Colour photograph of the land at Chewton where a goldfields agitation meeting took place.agitation hill chewton, goldfields agitation, chewton

Prue Sanderson, in her groundbreaking ‘City of Kew Urban Conservation Study : Volume 2 - Development History’ (1988), summarised the periods of urban development and subdivisions of land in Kew. The periods that she identified included 1845-1880, 1880-1893, 1893-1921, 1921-1933, 1933-1943, and Post-War Development. These periods were selected as they represented periods of rapid growth or decline in urban development. An obvious starting point for Sanderson’s groupings involved population growth and the associated economic cycles. These cycles also highlighted urban expansion onto land that was predominantly rural, although in other cases it represented the decline and breakup of large estates. A number of the plans in the Kew Historical Society’s collection can also be found in other collections, such as those of the State Library of Victoria and the Boroondara Library Service. A number are however unique to the collection.The Kew Historical Society collection includes almost 100 subdivision plans pertaining to suburbs of the City of Melbourne. Most of these are of Kew, Kew East or Studley Park, although a smaller number are plans of Camberwell, Deepdene, Balwyn and Hawthorn. It is believed that the majority of the plans were gifted to the Society by persons connected with the real estate firm - J. R. Mathers and McMillan, 136 Cotham Road, Kew. The Plans in the collection are rarely in pristine form, being working plans on which the agent would write notes and record lots sold and the prices of these. The subdivision plans are historically significant examples of the growth of urban Melbourne from the beginning of the 20th Century up until the 1980s. A number of the plans are double-sided and often include a photograph on the reverse. A number of the latter are by noted photographers such as J.E. Barnes.Coloured lithograph of a subdivision plan of the Studley Park Estate, bordered by Yarra, Willsmere Road and the Outer Circle Railway line. The estate was listed in 1910 and was the subject of a planning dispute between the developer and the Town of Kew in relation to flood levels and the suitability of the land for housing. In many cases the names of streets were subsequently changed. The layout was also affected by the creation of the Eastern Freeway. A newspaper report of the day described the subdivision as a: "GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY. We are pleased to submit for PRIVATE SALE that magnificent ESTATE, situated only 4 1/2 miles from the Melbourne General Post Office, STUDLEY PARK ESTATE. KF/NV. Doubtless the CHEAPEST LAND EVER OFFERED having extensive frontages to the prettiest spot on the River Yarra and the National Park, commanding lovely river and landscape views, and acknowledged to be the finest land available so close to the city. The PRICES ARE EXTREMELY MODERATE; The TERMS ARE SIMPLY MARVELLOUS. NO DEPOSIT. NO DEPOSIT. NO DEPOSIT. Allotments and prices to suit everyone."subdivision plans - kew, studley park estate

Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in May 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grande Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob’s endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This document is significant because it documents the story of an important pioneer of Falls Creek.A 5 page indenture or contract typed on paper. This document sets out the terms and conditions set down for the lease of land in Falls Creek at the cost of £1 per week.legal contract, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A typed report of aspects of Bob Hymans' application for a lease of land to establish a new hotel at Falls Creek. The document has some works underlined and handwritten notes added.falls creek tourist area management committee, hymans' hotel plans, falls creek development

Conditions of sale by private contract dated 9th February, 1934 between H.A. Wilkinson (seller) and Mrs. E.F. Rigby (buyer) for land situate Creek Street, Bendigo land being described in certificates of title volume 2776 folio 555075 and volume 5725 folio 1144851. Also all the vendor's right title and interest in and to that portion of land facing Clarke Street as fenced, and adjoining above mentioned land, together with 5-roomed weatherboard dwelling and all sundry. Price 350 pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Contract of sale of land dated 20th January, 1956 between Sandhurst & Northern District Trustees Executors& Agency (vendor) and Mrs. M. E. Taylor (purchaser). Property: land being Crown allotment 9 and part of Crown allotment 9A section 55C Parish of Sandhurst city of Bendigo, land described in certificate of title volume 4258 folio 516 land coloured red on the plan endorsed hereon, together with brick dwelling known as 199 Bridge Street, Bendigo. Price: 2,650 Pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

History of land purchases made by Albert Bush in Bendigo and his Produce Store on the corner of Williamson & Myers Streets, Bendigo Eight sheets covering Albert Bush's land purchases History sheets in various page formats

Black and White photograph shows in the middle distance a flock of sheep belonging to Bill Hermon, south of the Breen farm in Menzies Creek. The land then falls away and flatter land fades away into the distance. There are fluffy clouds in the sky.

