This tale of Irish ancestors, begins by investigating and acknowledging the intrepid explorers of the South Coast of eastern Australia such as Cook, Bass, Flinders, and others, who first charted and then paved the way for settlement. Their voyages opened up the land to those that followed, including the convicts and free settlers, who became the pioneers that built their lives on these shores. Among them were John Frawley and Mary Ann McGarry, two Irish convicts who overcame hardship and privations to establish a lasting legacy in both Pambula, New South Wales, and later in Toowoomba, Queensland. Their story is deeply intertwined with the ancestral threads of the Frawley, and McGarry families, revealing a rich tapestry of struggle, resilience, and triumph. This meticulously researched publication explores their origins and migration, weaving together genealogical records, historical accounts, and personal narratives to bring their laborious journey to life. As part of the expansive Rockwell Genealogies, this book is more than a historical record, it is a tribute to the enduring spirit of those who came before us. With four decades of dedicated research behind it, this volume ensures that their stories, traditions, and sacrifices are not forgotten. It invites readers to walk in the footsteps of these forebears, connecting past and present in a powerful testament to family and history.