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Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Eltham High School - A history 1926-1978 - El7805, 1926-1978
Published on the occasion of the Jubilee celebrations 1978. Written by Max Balchin. Includes a brief history of each decade.A record of the early days of Etham High School.Black and white photographs, approx 60 pages. Green card cover with a drawing of Eltham High School. Includes loose page from the Jubilee Celebrations 1978.eltham high school, max balchin, jubilee celebrations -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Ely Poulter Family Greensborough, 1838o
This document outlines the family trees of the Ely and Poulter families from Cowlinge Suffolk and the eventual marriage and settlement in Greensborough in then mid 1850s.Shows the links between pioneer families in the district and the links with Cowlinge in Suffolk.2 pages. Contains family history details.greensborough, cowlinge. ely, poulter, iredale, splatt -
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Document, A brief history of Lower Plenty, 1830o
A brief history of the Lower Plenty area.A starting place for further investigation of the area.2 pages.lower plenty, plenty river -
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Document, A brief history of Bundoora, 1835o
A brief history of the Bundoora area from around 1835.A starting place for further research.One page.bundoora -
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Oral History, Stan and Hazel Amos, 1942o
This oral history relates the family history of Stan and Hazel Amos, living in Greensborough from the 1950s. As told to Marilyn Smith 2011. A story of harsh conditions and the development of Greensborough in the second half of the 20th century suburb.3 pages, includes photographs.Copy 2 #716amos family, greensborough -
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Pamphlet, Hurstbridge and District Local History Group, 2006c
This brochure details the purpose and activities of the Hurstbridge and District Local History Group. Operating out of Allwood Neighbourhood House, the Group offers a range of local history activities and access to the Hurstbridge collection.Tri-fold A4 sheet of buff paper, printed in brown with sepia illustrations.hurstbridge, allwood neighbourhood house, hurstbridge and district local history group -
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Booklet, Banyule City Council, The History of The Centre Ivanhoe, 2005_
Gives the history of The Centre Ivanhoe from its beginnings as Heidelberg Town Hall and municipal offices in the 1930s. Text and photos by Robin Grow.The Centre is an example of Art Deco architecture and has retained these features. The Banyule Council is committed to maintaining this building in its present form.12 pages, illus. (some col.).heidelberg town hall, the centre ivanhoe, art deco architecture, robin grow -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, My story of the Iredales and old Greensborough by George A Iredale, 06/04/2002
A family history written by George Arthur Iredale, mainly from recollections from his own life. He delves into the early days when the Iredales first arrived in Greensborough and expands his story with subsequent generations of the Iredale family.The Iredale family are Greensborough pioneers, in the area from the 1850s.18 typed pages.iredale family, george arthur iredale, sarah hurst, james iredale, george gilding -
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Family History, The adventured of the Brown brothers on the playing fields of Greensborough by Val Wilson (nee Rolfs), 1890o
... Rolfs) Family History Greensborough Historical Society ...Val Wilson (nee Rolfs) recounts the problems faced by the Brown brothers in their quest to play cricket for Greensborough Cricket Club in the late 1800s.This story is supported by articles in the Evelyn Observer.3 typed pages.val wilson, val rolfs, greensborough cricket club, brown brothers, william brown, thomas brown, adam brown, henry brown, bundoora -
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Family History, Ernest "Mick" Henry Evans - ANZAC, 1947_
... . Ernest "Mick" Henry Evans - ANZAC Family History Greensborough ...Written by his daughter, June Hall, this is the story of Ernie (Mick) Evans during World War II. He fought as an ANZAC with the Rats of Tobruk. In 1947 the Evans family moved to Greensborough.A recollection of Greensborough residents in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages, black and white photograph.evans family, ernest evans, mick evans, june hall, rats of tobruk, world war 2 -
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Family History, Ernie (Mick) Evans by Marj Pepper (nee Evans), 1947-2000
Compiled by his daughter for a journalist to write Ernie Evans' obituary, this is a brief outline of his life. An outline of the life of Greensborough resident Ernie (Mick) Evans.2 typed pages.evans family, ernest evans, mick evans, marj pepper, rats of tobruk, world war 2 -
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Oral History, The story of the Foard family store by Ian Foard and June Hall, 1958o
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Ian Foard's parents Russell and Nance Foard owned the corner store on the site that is now Safeway. Ian tells the history of the store in the 1950s. As told to June Hall.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.3 typed pages, illustrations.foard store, safeway, a k lines, tennis courts, ester street, ian foard -
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Family History, Victor Edwin Splatt - ANZAC by Val Wilson, 07/02/1893o
... Edwin Splatt - ANZAC by Val Wilson Family History Greensborough ...Val Wilson recounts the story of her great uncle Victor Splatt and his heroism during World War I.A recollection of the war service of a Greensborough resident.3 typed pages illustrated with photographs.splatt family, victor splatt, val wilson, val rolfs, anzac, world war i -
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Oral History, Richards - Angland Family, by Ida Brown as told to June Hall, 1895o
... as told to June Hall. Oral History Greensborough Historical ...Ida Brown relates the story of her family, through good and bad times. From her grandfather's arrival in Australia (John Henry Richards) to her time at Greensborough Primary School. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough pioneer families.2 typed pages.rickards angland family, ida brown, henry richards, lillian richards, john angland -
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Genealogical Document, Edward Bernard Green - Greensborough, 1809o