Paradise Estate layout also included in Land Sale Brochure Titled Eureka Plan Book - Seven Delightful & Valuable Ringwood Estates - circa 1925, Reg. No. 5100.Subdivision plan of Paradise Estate, Ringwood, showing allotments for sale, with typed page attached showing block sizes and prices.Locality plan showing land for sale south of Canterbury Road, 1 Mile south of Ringwood Railway Station. Subdivison includes Canterbury Road and Dandenong Road (later Wantirna Road). Surveyors - McKenzie Aisbett & Webber, surveyors & engineers, 440 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Telephone Central 11540. Subdivision for Mr Grenwood at Ringwood. Additional typewritten price list showing footage, price per foot, and price per block for Lots No. 1 to 60. Paradise Estate layout also included in Land Sale Brochure Titled Eureka Plan Book - Seven Delightful & Valuable Ringwood Estates - circa 1925, Reg. No. 5100.

Contract of sale of land dated 15th June, 1955 between Mr. T. Wilkinson (vendor) and Mrs. J. M. Schultz (purchaser). Property: that piece of land situated corner Reverie and Buckley Street, Bendigo, being the land described in Right to occupy residence area no. 5050, together with weatherboard and brick dwelling and all sundry outbuildings. Price: 660 pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Contract of sale of land dated 22nd March, 1955 between Mr. K. O. Stokes (vendor) and Mrs. E. Simmonds (purchaser). Property: that piece of land situate Lethebys Road, Eaglehawk, land described in right to occupy residence area No. 9596, together with weatherboard and brick dwelling, all sundry outbuildings, all linos, blinds and curtains. Price: 320 pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Contract of sale of land dated 10th July, 1952 between Mrs. E. P. M. McDonald (vendor) and Mrs. Threlfell (purchaser). Property: land being Crown allotment 19 section 15B City of Bendigo Parish of Sandhurst, land comprised in certificate of title volume 2567 folio 513352, together with all buildings thereon. Price: 900 poundsorganization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Contract of sale of land dated 11th October, 1951 between Mrs. G. M. Wicker (vendor) and Mrs. O. A. Torpy (purchaser). Property: land being part of Crown allotment 10 section 100C City of Bendigo Parish of Sandhurst land described in certificate of title volume 6160 folio 1231986, together with all buildings thereon. Price: 1,000 pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Cast iron meat juice press, with hand operated screw mechanism.'Landers, Frary & Clark, New Britain, Conn. U.S.A.' 'Columbia Meat Juice Press'screw presses

Metal old-style bread saw/knife.'The Quick Cut Bread Knife Landers Frary & Clark, New Britain, Conn. U.S.A.'break knives

Contract of sale of land dated 12th August, 1954 between Mr. D. G. & Mrs. E. Sumbler (vendor) and Mrs. H. Sutherland (purchaser). Property: land being part of Crown allotment 150 section M at Eaglehawk, Parish of Sandhurst, City of Bendigo, land described in certificate of title volume 5922 folio 213 and situate corner Wallen and Stone Streets, California Gully. Also all that piece of land being part of Crown allotment 150 section M at Eaglehawk, Parish of Sandhurst City of Bendigo, land described in certificate of title volume 1092 folio 240 and adjoining the above mentioned land situate corner Stone and eagle Streets, California Gully, together with 5 roomed weatherboard dwelling, all sundry outbuildings and all linos. Price: 1,680 pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Pru Sanderson, in her groundbreaking ‘City of Kew Urban Conservation Study : Volume 2 - Development History’ (1988), summarised the periods of urban development and subdivisions of land in Kew. The periods that she identified included 1845-1880, 1880-1893, 1893-1921, 1921-1933, 1933-1943, and Post-War Development. These periods were selected as they represented periods of rapid growth or decline in urban development. An obvious starting point for Sanderson’s groupings involved population growth and the associated economic cycles. These cycles also highlighted urban expansion onto land that was predominantly rural, although in other cases it represented the decline and breakup of large estates. A number of the plans in the Kew Historical Society’s collection can also be found in other collections, such as those of the State Library of Victoria and the Boroondara Library Service. A number are however unique to the collection.The Kew Historical Society collection includes almost 100 subdivision plans pertaining to suburbs of the City of Melbourne. Most of these are of Kew, Kew East or Studley Park, although a smaller number are plans of Camberwell, Deepdene, Balwyn and Hawthorn. It is believed that the majority of the plans were gifted to the Society by persons connected with the real estate firm - J. R. Mathers and McMillan, 136 Cotham Road, Kew. The Plans in the collection are rarely in pristine form, being working plans on which the agent would write notes and record lots sold and the prices of these. The subdivision plans are historically significant examples of the growth of urban Melbourne from the beginning of the 20th Century up until the 1980s. A number of the plans are double-sided and often include a photograph on the reverse. A number of the latter are by noted photographers such as J.E. Barnes.The subdivision, ‘Maxwelton’, included four lots in East Kew, at the northwest corner of Burke Road and Cotham Road. Lot 3 is identified as the location of an existing house. The site of the subdivision equates to that parcel of land where a contemporary block of three storey apartments at 1245 Burke Road is now located.subdivision plans - kew, mazwelton subdivision, burke road -- kew (vic.), cotham road -- kew (vic.)

