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Peterborough History Group
Newspaper, London Bridge Falls Down, 16th January 1990
The collapse of one arch of the London Bridge rock formation on January 15th 1990 was a significant event for Peterborough residents.London Bridge is a major local tourist attraction. Prior to the collapse tourists could walk across the arches onto the rock platform and it was a regular fishing spot. The collapse of the arch was a significant event for the town. The site is still an important tourist stop. The rockfall occurred after two recent events - a helicopter hit the arch and crashed, no one injured; and the earthquake in Newcastle NSW.Two full page articles about the rock formation London Bridge falling down, and the people who were stranded on the rock platformlondon bridge, london bridge rock formation, rock collapse, great ocean road, peterborough -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mellor Monuments, Concongella War Memorial with names of first World War Soldiers, September 2022
Soldiers from local area killed in World War 1 Colour Photgraphs donated -1 Before restoration -2 After restorationPhotographs of WW1 Memorial with soldier's names printed on B/W PhotoErected by the residents of Concongellaww1, war -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mellor Monuments, Concongella War Memorial with names of first World War Soldiers, September 2022
Soldiers from local area killed in World War 1 Colour Photgraphs donated -1 Before restoration -2 After restorationPhotographs of WW1 Memorial with soldier's names printed on B/W PhotoErected by the residents of Concongellaww1, war -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Archive - Book, Registration of Residence Area 24-9-1906 - 9-11-1910, 1897
Resident Areas Miners Right Also Cat No 4235-10 Local GovernmentLarge Navy Blue Ledger Book with Red Spine and corners General Register 8P -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Archive, Register of Residents Area 12/1/1865 - 20/8/1878
Records of Residents. Site Occupier, Miners Right 12 Jan 1865 - 20 August 1878Large brown Ledger Book Red Leather Spine Cover, Crown on SpineRS1 (Residence Site)local government -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Archive, Register of Residents Area 21/8/1878 - 17/8/1882 and 1934 - 1936
Records of Residents. Site Occupier, Miners Right 1878-1882 & 1934-1936Large brown Ledger Book Red Leather Spine Cover.RS2 (Residence Site)local government -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mellor Monuments, Concongella War Memorial with names of first World War Soldiers, September 2022
Soldiers from local area killed in World War 1 Colour Photgraphs donated -1 Before restoration -2 After restorationPhotographs of WW1 Memorial with soldier's names printed on B/W PhotoErected by the residents of Concongellaww1, war -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Book, Beesley, Midge, Raymond Island : past present future, 1986
In broad terms, my approach to writing this book has been to present, firstly -- as far as is possible, a general historical background to Raymond Island and it s subsequent development since first being opened up for settlement; secondly, to record the background histories of some of the early settlers; thirdly, by featuring a number of present-day residents, to convey an image of the type of person who today chooses to become an islander and thereby becomes part of a small community that, even in 1986, is 'different'.291 p. : ill. ; index; refs.; maps; 22 cm.In broad terms, my approach to writing this book has been to present, firstly -- as far as is possible, a general historical background to Raymond Island and it s subsequent development since first being opened up for settlement; secondly, to record the background histories of some of the early settlers; thirdly, by featuring a number of present-day residents, to convey an image of the type of person who today chooses to become an islander and thereby becomes part of a small community that, even in 1986, is 'different'.urbanisation -- raymond island -- gragin ( the aboriginal name for raymond island) -- gippsland lakes, other: local history -- kurnai -- gunai. -
National Wool Museum
Tool - Spinning Wheel, c.1980
