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Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Students take a ride back in time, 1980s
Watsonia Heights Primary school is a local education facility. Article written by Rosalie Bray.Features a photograph of two students wearing period clothing on horse back. The article also lists school activities from the period.A photocopy of a newspaper article on activities at Watsonia Heights Primary school.Some biro writing at bottom of page.watsonia heights primary school, rosalie bray -
Greensborough Historical Society
School Photograph, Watsonia High School 1979, Year 4B - WaHIGH, 1979_
The photograph shows a Watsonia High School class from 1979. This is Form 4B.Watsonia High School was a local educational facility that was closed in 1989. Greensborough Secondary College opened in 1990 into which Watsonia High students merged.A colour copy of a school photograph.Pencil words on front lower right corner.watsonia high school -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Ignatian, 10th March 1994, 10/03/1994
This is a general newsletter produced by Loyola College and distributed to parents. In this edition the front page article and 4 page centre lift out deal with the ongoing bid to protect the former Loyola seminary from demolition.Loyola, a Jesuit seminary in Watsonia was opened in 1934, with Loyola College, a Catholic secondary school opening in 1980 on 4 acres adjacent to the seminary. In the early 1990s the College was keen to take over the seminary buildings. 8 page newsletter. Printed in black on white paper (discoloured). Title of publication is printed in red. Complete volume available at GHS.loyola college, loyola seminary watsonia, ignatian -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, Outbid college blasts Loyola sale, and, Panel backs shire on Loyola, 07/09/1994
These articles detail the changes to planning regulations around the Loyola seminary site and its sale by the state government to the Maharishi organisation in 1994.These articles show the community interest in the Loyola site and its buildings and form part of the ongoing history of this site.2 newspaper articles. Text only.loyola college, loyola seminary watsonia, ignatian, maharishi -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Watsonia (2 articles), 1990c
Did you know Watsonia? and What's in a suburb? Watsonia. Each article gives some background history of Watsonia. Mentions some landmarks in the area.Basic history of the Watsonia area.Newspaper clippings, one original, one a photocoopy.watsonia, simpson army barracks, grace park, watson -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoirs, Rosalie Bray, A Second Chance at Learning, 1988-1991
The document details the experiences of Rosie Bray as an adult student at Watsonia High School.Rosie Bray is a member of Greensborough Historical Society. Watsonia High School is a former school in the district, now amalgamated to form Greensborough College.A 5 page document with a number of coloured photographs.Nilwatsonia high school, rosie bray, aduilt learning, greensborough college -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Teens save injured man, 14/11/2012
An article about two youths who saved a man after he had fallen onto the railway tracks and was hit by a train at Watsonia Railway Station. The youths were highly praised for their efforts which saved the man's life.Newspaper clipping with text and colour photo.Pencil written date and source.watsonia railway station, accidents -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Watsonia Uniting Church, 1957o
The Watsonia Methodist Church was established in 1957. this is a brief history of the Church which later became the Watsonia Uniting Church.Recollections of the establishment of the Church and images of the buildings.2 pages of typed text with 3 photographs.watsonia methodist church, watsonia uniting church, watsonia rsl -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Watsonia High School Profile, 1986_
An introduction to Year 7 includes Year 7 curriculum, pathways into subsequent years and an outline of school rules and services.A snapshot of the Year 7 curriculum and school rules at Watsonia High School in 19866 typed pages, blue cover with black and white image.watsonia high school, curriculum -
Greensborough Historical Society
Documents, 25th Anniversary 1986-7. [Watsonia High School], 1986-1987
1987 marked the 25th anniversary of the opening of Watsonia High School. Mrs Margaret Willimott was appointed chair of the committee organising the celebrations. These are her personal notes on the planningPersonal documents tend not to survive over time. These documents record both activities and people involved.A collection of planning documents and advertising materials, in manila foolscap folder. Typed and handwritten. In black felt pen on front cover “25th Anniversary 1986-7”watsonia high school, 25th anniversary, margaret willimott -
Greensborough Historical Society
Handbook, Watsonia High School Staff Handbook: supplement 1987, 1987_
