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National Wool Museum
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Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photo - Rocky Valley Dam
The State Electricity Commission of Victoria constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme on the Bogong High Plains. The scheme consisted of storage dams and pondages, aqueducts, tunnels, pipelines, transmission lines and three power stations.. Rocky Valley dam was the biggest storage and the last to be completed.Rocky Valley dam was the largest storage within the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Begun in 1954 and completed in 1960. It was linked to McKay Creek Power StationColoured photo attached to cream cardboard. The background shows hills and the foreground a sign "Rocky Valley Dam ..." The middle shows the dam with water and its bank. There is snow on the ground.rocky valley dam, kiewa hydro electric scheme, secv -
Greensborough Historical Society
Planning Document, Shire of Diamond Valley, Civic Centre Redevelopment 1992, 1992_08
6 plans for the proposed redevelopment of the Shire of Diamond Valley offices in Civic Drive, now the offices of Nillumbik Council. Shire of Diamond Valley existed from 1964 to 1994.6 planning drawings, black ink on white paper.shire of diamond valley, nillumbik council -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Op shop chips in for kids, 30/11/2016
The Diamond Valley Community Support op shop donated $35,000 to Diamond Valley "Back to School" program. The Op Shop may be found at 44 Aberdeen Road, Macleod 3085.News clipping, black text and colour image. macleod, diamond valley community support inc. -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photographs x 2- Khancoban Station and Comet the horse
In 1824, Hume and Hovell were the first Europeans to pass through the district and graziers soon followed, impressed by the abundance of fodder and water. The first cattle run in the area was settled in about 1838 in what was known as Swampy Plains. Later, this run became known as “Khancoban Station”. Khancoban lies in the heart of the high country and is home of Australia’s mountain cattlemen. This heritage is celebrated in Banjo Paterson’s epic poem, “The Man from Snowy River”. In 1962, Bruce and Jo Chisholm relocated from Bond Springs to Khancoban Station, which Bruce had acquired in 1959. Khancoban Hereford and thoroughbred stud progeny were keenly sought after whenever they were presented in the sale ring. Bruce imported a stallion, Comet, from England in 1964. Comet stood at Khancoban for 15 years and was the sire of numerous winners, including Cobbermine, Kelly's Eye, Boack and Starglow. Photographs demonstrate local Kiewa Valley residents enjoying a community visit to the historic homestead at Khancoban Station which holds significance to the early history of the area. Its heritage is celebrated in Banjo Paterson’s epic poem, “The Man from Snowy River”. Also demonstrates a pictorial history of social activities undertaken during this period Black and white photographs mounted on buff card 1. Kiewa Valley residents visiting Khancoban Station 2. Photo of thoroughbred horse Comet and handler at Khancoban Station1. Handwritten in black ink below photo- Khancoban Station. Mrs. Young, Mrs Van Der Weyde 2. Handwritten in black ink above photo- "Comet' at Khancobankiewa valley residents, clare roper -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Diamond Valley News, Alfred Stephen Cattanach, Chemist, Watsonia, 1960o
A. S. Cattanach owned the pharmacy at 77 Old Greensborough Road (now Watsonia Road). These advertisements are from 1960 and 1973.Scanned images of two advertisements, with notes.pharmacies, alfred stephen cattanach, watsonia road watsonia -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Postcard - Lake Guy and Bogong Village
In 1940 Field Headquarters for the Kiewa Scheme were established at Bogong with office, workshop facilities and accommodation for workmen, staff and some families constructed. (There had been a 'tent camp' on this site in 1939 but was destroyed by bushfires) Construction of accommodation continued until 1947. A total of 40 houses plus a hostel for single staff, post office, police station, medical centre and primary school all with water and sewerage and electricity supply. The staff hostel was known as Kiewa House and is now occupied by the Education Department. Lake Guy was named after Mr. L.T. Guy who was the Resident Engineer in charge of construction work and associated activities on the Kiewa area. He held this position from 1939 to November 1946 when he was transferred to Head Office. The Bogong Township was developed firstly as an accommodation centre (base camp) for construction workers employed under the Kiewa Hydroelectric Scheme. Due to the influx of European workers into the Township the beautification of the immediate surrounds (gardens etc.) had a distinct European flavour. This environment has been very beneficial for