of New England has pointed to a rise in 'dark tourism' in regional and rural Australia, with some towns choosing to bank on notoriety to at…
- Tour guide shares ghost stories and chilling experiences from Port Arthur Historic Site#3966Tour guide shares ghost stories and chilling experiences from Port Arthur Historic Site The Port Arthur Historic Site ghost tour manager shares some chilling experiences visitors have reported. It's known as one of Aust…
- Hobart Drive#4237you want to win tickets to the opening night of the Dark Mofo Winter Feast? Listen to Drive with Lucy Breaden this week! On Drive, Monday May 27: Is it ever ok to drop in on a friend, without notice, while passing by th…
- Old Adelaide Gaol gives former-Crows captain the creeps#4240Old Adelaide Gaol gives former-Crows captain the creeps Old Adelaide Gaol gives former-Crows captain the creeps Old Adelaide Gaol gives former-Crows captain the creeps Old Adelaide Gaol gives former-Crows captain the cr…
- 'What is ethical and appropriate?': Should ghost tours be allowed at a former Tasmanian asylum?#3986'What is ethical and appropriate?': Should ghost tours be allowed at a former Tasmanian asylum? Children's Advocate Janet Presser says no. The ghost tours at Willow Court are marketed as 'hauntingly good, fun and educat…
- Tasmanian cultural heritage curator Elspeth Wishart reflects on a fascinating career#4238Tasmanian cultural heritage curator Elspeth Wishart reflects on a fascinating career Tasmanian cultural heritage curator Elspeth Wishart reflects on a fascinating career From convict sites to the icy end of the earth, E…
- ghost in Settlers Inn Mrs Inkpen ghost#4076Just down the road from Basil and his castle, guests at the Settlers Hotel have experienced their fair share of paranormal activity. The hotel's general manager, Stacey Slater, says long-time resident Mrs Inkpen likes t…
- ghost in Spooky stories from the Library#2698I may have caused people to think there had been a ghost when a volume I was updating fell off the balcony and landed on the floor in the La Trobe Reading Room with a resounding bang. I had to go all the way down and re…
- ghost in Spooky stories from the Library#2697‘Sadly, in 43 years at the Library I’ve never met a ghost or poltergeist. I have found things misfiled, but I assume humans not paying attention was the cause.
- ghost in Spooky stories from the Library#2695My first night shift, I was told not to turn off all the lights before closing because some security guards were afraid of the ghost there.
- ghost in Spooky stories from the Library#2694I felt hot all over and fell to my knees as she continued to stare at me. I didn’t feel anything but sadness from this figure. It is hard to explain. She walked off into the wall and disappeared. I will never forget her…
- Launceston's Princess Theatre celebrates colourful history#4046'Freezing' performances and a 'ghost in the theatre': Launceston's Princess Theatre celebrates colourful history - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News…
- Ghost tales and grisly histories give 'haunted' buildings their scary appeal. Here's how#3999Ghost tales and grisly histories give 'haunted' buildings their scary appeal. Here's how Ever wondered why you feel creeped out in a haunted house, abandoned jail, or disused psychiatric institution? One sceptic has hea…
- Ghost tales and grisly histories give 'haunted' buildings their scary appeal. Here's how#3993Ghost tales and grisly histories give 'haunted' buildings their scary appeal. Here's how Ever wondered why you feel creeped out in a haunted house, abandoned jail, or disused psychiatric institution? One sceptic has hea…
- What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories?#4057Polly died. "She was a young convict staff member who died when she was pregnant," she said. "She either was pushed or fell down the stairs." Polly, the reported ghost at Narryna House, was a young convict girl who is s…
- What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories?#4056hotel staff a run for their money. "[Alex] still hangs around there and treats it like his castle on top the hill, despite the fact that he's been dead for over a century now," he said. "Alex died of natural causes. He…
- What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories?#4031What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories? - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News Home Curious Hobart What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories? Sh…
- What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories?#4016What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories? - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News Home Curious Hobart What are Hobart's most famous ghost stories? Sh…
- Faust — more than we bargained for?#3998Faust — more than we bargained for? We look at the origins of the Faustian bargain with Teddy Tahu Rhodes — Méphistophélès in the Opera Australia production of Gounod's Faust — and search for the ghost of Federici, who…
- Celebrating the history of the Theatre Royal.#3968Celebrating the history of the Theatre Royal. As the Theatre Royal in Hobart enters a period of refurbishment – it seems timely to reflect on Australia’s oldest working theatre and celebrate its rich past. Gae Williams…
- Ghost hunters conduct global seance via Facebook at Australia's 'oldest mental hospital'#4245Ghost hunters conduct global seance via Facebook at Australia's 'oldest mental hospital' Ghost hunters conduct global seance via Facebook at Australia's 'oldest mental hospital' Ghost hunters hold Facebook seance at Aus…
- Haunted in Hobart#4116Haunted in Hobart Things can get rough if you call a spirit the g-word. Aneeta Kaitinis hosts tours with Hobart Paranomal Group. They've lined up a look at Oak House in Richmond, which she says is the most active site i…
- Ghost hunting in the Grand, one of SA's most haunted hotels#4014Ghost hunting in the Grand, one of SA's most haunted hotels - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News Home Ghost hunting in the Grand, one of SA's most ha…
- ghost in Federici's ghost#2709State Library Victoria – Federici’s ghost Monday 22nd June 2026 Blog Home News Family matters All posts Collections New to the collection Family history events Research guides Research tips & tricks Training Websites Ou…
- ghost in Federici's ghost#2708Every opening night, a seat in the Dress Circle at the Princess Theatre is left empty for Federici. It is a good luck sign if his ghost appears. [5]
- ghost in Federici's ghost#2707It is said that Federici appears at night. Usually, he sits around the centre of the second or third row of the theatre’s dress circle. Sometimes he changes seats to watch the faces of the critics. Some say they have ob…
- ghost in Federici's ghost#2706In the years that followed, actors, stagehands and even patrons began reporting strange happenings at the Princess Theatre. Audience members reported odd lights flashing on and off during theatre performances. Stagehand…
- ghost in Burnie Arts Centre ghost stories#4180ABC Northern Tasmania reported that most theatres have a ghost and that the Burnie Civic Centre, now the Burnie Arts and Function Centre, had a catalogue of strange happenings within a couple of years of opening in 1976.