This spinning wheel originates from New Zealand; however, it has no distinguishing features relating to its creator such as an inscription, so its exact maker is not known. Gill Stange remembers buying the wheel on Bridge Road in Richmond, approximately 30 years ago. Gill had joined her local Spinners and Weavers Guild after the Ash Wednesday bushfires of 1983. She was a then resident of Mount Macedon and lost everything in the fires. Moving to Melbourne to get away from the scene of much pain, Gill was also in need of a new hobby to help occupy her mind. That is when spinning and weaving entered her life. The local Spinners and Weavers Guild was a great support network for her and with their recommendation, she purchased her own spinning wheel. Her passion was started, and the wheel was to become a treasured item in Gill’s home. She had several spinning wheels within her possession over the years, however, this wheel was her first and always her favourite. When the time came for Gill to downsize, there was simply no longer room for her spinning wheel. This is when she decided to donate the wheel to the National Wool Museum. Gill remembers one highlight was weaving a tablecloth from a traditional German design. It took her two years to complete, with Gill spinning all the wool herself on this wheel. The tablecloth won the first prize in the Melbourne Show in 1987. Gill also used the wheel to teach programs to school children on how to spin and knit wool. She would take the easily transported little wheel, and its accompanying seat, with her to schools. Its small size enabled her to teach children to knit and spin, bringing others the joy that spinning had brought her. Not just limited to schools, Gill also taught programs with the wheel here at the National Wool Museum. It is a fitting home for the wheel, which Gill donated to the National Wool Museum in 2021.Dark varnished wood in a Castle style spinning wheel. The wheel has 8 small spokes which meet a thick outside rim. The outside rim has four golden disc weights on the bottom edge, to aid in the turning of the wheel. The spinning wheel has four legs of turned wood giving a sculptural form, a design pattern which is continued throughout. The wheel has a single medium sized foot pedal. This pedal is well worn with varnish missing from years of use. The wheel is completed with its accompanying chair. Made of the same dark varnished wood, its legs are also of turned wood, continuing the design pattern and uniting the two objects. The chair is very simple outside of the legs, with a medium size base and a thin backrest ending in a rounded head. The chair’s varnish is also starting to fade from years of use. The chair is small, designed to keep the spinning wheel operator at the appropriate height when spinning on the equally small and compact Castle style spinning wheel. Additional parts were donated with the Spinning Wheel. - 3 x Lazy Kates - Spare Maiden. - 450mm Niddy Noddy - Steel teeth brushspinning wool, spinning wheel, ash wednesday, mount macedon, textile production -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, The right decision, 1992
Nunawading Council is considering a local law to control or remove areas of annoyance to many residents.Nunawading Council is considering a local law to control or remove areas of annoyance to many residents.Nunawading Council is considering a local law to control or remove areas of annoyance to many residents.city of nunawading, local laws -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Residents happy with amalgamation agenda, 1994
... council submission due to the local Government Board. Residents ...Of 6480 responses to a Nunawading Council survey, most were happy with a Nunawading - Box Hill merger.Of 6480 responses to a Nunawading Council survey, most were happy with a Nunawading - Box Hill merger. Final council submission due to the local Government Board.Of 6480 responses to a Nunawading Council survey, most were happy with a Nunawading - Box Hill merger. city of box hill, city of nunawading, city of whitehorse, local government, amalgamations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Lower rates, more services sought, 1994
Amalgamations survey of residents by Nunawading Council: 87% of residents wanted lower costs and rates, 25% favoured a merger with Box Hill with lower numbers favouring other options.Amalgamations survey of residents by Nunawading Council: 87% of residents wanted lower costs and rates, 25% favoured a merger with Box Hill with lower numbers favouring other options.Amalgamations survey of residents by Nunawading Council: 87% of residents wanted lower costs and rates, 25% favoured a merger with Box Hill with lower numbers favouring other options.local government, amalgamations, city of nunawading, city of box hill, city of whitehorse, local government finance -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Support for mergers, 1994
Nunawading Council resident survey revealed 25% favoured a Nunawading / Box Hill merger, which is the Nunawading Council's preferred optionNunawading Council resident survey revealed 25% favoured a Nunawading / Box Hill merger, which is the Nunawading Council's preferred option. Other favoured options ranged from 10% to 19%.Nunawading Council resident survey revealed 25% favoured a Nunawading / Box Hill merger, which is the Nunawading Council's preferred optionlocal government, amalgamations, city of nunawading, city of box hill, city of whitehorse, city of ringwood, city of doncaster and templestowe, city of waverley -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, LGB praise for Council, 1994
