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Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Waste Transfer and Recycling Centre
Black and white photograph of the exterior of the Waste Transfer and Recycling Centre, Burwood Highway, Vermont South. White flowers front right. Name on side of centre.waste transfer and recycling centre vermont south -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Time stood still
In 1869 Mount Pleasant Common School opened, first Principal, John Brown, later named Vermont Primary School.In 1869 Mount Pleasant Common School opened, first Principal, John Brown, later named Vermont Primary School. In 1954 a new building erected in Nurlendi Road. 2 years later another building constructed and remaining students on Canterbury Road relocated too. The old building was occupied by a Glen Waverley group opening a church school in 1990. The building was vacant again and in 1991 a fire almost destroyed the old school. Finally in 1993 the old school has been relocated to Nurlendi Road and refurbished.In 1869 Mount Pleasant Common School opened, first Principal, John Brown, later named Vermont Primary School. primary schools, vermont primary school, no. 1022, mount pleasant school, brown, john, nurlendi road, vermont, hunter, kelly, burnley, carina -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Pannam's Corner Store
Black & white copy of a photograph of Pannam's Store on corner of Boronia & Canterbury Roads during late 1800s. Horse drawn carts on right hand store.pannam's store, canterbury road, vermont, boronia road, vermont -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article - Interview, Peter Simmenauer, Harold Connell, 24/05/2023
Interview with Harold Connell, on 24 May 2023 at his home in Vermont Parade Greensborough. Interviewer Peter Simmenauer.3 p., typescriptharold connell, connell family -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book, The School Paper for Class 111 - Education Dept Vic, 1908 - 1909
According to an accompanying from donor, these school papers were used bt H.Tuck at Vermont State School -1918.This 'book' appears to be a series of journals or magazines bound together with a home made twisted cloth spine and hand stitched. Photo of peach blossom on front cover of issue for October, no. 141. Gothic Script Title. (see also History and Other Information)Several red ink scribbles similar to map markings on top left hand corner.books, school/educational -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Joint venture load of rubbish, 1991
A tower to be built at Vermont South will be a joint venture between Nunawading Apex Club and the City Council.A tower to be built at Vermont South will be a joint venture between Nunawading Apex Club and the City Council. (photo - Cr Noel Spurr & Apex member Geoff Seeker)A tower to be built at Vermont South will be a joint venture between Nunawading Apex Club and the City Council.city of nunawading, apex club, nunawading, spurr, noel, brandenburg, john p, lookout tower, vermont south, secker, geoff -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Fencing incurs wrath of residents, 1997
A Vermont resident is angry that barbed wire fencing has been erected at the disused Eastmont Primary School, preventing local teenagers using the school's basketball courts.A Vermont resident is angry that barbed wire fencing has been erected at the disused Eastmont Primary School, preventing local teenagers using the school's basketball courts.A Vermont resident is angry that barbed wire fencing has been erected at the disused Eastmont Primary School, preventing local teenagers using the school's basketball courts.eastmont primary school, barbed wire -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Article, Veteran roused up new interest, 1981
Article from Nunawading Gazette [1981] re Gallipoli veteran, Ern Smart as the man mainly responsible for revival of interest in the Vermont Horticultural Society and Garden Club.smart, ern, vermont horticultural society and garden club -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Council Under Fire, 1995
Conditions imposed by the City of Whitehorse on a proposed 27 unit development at Mitcham for aged citizens come under fire from the Vermont Elderly Peoples Homes Society.retirement homes and villages, city of whitehorse, vermont elderly peoples homes, barelli, ken, arrowsmith, valda, o'neill, ron -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Letter of congratulations, 12/10/1925
Letter of congratulations to Herbert Bishop on his appointment as Secretary to the Blackburn and Mitcham Shire from the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League, Mitcham and Vermont Sub-branch.bishop, herbert thomas, local government, shire of blackburn and mitcham, returned servicemens league -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Mitcham Road, Mitcham, 1/12/1998
