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Greensborough Historical Society
Article, The Batman Tree: a brief history, 1835o
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...A compilation of information on the Batman Apple Tree collected and written by Noel Withers.This is possibly the oldest apple tree in Victoria. It was planted on the banks of the Plenty River in 1841.5 pages of text and illustrations.batmans apple tree, noel withers, john batman, robert whatmough, frederick nevin flintoff, plenty river, 1841 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, A notable apple tree, 09/04/1910
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...This article, first published in 1910, reports on the 'old' tree planted near Greensborough.This is possibly the oldest apple tree in Victoria. It was planted on the banks of the Plenty River in 1841.3 pages of text and illustration. First published in "Leader' newspaper Melbourne 1910.batmans apple tree, apples, john batman, robert whatmough, frederick nevin flintoff, plenty river, 1841 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, The Batman Tree 1841, 15/03/1841c
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Brief history of the early life of the Batman Apple Tree in Greensborough. Compiled in 2011.This is possibly the oldest apple tree in Victoria. It was planted on the banks of the Plenty River in 1841.One page of text and illustration.batmans apple tree, apples, john batman, robert whatmough, frederick nevin flintoff, plenty river, 1841 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, A community portrait: lifetimes in the City of Whittlesea, 2001_
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...A collection of oral histories and recollections of life in the City of Whittlesea from the mid 20th century to 2000.Local oral history159 pages, black and white illustrations. Burgundy cover with photo collage..whittlesea, oral histories, robert pascoe, city of whittlesea -
Greensborough Historical Society
Family History, E.H.(Mick) Evans: VX10125, 1939o
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...This story was written by June Hall, daughter of Mick Evans, information taken from tapes recorded before his death.First published on GHS website.2 typed pagesmick evans, june hall, tobruk, world war 2 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Bottle opener, Metal bottle opener or can opener, 1952c
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Multi-purpose opener in common use in the mid 20th century. Functions include corkscrew, can-opener and bottle opener.Metal with corkscrew, bottle opener and can opener."Buckle proof blue blade" and "Made by Henry Squire and Sons" etched into handle.bottle opener, can opener, corkscrew, henry squire and sons -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Briar Hill School Golden Jubilee, 1927-1977
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...This 'magazine' was published to commemorate the 50th anniversary (Jubilee) of Briar Hill Primary School. It includes stories written by students in 1977 and reminiscences of past students.A snapshot of the first 50 years of Briar Hill Primary School. 144 pages, black and white photos and hand drawn images.briar hill primary school, golden jubilee -
Greensborough Historical Society
Family History, Relatively simple, or, a Tale of two brothers, my ancestors: by Brian Poulter, 1881o
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...This oral history tells the story of two brothers, Giles John Poulter and William Haylock Poulter. It relates the story of their marriages to Mary Dalrymple and Mary Alice Dalrymple.Shows some of the relationships within the Poulter family.One page of text.poulter, dalrymple, giles john poulter, william haylock poulter, brian poulter -
Greensborough Historical Society
Planning Document, Banyule Indigenous Australians Commitment Plan (2012-2016) and 2012-13 Action Plan, 2012-2016
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Contains a short history of the Wurundjeri willam, traditional owners of Banyule. Outlines the Banyule Council's Statement of Commitment to Indigenous members of the community.This document contains both historical information and a plan for moving forward in identifying and promoting the culture and heritage of the Wurundjeri willam in Banyule.banyule city council, wurundjeri willam, indigenous heritage in banyule -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Watsonia Uniting Church, 1957o
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
Article, Greenhills State School no.4893 (1962-1964): by Dawn Bennetts - GH4893, 1962-1964
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Greenhills Primary School celebrated its 50 year anniversary and reunion in 2012. In this story, pupil Dawn Bennetts (nee Petts) recalls early memories of the school.Recalls early days at Greenhills Primary School. There appears to be few records surviving from the early days.2 pages of typed text. Copy 2 (3 Pages) amended with photographs and map of school.greenhills primary school, greenhills state school, dawn bennetts, dawn petts -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, History of the Greensborough Football Club, 1893-2012