This collection advises staff of their duties and responsibilities, including report writing, discipline. There is a plan of the Watsonia High School campus and a copy of a ‘Draft Agreement’ for teachers’ employment conditions copied from VSTA News, October 1990This collection demonstrates the professional responsibilities of school staff. A collection of typed and copied documentsTitle hand written on front cover.watsonia high school, staff -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletters, Watsonia High School Newsletters, 1985, 28/06/1985
Watsonia High School Newsletters from June and July 1985 and a 1985 Report on High School Certificate results and tertiary offers (Feb 1985).Information on activities and students. The report on High School Certificate students names each student from the previous year and their post-secondary destinations.4 typed and printed pages. Staple in top left corner. wastonia high school, newsletters, hsc results -
Greensborough Historical Society
Report, Watsonia High School Principal's Report 1969, 1969_
The Principal’s Report outlines the achievements of Watsonia High School in 1969, including curriculum, staffing and improvements to grounds and buildings.This report was written at a time when Watsonia High School was facing overcrowding due to high enrolments with some class sizes around 40.4 pages, typed.watsonia high school, principals report, 1969 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Watsonia High School Newsletter 28th June 1985, 28/06/1985
An example of the weekly newsletter sent home to parents. This copy includes the School Discipline Policy.This newsletter outlines the ‘new’ school discipline policy that outlaws corporal punishment in government schools.Photocopied 4 pages. Typed newsletter, stapled in top left corner. Student’s name written in pen on front.watsonia high school, school discipline policy, corporal punishment -
Greensborough Historical Society
Correspondence, Watsonia High School Council to Margaret Willimott, 1987, 15/06/1987
Letter of appreciation to Mrs Willimott from D.T. Grant, Secretary of Watsonia High School Council. In appreciation of her efforts in organising the 25th anniversary celebrations [incorrectly referred to as 'centenary celebrations'].An example of Mrs Willimott’s long association and involvement with the schoolLetter typed on Watsonia High School letterheadwatsonia high school, 25th anniversary, margaret willimott -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Loyola College articles, 22/10/2010
Article one (2000) is about the Loyola College Art Show; article two (1994) deals with an attempt by Diamond Valley Council to protect the former Loyola seminary building from demolition; article 3 (undated-Maybe 22/10/2010) deals with the removal of cypress trees on land at Loyola College. Articles were collected by Shirley Fraser (nee Black) whose family once owned and farmed the land on which Loyola stands. Mrs Fraser is mentioned in two of the articles.A collection of 3 articles about Loyola College, Watsonia. 2 originals, one photocopied.One article has "year 2000" written in pen.shirley fraser, shirley black, loyola college, loyola seminary watsonia -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photographs, Watsonia opening; Loyola seminary. Circa 1934, 01/08/1934
The Society of Jesus (Jesuits) opened the seminary in 1934. These photographs were part of the advertising for the opening ceremony. The Jesuit Order had a presence on the site from 1934 to 1974 where a house of formation and studies for the Society of Jesus was located (the current Old Loyola building purchased by the College in 2002). Loyola College Watsonia now occupies the site.1934 photographs showing the site before the residential development in the area.Four photographs and one photocopy. Aerial and ground views.loyola college, jesuits, loyola seminary -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Award for united service, 06/02/2013
Watsonia couple Laurence and Jean McQuade have spent their 50-year marriage volunteering and have been recognised for their work with CFA, St John's Ambulance and Scouts. They were awarded the Nillumbik Citizen of the Year Award in 2013.Recognition of volunteers.Newspaper clipping, text and colour image.watsonia, mcquade family, volunteers, nillumbik citizen of the year -
Greensborough Historical Society
School badge, Prefect's pocket, Watsonia High School, 1980s
This is a 'new' pocket, unused. Embroidered pockets were sewn onto school uniform as a sign of student seniority and responsibilityAn unused pocket from Watsonia High School.Maroon woollen pocket with stitched school crest and motto.Includes "Prefect" in embroidery.watsonia high school, prefects pocket -
Greensborough Historical Society
Magazine, Watsonia Whisper, 1991-2005 [incomplete], 1991-2005
