A word from Denis Cash [Current land holder of the area around Murphys Haystacks]

When my Grandfather Denis Murphy made his selection of land in 1889 it is more than likely that an outcrop of rocks were not given much consideration, having left his family and his beloved Ireland behind in a state of famine. To provide the essentials of food, water and shelter would have been foremost in his mind.

From early photographs it is obvious that these rocks were soon to be regarded as something really special. Picnics with family and friends at what became known as “Murphys Haystacks” were common. Every visitor to the farm had to see The Haystacks.

One hundred years later The Haystacks had become so popular that we decided to make entry more accessible. My family has been privileged to have had the opportunity to meet some of the many visitors to the site and made great friendships with people form all over the world.

It is hoped that whoever visits the “Murphys Haystacks” will experience the grandeur, splendour and tranquility that oozes from the area.

Having visited this website we hope that it may encourage you to come and see in reality the magnificence of this natural wonder. If by chance you meet any of our family whilst on visit please stop and say “G’day”

Denis Cash & family December 2002

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