Mary Reiby - The Teenage Convict

A true, rags to riches story, Mary Reibey came to Australia as a teenage convict in 1792. She was just 14 years old when she was sentenced to seven years transportation. When her husband died, leaving her with seven children, she took over all his business dealings. A tough and determined businesswoman, she built a fortune as a ship-owner, trader and property developer in the early days of the colony. She erected many elegant buildings in Sydney, some of which are still standing, and was one of the founders of Westpac bank. As a philanthropist, she made a significant contribution to education, charity and church. Today her face can be seen on the Australian $20 note. Further information: Australian Dictionary of Biography Dictionary of Sydney Aussie Notables – Mary Reibey (Children’s book) by Allan Drummond, 2011 Mary Reibey: From Convict to First Lady of Trade , by Kathleeen J. Pullen, 1975. Dear Cousin: The Reibey Letters: Twenty Two Letters of the Reibey Family, includuing Letters of Mary Reiby, Her Children & Their Descendants, 1792-1901 Minding Her Own Business; Colonial Business Women in Sydney by Catherine Bishop, 2015 You can find Dr Paul Roe online at theoutbackhistorian.com.au and Katrina Roe at katrinaroe.com

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Mary Reiby - The Teenage Convict is an episode from Australia's Invisible History by Hope 103.2 Digital Team.

This episode is 17:26 long.

This episode was published on Oct 10, 2022.

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