The Grave of William Brown (died 07/05/1916) and Ann Brown (died 15/06/1918), St Helena Cemetery.St Helena Cemetery was originally the burial place of the Beale family and friends. The first burials took place in the 1850s. There are now over 200 burials.Digital copy of colour photographst helena cemetery, william brown, ann brown

The Grave of Victor Davies (died 30/05/1929) and Agnes Davies (died 25/09/1982), St Helena Cemetery.St Helena Cemetery was originally the burial place of the Beale family and friends. The first burials took place in the 1850s. There are now over 200 burials.Digital copy of colour photographst helena cemetery, victor davies, agnes davies

Photographs and program of events for the 140th anniversary celebration (on 18/08/2018) of the establishment of Greensborough Primary School. Photographs by Rosie Bray. 3 col. pages, 1 black & white page, 17 col. photographsgreensborough primary school

2 Glenwood Drive Greensborough, 4 bedroom 2 storey home for private sale, sold 23/08/2013 for $496,000Real estate advertising leaflet, 1 sheet, printed in colour both sidesglenwood drive greensborough

Grave of John Fleming (died 08/06/1945) in Plot# P9 Greensborough Cemetery. Photograph taken by Noel Withers 2009.Greensborough Cemetery was created when land was given for the cemetery by Mr William Poulter, a local settler, about 1864. The cemetery holds the graves of many of the early settlers in the district. The cemetery holds approximately 250 grave sites with 350 people buried there. Digital copy of colour photograph of grave/headstone.john fleming, greensborough cemetery

Black and White postcard titled "Falls of Halladale on the rocks". Dark ink, script handwriting is added "Wrecked at Peterborough 14-.11-08 during my stay". Letter on reverse side dated 8.09. (SH 098-2 Ships F - H).flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, post card, postcard, falls of halladale

A collection of six photographs donated by John Jansson. The first Grand Prix motorbike and car races were held on a course around the roads of Phillip Island.Six black & white photographs taken on Phillip Island. 365-01: Waiting for start of 100 mile event on Phillip Island for Motor Cycle Race. 365-02: Lined up for start of the 50 mile Grand Prix Race on Phillip Island. 365-03: Start of the 50 mile event. 365-04: Approaching Cowes Pier, Phillip Island. 365-05: The Nobbies, Phillip Island. 365-06: View near The Nobbies with waves breaking over the rocks.365-01: ACUV Races P.I. Waiting for start of 100 mile 365-02: Grand Prix Races. Lined up for start of 50 mile. 365-03: Start of 50 mile event. 365-04: Approaching Cowes 365-05: The Nobbies Phillip Island. 365-06: View near The Nobbies Phillip Island.motorbike racing on phillip island, the nobbies phillip island, cowes pier phillip island, john jansson

Looking north at end of reconstruction Late January 1961Record of various Shire of Eltham infrastructure works undertaken during the period of 1952-1962 involving bridge and road reconstruction projects, sometimes with Eltham Shire Council Project Reference numbers quoted. It was during this period that a number of significant improvements were made to roads and new bridges constructed within the shire that remain in place as of present day (2022). In many situations, the photos provide a tangible visible record of infrastructure that existed throughout the early days of the Shire. The album was put together by or under the direction of the Shire Engineer, J.A. McDonald.shire of eltham, 1961-01, infrastructure, reconstruction works, research (vic.), research oval

3 February 1961 Looking towards Rattray RoadRecord of various Shire of Eltham infrastructure works undertaken during the period of 1952-1962 involving bridge and road reconstruction projects, sometimes with Eltham Shire Council Project Reference numbers quoted. It was during this period that a number of significant improvements were made to roads and new bridges constructed within the shire that remain in place as of present day (2022). In many situations, the photos provide a tangible visible record of infrastructure that existed throughout the early days of the Shire. The album was put together by or under the direction of the Shire Engineer, J.A. McDonald.1961-01, infrastructure, lower plenty oval, reconstruction works, shire of eltham

3 February 1961 Looking towards Rattray RoadRecord of various Shire of Eltham infrastructure works undertaken during the period of 1952-1962 involving bridge and road reconstruction projects, sometimes with Eltham Shire Council Project Reference numbers quoted. It was during this period that a number of significant improvements were made to roads and new bridges constructed within the shire that remain in place as of present day (2022). In many situations, the photos provide a tangible visible record of infrastructure that existed throughout the early days of the Shire. The album was put together by or under the direction of the Shire Engineer, J.A. McDonald.1961-01, infrastructure, lower plenty oval, reconstruction works, shire of eltham

Yow Yow Creek bridge 11 May 1961Record of various Shire of Eltham infrastructure works undertaken during the period of 1952-1962 involving bridge and road reconstruction projects, sometimes with Eltham Shire Council Project Reference numbers quoted. It was during this period that a number of significant improvements were made to roads and new bridges constructed within the shire that remain in place as of present day (2022). In many situations, the photos provide a tangible visible record of infrastructure that existed throughout the early days of the Shire. The album was put together by or under the direction of the Shire Engineer, J.A. McDonald.1961-05-11, heidelberg-kinglake road, infrastructure, bridge construction, shire of eltham, yow yow creek

