Gives the history of The Centre Ivanhoe from its beginnings as Heidelberg Town Hall and municipal offices in the 1930s. Text and photos by Robin Grow.The Centre is an example of Art Deco architecture and has retained these features. The Banyule Council is committed to maintaining this building in its present form.12 pages, illus. (some col.).heidelberg town hall, the centre ivanhoe, art deco architecture, robin grow

A family history written by George Arthur Iredale, mainly from recollections from his own life. He delves into the early days when the Iredales first arrived in Greensborough and expands his story with subsequent generations of the Iredale family.The Iredale family are Greensborough pioneers, in the area from the 1850s.18 typed pages.iredale family, george arthur iredale, sarah hurst, james iredale, george gilding

This is a recording of the Watsonia High School Choir, recorded in All Saint's Church of England, Greensborough. The organist is Bruce Allen and the conductor is David Kefford. Pieces include Three Hungarian folk songs, Ave Verum Corpus (Mozart) and Panis Angelicus (Franck) with soloist Andrew Williams.A rare copy of the choir performing.1 x 45 rpm sound recordwatsonia, watsonia high, watsonia high school, all saint's church of england, greensborough, david kefford, bruce allen, andrew williams

Transcription of diary written during the Partington family's voyage from England to Melbourne. Covers entries for May.3 typed pages. Transcription of diary.In pencil on front page "Partington family sail to Melbourne"partington family, charles partington, ellen partington, ellen whatmough, lookout point, diaries

A well known painting of the main street of Greensborough painted circa 1889.This painting shows early buildings in the town area.Colour copy of painting of Greensborough circa 1889.greensborough, painting

This is a photograph of a small child (possibly Sue Darling) on a bush track identified as Albion Crescent in the Greenhills estate, Greensborough.This photograph shows the rural nature of this area of Greensborough in the mid 20th century, which is now suburban.Black and white photograph of a small girl on a country track.In pencil on back of photograph: "Albion Cres posssibly Sue Darling"greenhills, albion crescent, greensborough, sue darling

A collection of short stories, poetry and other writing by students (local women) at the Diamond Valley Living and Learning Centre Greensborough.A publication of writing by local women.40 pages, black and white illus. Blue cover with line drawing of DVLC.On front cover in pen: "Diamond Valley Living and Learning Centre. Donated by Rosie Bray"diamond valley living and learning centre, dvlc, diamond valley learning centre, writing, centricity

Faye recounts stories about growing up in the Partington home "Alwyn" in the mid 20th century. At this time agriculture played an important role in the Greensborough district and the land around Alwyn was used for poultry, vegetables and cut flowers.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages. partington family, greensborough, alwyn, alan partington, farming

Brian and June Roberts moved to Hume Street Briar Hill as newlyweds. June's story recounts the development of their home on the Plenty River and the friendships with neighbours. A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.11 typed pages.june roberts, brian roberts, briar hill, blackjack, hume street, suburban life

Bill Cecil moved to Greensborough in 1944 aged 14. His family ran the post office and Bill became acquainted with most Greensborough families as he delivered the mail on horseback. Bill recounts his life both in Greensborough and other parts of the country.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.2 typed pages.cecil family, bill cecil, william arthur cecil, greensborough post office

The origins of the Iredale family are traced from Huddersfield in Yorkshire to the arrival of James Iredale in Greensborough (circa 1858). An outline of the life and origins of a pioneer Greensborough family.4 typed pages.iredale family, george arthur iredale, emma gilding, james iredale, margaret sunderland

Noel Withers recounts his background in England, emigrating to Australia and settling in Greensborough. He discusses the development of his interest in the Greensborough cemetery and local history. A told to June Hall 2011.A primary source account of Noel's background and interest in local history. 3 typed pages. noel withers, greensborough historical society, june hall, greensborough cemetery

Bonnie Dickson recounts her early married life in Greensborough from 1955, the building of their home in Nell Street and their involvement in the local community.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages. Second copy of Item bonnie dickson, ray dickson, rosalie bray, nell street, greensborough, oral history.