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Document, Australian Social History House Research Assignment, 1986
Social History of 2 Gordon Crescent, Blackburn,Social History of 2 Gordon Crescent, Blackburn, included - History of Blackburn, Architecture of the House and first owner, Thomas Richards Burrowes. Morton. Real Estate Brochures, Maps, Photos, Floor Plans.Social History of 2 Gordon Crescent, Blackburn, morton thomas richards burrowes, architecture -
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Article, Old age undergoes a revolution, 2006
The average life expectancy in Australia is rising.The average life expectancy in Australia is rising. Blackburn resident Myra Nicholson is Australia' oldest person at 111.The average life expectancy in Australia is rising. nicholson, myra -
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Article, Norman Munt, n.d
Norman Munt saw Nunawading grow.Norman Munt saw Nunawading grow ; article on long time real estate agent and Blackburn resident.Norman Munt saw Nunawading grow.real estate agents, j.b. thomson & co, munt, norman -
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Photograph, Colin McKirdy OAM
Coloured Photograph of Colin McKirdy OAM, a resident of Blackburn. Involved with the Blackburn Deaf & Dumb Home. Was awarded the OAM for his work over many years with the community.mckirdy lindsay, blackburn deaf & dumb home, blackburn -
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Photograph, Rob's Cycles Shop, 1999
Photo showing Storage Shed and Yard at the rear of Shop, 12 Blackburn Road, Blackburn.robinson, george, blackburn road, blackburn, no. 12, rob's cycle and sports -
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Photograph, Rob's Cycles Shops, 1999
Photo showing Yard and Storage Shed at the rear of Shop, 12 Blackburn Road, Blackburn.robinson, george, blackburn road, blackburn, no. 12, rob's cycle and sports -
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Document, Mr John Cooper, 1935
Obituary for Mr John Cooper of Tunstall, who died on 23 October 1935.Obituary for Mr John Cooper of Tunstall, who died on 23 October 1935. Transcribed from Blackburn & Mitcham Reporter.Obituary for Mr John Cooper of Tunstall, who died on 23 October 1935. cooper, john -
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Drawing - Illustration, Brick Kiln, 1945
Coloured watercolour of Brick kiln, Alfred Street, BlackburnColoured watercolour of Brick kiln, Alfred Street, BlackburnColoured watercolour of Brick kiln, Alfred Street, Blackburnbrickworks, alfred street, blackburn -
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Article, Koel, 1/12/1975 12:00:00 AM
A tropical bird called a Koel was sighted in residential Blackburn.blackburn, birds, bird observers club of victoria -
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Document, On my way to school, 1984
Reminiscences of Box Hill and South Blackburn by Robert CreekReminiscences of Box Hill and South Blackburn by Robert CreekReminiscences of Box Hill and South Blackburn by Robert Creeklocal history, creek robert, maple street box hill no. 9, blackburn south state school no. 4035, middleborough road blackburn south, canterbury road blackburn south -
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Article, Road Headache Removal, 2015
Work to remove Blackburn level crossing will begin in late 2015 and will be completed by 2018.Work to remove Blackburn level crossing will begin in late 2015 and will be completed by 2018.Work to remove Blackburn level crossing will begin in late 2015 and will be completed by 2018.railway crossings, blackburn -
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Functional object - Shopping Bags
Plastic shopping bags used by four business in the Blackburn Shopping Centre. All have advertisement for the different shops printed on them including telephone number.These begs were used to carry purchases and advertise the business.1 Green plastic carry bag from Panache Boutique, Blackburn .2 Black and gold stripped carry bag from Victor's Men's Fashion shop, Blackburn .3 White, red and blue plastic carry bag from Anstees, Blackburn .4 White carry bag with green writing from Love Fortyvictor's fashion for men, anstees supa valu, love forty sporting apparel, blackburn shopping strip, shopping, panache boutique -
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Letter - Correspondence, Borough of Sebastopol, 1932
Letter from Borough of Sebastopol Council Mayor to Shire of Blackburn and MitchamLetter from Borough of Sebastopol Council Mayor to Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham asking for support to obtain a reduction in the cost of government by (a) the abolition of state parliaments (b) the abolition (b) the abolition of federal parliament. The reply was that Blackburn and Mitcham were prepared to support the abolition of state parliaments.Letter from Borough of Sebastopol Council Mayor to Shire of Blackburn and Mitchampolitics and government, shire of blackburn and mitcham, aisbett, w.r., borough of sebastopol -
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Article, A Moment with Beverley Hoskins, 2010
Article on Beverley Hoskins who was named Whitehorse Council's Citizen of the Year.Article on Beverley Hoskins who was named Whitehorse Council's Citizen of the Year. Her involvement with the Blackburn Branch of the Red CrossArticle on Beverley Hoskins who was named Whitehorse Council's Citizen of the Year. australian red cross society - blackburn branch, hoskins, beverley -
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Article, Bike Trail Date Pushed Back, 1/08/2014 12:00:00 AM
The completion of the bike trail from Box Hill to Ringwood has been delayed.The completion of the bike trail from Box Hill to Ringwood has been delayed due to the removal of the Blackburn level-crossing.The completion of the bike trail from Box Hill to Ringwood has been delayed. bicycle paths, level-crossing -
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Article, The Great Divide, 2015
Blackburn traders complain of poorly planned pedestrian access across the railway line at Blackburn Station.Blackburn traders complain of poorly planned pedestrian access across the railway line at Blackburn Station which will continue to divide the shopping precinct after the level crossing is upgradedBlackburn traders complain of poorly planned pedestrian access across the railway line at Blackburn Station.railway crossings, blackburn, blackburn shopping centre -
