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City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1970
Moorabbin Airport was acquired in 1946 by a group of aviators and the Civil Aviation Department, Moorabbin Airport opened as a fully-functioning aerodrome in December 1949, chosen for its ideal location in the Market Gardens for an aviation base to be situated southeast of Melbourne. Black and white photograph of the control tower at Moorabbin Airport. At the base of the tower is a single storey brick building with a wire fence at the running across the front.Handwritten in black ink on reverse: 701 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 100%moorabbin, airport, aviation -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1930
Black and white photograph of McKinnon Road, McKinnon. The shopping strip can be seen on the left of the image, along with a couple of trucks parked along the roadway. There a train visible in the distance, crossing at the level crossing while the gates are closed.Typed in black on white strip of paper stuck to reverse: McKinnon Road, McKinnon / circa late twenties/early thirties / $50 reproduction fee applies Blue ink stamped on reverse: COPYRIGHT / Public Transport Corporation / For re-ordering photographs / Please quote negative No ADV 491 / Enquiries C/- PTC Photographic Unit / Telephone switchboard 619 111mckinnon, suburbs, shopping strip, trains, level crossing -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1963
This image depicts the intersection of increasing urbanisation and the rural landscape that once made up the area now known as City of Kingston.Black and white photograph of the intersection of Warrigal Road and Centre Road, South Oakleigh, viewed from the reservoir. In the foreground are paddocks and in the background is a shopping strip, including a petrol station.Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 2196 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 100%oakleigh, roads, shopping strip, paddocks -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1957
This image shows the urbanisation of a formerly rural area of Moorabbin.Black and white photograph looking west along South Road. There is a truck in the foreground, travelling along the sealed South Road. A car is waiting to exit from Rowan Road. People are walking along the left hand side of the road, and a young person a bike is riding along the right side. They are all going in the same direction as the traffic. The left hand side of the image shows paddocks in the foreground, which houses further back. The right hand side of the image shows suburban houses with electricity poles running the length of the road. Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 57-523A Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 85% Handwritten in black ink or grey lead: Ch. 6moorabbin, cars, roads, housing -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, 1957
This image shows the increasing urbanisation of the formerly rural area of Moorabbin.Black and white photograph of the intersection of South Road and Chesterville Road, Moorabbin. A service station is visible on the left hand side, a truck is travelling along the road and shops are under construction on the right hand side.Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 57-523B Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 100%moorabbin, shopping strip, paddocks, roads, cars -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1957
This image depicts the increasing urbanisation of Moorabbin. While there are several cars in line waiting for the train to go through the crossing and the gates to open, in the distance there is a lot of activity on the road, with many cars.Black and white photograph depicting the railway crossing at South Road, Moorabbin. There is a 'Red Rattler' passenger train going through the level crossing travelling towards the city.Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 57-4078 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 82% Handwritten in black ink on reverse: Ch. 6moorabbin, trains, cars, urbanisation, suburbs -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1950
Black and white photograph depicting the intersection of Balcombe Road and Haywood Street in Beaumaris. The road is unsealed and recent rain has left it boggy and slushy. A man in very light coloured clothes is walking along the road with a newspaper in his left hand. A young boy is pushing a trolley of some kind with two wheels in which another younger child is sitting.Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 92% Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 2196beaumaris, roads, infrastructure, puddles, children -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1958
Unsealed roads and drainage problems created difficulties for those living in Beaumaris during the 1950sBlack and white image depicting the Balcombe Road and Haywood Street, Beaumaris. Unsealed roads and drainage problems have created boggy slushy land. There are houses in the background, indicating people live in the area.Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 90% Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 2193beaumaris, roads, drainage, water logged, housing -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1910