Leonie Burke, Local Government Board Chairperson was impressed by Nunawading's preparation and community inclusion in the impending amalgamation decision.Leonie Burke, Local Government Board Chairperson was impressed by Nunawading's preparation and community inclusion in the impending amalgamation decision. Cr Abbott stated Box Hill's resident survey was incorrect regarding rates after a merger.Leonie Burke, Local Government Board Chairperson was impressed by Nunawading's preparation and community inclusion in the impending amalgamation decision. local government, city of box hill, city of nunawading, city of whitehorse, amalgamations, local government finance -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Why ratepayers and residents need Box Hill and Nunawading Councils to work towards amalgamation, 1994
Why ratepayers and residents need Box Hill and Nunawading Councils to work towards amalgamation.New changes for Melbourne's inner city councils mean Box Hill and Nunawading must get together.Why ratepayers and residents need Box Hill and Nunawading Councils to work towards amalgamation.city of nunawading, city of box hill, amalgamations, local government -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Youth to help elderly with garbage, 1993
Local scout and guide groups will take part in a program where they offer help to residents in some retirement homes to help them use the new mobile bins.Local scout and guide groups will take part in a program where they offer help to residents in some retirement homes to help them use the new mobile bins.Local scout and guide groups will take part in a program where they offer help to residents in some retirement homes to help them use the new mobile bins.aged people, vermont retirement village, strathdon community, vermont scouts. 1st scout group, vermont guides, garbage collection -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Petition presented 10 Nov 1857, 1857
Petition to Sir Henry Barkly, Governor in Chief of the Colony of Victoria requiring a public pound, signed by landholders, farmers, graziers and residents in and around Nunawading.Petition to Sir Henry Barkly, Governor in Chief of the Colony of Victoria requiring a public pound, signed by landholders, farmers, graziers and residents in and around Nunawading.Petition to Sir Henry Barkly, Governor in Chief of the Colony of Victoria requiring a public pound, signed by landholders, farmers, graziers and residents in and around Nunawading.local government, barkly, henry (sir), nunawading district roads board, pounds -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Smear campaign on Cr Cooper fails, 1991
Cr Cooper of South West Ward, City of Nunawading, was victorious at the municipal election after an attempt to sabotage his campaign by circulating sensationalized pamphlets urging residents not to vote for him.Cr Cooper of South West Ward, City of Nunawading, was victorious at the municipal election after an attempt to sabotage his campaign by circulating sensationalized pamphlets urging residents not to vote for him. Full details of election given with some comments by candidates.Cr Cooper of South West Ward, City of Nunawading, was victorious at the municipal election after an attempt to sabotage his campaign by circulating sensationalized pamphlets urging residents not to vote for him. local government, city of nunawading, cooper, les, morgan, joan, rawlings, andrew, van der hyde, sid, plummer, jan, mcphee, peter, spurr, noel, rose, joseph -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Keeping Blackburn beautiful, 1984
Pamphlet, Nunawading Council, an advisory committee, composed of residents, planning consultants and a local architect has prepared a draft of a scheme to protect this unique environment.Pamphlet, Nunawading Council, an advisory committee, composed of residents, planning consultants and a local architect has prepared a draft of a scheme to protect this unique environment.Pamphlet, Nunawading Council, an advisory committee, composed of residents, planning consultants and a local architect has prepared a draft of a scheme to protect this unique environment.town planning, city of nunawading, blackburn, trees -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Public wants unity, 1996
Whitehorse residents are divided over the arrangements for next year's council elections but agree on the need to create a unified city.Whitehorse residents are divided over the arrangements for next year's council elections but agree on the need to create a unified city. Public submissions on the electoral arrangements have been called for.Whitehorse residents are divided over the arrangements for next year's council elections but agree on the need to create a unified city.local government, city of whitehorse -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Commissioner of her own city, 1995