This local newspaper was produced by the Watsonia Shopping Centre Traders. It contains local interest stories and advertising for local businesses. Title may vary between editions: Watsonia's Whisper or Watsonia Whisper.This significance of these newspapers is the local Watsonia stories and a record of businesses in the area at the time. These are originals of the paper.Various editions of local newspaper. 1991 editions are black and white approx 42 x 29cm. 2003-2005 editions are colour and measure 29 x 21 cm. Include text and illustrations.watsonia, watsonia traders, watsonia shopping centre, rosalie bray -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, As I Recall: a collection of stories - country to suburbia, 2013_
Compiled and published by the Greensborough Historical Society, this book contains 26 stories of and by people who lived in the Greensborough area including Watsonia, Briar Hill and Montmorency. The book was initially funded by a grant from Banyule City Council.The first book published by Greensborough Historical Society, this volume includes oral and written histories of many local families. Copies available from the Society.90 pages, black and white illustrations. Cover has a green background with a collage of photographs.greensborough historical society, as i recall, bill cecil, bonnie dickson, val wilson, collins, thatcher, diamond valley community hospital, hutchinson, eric barclay, norm hyde, ida brown, faye fort, sculli, hazel amos, tom vickers, willimott, june hall, evans, spear family, trinnie di giacomo, elaine drakeford, ian foard, jack waites, vera lay, partington -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, Bank pledges sought, 16/07/2003
In 2003 a steering committee investigated the feasibility of setting up a branch of the Bendigo Bank in Watsonia. This article continues to seek community support for the Bank.Community involvement in local matters.News article. Black and white text and colour photo. 2 copies.Date written in pen.bendigo bank, community banks, watsonia, macleod, laurie joyner, rosalie bray -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, High School Parents at Watsonia by Patsy Coverdale, 1962o
A brief overview of Mrs Patsy Coverdale's time as a parent at Watsonia High School.Personal story of one parent's perspective of Watsonia High School.One page, typed.watsonia high school, patsy coverdale -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, A brief history of Watsonia, previously part of Greensborough, by June Hall, 1924o
A brief history of Watsonia and early landowners.One page of text.watsonia, grace park, frank watson -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph, Watsonia High School Staff 1989, 1989_
Photograph of Watsonia High School staff 1989. The people are not named.Colour school photograph of staff.watsonia high school, staff photo -
Greensborough Historical Society
Documents, Watsonia High School documents 1986-1989, 1986-1989
Document 1 is the constitution of Staff Meetings at Watsonia High School; document 2 outlines the programs and budgets for Watsonia High in 1989; document 3 is a profile of Watsonia High in 1986.Administration information for staff and parents of Watsonia High School.3 documents, total approx 26 pages. Name written in pen on cover of one document.watsonia high school -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph, Keith Willimott, Willimott photographs, 1956-1964
8 photographs of construction of Willimott home, High Street Watsonia. Includes sale advert for land (The Age 1956)Photographs to accompany Willimott family oral history.Copy of group of black and white photographs. Copy of one newspaper advertisement for a block of land. 3 pages.Captions on back of each photograph.willimott family, watsonia, oral history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Plan, Watsonia High School Library: floor plan 1971, 1971_
In the early 1970s "Commonwealth Libraries" were funded in secondary schools. This is the proposed plan for the Watsonia High School Library.An example of school library plans from the 1970s.3 copies of a one-page floor plan and front elevation of building.Written on front "Watsonia"watsonia high school, commonwealth libraries -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, The Time when three men owned Watsonia; St Katherine's Church at St Helena; When the railway came to the Diamond Valley, 29/09/1964
Three articles from 1964 on the history of suburbs in the new Shire of Diamond Valley - Greensborough, Watsonia and St Helena.Articles on the building of Greensborough, Montmorency and Watsonia Railway Stations, and establishment of St Helena.Pp. 28-30 of Diamond Valley News, 29 September 1964.greensborough railway station, montmorency railway station, watsonia, watsonia railway station, beale family, frank watson, shire of diamond valley, st helena -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Real Estate Institute of Victoria, Demographic profile for Greensborough, 2015_11
Demographic information about Greensborough and information on recent sales in Greensborough and Watsonia (2015)8 p. col. printingAccount: Morrison Kleemanhouses in greensborough, houses in watsonia, greensborough, watsonia