Black and white image of Cheltenham in the early 20th Century depicts an almost idyllic life. This photo was taken by Percy Fairlam, who climbed a tall pine tree to achieve the aerial view. The tree was a well recognised feature of the Cheltenham skyline but was cut down some time before World War II.Cheltenham was established as a rural market gardening community. The development of the railway was crucial to the ongoing development of the area. Community life sprung up around the railway line which is evident in the proximity of shopping and leisure.Black and white image depicting aerial view down Charman Road, Cheltenham, including the unsealed road, level crossing and shopping centre. What appears to be a cricket pitch is located behind the shops.Handwritten in black ink on a red round sticker adhered to the reverse, and then crossed out: X14 Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: A8 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 85%cheltenham, railway crossing, roads, housing, shopping strip -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Colour, 31 January 1993
Patterson Lakes is a suburb in the City of Kingston that is built one kilometre upstream of the mouth of the Patterson River. The area is bordered by the Patterson River and Eel Race Drain which enters the Kananook Creek. The suburb consists predominantly of newer housing developments and the tidal canal system of the development joins Port Phillip Bay. Patterson Lakes and the Kananook Creek were previously part of the extensive Carrum Carrum Swamp. The area was once a source of fish and eels for the Mayone-Bulluk clan of the Bunurong people. Over time the area was drained and in 1973 investigations commenced into the development of a unique residential area that would be built adjacent to canals and waterways. It was originally proposed to be known as "Gladesville". The development would give the suburb's homeowners access to Port Phillip Bay "from their back door". Circa 1974, the area was rezoned from rural to residential and named Patterson Lakes. Development has been continuous since the 1970s with construction of residential housing, schools, shopping centres, marinas, a hotel and library.Laminated colour aerial photograph of the Carrum and Patterson Lakes region within City of Kingston. This 1993 image includes Patterson River Secondary College, Roy Dore Reserve, Kananook Creek and Nepean Highway. The railway line can be seen as it veers inland from Eel Race Road, Seaford. The section of Ocean Reef Drive and Palm Beach Drive in Patterson Lakes appears to be a recent development with many spare blocks and new houses under construction.Black typed lettering on white adhesive label: 31.1.93 Black typed lettering on white adhesive label: 27E/7140 31/1/93 12.55 pm Black typed lettering on white label: 7140 Yellow round adhesive label located on left sidepatterson lakes, seaford, kananook creek, carrum carrum swamp, canals and waterways -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1960
This image is part of a larger collection of images from the Public Transport Corporation displaying train stations and streetscapes in what is now the City of Kingston.The development of the railway was crucial to the ongoing development of the area. Community life sprung up around the railway line which is evident in the proximity of shopping and leisure.Black and white photograph of railway gates at Centre Road, Bentleigh.Black printed text on a small, round, white sticker on reverse: 227 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 50% Black typed text on a strip of white paper stuck on reverse: Gates Centre Road Bentleigh / mid 1960 / $50 reproduction fee applies Blue ink stamped on reverse: COPYRIGHT / Public Transport Corporation / For re-ordering photographs / Please quote negative No H 3407 / Enquiries C/- PTC Photographic Unit / Telephone switchboard 619 1111bentleigh, railway crossing, trains, suburbs, shopping strip -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1950
This image shows a sealed road running along South Road, although with a wide gravel shoulder. The railway crossing gates were hand operated. This image is one of many in the collections that focuses on the railway. The development of the railway was crucial to the ongoing development of the area. Community life often sprang up along and beside the railway.Black and white photograph of the railway crossing at South Road, Moorabbin, viewed from Nepean Highway. Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 217 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 80%moorabbin, railway, railway crossing -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1950
While the road is sealed, there is evidence of potholes that have been filled, and the wide, gravel shoulder has long grass running into the gutter of the nature strip. On the other side of the road, extremely long grass can be seen growing on the side of the road. There is a truck visible on the road, which indicates the rural nature of the Cheltenham community in the 1950s.This image is one of many in the collections that focuses on the railway or roads. The development of roads and the railway was crucial to the ongoing development of the area. Black and white photograph of the intersection of Warrigal and Centre Dandenong roads, Cheltenham. On the left hand side is a small sign warning of a cross roads intersection. Housing and shops line the road.Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 219 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 80%cheltenham, roads, suburbs -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, 1950