As a Box Hill resident, City of Whitehorse Commissioner, Dimity Fifer believes there is no better to come home to.As a Box Hill resident, City of Whitehorse Commissioner, Dimity Fifer believes there is no better to come home to.As a Box Hill resident, City of Whitehorse Commissioner, Dimity Fifer believes there is no better to come home to.fifer, dimity, city of whitehorse, local government commissioners -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Residents are fuming, 1993
Residents of Nunawading are fuming over the banning of incinerators.Residents of Nunawading are fuming over the banning of incinerators.Residents of Nunawading are fuming over the banning of incinerators.local government, city of nunawading, incinerators -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Losers in council budget, 1990
Nunawading Council has finally set its rate for 1990/91.Nunawading Council has finally set its rate for 1990/91. Residents are facing a 10.84% increase.Nunawading Council has finally set its rate for 1990/91. city of nunawading, local government finance, rates -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Opponents to merger put case to Premier, 1994
Residents opposed to making West Box Hill part of the proposed City of Koornung will put their case to the Premier.Residents opposed to making West Box Hill part of the proposed City of Koornung will put their case to the Premier.Residents opposed to making West Box Hill part of the proposed City of Koornung will put their case to the Premier.local government, city of box hill, city of nunawading, amalgamations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, How to fight move, 1994
North Mitcham residents are fighting to prevent their transfer from Doncaster-Templestowe to Nunawading.North Mitcham residents are fighting to prevent their transfer from Doncaster-Templestowe to Nunawading.North Mitcham residents are fighting to prevent their transfer from Doncaster-Templestowe to Nunawading.local government, city of nunawading, city of doncaster and templestowe, amalgamations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Mayor heckled at merger meeting, 1994
Nunawading and Box Hill mayors were heckled at public meeting on proposal to syphon off about 15,000 Box Hill residents to the City of Boroondara.Nunawading and Box Hill mayors were heckled at public meeting on proposal to syphon off about 15,000 Box Hill residents to the City of Boroondara.Nunawading and Box Hill mayors were heckled at public meeting on proposal to syphon off about 15,000 Box Hill residents to the City of Boroondara.local government, city of nunawading, city of box hill, amalgamations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, New Mayor's fight for City, 1994
New mayor, Cr Noel Spurr, is committed to achieving his council's aim to merge with Box Hill. He says he has a vital role to play to ensure Nunawading residents and businesses were not disadvantaged by the amalgamation.New mayor, Cr Noel Spurr, is committed to achieving his council's aim to merge with Box Hill. He says he has a vital role to play to ensure Nunawading residents and businesses were not disadvantaged by the amalgamation.New mayor, Cr Noel Spurr, is committed to achieving his council's aim to merge with Box Hill. He says he has a vital role to play to ensure Nunawading residents and businesses were not disadvantaged by the amalgamation.local government, city of nunawading, spurr, noel, amalgamations -
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.
Article, Mayoral blast for M.P, 1994
Mayor of Nunawading, Noel Spurr, has made a scathing attack on Box Hill M.P., Robert Clark, for his role in trying to push for West Box Hill residents to be joined with the City of Boroondara.Mayor of Nunawading, Noel Spurr, has made a scathing attack on Box Hill M.P., Robert Clark, for his role in trying to push for West Box Hill residents to be joined with the City of Boroondara.Mayor of Nunawading, Noel Spurr, has made a scathing attack on Box Hill M.P., Robert Clark, for his role in trying to push for West Box Hill residents to be joined with the City of Boroondara.local government, spurr, noel, clark, robert, city of nunawading, city of box hill, amalgamations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Blast for Box Hill, 1994
Nunawading councillors have accused Box Hill council of indulging in a last minute spending spree that could leave Nunawading residents to pick up the tab.Nunawading councillors have accused Box Hill council of indulging in a last minute spending spree that could leave Nunawading residents to pick up the tab.Nunawading councillors have accused Box Hill council of indulging in a last minute spending spree that could leave Nunawading residents to pick up the tab.local government, city of nunawading, city of box hill, amalgamations