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Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Ambitious plan for Plenty Valley Parklands 1965, 05/11/1965
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1965, the Diamond Valley Shire planning association recommended to Council that a large area of land north of Greensborough be acquired for Parkland. The idea of a Civic Centre was included with a map of the area from Grimshaw Street in the south to the MMBW pipeline reserve in the north. Includes a suggested new site for the local school, near Yando Street. This area is now part of the Plenty River Trail.An example of developments in the Greensborough area during the period of Shire of Diamond ValleyNews clipping, black and white text and map. Scanned in 3 parts.shire of diamond valley, civic drive greensborough, yando street greensborough, partingtons flat, plenty river trail -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, 2000 [pounds] for public open space 1965, 05/11/1965
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1965, the Board of Works advised Eltham Council that it had purchased 1 1/2 acres of land adjoining the Plenty River off Para Road zoned for public open space and offered the land to Council.An example of developments in the Greensborough area during the 1960sNews clipping, black and white text.shire of diamond valley, para road greensborough, melbourne and metropolitan board of works, plenty river, shire of eltham -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Testimonial to Cr A. K. Lines 1966, 19/07/1966
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1966, Cr A.K.Lines announced his retirement from public life after 25 years in local government, first as a Heidelberg councillor and later as first President of Diamond Valley Shire. A testimonial was planned to honour him.An article about a local politicianNews clipping, black and white text.shire of diamond valley, city of heidelberg, a k lines -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Piecing bridge together, 1966, 19/07/1966
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...A photograph and report on the construction of the new Lower Plenty Bridge, 1966.News clipping, black and white text and image, red masthead.lower plenty bridge, lower plenty -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, D.V. to ban piggeries? 1966, 19/07/1966
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1966, approximately 25% of the Shire of Diamond Valley was zoned rural. There were up to 25 piggeries operating in the Shire. In this article, councillors are considering phasing out piggeries by proposing a change to by-laws.An article about changes of the area from rural to residential in the time of Shire of Diamond Valley.News clipping, black and white text.shire of diamond valley, piggeries, pig farms -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Protesters fill the gallery 1968 [Britnells Road street construction], 16/04/1968
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1968, a large number of Britnells Road residents attended council expressing concerns over street construction, particularly over losing the rural atmosphere and preservation of trees.An example of concerns over road construction in the formerly 'bush' areas of Diamond ValleyNews clipping, black and white text, 2 scans.shire of diamond valley, mountainview road briar hill, britnells road briar hill, street construction -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Their first task 1968 [Greensborough Apex], 16/04/1968
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1968, the newly formed Greensborough Apex were taking part in their first community project.News clipping, black and white text and image.greensborough apex, community groups -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Carmody to coach Burras - fourth year 1968 [Greensborough Football Club], 16/04/1968
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1968, John Carmody was appointed coach of the Greensborough Football Club for a 4th year, following 2 premierships and a runners up in the previous three years.News clipping, black and white text and image.greensborough football club, john carmody, premiership teams -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, End of Plenty Bridge 1968 [Bluestone Bridge Greensborough], 16/04/1968
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...Removal of the bluestone bridge over the Plenty River in 1968. Photograph shows workmen removing the steel girders which covered the centre span. Pioneer Reserve is also mentioned.News clipping, black and white text and image.plenty river greensborough, bluestone bridge greensborough, pioneer reserve greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Road scheme costs less 1968 [West Watsonia]; and, Bitterly Disappointed - Cr Clark, 16/04/1968
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...The good news in 1968 was that the West Watsonia private street construction scheme came in under budget, with a refund of up to $100 per household. But the bad news was that properties were revalued and rates increased. There are 2 articles on this topic.News clipping, black and white text.watsonia streets, street construction, nell street greensborough, adeline street greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Dip into the Barrel 1973 [Eltham Barrel], 21/08/1973
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1973, the Eltham Barrel introduced a buffet carvery and smorgasbord. A description of the food and entertainment offered is included in this article. The owner is Frank Vogl.News clipping, black and white text and image.the eltham barrel, restaurants, frank vogl -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Dunvegan estate will be 'ideal' 1973 [Macleod], 21/08/1973
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1973, the planning for the Dunvegan Estate in North Macleod was well under way, with some residential blocks owned and developed by the Housing Commission of Victoria (later the Ministry of Housing).News clipping, black and white text.dunvegan estate macleod, north macleod, housing commission of victoria, ministry of housing victoria -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Mini bike menace at oval 1973 [Montmorency], 21/08/1973
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1973, mini bike riders and L-plate drivers caused concerns over safety at the Montmorency Oval.News clipping, black and white text.mini bikes, learner drivers, montmorency oval -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, High pupils give sparkling show 1973 [Watsonia High School WaHIGH], 21/08/1973
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1973, Watsonia High School staged the Gilbert and Sullivan opera Ruddigore to great acclaim.News clipping, black and white text.watsonia high school, school musicals, gilbert and sullivan, operas -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Site hit by gust 1973 [Watsonia Shopping Centre], 21/08/1973
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1973, work on the new Watsonia supermarket was delayed when two 120 foot long steel trusses crashed to the ground in high winds.News clipping, black and white text and image.watsonia shopping centre, watsonia supermarket -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Switch of track site riles dads 1973 [Willinda Park], 21/08/1973
