Maddy, I thought it was most interesting to read where, and how, individual men served for specific periods - for example, Emu Plains, Maitland, guard at Moreton Bay, mounted Police, Port Stephens, Norfolk Island, etc….. , and when they received a promotion is also notated. Also if they were sick in hospital or serving time in prison for a misdemeanour.
As you say, you need to spend some time going through the pages.
For example, you’ll find that Tittensor served at Emu Plains and the Cox’s River Stockade during 1835- 36.