The story of the Siyi gold miners is one of resilience, ingenuity, and an enduring cultural legacy. In the mid-19th century, migrants from Taishan, Kaiping, Xinhui, and Enping left Guangdong, China, seeking fortune in Australia’s goldfields. Amidst racial discrimination and restrictive laws like the Victorian poll tax, they persevered—not only extracting gold but also laying…