A short history of Edward Bernard Green, after whom Greensborough was named. Describes his various business activities including his purchase of property on the Plenty River and his contract for the carriage of mail overland between Melbourne and Sydney. Author unknown.Background on the origins of "Greensborough".2 typed pages.greensborough, edward bernard green, green family -
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Family History, Dean family by Bob Dean, 1952o
... Dean. Family History Greensborough Historical Society ...Bob Dean moved to Montmorency in 1952 and lived in Para Road. As a builder he worked on Marble Hall and his family's company built home in the area.A primary source of life in the mid to late 20th century.1 typed page.dean family, bob dean, marble hall, montmorency -
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Oral History, My memories by Eric Barclay, 1938o
Eric Barclay recalls his life and times as a child in Greensborough from 1938, later his various employment opportunities. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.4 typed pages.barclay family, eric barclay, grace park -
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Family History, Brooks (Brookes) by Ross Brookes, 2011
Ross Brooks is a descendant of the Poulter family and recounts the family connections with Greensborough. As told to June Hall 2011.Family connections in Greensborough are deceased.1 typed page.brooks family, brookes family, poulter, roberts, ross brooks -
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Book, Transport in Victoria, 1980s
Each of these booklets details the history, changes and upgrades to transport in Victoria in the early 1980s and explains the role af government authorities such as the Country Roads Board. Item 707c describes the Melbourne Freight Terminal between Spencer Street and Footscray Road.An historical look at the development of transport in Victoria.A collection of 3 booklets on transport in Victoria. Item 707a: 16 pages, colour illustrations. Item 707b: 20 pages, colour illustrations.Item 707c: 8 pages, black and white illustrations (20 x 14.5 cm). railways, transport, victoria, trams, roads -
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Magazine, Australia's Heritage. Part 16, 1970_
This weekly magazine is a history of Australia from European settlement. 24 pages per issue. Illustrations (some colour). 16 issues bound into one binder. Total 112 issues in 7 binders. 3 individual issues (part 16: item 706,part 20: item 704 and part 21: item 705).Individual issues stamped "Vertical File" (source unknown)australia history -
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Newspaper clipping, They've had to go, 05/08/1980
Tom Skals ran Skals Motors in Main Street Greensborough until it was demolished in 1980 to make way for new development and the widening of Main Street.Photograph and information on Skals Motors and the family's history in the area.Yellowed original news clipping. Text and photograph of Tom and Greg Skals at Skals Motors.skals, skals motors, tom skals, greg skals, main street, greensborough -
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Newspaper clipping, Steeped in History, 13/05/1998
This is an article on the 140th Anniversary celebrations of St Katherine's chapel on 17/05/1998.The original chapel was built by Major Anthony Beale an early pioneer of the Greensborough district.A black and white news article featuring 2 photographs.Pencil written on top right corner.st katherine's anglican church, major anthony beale, st helena, anniversaries, jock ryan -
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Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Sharon Calls All Square Dancers, 1970s
Details the personal history of Sharon Lacey as a square dance caller and how she can be contacted.Tells the story of the establishment of the Diamond Valley Squares. A Square Dancing club.A black and white newspaper clipping with a green heading.Nilsquare dancing, diamond valley squares, guiding light square dancers, westgate dancers -
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Book, Angus & Robertson Ltd, The Australian Encyclopaedia, 1958_
Standard history of Australia to 195810 vols. illus. maps with index vol. 10australian encyclopaedia -
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Article, Robert Whatmough by Alan Partington, 1960s
A scanned copy of a handwritten manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Robert Whatmough in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.2 pages, handwritten on Victoria Police letterhead.alan partington, robert whatmough -
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Article, Peter Ruston by Alan Partington, 1960s
... . A short history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendent ...A scanned copy of a handwritten manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Peter Ruston in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Ruston, Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.A short history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendent.5 pages, handwritten.peter ruston, peter rustin, alan partington -
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Article, Alan Partington, Peter Ruston [2] by Alan Partington, 1960s
... . A history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendant. peter ...A scanned copy of a handwritten manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Peter Ruston in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Ruston, Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.A history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendant.3 pages, handwritten.peter ruston, peter rustin, alan partington -
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Article, Ruston Family by Alan Partington, 1960c
... . A history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendent. peter ...A scanned copy of a typed manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Peter Ruston in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Ruston, Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.A history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendent.Digital copy of 2 typed pages.peter ruston, peter rustin, alan partington -
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Article, Whatmough and Partington families by Alan Partington, 1960s
A scanned copy of a typed manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of the Whatmough and Partington families. Alan was a descendent of the Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.The story of Greensborough pioneers written by a descendant. Scanned copy of 4 typed pages.whatmough family, partington family, alan partington -
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Newspaper Clipping, Creases in club's records, 28/10/2015
Lauren Cleary from Greensborough Cricket Club is researching the club's history and seeks information from the public.News clipping, black text, colour image.greensborough cricket club, lauren cleary