Auction brochure for 245 Mitcham Road, Mitcham, 19 December 1998. 3 bedroom timber house. Agent: Cody First National, Boronia Road, Vermont.mitcham road, mitcham, no 245, auctions -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, 'Imposing' Build Approved, 2018
A five-storey apartment block on the edge of Billabong Park at 412-414 Burwood Highway Vermont SouthA five-storey apartment block on the edge of Billabong Park at 412-414 Burwood Highway Vermont South has been approved by VCAT against Council wishes. A five-storey apartment block on the edge of Billabong Park at 412-414 Burwood Highway Vermont Southbillabong park, burwood highway, vermont south, no. 412-414 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Children Kings of the Hill, 2018
A three-storey childcare centre will be built at 739-745 Highbury Road, Vermont South against the wishes of Whitehorse Council and the future neighbours.A three-storey childcare centre will be built at 739-745 Highbury Road, Vermont South against the wishes of Whitehorse Council and the future neighbours. The application was approved by VCAT.A three-storey childcare centre will be built at 739-745 Highbury Road, Vermont South against the wishes of Whitehorse Council and the future neighbours.vermont south, highbury road, city of whitehorse -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Weeping Elm
This tree was planted by Mr. John Kirkpatrick on his orchard in Mitcham Road Vermont c1920. The orchard was next to the Wunderlich Tile Company.Coloured photo of Weeping Elm being transported to Campbell's Croft.campbells croft -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Gown, c1945
A bridesmaid's frock worn by Mrs. Dorrie Brown 0f Frances Street Vermont for her sister's wedding. Donated by her niece.1945 Pale green satin brocade bridesmaid's frock. Puff sleeves, heart shaped neck line, long waisted with gathered skirt. Long length.costume, female ceremonial, costume, female -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Badge - Badges, 1960s
The opportunity shop was established by volunteers to raise funds for groups as listed. The shop was in Enterprize Way, Mitcham on land once occupied by White's Hay & Corn Stores. It was a successful venture and ran for many years.Badge 1 - Opportunity Shop - Vermont - Maroondah (V.M.H.) Hospital Auxiliary (Green). Badge 2 - Opportunity Shop - Church & Life (C&L) Community Aid Abroad Badge 3 - Community Aid Abroad (C.A.A.) Opportunity Shop (Blue) Badge 4 - Opportunity Shop - Nunawading - Maroondah Hospital (N.M.H.) (White) Badge 5 - Opportunity Shop. Vermont Church Community Aid (V.C.C.) (Yellow)Mitcham Opportunity Shopnumismatics, badges -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Knitting
Purchased from OP Shop, Vermont, Victoria by member Historical Society: a collection of One Woman's Patterns, Sept 1947 - April 1951Knitted lace doyley & cotton (ecru) on five steel Fairy Knitting Needles. Included: six patterns, three transfer sheets. Contained in Walker's Shortbread biscuit tin. A total of 18 items make up the set.handcrafts, knitting -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - Fur Collar
The collar was worn by Mrs. Kate Warren, mother-in-law of Frances, who lived at Mitcham Road Vermont about 40 years ago.Small dark brown fur collar. A hook (no eye) to fasten with. Not lined.costume accessories, clothes accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Lions first, 1990
First Lions Club for men and women opens in Nunawading,First Lions Club for men and women opens in Nunawading, Mitcham Lions, sponsored by Vermont Lions. President, Kevin Campbell; Vice Presidents, Anne Evans and Sharon Pritchard.First Lions Club for men and women opens in Nunawading,clubs and associations, mitcham lions club, evans, anne, campbell, kevin, pritchard, sharyn, taylor, val -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Australian Bicentennial, 22/10/1988 12:00:00 AM
Certificate of Participation of (Nunawading) Historical Society's participation in Vermont Horticultural Society Garden and Craft Fair,Certificate of Participation of (Nunawading) Historical Society's participation in Vermont Horticultural Society Garden and Craft Fair, issued on behalf of the Australian Bicentennial Authority, 22/23 October, 1988.Certificate of Participation of (Nunawading) Historical Society's participation in Vermont Horticultural Society Garden and Craft Fair,nunawading historical society, vermont horticultural society and garden club, garden & craft fair, australian bicentennial authority -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Block Back Up For Grabs, 2019
No. 490 - 500 Burwood Highway, Vermont South is for sale again after selling for almost $30 million two years ago. Heritage protection applies to the building and garden.No. 490 - 500 Burwood Highway, Vermont South is for sale again after selling for almost $30 million two years ago. Heritage protection applies to the building and garden.No. 490 - 500 Burwood Highway, Vermont South is for sale again after selling for almost $30 million two years ago. Heritage protection applies to the building and garden.burwood highway, vermont south, no. 490 - 500, land sales -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Edwards, Martha