The new Eltham Library was opened 22 May 1994 and celebrates its 30th anniversay in 2024. This audio recording, presented by Harry Gilham, President of Eltham District Historical Society at the time of the opening is a summarised history of the Eltham Library service to 1994. Eltham Library Service 1930s - 1994 Originally collated by Harry Gilham, President, Eltham District Historical Society Inc (1993-2009) (edited 2022) In the Eltham township area, in the early 1930s, library books for adults were available from E J Andrew's newsagency in Main Road. In the newsagency come haberdashery, some shelves were set aside for a lending library of adults' books. In 1935, Mr & Mrs JC Rains purchased the newsagency and continued the lending service until the late 1940s. At this time the business was extended from haberdashery to sell ladies' and men's clothing. The library section was discontinued. In the 1930s a mobile book library was also run by a Mr Foster of Bible Street, Eltham. In the 1950s adult books were available from racks in the foyer of the Eltham Shire Offices which was then located beside the Eltham Hall on the comer of Arthur Street and Main Road. In the early 1950s a referendum of ratepayers was called to seek public opinion on the issue of raising money for a public library for which the rates would have to be increased - the motion was defeated. On 11 November 1965 Eltham Shire Council, in conjunction with the City of Heidelberg and the Shire of Diamond Valley, met to form the Heidelberg Regional Library Service. Eltham was represented by Councillors Charis Pelling and John Lewis. The first library service for the Shire of Eltham from this group came in the shape of a bookmobile van which had, amongst others, a central stopover near the Shillinglaw trees outside the newly opened Shire offices at 895 Main Road, the original site of Shillinglaw Cottage and the former Shillinglaw farm. Present-day Wingrove Park was another stopover and the many recorded requests for this service can be read as denoting the areas of population or gathering points at that period throughout the Shire. 1968 saw the Shire convert the ‘Brinkkotter’ house in Dudley Street to house both adult and children's books. This library was originally staffed from the City of Heidelberg Library and records of committee meetings range from borrowing Heidelberg's old library shelving to trying to increase the Government's subsidy to a dollar for dollar basis. Book loans in the period 1966-67 totalled 30,400 and the following year ran to 52,113. With 2 books plus 1 paperback the limit per person, it was overcrowded and unable to house the range of other services which had become common library stock. Planning to extend the Shire Offices by the addition of the south wing was an opportunity to re-house the Shire's Library. The opening of the library in the extension was carried out on 17th August 1971 by the Hon R J Hamer ED, MP, Chief Secretary of Victoria. Cr Geoffrey Dreverman officiated as the Shire President. The Heidelberg Regional Library Service continued until September 1985 when it disbanded. On 21 November 1985 the Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service was established. At that time Eltham was represented by Councillors Mary Grant and Robert Manuell. By 1987, over-crowding of the Eltham Library and an inability to house the range of other services yet again rose to prominence. At a Council meeting held on 1 June 1987, the Councillors supported a resolution which threatened to close the library on 30 September 1987. Council's frustration arose from yet another re-run of the annual State Government versus Council Library funding and records show first arose in Eltham Council in 1967 with the Government of 1he day. After prolonged public anger and petitions the motion to close the library was rescinded in August 1987. Council, considering the community's concern, set up a ‘Library Review Working Party’ which a year later became the Library Occasional Committee with direct access to Council. This Committee investigated the workings of the 386 square metre library and found inadequate space for storage and display, lack of equipment, out-of-date furniture together with an increasing patronage which resulted in queues of borrowers becoming longer no matter when the library was open. Community consultation took the form of 1,000 questionnaires sent to users and non-users along with noticeboard reminders of what was planned. Council developed a strategy to set aside capital funds from 1988 on an annual basis so that preliminary planning and consultative expenses could be met, and construction could be completed early 1997. The Committee visited metropolitan libraries which were catering for a similar population as was projected for Eltham. Australia-wide Federal Government funding grants under the Local Capital Works Program became available from October 1992 for community projects endorsed by local Councils. The Eltham Council submitted a proposal, based on library findings and requirements accumulated by the Library Occasional Committee, to the Federal Grants Committee to build a new Eltham Library. The Federal Grants Committee supported the funding request allowing commencement of the library project three years earlier than planned. With finance finalised, the Council set up its Eltham Library Re-development Special Committee which was given the task of overseeing what could be the last major expansion of the Shire's Library Service as Eltham's population nears its projected maximum. The new library was designed by Gregory Burgess and Peter Ryan of Gregory Burgess Pty Ltd. Construction of the library commenced in 1993 and was officially opened May 22nd, 1994. The library building was designed to reflect its parkland setting. External features include: the roof which includes interesting aspects when viewed from Main Road; verandahs which provide ramp access and give a sheltered entrance to the building; walls which feature locally made mudbricks, conventional bricks and copper panels; and space for an outdoor courtyard/reading area which will be developed later. Internally there are several features. The building includes a foyer with a fireplace suitable for displays including artwork, a community multi-purpose room suitable for meetings or functions and an outdoor cafeteria. The ceilings are lined with Victorian Ash. The shapes for the ceiling give a free-flowing form to the building. Brush Box has been used for the circulation and information desks. The tree trunk columns are Grey lronbark from New South Wales. Arches and various-shaped windows add interest to the internal structure. The carpet design reflects the Eltham environment and compliments the natural colours and timbers used in the building. Tiles by artist Felix Bosari feature in the building and additional art by local artists added externally and internally to the building. Since 1994 the library has undergone a major extension to cater for children’s services and others. See also EDHS_02111Digital file only recorded from Audio Cassette tape on loan Converted to MP3 file; 11.1MB, 0:08:49eltham library, opening, harry gilham, harry gilham collection, 1994, audio cassette, audio recording

