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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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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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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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 -
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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 -
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Article, From a house to a community institution: the Diamond Valley Community Hospital, 1934-2000
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 -
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Oral History, Richards - Angland Family, by Ida Brown as told to June Hall, 1895o
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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Memoir, Life at Alwyn - 1950s and 60s by Faye Fort, 1947-1969
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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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Article, John Cecil Jessop: a community minded individual, 29/03/1892o
Cecil Jessop was an important figure in the development of Greensborough. This outline of his life discusses his work as a councillor, MMBW, and Sutherland Homes.A brief outline of an important Greensborough identity.2 typed pages.jessop family, cecil jessop, councillors, mmbw, yan yean reservoir, greensborough -
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Memoir, William Arthur Cecil by Bill Cecil, 1944o
Bill Cecil moved to Greensborough in 1944 aged 14. His family ran the post office and Bill became acquainted with most Greensborough families as he delivered the mail on horseback. Bill recounts his life both in Greensborough and other parts of the country.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.2 typed pages.cecil family, bill cecil, william arthur cecil, greensborough post office -
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Genealogical Document, The Iredales of Greensborough by Noel Withers, 22/01/1823o
The origins of the Iredale family are traced from Huddersfield in Yorkshire to the arrival of James Iredale in Greensborough (circa 1858). An outline of the life and origins of a pioneer Greensborough family.4 typed pages.iredale family, george arthur iredale, emma gilding, james iredale, margaret sunderland -
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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 -
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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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Memoir, Hyde Family by Norm Hyde, 2011
Norm Hyde recounts his married life with his wife Pat and family in Greensborough from 1964. Includes his involvement with local sporting clubs. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century. As told to June Hall 2011.4 typed pages.pat hyde, greensborough cricket club, greensborough football club, vermont parade, hyde family, norm hyde -
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Memoir, Waites Family by Jack Waites, 2011
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 -
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Family History, Dean family by Bob Dean, 1952o
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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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 -
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Genealogical Document, Middleton Family - Briar Hill, 1923o
Details of the Middleton family of Briar Hill from their arrival in Australia from England in 1923/24. Lists the children of Jesse Middleton and Florence Clark.2 typed pages.middleton family jesse middleton, briar hill -
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Notes, Lower Plenty Bridge notes by Russell Yeoman, 18/10/1887o
Notes on the history of Lower Plenty by Russell Yeoman, Eltham Historical Society; including references to Andrew Ross from his "Reminiscences" and an article from Trove on the Lower Plenty Bridge. 3 typed pages.lower plenty, russell yeoman, andrew ross -
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Genealogical Document, The Beale Family, 1790o
Document lists the descendants of Anthony Beale and Katherine Rose Young.2 typed pagesanthony beale -
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Memoir, Watsonia - some memories by John Kellow, 1934o
A short history of Watsonia told in the oral history style. Written in July 2010.5 pages, typed.watsonia, john kellow -
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Genealogical Document, Jesse Middleton 1888-1947, 1888-1947
Details the life of Jesse Middleton b1888 in Lancashire England, d1947. Buried Nillumbik Cemetery Diamond Creek.3 typed pagesjesse middleton, briar hill -
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Article, Lieutenant Edward Carse, a Greensborough boy, 1943_
A brief explanation of Lieutenant Carse's connection to Greensborough.Hubert Edward (Ted) Carse fought against the Japanese in Singapore during World War 2.Half page, typedcarse family, operation rimau, world war 2 -
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Family History, E.H.(Mick) Evans: VX10125, 1939o
This story was written by June Hall, daughter of Mick Evans, information taken from tapes recorded before his death.First published on GHS website.2 typed pagesmick evans, june hall, tobruk, world war 2