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...A comprehensive history of the Greensborough Football Club. Information gathered from local news reports, annual reports of the Club, Diamond Valley Football League, etc. Compiled by Rex Smith.Rex Smith has compiled a well-referenced history of the club. It is under annual revision.38 pages plus appendices. Text and images.Version: 24 June 2012greensborough football club, diamond valley football league, dvfl, rex smith -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Watsonia High School Profile, 1986_
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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_
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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_
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
Newsletter, Greensborough Focus. 1991, 12/12/1991
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...1991 copies of weekly newsletter sent home to parents. Contains information on events and achievements.An collection covering the year 1991 at Greensborough Secondary College.Weekly newsletters printed on yellow paper. Includes school crest.greensborough secondary college, newsletters, greensborough focus -
Greensborough Historical Society
Program, Anything goes: Loyola College production 2001, 08/08/2001
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...In 2001 Loyola College presented the musical 'Anything Goes'. This program lists the students involved in the production.24 pages, text and illustrations. Cover with colour illustration.loyola college, musical, anything goes -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Ignatian: the weekly news bulletin of Loyola College. Number 1180, 8th November 2007, 08/11/2007
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...This edition of the Loyola newsletter "Ignatian" deals with information about the college. The front page story is about the retiring Principal of Loyola college John Kennedy.Mr Kennedy was Principal of Loyola from 1979 to 2008.20 pages, typed and photocopied.loyola college, john kennedy, ignatian -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Loyola College articles, 22/10/2010
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...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
Photograph, Greensborough Tennis Club, 1960s, 1963c
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...From caption on back: Photograph of Robert (Bob) Maurer (left) and Barry Keith Taylor, now dec. (right). Greensborough Tennis Club near Plenty River mid 1960s. Barry's parents lived behind the Commercial Bank of Australia in Main Street; Greensborough. He attended Ivanhoe Grammar early 1960s. Very good tennis player.Original photograph of Greensborough Tennis Club players 1960s.Black and white photograph of two men at tennis club.Caption on back of photo.greensborough tennis club, robert maurer, barry keith taylor, rosemary isaacs -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Macleod High School - collection of news clippings, 12/10/1962
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Various articles relating to Macleod High School in the 1960s. Includes students, visitors and activities. collected by Rosemary Isaacs.Collection of original newspaper clippings.macleod high school, rosemary isaacs -
Greensborough Historical Society
USB Flash Drive, Rosemary Isaacs, Collection of photographs, Macleod High School Rosemary Isaacs (nee Davies), 1947-1966
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...A collection of photographs of sporting teams and class photos in the Macleod District [1947-66] particularly at Macleod High School.Photographs are named and cover a range of activities, Black and white plastic USB flash drive on black ribbon.. Contains digital copies of photographs taken 1947-66.Brand "Sandisk" in red.macleod high school, rosemary isaacs, tennis, vigoro -
Greensborough Historical Society
Postcards, Briar Hill Primary School 1927-1997, 1927-1997
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Sets of postcards issued to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the founding of Briar Hill Primary School. Sketch on card by Noela Clohesy,Memento of school anniversary.Set of 4 postcards. Cream card with brown sketch printed on front. Inculdes envelopes. In cellophance packaging.briar hill primary school, noela clohesy -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, A celebration of the life of Amy Isobel Huitt, 05/02/2010
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Order of service for the funeral of Amy Isobel Huitt, 1915-2010.The Huitt family were well known in the Greensborough area in the mid 20th century.4 page order of service, colour photograph on cover.huitt family, amy isobel huitt, amy huitt -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photographs, Photographs by Maria Barbaro, 2010c
... Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower ...Maria Barbaro is a Greensborough artist. These photographs were taken as studies for her paintings. includes Greensborough Hotel, Bridge and pine, Main Street from Delfin Crescent, Old bridge.Colour photographs, digital prints.Name of photographer on back of photos.maria barbaro, greensborough