Sepia photo of radio interview and presentation to Martha Edwards, as the oldest, living ex-pupil of Vermont Primary School, on the occasion of their 60th anniversary in 1932 See also ND5558edwards, martha, vermont primary school no. 1022 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Tombstone - Course family
William and Sarah Course settled in Forest Hill in 1856. William was firstly a woodcutter, then a farmer and orchardist. He was on the first Vermont State School Council.Coloured photograph of the Course family tombstone in the old Methodist section of the Box Hill Cemeterycourse, william, course, sarah, tombstones -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Willis, C. L, 1950-1951
Cr. Willis was first to run a bus line from Vermont to Mitcham. Later his Ventura Bus Lines expanded throughout the Nunawading area.Black and white photograph of Councillor C.L.(Jim)Willis in his mayoral robes seated on a chair. At the lower part of the photograph frame is a wide silver plaque which is attached to a piece of thick board. Inscribed is - Cr.C.L.Willis, Mayor 1950 - 1951willis c.l.councillors of nunawading city of nunawading mayors of nunawading, bus line -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Map, Campbell's Croft, c1970
Enlarged aerial photograph of the area around Campbell's Croft Reserve. State aerial Survey, Melbourne, 1970 project. Run 37Enlarged aerial photograph of the area around Campbell's Croft Reserve. State aerial Survey, Melbourne, 1970 project. Run 37Enlarged aerial photograph of the area around Campbell's Croft Reserve. State aerial Survey, Melbourne, 1970 project. Run 37campbells croft, boronia road, vermont, madonna court, vermont, aerial photographs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Nethercote Letter, 2010 & 2012
Transcript of letter from Viv Nethercote 2010.Transcript of letter from Viv Nethercote 2010 in reference to an old photograph of L.L. Vale Road C 1920 and his obituary 26.3.2012.Transcript of letter from Viv Nethercote 2010.dandenong creek, vermont, nethercote, viv, l.l. vale road, vermont -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Neighbourhood of soap's most sacred site, 9/08/1998 12:00:00 AM
Sale of 6 Pin Oak Court in Vermont South better known as Robinson's Place in the T.V. series 'Neighbours'..Sale of 6 Pin Oak Court in Vermont South better known as Robinson's Place in the T.V. series 'Neighbours'.. Some interest shown from as far afield as 'The Times' in England.Sale of 6 Pin Oak Court in Vermont South better known as Robinson's Place in the T.V. series 'Neighbours'..pin oak court, vermont south, neighbours (television program), aldinger, james, grundy television -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Cubs quilt, 1991
2nd Vermont Cub Scouts have for their latest community service project made a quilt for Ronald McDonald House.2nd Vermont Cub Scouts have for their latest community service project made a quilt for Ronald McDonald House. The quilt will be used as a bed-cover or as a highly individual wall hanging.2nd Vermont Cub Scouts have for their latest community service project made a quilt for Ronald McDonald House. scout groups, vermont cub scouts, 2nd, ronald mcdonald house, mcintosh, craig, hainsworth, lucas, bishop, peter -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Fall dodge to a bronze, 2006
Mark Fountain of Vermont South, who won a bronze medal in the 1500 meters, was sorry that his team mate and race favourite Craig Mottram fell during the race (Photo)Mark Fountain of Vermont South, who won a bronze medal in the 1500 meters, was sorry that his team mate and race favourite Craig Mottram fell during the race (Photo)Mark Fountain of Vermont South, who won a bronze medal in the 1500 meters, was sorry that his team mate and race favourite Craig Mottram fell during the race (Photo)commonwealth games, fountain, mark, mottram, craig, athletics -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Obituary - the late Mr A. H. Plumridge, 1937
Arthur Henry Plumridge, associated with the district for over 50 years, was connected with St Luke's Anglican Church in Vermont and a foundation member and office-bearer of the Sailors and Soldiers Fathers Association.Arthur Henry Plumridge, associated with the district for over 50 years, was connected with St Luke's Anglican Church in Vermont and a foundation member and office-bearer of the Sailors and Soldiers Fathers Association.Arthur Henry Plumridge, associated with the district for over 50 years, was connected with St Luke's Anglican Church in Vermont and a foundation member and office-bearer of the Sailors and Soldiers Fathers Association.plumridge, arthur henry, st lukes anglican church vermont, sailors and soldiers fathers association