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Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, Medhurst-Ruston Families, 1823o
This oral history relates the history of the Medhurst and Ruston families in Greensborough. A story of the interconnections between families in pioneer Greensborough 2 x typed pages, 2 x handwritten pages on lined paper (manuscript)Handwritten manuscript by Faye Fort.medhurst, rustin, ruston, greensborough, oral history -
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, I loved Greensborough by Val Wilson (nee Rolfs), 1936o
Val Wilson (nee Rolfs) recounts stories of her childhood growing up in rural Greensborough. In this story Val tells of a little girl who thought she could ice skate on a pond behind Grimshaw Street.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages.val wilson, val rolfs, greensborough, ice skating -
Greensborough Historical Society
Family History, The adventured of the Brown brothers on the playing fields of Greensborough by Val Wilson (nee Rolfs), 1890o
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Family History, Ernest "Mick" Henry Evans - ANZAC, 1947_
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, My childhood memories by June Hall (nee Evans), 1936o
June Hall (nee Evans) tells her own story of growing up in Port Melbourne and later Greensborough.A primary source recollection of growing up in Port Melbourne and Greensborough in the mid-20th century.3 typed pages.evans family, june evans, june hall, port melbourne, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Evans family move to Greensborough, 1947o
June Hall (nee Evans) recounts the building of the house at 11 Anama Street and the Evans family's move to Greensborough in 1947.A personal story of building in Greensborough in the post war period.2 typed pages.evans family, ernest evans, mick evans, june hall, anama street -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Doug Hall - Greensborough by June Hall (nee Evans), 1928o
June Hall (nee Evans) tells the life story of her husband Doug Hall, including his association with many Greensborough sporting clubs and groups, and his love of art and music.This story outlines the life of a Greensborough resident in the second half of the 20th century.2 typed pages.hall family, doug hall, june evans, june hall, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Magazine, Plenty Valley Graphics and Desktop Puiblishing, Centricity November 1990, 1990_11
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne A collection of short stories ...A collection of short stories, poetry and other writing by students (local women) at the Diamond Valley Living and Learning Centre Greensborough.A publication of writing by local women.40 pages, black and white illus. Blue cover with line drawing of DVLC.On front cover in pen: "Diamond Valley Living and Learning Centre. Donated by Rosie Bray"diamond valley living and learning centre, dvlc, diamond valley learning centre, writing, centricity -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, The story of the Foard family store by Ian Foard and June Hall, 1958o
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Family History, Victor Edwin Splatt - ANZAC by Val Wilson, 07/02/1893o
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Val Wilson recounts the story ...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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Early days in Chapman Street Macleod, 1953o
Graeme and Lorraine Collins moved to Macleod in the late 1950s and tell the story of building and establishing their family home in the area.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages, includes photographs.collins family, graeme collins, lorraine collins, macleod, chapman street -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Early days in High Street Watsonia - the Willimotts, 1959o
Keith and Margaret Willimott built their home and moved to Watsonia in 1960. They tell the story of a developing suburb and the friendships made there.A primary source recollection of Watsonia in the mid-20th century.3 typed pages includes photographswillimott family, keith willimott, margaret willimott, watsonia, high street watsonia -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, From a house to a community institution: the Diamond Valley Community Hospital, 1934-2000
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne This article tells the story ...This article tells the story of the Diamond Valley Community Hospital from its beginnings as a private hospital in the 1930s, its use as a community hospital from 1954 to its closure in 2000.A primary source recollection of the Diamond Valley Community Hospital, Greensborough.3 typed pages.diamond valley community hospital, greensborough, genista house, butterworth, cordner, avery -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, Richards - Angland Family, by Ida Brown as told to June Hall, 1895o
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Ida Brown relates the story of her ...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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Life at Alwyn - 1950s and 60s by Faye Fort, 1947-1969
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Faye recounts stories about growing ...Faye recounts stories about growing up in the Partington home "Alwyn" in the mid 20th century. At this time agriculture played an important role in the Greensborough district and the land around Alwyn was used for poultry, vegetables and cut flowers.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages. partington family, greensborough, alwyn, alan partington, farming -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, I remember by Elaine Drakeford (nee Roberts), 1939o
Elaine Drakeford (nee Roberts) recounts her story of growing up in Greensborough from the 1940s. As part of a large family, the 9 children played together and made their own fun.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages.elaine drakeford, elaine roberts, grimshaw street, bernie drakeford -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article - Memoir, June Roberts, Brian and June Roberts at 'Blackjack', 1956o
Brian and June Roberts moved to Hume Street Briar Hill as newlyweds. June's story recounts the development of their home on the Plenty River and the friendships with neighbours. A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.11 typed pages.june roberts, brian roberts, briar hill, blackjack, hume street, suburban life -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, June Hall, The Noel Withers story, 2011
Noel Withers recounts his background in England, emigrating to Australia and settling in Greensborough. He discusses the development of his interest in the Greensborough cemetery and local history. A told to June Hall 2011.A primary source account of Noel's background and interest in local history. 3 typed pages. noel withers, greensborough historical society, june hall, greensborough cemetery -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, The Dickson Family story / by Rosie Bray, 1951o
Bonnie Dickson recounts her early married life in Greensborough from 1955, the building of their home in Nell Street and their involvement in the local community.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages. Second copy of Item bonnie dickson, ray dickson, rosalie bray, nell street, greensborough, oral history. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Waites Family by Jack Waites, 2011
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Jack Waites tells the story of his ...Jack Waites tells the story of his family's move to the 'safety' of the family's Briar Hill holiday house in 1940, the family home in Hailes Street and his marital home in William Street Greensborough. Jack remembers many locals from his time in Greensborough. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.3 typed pages.waites family, jack waites, briar hill, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Mavis Solum recalls, 2011
Mavis Solum (nee Thomas) recounts stories of her life and neighbours in Greensborough from 1932. The family lived in Sellars Street and ran a chicken hatchery. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.2 typed pages.solum family, mavis solum, sellars street, thomas -
Greensborough Historical Society
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Community celebrations, 1995_
The article is one of series published as part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 program.This story is about Jack Wilcox, a local ex serviceman. Jack served in post war Japan as a part of the British Commonwealth Occupation Force.An A3 photocopy of an article from the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 program.Hand written words "Jack Wilcox" on top RH corner.bcof, jack wilcox, australia remembers 1945 - 1995, korean war -
Greensborough Historical Society
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Mark Thomson, The Complete Blokes and Sheds; including Stories from the Shed, 2002_
Covers backyard sheds, some of which could be described as male refuges, and "men's sheds".278 p., Illus.sheds, mens sheds -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Paul Brickhill, Reach for the sky, 1954_
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Story of Douglas Bader, fighter ...Story of Douglas Bader, fighter pilot and POW during World War 2382 p. illus. pbk. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, John Castle, The Password is courage, 1956_
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Story of Charles Coward, a British ...Story of Charles Coward, a British POW who carried out sabotage and resistance activities in various camps including Auschwitz.286 p. pbk.prisoner of war camps, world war 2 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, A. J. Evans, The Escaping club, 1957_
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Story of a British pilot's capture ...Story of a British pilot's capture, imprisonment and escape from POW camps in Germany in World War 1191 p. pbk.world war 1, prisoner of war camps -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Duncan Grinnell-Milne, An Escaper's log, 1957_
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Story of the capture, imprisonment ...Story of the capture, imprisonment and escape of a British pilot in World War 1192 p. pbk.world war 1