- Adelaide Gaol guided tours return to historic site after long hiatus#4241Adelaide Gaol guided tours return to historic site after long hiatus Adelaide Gaol guided tours return to historic site after long hiatus Adelaide Gaol guided history tours return Adelaide Gaol tours return Historical t…
- ghost in Bayview Hotel young woman ghost#4084ABC reported on Stanley's historic Bayview Hotel and said the restorers had been told many tales of the hotel's past, including ghost stories. Sandra Parker said everyone calls the ghost a she and that she had heard sto…
- ghost in Spectrum Theatre convict ghost#4078Frequent flooding and a convict ghost are all a part of the fabric of Albany's historic Spectrum Theatre, which has received a grant to undergo extensive restoration works.
- TV ghost buster Ben Hansen investigates Adelaide's popular haunts#4053TV ghost buster Ben Hansen investigates Adelaide's popular haunts - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News Home TV ghost buster Ben Hansen investigates A…
- ghost in Australian Ghost Stories#4149ABC Overnights asked whether listeners had seen a ghost, whether Australia is teeming with them, what ghosts have been seen throughout Australian history, who Australia's most famous ghost is, and where Australia's haun…
- Adelaide's notorious Z Ward asylum opens for after-dark ghost tours#4015Adelaide's notorious Z Ward asylum opens for after-dark ghost tours - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News Home Adelaide's notorious Z Ward asylum open…
- Drama over ghost documentary#4246Drama over ghost documentary Drama over ghost documentary Drama over ghost documentary Drama over ghost documentary Tasmania's anti-discrimination commissioner is investigating a documentary about paranormal activity at…
- ghost in Darwin Ambulance Centre resident ghost#4074Ghost Story - Part 2. A couple of years ago Vollie News ran a story about the ghost in the old Palmerston Ambulance Centre. The Darwin Ambulance Centre on Ross Smith Avenue also has its resident ghost. Paramedic reports…
- Ghost hunters check Tasmania's Franklin House for bumps in the night#4047Ghost hunters check Tasmania's Franklin House for bumps in the night - ABC News Skip to main content Skip to news navigation, settings and search Explore the ABC ABC News News Home Ghost hunters check Tasmania's Frankli…
- Faust's Ghost#3997Faust's Ghost In 1888, Federici, the singer playing the part of Mephistopheles in Gounod's Faust, died on stage while descending into hell. And his ghost has haunted Melbourne's Princess Theatre ever since. So, is it fo…
- Ghosts by gaslight#4641Ghosts by gaslight Paranormal fiction Short stories Fiction, occult & supernatural Fiction, thrillers, suspense Steampunk fiction American Short stories Australian Short stories American literature Jack Dann; Nick Gever…
- The amazing Corrick collection#4249The amazing Corrick collection The amazing Corrick collection The amazing Corrick collection The amazing Corrick collection An amazing archive of more than 130 films made at the turn of the century that were discovered…
- Council hires real-life 'ghost busters'#4247Council hires real-life 'ghost busters' Council hires real-life 'ghost busters' Council hires real-life 'ghost busters' Council hires real-life 'ghost busters' Paranormal investigators are checking out claims of superna…
- Ghost hunters haunt old mental asylum#3992Ghost hunters haunt old mental asylum Do you believe in ghosts or are you a sceptic? willow court ghost paranormal skeptic former mental asylum australian paranormal investigation unit derwent valley council
- The ghosts of Ashbury High#4651The ghosts of Ashbury High High schools Fiction Interpersonal relations Schools History Children's fiction Ghost stories Interpersonal relations, fiction Schools, fiction Australia, fiction Australia New South Wales Jac…
- Australian Ghost Stories#4636Australian Ghost Stories Various Wordsworth Editions Ltd
- Australia in the middle of a gold rush#4253immigrants. People came from the mother country, if you like, here. They came for a better life and they were prepared to endure almost anything to get it. And this is where they lived. They lived in their humble little…
- Paul Jennings Spookiest Stories#4644Paul Jennings Spookiest Stories Child and youth fiction Children's stories, Australian Australian Ghost stories Paul Jennings Viking Books; Viking
This collection contains 329 search-ready records. The complete record set remains discoverable through the paginated public record index.