''The Loddon Land Swindlers'' - chapter from Research Paper, Graduate Diploma - Regional Studies (History), LaTrobe University College of Northern Victoria (Mark Ritchie, 1992). Research Paper is titled ''Masters, Mediums, Mortals and Mysia - A Regional Study of Land Settlement'' - the first chapter - 21 pages - is titled ''The Loddon Land Swindlers''. Appendix is 'poem' (''The Charge of the Dirty Three Hundred'' (not by Tennyson). Described in the accompanying note to the B.H.S by the author as ''a fascinating event in The History of Bendigo''. It relates to the Amending Land Act of 1865 (known as the 'Grant Act') and to details of the July 1865 involvement of Bendigo people - 200 men - in the Inglewood Land Selections. Reference to 'mediums' and 'dummies'. References to reports of the time in the Bendigo Advertiser.Mark Ritchieinglewood, history, land settlement, amending land act of 1965, james macpherson grant, shamrock hotel, cobb & co, inglewood advertiser, henry byron moore, mr grant minister of lands, dummies, belle-latrobe, inglewood

Contract of sale of land by public auction dated 17th March 1956 between Mr. Kevin Daniel Bourke (vendor) and Ms. Evelyn Mary Pook (purchaser). Solicitor for vendor: Hogan & Hogan, Bendigo. Solicitor for purchaser: Hyett, Willis & Hyett, Bendigo. Property: 112 Victoria Street, Eaglehawk being land firstly part of Crown allotment 11 section 17 Parish of Eaglehawk land described in certificate of title volume 2467 folio 304. Secondly part of Crown allotment 10 section 17 Parish of Eaglehawk, land coloured red on the plan hereon being part of land comprised in certificate of title volume 4416 folio 036. Price 1,100 pounds.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Contract of sale of land dated 31st May 1956 between Mr. Kevin Daniel Bourke (vendor) and Ms. Evelyn Mary Pook (purchaser). Solicitor for vendor: Hogan & Hogan, Bendigo. Solicitor for purchaser: Hyett, Willis & Hyett, Bendigo. Property: 112 Victoria Street, Eaglehawk being land firstly part of Crown allotment 11 section 17 Parish of Eaglehawk land described in certificate of title volume 2467 folio 304. Secondly part of Crown allotment 10 section 17 Parish of Eaglehawk, land coloured red on the plan hereon being part of land comprised in certificate of title volume 4416 folio 036. Price 1,100 pounds. Photocopy of office copy.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

One of a collection of 6 postcards donated by T. H. Hill Photograph of the old sea baths at Mussell Rocks, Cowes Sepia postcard of the Sea Baths at Cowes. Pine tree in foreground with yachts and land in the background."The Rose Series, P. 660" "The Baths, Cowes, Phillip Is., Victoria"sea baths cowes phillip island, the baths cowes, t h hill, mussell rocks cowes phillip island

Donated by G. HaywoodBlack & White Postcard of view at Cape Woolamai. Land mass in foreground with sea in background."The Rose Series, P. 2789" "View at Cape Woolamai, Phillip Island, Vic."view cape woolamai, phillip island, g haywood