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Photograph, Game Family Home, C.1916
Black and white photo of Game Family Home, 18 Gordon Crescent, Blackburn. Land at side of house belonged to the property, at left was an orchard, the whole surrounded by Pines, very neglected during World War 1. C.1916.game, gladys, tom, kate -
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Document, The Late Mr William Watchorn, 1935
Obituary for Mr William Watchhorn, teacher, of Vermont, who died 7 September 1935.Obituary for Mr William Watchhorn, teacher, of Vermont, who died 7 September 1935. Transcribed from the Blackburn & Mitcham Reporter.Obituary for Mr William Watchhorn, teacher, of Vermont, who died 7 September 1935. watchorn, william bingley -
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Article, Walk's healing power, 2008
Reconciliation walk (the Gaayip) is being run by Whitehorse Friends for Reconciliation.Reconciliation walk (the Gaayip) is being run by Whitehorse Friends for Reconciliation. Photo of Howard Tanky and Roseanne Hepburn at Blackburn LakeReconciliation walk (the Gaayip) is being run by Whitehorse Friends for Reconciliation.whitehorse friends for reconciliation, tanky, howard, hepburn, roseanne, blackburn lake -
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Accessory - Watch, 1930
This watch was presented by the Shires of Blackburn and Mitcham to Miss Beatrice Neilson in recognition of her work with 'The Box Hill Reporter' 1927-1930 and in particular her faithful reporting of events in these shires. Miss Neilson joined the staff of 'The Age' in 1930 and retired in 1971.Small round gold watch.'Miss B.H. Neilson/from/The President and Councillors/Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham/with best wishes/10.2.199930' (on back)horology, watches, civic mementoes, presentations -
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Document, The Wakefields
Wakefield family tree and burial plot of John Wakefield in Boroondara General Cemetery, High Street, Kew.Wakefield family tree and burial plot of John Wakefield in Boroondara General Cemetery, High Street, Kew. The family lived in Blackburn North,Wakefield family tree and burial plot of John Wakefield in Boroondara General Cemetery, High Street, Kew. wakefield family, wakefield, john -
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Letter - Correspondence, Municipal rate correspondence, 1933
Municipal correspondence re rates for shops and Lots 1 & 2 Railway Road, Blackburn and correspondence re rates on Lot 23 Central Road, BlackburnMunicipal correspondence re rates for shops and Lots 1 & 2 Railway Road, Blackburn and correspondence re rates on Lot 23 Central Road, BlackburnMunicipal correspondence re rates for shops and Lots 1 & 2 Railway Road, Blackburn and correspondence re rates on Lot 23 Central Road, Blackburnrates, davey, blanche edith, cummins, e (mrs), central road, blackburn, railway road, blackburn -
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Textile - ANA COLLECTION: ANA YELLOW & GREEN FLAG
Australian Natives Association flag yellow initials "ANA" on green background cotton material in three pieces flag in excellent condition manufactured by Carroll & Richardson Pty. Ltd. 194-196 Whitehorse Rd. Blackburn, Vic. a extent of flag b detail of lettering c manufacturer's details, Carroll & Richardson Pty. Ltd.Carroll & Richardson Pty. Ltd. 194-196 Whitehorse Rd. Blackburn, Vic. -
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Pamphlet, For Sale, 1998
Pamphlet advertising timber house for salePamphlet advertising timber house for sale at 1 Lalwa Street, Blackburn, located in Bellbird area of Blackburn. Potential for duel occupancy. Colour photograph.Pamphlet advertising timber house for saleland sales, lalwa street, blackburn, no 1. -
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Photograph - B/W Photograph, Slater's Cottage
2 copies of black and white photo of Slater's Cottage with horse in foreground.slater, william, slater's cottage, blackburn -
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Article, This home is better than home, 1954
Page of articles on: Tailwaggers Club kennels including photo of Godfrey Schwabb and dog;Page of articles on: Tailwaggers Club kennels including photo of Godfrey Schwabb and dog; Youth has a place to go at night, about Nunawading Youth Club with photo of Blackburn Shops.Page of articles on: Tailwaggers Club kennels including photo of Godfrey Schwabb and dog;dogs, tailwaggers club, nunawading youth club, schwabb, godfrey, macdonald-stewart, h.c., walker park hall, lucas, a.w., youth clubs, pharmacies, blackburn, farmilo, roberta, brooks, margaret, box hill baby health centre, box hill ballet group, ritchie, j (sister), barber, j (sister), taylor, j (mrs), taylor, graeme, nicoaou, d (mrs), nicoaou, milya, holme, p (mrs), holme, paul david -
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Document, St Thomas the Apostle, 16/07/1972
Booklet of the order of service to commemorate the blessing of the new church of St Thomas the Apostle, Blackburn.st thomas the apostle catholic church, blackburn -
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Document, In the beginning, 2005
Blackburn is part of Whitehorse Council's heritage Trail.Blackburn is part of Whitehorse Council's heritage Trail.Blackburn is part of Whitehorse Council's heritage Trail.city of whitehorse, blackburn, heritage trail, st johns anglican church blackburn -
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Document, Mountains District Police, 1991
History of Mountains District Police which comprises 2 geographical positions.History of Mountains District Police which comprises 2 geographical positions. Also includes history of Blackburn and Nunawading Police Stations.History of Mountains District Police which comprises 2 geographical positions. police, mountains district police, blackburn police station, nunawading police station -
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Article, Fulton Family holds long district line, n.d
Article on the death of two elderly Fulton brothers, nephews of Andrew Fulton.Article on the death of two elderly Fulton brothers, nephews of Andrew Fulton. Fulton Road, Blackburn was named after Andrew Fulton.Article on the death of two elderly Fulton brothers, nephews of Andrew Fulton. fulton, john oliver, fulton, william oliver, fulton, andrew, fulton road, blackburn south