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1973, parents of children in Diamond Valley Little Athletics were angered at the suggestion that the proposed all weather track at Willinda Park be scrapped. There was some talk of acquiring "Partington land" between the rail line and Plenty River, south of Church Street. News clipping, black and white text. 3 scans.diamond valley little athletics association, willinda park, partington family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Umpires honoured 1974 [DVFL], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1974, long service badges were presented to two umpires from the Diamond Valley Umpires Association. Both umpired over 200 games. The photo shows Alan Ely, President of the Diamond Valley Umpires Association presenting badges to Dick Rohed and Bernie Rayner.News clipping, black and white text and image.diamond valley umpires association, diamond valley football league, alan ely, dick rohed, bernie rayner -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Four become life members 1974 [DVFL], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1974, Life Membership medallions were presented to four DVFL stalwarts, including Alan Partington of Greensborough Football Club and Victorian Football Union delegate.News clipping, black and white text and image.diamond valley football league, greensborough football club, alan partington -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Street poll on streets 1974 [Greenhills], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...Results of a poll conducted in 1974 by Diamond Valley Council, regarding street construction in Greenhills. Streets include: Albion Crescent, Bruce Street, Carnon Street, Cairns Street, Crest Street, Mine Street, Pembroke Street, Hope Street, Forrest Street and Hebden Street.Concerns over street construction as Greensborough moves from a semi rural to suburban area.News clipping, black and white text.shire of diamond valley, greenhills, street construction, albion crescent greensborough, carnon street greenhills -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Hours cut in library service 1974 [Heidelberg Regional Library], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...Rising costs were blamed for the reduction in Heidelberg Regional Library hours in 1974 mainly due to increased salaries. The library committee considered it better to spend money on new books.Heidelberg Regional Library Service later became Yarra Plenty Regional LibraryNews clipping, black and white text. 2 scans.heidelberg regional library service -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Bridge-over-rail job to cost $254,000, 1974 [Main Street Greensborough], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1974 the proposed road over rail bridge in Main Street Greensborough was estimated to cost $254,000. The reconstruction of the bridge was necessary for the duplication of the rail line between Macleod and Greensborough.News clipping, black and white text. hurstbridge rail line, greensborough station, main street greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Road plan puts tree in jeopardy 1974 [Mine Street Greenhills], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...A huge gum tree in the middle of Mine Street, at the intersection of Greenhills Road was in danger of removal due to the proposed road construction. NOTE: In 2020 the tree still stands in the island created for it during street construction in 1974. News clipping, black and white text and image. greenhills, greenhills road greensborough, mine street greensborough, gum trees -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Historians second year 1974 [Nillumbik Historical Society], 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1974, Nillumbik Historical Society was in its second year. This article outlines the previous years' activities and lists Committee members, including Kevin Patterson, Alan Partington and Tom Vickers.News clipping, black and white text. nillumbik historical society inc., kevin patterson, alan partington, tom vickers -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Scouts go looking for bottles 1974, 24/09/1974
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image ...In 1974, during the "Bottle Brings Backa" campaign, scouts throughout Melbourne knocked on doors collection empty drink bottles to raise money for the scouting movement.News clipping, black and white text. boy scouts association, scouts - greensborough, recycling -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet - Collection of articles, Parliament of Victoria, Come and meet John Cain: public meeting, 2020
Folder of newspaper articles and eulogies about John Cain, 1932-2020, Premier of Victoria and member for Bundoora.36 pages, text and black and white and colour images. Copies of media articles relating to John Cain.john cain, politicians, victoria politics -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article - Newspaper Clipping (copy), Table Talk, Picturesque climb up the Greensborough hill 1923, 10/10/1923
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping (copy) Article ...According to this report, 62 competitors participated in the 1923 hill climb.1 page. Copy of newspaper article, chiefly illus.greensborough hill climb, motor racing -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article - Newspaper Clipping (copy), Jas Blackburn, The locality of Batman's Treaty with the Port Phillip natives, 09/01/1886
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping (copy) Article ...Text of a paper read before the Historical Society of Australia by Jas. Blackburn in 1886. Discusses Batman's Treaty with the Port Phillip traditional owners and the possible site of the signing - on the east side of the River Plenty, NW of Eltham andd 3 miles above the junction of the Plenty with the Yarra River.6p. text.john batman, batman's treaty, port phillip district, plenty river -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper - Newspaper Clipping (copy), The Argus, [Sale] June 8 1861: Fruit trees, shrubs, &c, 06/06/1861
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping (copy) Newspaper ...Early advertisement for the sale of fruit trees and shrubs from the nursery of Robert Whatmough on the River PlentyRobert Whatmough was a Greensborough pioneer and noted horticulturist1 page, news text, copy printed from Trovegreensborough, robert whatmough, plenty river -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper - Newspaper Clipping (copy), Evelyn Observer and South East Bourke Record, The Garden of Victoria; in and around the valley of the Diamond Creek, 1890, 28/02/1890
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping (copy) Newspaper ...An historical article on the Batman Apple Tree written in 1890. The Batman Apple tree is said to be over 170 years old, being brought to Greensborough in the 1840s from the Melbourne orchard of John Batman, following Batman's death in 1839. 5 page copy of newspaper article, text.Handwritten notes by Anne Paul.batman apple tree, robert whatmough, plenty river trail, flintoff family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper - Newspaper Clipping (copy), The Argus, Sale: Wattle Bend ... on Plenty River 1925, 14/03/1925
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Newspaper Clipping (copy) Newspaper ...An advertisement for the sale of "Wattle Bend" on the Plenty River, a guest house and orchard farm being offered for sale by Mr J. A. Bush in 1925Mr J. A. Bush was formerly known as Johannes Adem Bosch, an early Greensborough orchardist1 page copy of newspaper advertisement.plenty river, bosch family, bush family, wattle bend