This photograph depicts the increasing urbanisation of a once rural area at Moorabbin.This image is one of many in the collections that focuses on either roads or the railway. The development of roads and the railway was crucial to the ongoing development of the area. Black and white photograph of South Road, Moorabbin, with Station Street to the right and Jasper Road further down to the left. Along both sides of the road are retail spaces which become homes on the left hand side, after Jasper Road.Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 80% Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 216moorabbin, roads, cars, shopping strip, housing -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1950
The intersection of Warrigal Road and Nepean Highway is now a major intersection, serviced by traffic lights. In the 1950s it was a joining of two sealed roads, although covered in gravel, and with wide gravel shoulders. There are no traffic signs and the few houses visible are not set very far back from the road. This image is one of many in the collections that focuses on either roads or the railway. The development of roads and the railway was crucial to the ongoing development of the area.Black and white photograph of the intersection of Warrigal Road and Nepean Highway, Mentone. Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 218 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 75%mentone, roads, suburbs -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Colour, c. 1993
Patterson Lakes is a suburb in the City of Kingston that is built one kilometre upstream of the mouth of the Patterson River. The area is bordered by the Patterson River and Eel Race Drain which enters the Kananook Creek. The suburb consists predominantly of newer housing developments and the tidal canal system of the development joins Port Phillip Bay.Patterson Lakes and the Kananook Creek were previously part of the extensive Carrum Carrum Swamp. The area was once a source of fish and eels for the Mayone-Bulluk clan of the Bunurong people. Over time the area was drained and in 1973 investigations commenced into the development of a unique residential area that would be built adjacent to canals and waterways. It was originally proposed to be known as "Gladesville". The development would give the suburb's homeowners access to Port Phillip Bay "from their back door". Circa 1974, the area was rezoned from rural to residential and named Patterson Lakes. Development has been continuous since the 1970s with construction of residential housing, schools, shopping centres, marinas, a hotel and library.Laminated colour aerial photograph of the Carrum and Patterson Lakes region within City of Kingston. This 1993 image includes Patterson River Secondary College, Roy Dore Reserve, Kananook Creek and Nepean Highway. The railway line can be seen as it veers inland from Eel Race Road, Seaford. The section of Palm Beach Drive, Curlew Point Drive, Snapper Point Drive, Clipper Island and Myola Street in Patterson Lakes appears to be a recent development with many spare blocks and new houses under construction.patterson lakes, seaford, kananook creek, carrum carrum swamp, canals and waterways -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Colour, 29 January 1993
Bonbeach is a small beachside suburb located between Chelsea and Carrum. The station was opened in 1926 and was the last to be established in the group from Aspendale to Carrum. Urban growth began after World War II. State primary and high schools were opened in 1958 on land in Breeze Street that was once occupied by The Australian Glass Manufacturers. Immediately east of the school sites is the Patterson River Golf Club. The Bonbeach sports reserve has five ovals and is home to the Bonbeach football and baseball clubs. The suburb borders the Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands which is the remnant site of the Carrum Carrum swamp, once the home of the Bunurong people.Bonbeach was originally a seaside destination for holidaymakers and the housing comprised of holiday homes and gradually more permanent residents. It was not until 1926 that Bonbeach had its own railway station. From 1906 until the late 1940s sand was quarried on the east side of the railway line and used in the manufacture of glass. The Australian Glass Manufacturers sold this land in residential blocks and Bonbeach's permanent population spread from the coastal strip across to the other side of the railway line. Laminated colour aerial photograph of the suburb of Bonbeach and also the southern section of neighbouring Chelsea within the City of Kingston. The extent of this 1993 aerial image includes: Top left - Maury Road at the south end of the Chelsea shopping Centre; Top right - Scotch Parade Chelsea Bottom left - Monica Avenue in Bonbeach; Bottom right - Patterson River Golf Club. Landmarks include St Joseph's Church and Primary School, Chelsea Primary School, Bonbeach Station, Bonbeach Fotball Club sports playing fields and Bonbeach Life Saving Club. The Edithvale Wetlands is featured prominently to the right-hand side of the image. Black typed writing on white adhesive label: No. 6662 Black typed writing on white adhesive label: 26E/6662, 29/1/93, 4.25 pm Black typed writing on white adhesive label: 29-1-93 Black typed writing on white adhesive label: P000109 Circular yellow adhesive sticker bonbeach, chelsea -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1950
