James Dawson This plaque commemorates the remarkable work of pioneer settler and naturalist James Dawson. Born 1806 in Scotland, landed in Hobson's Bay in 1840 and died at Camperdown in 1900. Through his efforts this obelisk was erected. He was a friend and protector of district Aborigines, and with his daughter Isabella, who spoke the local dialects, was author of the book Australian Aborigines. He was associated with district properties Wuurong, Renny Hill and Wooriwyrite. Presented by the Camperdown Historical Society 1983.

35 Cemetery Rd, Camperdown, Australia