Wattle bottle with woollen cover and reproduction 08 pattern Webbing(EQ519), Army, (Changed from 37 pattern webbing holder)equipment, ww1, army

Letter from Alfred Ferris No 2156 in 1916 to his mother and sister. Refer to Cat. 4183.3P for his service details..1 Letter written in pencil on The Salvation Army letter head dated 24/05/1916. .2 Page 2 of pencil written letter 24/05/1916. .3 Handwritten letter in ink on YMCA headed writing paper dated 04/07/1916. .4 Handwritten letting undated circa mid 1916..1-.4 Letters written by Alf Ferris .1 Salvation Army letterhead .3 YMCA letterheadletters, military, history, salvation army, ymca

7 Greenmeyer Court Greensborough, 4 bedroom house sold 20/05/2018 for $965,000. Previous sales: October 2015 for $550,000.Real Estate advertising leaflet,1 sheet folded into 4 pages, printed in colour both sides.greenmeyer court greensborough

25 Wanbanna Avenue Greensborough, Notice of sale of property; sold 30/05/2012 for $480,000, previously sold July 2011 for $502,000Real Estate advertising leaflet, one card, printed in colour both sides

12 Barry Street Watsonia, 3 bedroom home. Auctioned 19/05/2018 for $740,000. Previous sale May 1995 for $100,000.Real estate advertising leaflet, 1 sheet, printed in colour.barry street watsonia

The Grave of Harry Shovelton (died 16/05/1960) and Eva Selkirk Shovelton (died 29/03/1976), St Helena Cemetery.St Helena Cemetery was originally the burial place of the Beale family and friends. The first burials took place in the 1850s. There are now over 200 burials.Digital copy of colour photograph (grave)st helena cemetery, shovelton family

The Grave of Alan White (died 14/05/1988) and Betty Beale White (died 18/03/2014), St Helena Cemetery.St Helena Cemetery was originally the burial place of the Beale family and friends. The first burials took place in the 1850s. There are now over 200 burials.Digital copy of colour photograph (grave)st helena cemetery, white family, beale family

The Grave of Katherine Wingrove (died 05/12/1907) and Charles Symons Wingrove (died 16/07/1905), St Helena CemeterySt Helena Cemetery was originally the burial place of the Beale family and friends. The first burials took place in the 1850s. There are now over 200 burials.Digital copy of colour photograph (grave)st helena cemetery, wingrove family

Newspaper article from Diamond Valley Leader 07/05/2003 regarding the 2001 Centenary of Federation medal winners for community workBlack text and black and white imagescentenary of federation medal, rosie bray, colin brooks

Hardcovered children's book called "All Because of Sixpence". Inside cover (handwritten) "Anglesea Presbyterian Sunday School" AWARDED TO "Jillian Murch - Junior Class 1961 - Heather Watmuff (teacher). Golden Way Series No. 10, 80 pages.Front: ALL BECAUSE OF SIXPENCE / CONSTANCE SAVERY / THE GOLDEN WAY SERIES.children's fiction, sunday school, jillian murch, heather watmuff

Photograph black & white, Bert Graham Collection, Annual Club Picnic 1961, Lake Jubilee, Daylesford. 6 children enjoying a swing supervised by an adult male. 4 people sitting by the lake at right. Another 4 people at left.bendigo, clubs, bendigo east swimming club

the college of horticulture, the school of dairy, longerenong, the gavin gibson memorial laboratory, dookie agricultural college, dept of agriculture

12 Warwick Road Greensborough: 3 bedroom home, private sale, sold November 2012 for $590,000, and 08/07/2016 for $691,000Real estate advertising leaflet, 1 sheet, printed in colour both sideswarwick road greensborough

Eight pages typewritten document on the history of the Long Gully Methodist Church by Andrew Ward, architectural historian. Published 14/05/2016.church, history, methodist

Seven pages typewritten report titled: Golden Square High School - Headmaster's report to Inspectors at their annual visit. 10/05/1965education, secondary, golden square