This image highlights the rural nature of the area during the 1950s where areas that are now major highways and intersections appear like country roads.Black and white photograph of the intersection of Warrigal Road and Centre Road in Oakleigh. There is a truck travelling south toward the camera along Warrigal Road which is a sealed road. On the right hand side is a Caltex petrol station with a street sign for Centre Road.Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: 2191 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 72%oakleigh, cars, roads, suburbs -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1925
This image explores the relationship between the train lines and community development. Cheltenham's retail centre is connected to the train station.Black and white image of Charman Road, Cheltenham, depicting a car and truck travelling toward the level crossing near the train station. There is another car already waiting at the crossing gates. Cars are parked on either side of the road along a shopping strip.Black printed text on a white round sticker adhered to the reverse: 141 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 50% Black typed text on a white strip of paper adhered to reverse: Charman Road, Cheltenham / circa late 1920's/early 1930's / $50 reproduction fee applies Blue ink stamped on reverse: COPYRIGHT / Public Transport Corporation / For re-ordering photographs / Please quote negative ADV 485 / Enquiries C/- PTC Photographic Unit / Telephone switchboard 619 1111cheltenham, trains, railway, railway crossing, shopping strip, cars -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1920
Cheltenham station was built in 1898 and serviced a primarily rural, market gardening community.The late 1870s saw the beginning of a massive program to construct railway lines throughout Victoria. One of these lines was from Caulfield to Frankston. A survey undertaken by J P Madden, an engineer employed by the railways, established the route, although this was later modified. At the time of the official opening of the line to Mordialloc no station buildings had been constructed despite the fact that tenders had been called in the Government Gazette of 26 May 1881 and subsequently in the Argus newspaper on 30 August 1881 for what became stations at Glenhuntly, Ormond, Bentleigh, Moorabbin, Highett, Cheltenham, Mentone and Mordialloc. However platforms and sidings were completed, ready to receive passengers. Cheltenham station opened in 1898.Black and white photograph of Cheltenham Railway Station with the two platforms separated by two sets of tracks. Each platform has a station house on it, and the one on the right hand side also has a garden and park bench.Handwritten in red ink on reverse: A7 / 75%cheltenham, trains, railway, railway station, railway crossing, suburbs -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Colour, 1993
Carrum is a suburb in the City of Kingston bordered by the Patterson River in the north and Kananook Creek in the south. To the east the suburb is adjacent to Patterson Lakes. The Carrum Station was opened in 1882, when the railway line from Mordialloc was extended to Frankston. In the early 20th century, it was a destination for holidaymakers occupying tents and cabins. The area now consists of older housing and over time there have been many new housing developments.Carrum is located in the area that was originally part of the Carrum Carrum Swamp. The district had originally been the home of the Bunerong people who fished, gathered food and found refuge in the sand dunes. The Swamp was drained in 1879 when the Patterson Cut was formed and became known as Patterson River. Apart from local farmers, fishermen and hotel-keepers, there were few permanent residents until the early 20th century when it had become popular as a beach resort. In the 1920s and 1930s the area became occupied by more permanent residents.Laminated aerial colour photograph of Carrum and Patterson Lakes in the City of Kingston. The photograph also includes Kananook Creek and the northern section of Seaford. Prominent features include Roy Dore Reserve, Carrum Primary School, Patterson River Secondary College, Keast Park Seaford, the Seaford Swamp Drain and a section of Downs Estate situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong people.Black type on white adhesive sticker: No. 7140 Black type of white adhesive sticker: 31-1-93 Black handwritten ink (marker): * [an asterisk] Yellow circular adhesive stickerpatterson lakes, seaford, carrum carrum swamp -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Colour, 29 January 1993