tourism in later years. At the completion of the scheme, in the 1960's, the village was opened to public/tourism use. Strict environmental control has not allowed for any extensive redevelopment in tourist accommodation and basically restricted it to the accommodation initially built for the construction workers. Activities such a bike riding, snow skiing, restricted horse riding and bush walking on the Alpine plains and mountains are now a viable part of the Kiewa Valley Tourist Industry. The lake is one of the many water storage reservoirs used to supply the power stations their main power to run the huge turbines generating the final product, electricityBlack and white photographic postcard of Lake Guy and Bogong Village. Kiewa Hydro electric Project (showing Junction Dam in front)Handwritten on the back of postcard ' Like most of our camps, this looks like something from the Canadian Rockies' Stamped on the back - Valentine's Post Card A genuine photographlake guy, bogong village, secv -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Souvenirs - Mt Beauty
Originally an SEC town built for workers on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. It became a tourist centre from the 1960s.Examples made to increase tourism with historical photos, historical items no longer used or sought after. Items such as these are a different way of advertising to on-line methods used today1. Coloured shiny poster with photos of mountains, river and fishing backed on to orange & white pattern. 2. Christmas card "Mt Bogong and Mr Beauty Township" on the back in gold Markdon Prints, Porpunkah ..."" 3. Plastic coloured trays x3 - Mt Beauty Vic. x2 and Mt Beauty Victoria (4 photos including Mt Bogong, Falls Creek x2, Kiewa Valley.) 4.Silver plated spoon "Mt Beauty Vic." 1. Printed bottom left hand corner "Mount Beauty, Victoria" 2.Centre front "The Seasons Greetings" with title written under painting also "From the painting by Marcus L. O'Donnell" 3. On the back of the tray with 4 photos - embossed "A Starlite Product ..." 4. Embossed on back of handle "Stuart / Silver plated"mt beauty tourism -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Book - Albury Almanac 1878, The Border Post published by Affleck and Gray
Published as a summary of 1878 newspaper's contentHistorical with samples for 1878 advertising, articles etc. in the Albury newspaper.Small light brown hard cover book 122 pages. Black print on cream colored pages. Each page has 'Border Post Almanac' in fancy print at the top, centre in a 'box'. Cover is embossed around the perimeter and in the corners.First page in ink "2-8-1979 / $11.75" and a stamp: "Kiewa Valley / Historical Society"albury almanac, border post, 1878 newspapers -
Greensborough Historical Society
Advertisement - Digital image, Diamond Valley News, D.V. Motor Men 1970, 03/03/1970
Advertisement for Diamond Valley Motor Men of WatsoniaDigital copy of newspaper advertisement.diamond valley motor men, watsonia -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Folder, Linley Hartley et al, Meruka Park
Information about J.B. North and history of Meruka Estate, Meruka Park, Eltham "When life centred on a weekender" by Linley Hartley, Picture Ron Grant, Diamond Valley News, 25 September 1984 "Stalwart recalls the early days", by Sally McDonnell, Diamond Valley News, 30 September 1986 "A fine piece of Eltham history", Diamond Valley News, 1 March, 1997 EDHS Newsletter January 201222 pagesreminscences, marjorie north, montmorency, j. b. north, meruka estate, glen ellen estate -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Photocopy, Moonee Valley Leader, Rehame, "Council considers tramline extension", Jul. 2004
Photocopy of a newspaper clipping from the Moonee Valley Leader - 12/7/2004 titled "Council considers tramline extension" about the funding of a study of an extension to Mickleham Road Tullamarine by the City of Hume. Quotes Cr. Gary Jungwirth. Cutting service provided by Rehame, gives details of the size of the sheet etc.trams, tramways, aeta, route 59, airport west, city of hume, new tramway -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph, Shire of Diamond Valley, Engineering Team 1992, 1992_12
Records the Engineering staff of the Shire of Diamond Valley in 1992.The Shire of Diamond Valley existed briefly from 1964 until the rationalisation of councils in the 1990's. The Shire of Diamond Valley was a Local Government Area located about 20 kilometres northeast of Melbourne. The shire covered an area of 74.38 square kilometres and existed from 30/09/1964 until 14/12/1994.A framed colour photograph of a group of people with the appropriate names below.Nilshire of diamond valley, council officers -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Conversations, 09/03/2016
Letters to the Editor focus on traffic concerns in the Diamond Valley.News clipping, black text, colour image.traffic, vicroads -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Plaque - Aborigine Canoe Tree
