Glen Ivory

Glen Ivory is an abandoned town in the Northern Townships Region.

History
The area was first settled in 1840, and by 1880, had a population of 89.

The town grew significantly through to the 1930's, when the Gold Rush in Goran Swamp ended.

The population of the town decreased significantly from 1930 to 1960, when only 50 people were left.

In 1975, the Goran River flooded and many houses in the town were swept away. After the disaster, most of the town moved out and only 5 people remained.

In 1979, the last resident of the town moved out.

The government sold the town and its surrounding lands to a nearby farm in 1981. Although the town is still located on private property, the town was heritage listed in 2001.

Abandonment
After the Goran Swamp Gold Rush ended in the 30s, the town's population dived. The population began to grow again in the late 60s and early 70s.

The new growth was diminished by the major flood in 1975, in which all but 5 residents moved out.

On the 4th of May 1979, Gertrude Galldwill, the last resident, moved out. She was 94 years old and was born in the area in 1885 and had lived there her entire life. She died in 1987.

Access
Access to the town was cut off in 1981, when Glen Ivory Road was shortened. The town is now owned by Glen Ivory Cattle Stud, and can only be accessed through their property.