Bonbeach, Carrum and Patterson Lakes are suburbs in the City of Kingston. Bonbeach and Carrum were holiday destinations in early 20th century and over time the housing has converted to permanent residential structures. In Patterson Lakes, the area consists predominantly of newer housing developments and the tidal canal system which is accessible to many dwellings joins Port Phillip Bay.Bonbeach, Carrum and Patterson Lakes were previously part of the extensive Carrum Carrum Swamp. The area was once a source of fish and eels for the Mayone-Bulluk clan of the Bunurong people. Over time the area was drained and this allowed farming at Carrum and Bonbeach, although the area was prone to flooding. In the early 1920s and 30s the land was converted to residential dwellings. In 1973 investigations commenced nearby to Bonbeach and Carrum into the development of a unique residential area comprising canals and waterways. It was originally proposed to be known as "Gladesville". Circa 1974, the area was rezoned from rural to residential and named Patterson Lakes. Development has been continuous since the 1970s with staged construction of the waterways, residential housing, and supporting infrastructure and facilities.Laminated colour aerial photograph of the Bonbeach, Carrum and Patterson Lakes region within City of Kingston. This 1993 image includes Bonbeach High School prior to demolition, Bonbeach Primary School and Patterson River Golf Club. Sections of Patterson Lakes are not yet developed, including Rhode and Staten Islands. Long Island Point appears to be a recent development with many spare blocks and new houses under construction. The Patterson River marina is prominent and the river mouth as it meets Port Phillip Bay. The Carrum railway station is visible.Black type on white adhesive sticker: No. 6661 Black type on white adhesive sticker: 26E/6661, 29/1/93, 4.25 pm Black type on white adhesive sticker 29-1-93 Yellow circular adhesive stickerbonbeach, carrum, patterson lakes, patterson river, carrum carrum swamp, canals and waterways -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Colour, Circa 1993
Edithvale is a suburb in the City of Kingston. It is located between Aspendale and Chelsea on the Port Phillip Bay and built within remnant areas of the Carrum Carrum swamp. The foreshore precinct comprises a wide sandy beach, with low sand dunes and numerous historic boat sheds. The suburb consists of older style dwellings and former holiday houses, combined with mid-century housing and newer homes. The large blocks are increasingly subdivided and the existing dwellings demolished to accommodate units and townhouses, thus changing the landscape of the area and reducing the tree canopy.The beachside suburb of Edithvale was previously part of the extensive Carrum Carrum Swamp. The area was once a source of fish and eels for the Mayone-Bulluk clan of the Bunurong people. Over time the area was drained and predominantly devoted to dairy farming and holiday houses. The farms were gradually sold and subdivided with a large number of homes built after World War II and in the 1960s. Edithvale is mainly residential with a shopping strip along Nepean Highway but little significant industry was ever established in the area apart from a plaster works and confectionary factory, both now closed.Aerial colour photograph of Edithvale as viewed from Alexandra Avenue in the north to Ella Grove Chelsea/Edithvale in the south. The area is built-up with residential housing and facilities including Edithvale Primary School, numerous churches and the Edithvale Railway station. Large sections depict the remnant Carrum Carrum swamp. Edithvale Common and the former "Duck Inn" (Melbourne Water/Friends of Edithvale Seaford Wetlands) can be seen. Edithvale Recreational reserve, the valodrome and Edithvale Public Golf Course are prominent. The image shows vacant land in the area now known as Aspendale Gardens and the newer residential section of Chelsea Heights is not developed. A bike path has been established to cover the secondary drain. The Golf Links Court residential development located off Hughes Avenue is a large vacant block.Yellow circular adhesive sticker on plastic Black ink (marker): * (asterisk) Black type on white adhesive sticker: P000108edithvale, aspendale, chelsea, carrum carrum swamp -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Colour, 6 March 1993
Edithvale is a suburb in the City of Kingston. It is located between Aspendale and Chelsea on the Port Phillip Bay and built within remnant areas of the Carrum Carrum swamp. The foreshore precinct comprises a wide sandy beach, with low sand dunes and numerous historic boat sheds. The suburb consists of older style dwellings and former holiday houses, combined with mid-century housing and newer homes. The large blocks are increasingly subdivided and the existing dwellings demolished to accommodate units and townhouses, thus changing the landscape of the area and reducing the tree canopy.The beachside suburb of Edithvale was previously part of the extensive Carrum Carrum Swamp. The area was once a source of fish and eels for the Mayone-Bulluk clan of the Bunurong people. Over time the area was drained and predominantly devoted to dairy farming and holiday houses. The farms were gradually sold and subdivided with a large number of homes built after World War II and in the 1960s. Edithvale is mainly residential with a shopping strip along Nepean Highway but little significant industry was ever established in the area apart from a plaster works and confectionary factory, both now closed.Laminated aerial colour photograph of Edithvale as viewed from Alexandra Avenue in the north to Ella Grove Chelsea/Edithvale in the south. regents Park Aspendale can be seen in the top left. The area is built-up with residential housing and facilities including Edithvale Primary School, numerous churches and the Edithvale Railway station. Large sections depict the remnant Carrum Carrum swamp. Edithvale Common and the former "Duck Inn" (Melbourne Water/Friends of Edithvale Seaford Wetlands) can be seen. Edithvale Recreational reserve, the valodrome and Edithvale Public Golf Course are prominent. The image shows vacant land in the area now known as Aspendale Gardens and the newer residential section of Chelsea Heights is not developed. A bike path has been established to cover the secondary drain. The Golf Links Court residential development located off Hughes Avenue is a large vacant block.Black type on white adhesive label: 6-3-93 Black type on white adhesive label: 25/9211, 6/3/93, 11.20 am Black type on white adhesive label: 9211 Yellow circular adhesive sticker Black pencil: 9211 6-3-93 arrow pointing Nedthvale, carrum carrum swamp, aspendale, chelsea -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1940