Newspaper clipping 11 July 1972. See KVHS 1030 and KVHS 0198The tree was found along the Kiewa River and indicates that Aborigines lived by the river and used tree bark to craft canoes to cross rivers and to fish in the deeper sections of the river.Wooden board with raised letters glued on. Surrounded by a wooden frame with decorated corners. It has 3vwooden footings. some letters have fallen off. See KVHS 1030Message: Aborigine Canoe Tree / From Mr D. Leys Property / Presented By / Kiewa Valley Historical Society / To The / Kiewa Consolidated School. / 11 July 1972canoe tree at kiewa -
Halls Gap & Grampians Historical Society
Photograph - B/W
Photo has been taken from Boroka Peak/lookout, of the Fyans Valley and the township of Halls Gap. The Grampians/Dunkeld Road can be seen running North/South along the right edge of the valley and Lake Bellfield is the water at the end of the valley. Photo is typical of those taken by Forrests Commission at the timea photo of a valley, mostly cleared, flanked by two mountain ranges. A large body of water can be seen at the far end of the valley (middle of photo). Buildings and roads visible in the valley. Plains can be seen beyond the far mountain range on the left side of the scene.no.42scenery, fyans valley -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Plan lays track to expand, 18/11/2015
Outlines plans to expand the Diamond Valley Miniature Railway in Eltham.News clipping, black text, colour image.diamond valley miniature railway -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Library extends its hours, 21/10/2015
Diamond Valley Library extends its hours to open on Thursdays.News clipping, black text, colour image.diamond valley library, yarra plenty regional library -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Sports gems celebrate, 20/04/2016
Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre celebrates its 40th anniversary.News clipping, black text, colour image.diamond valley sports and fitness centre -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Family histories document tales of epic adventure, 21/10/2015
Diamond Valley Library displayed stories and memorabilia from migrant families in the area.News clipping, black text, colour image.diamond valley library, yarra plenty regional library, multicultural arts victoria, immigration -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, Diamond sparkles again, 30/08/1995
Article on the award to Diamond Valley News for best Australian suburban newspaper 1995.Newspaper clipping, group colour photograph of newspaper staff diamond valley news -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, Simply the best, 31/08/1994
Article on the award to Diamond Valley News for best Australian suburban newspaper 1994Newspaper clipping text and colour group photograph of newspaper staffdiamond valley news -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Three clubs to benefit from new lifesaving defibrillators, 21/09/2016
Three Diamond Valley sports clubs were given defibrillators by the State Government.News clipping, black text.montmorency junior football club, st francis xavier tennis club, rosanna golf club, defibrillator grants program -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, A look at the year that was, 21/12/2016
The Diamond Valley Leader looks back over the local events that shaped 2016.News clipping, black text and colour image. diamond valley, diamond valley leader -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Christmas Light houses, 09/12/2015
Front page of Diamond Valley Leader shows Christmas lights in the local area.Front page colour image. christmas 2015 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Big rises for land, 01/10/2014
Report on rises in the property market from 2012-2013 in the Diamond Valley area.News clipping, black and red text.property values, greensborough, real estate -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Culling a mob mentality, 28/10/2015
Diamond Valley Leader Letters to the Editor discuss the issue of kangaroos at Gresswell Forest Reserve.News clipping, black text, colour image.kangaroos, gresswell forest reserve -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Group to provide support, 14/10/2015
Parents of autistic children have joined to form the Diamond Valley Autism Support Group.News clipping, black text, colour image.diamond valley autism support group, autism -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, Briefs: Andrew Gilbert, 01/11/1995
Andrew Gilbert won the 9th annual Diamond Valley table tennis championship in 1995.Newspaper clipping, black and white text.andrew gilbert, table tennis -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping [copy], Diamond Valley News, Councils mixed on boundary changes, 26/10/1994
Discusses the restructure of Eltham and Diamond Valley Shires in 1994. In this article, the present 'Nillumbik' is referred to as 'Montsalvat'.Copy of one page, black and white image and black text.shire of diamond valley, shire of eltham, banyule