Members of the Bentleigh football team after presumably winning a premiership as the man seated in the front is holding a cup.Black and white photograph with four rows of men, and one child, grouped together in a traditional sporting photo. Most men are wearing the Bentleigh Football Club uniform but on either side of the third row there are men in street clothes, as are the two men sitting at the front.Black printed text on white round sticker adhered to reverse: 210 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 72%bentleigh, football, team, sport -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1948
Located in the southern Melbourne suburb of Bentleigh, on the corner of Centre Road and Nicholson Street. The Bentleigh Theatre was opened in 1924. By 1946 it was operated by Hoyts Theatres and was modernised in 1948. It was closed in 1984 and has since been demolished.Black and white photograph of the entrance foyer of the Hoyt's theatre in Bentleigh. On the right hand side is a poster for the movie 'Mother Wore Tights' starring Bette Grable. To the left is the start of a staircase which presumably turns to the left taking movie-goers upstairs.Black printed text on white round sticker adhered to the reverse: 188 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 80%theatre, movies, entertainment -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1948
Located in the southeast Melbourne district of Ormond. The Ormond Theatre was opened in the late-1920’s with 720 seats in stalls and circle. There was no ceiling in the auditorium, which allowed for the steel roof trusses to be seen. In 1930 a Western Electric(WE) sound system was installed. In 1940 it was remodelled in a simple Art Deco style to the plans of architectural firm Marsh & Michaelson. It re-opened in 1941 with 995 seats. By 1946 it was operated by Albert Park Cinemas Property Ltd. The Plaza Theatre was closed on 30th November 1958. It was converted into a carpet showroom which was still operating in late-1984. The building has since been demolished.Black and white photograph depicting the art deco facade of the newly refurbished Plaza Theatre, Ormond. There are no buildings either side of the theatre which highlights its large size.Black printed text on white round sticker adhered to reverse: 187 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 72%theatre, movies, entertainment, plaza, suburbs -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1948
Located in the southeast Melbourne district of Ormond. The Ormond Theatre was opened in the late-1920’s with 720 seats in stalls and circle. There was no ceiling in the auditorium, which allowed for the steel roof trusses to be seen. In 1930 a Western Electric(WE) sound system was installed. In 1940 it was remodelled in a simple Art Deco style to the plans of architectural firm Marsh & Michaelson. It re-opened in 1941 with 995 seats. By 1946 it was operated by Albert Park Cinemas Property Ltd. The Plaza Theatre was closed on 30th November 1958. It was converted into a carpet showroom which was still operating in late-1984. The building has since been demolished.Black and white photograph of the theatre inside the Plaza Theatre. The photograph has been taken at the rear of the theatre and looks down over the three tiers of seating toward the screen.Black printed text on white round sticker adhered to reverse: 186 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 77%theatre, movies, entertainment, suburbs -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, c. 1948
Located in the southeast Melbourne suburb of Bentleigh, on the corner of Centre Road and Nicholson Street. The Bentleigh Theatre was opened in 1924. By 1946 it was operated by Hoyts Theatres and was modernised in 1948. It was closed in 1984 and has since been demolished.Black and white photograph taken from the ground level inside the theatre, with a view of the screen.Black printed text on white round sticker adhered to reverse: 189 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 72%theat, movies, entertainment -
City of KingstonPhotograph - Black and white, 13 September 1956
The newly opened Coles store in Bentleigh attracted a huge crowd of women on opening day.Black and white photograph depicting a crowd of women, some with prams and children, at the entrance to the newly opened Coles store in Bentleigh.Handwritten in blue ink on a white sticker adhered to the reverse: COLES BENTLEIGH / OPENING DAY 13/9/1956 Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 165% Printed black text on a white round sticker adhered to the reverse: 200suburbs, domesticity, shopping, consumerism
