A scanned copy of a typed manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of the Whatmough and Partington families. Alan was a descendent of the Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.The story of Greensborough pioneers written by a descendant. Scanned copy of 4 typed pages.whatmough family, partington family, alan partington

This book covers various heritage cemeteries throughout Victoria and includes tips on maintenance as well as information on using cemeteries as a research tool. There is a small section on St Katherine's Cemetery St Helena.184p., illus.st katherines church st helena, st helena cemetery

This book retells the lives of the 120 names on the Mornington Honour Roll, men and women who served in World War I.150p., illus.To Noel & Cath, Best Wishes, Valerie J Wilsonmornington, world war 1, war memorials mornington, mornington historical society

An English girl's reminiscences: 'below stairs' in Colonial Australia. Set in Sydney and Melbourne.145 p., illus. (some col.).Signed by author.helen vellacott, melbourne

Faye Fort 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 and handwritten manuscriptfaye fort, partington family, alwyn, whatmough park

Faye Fort recounts the life of her aunt Lilian Colston (nee Partington) 1921-2011, a member of the Greensborough pioneer family. Lillian was the daughter of Ben Partington and Nellie Willoughby.Pioneer Greensborough familyFamily history story, 2 pages text and photoIncludes handwritten manuscript by Faye Fort.lillian colston, lillian partington, partington family

A history of Diamond Creek from earliest records of white visitors (1836) to the 1970s. John Ryan was born in Diamond Creek and lived there all of his life.A detailed history and anecdotes of the Diamond Creek area and its early pioneers.55 pages. Soft cover, light brown with copy of early painting of Diamond Creek on front cover. Black and white illus.

Edmond Smith's personal story of his time at the 'country' place of Sutherland Homes in Greensborough. Edmond arrived at the Home in 1948, aged 6.272p., illus. 2 copiesedmond smith, sutherland homes

A compilation of the war records of the men and women from the Trentham area who served in the Boer War, World War I and World War II. Authors/compilers are Ina Bertrand and Jan Robertson from Trentham and District Historical Society.This book is a tribute to all who served from the Trentham area.126 p., illus. Cover in black and white shows photographs of soldiers and nurses.trentham, trentham and district historical society, world war i, world war ii, boer war

This information was collected for a grant application to erect signage along the Plenty River path, outlining the history of this area where early settlement of the area occurred. The application was made by GHS member Dennis Ward.Black spiral bound folder with clear cover containing 18 pages of photograph and text.plenty river trail, plenty river, willis vale, dennis ward

This archaeological survey of th Plenty Valley was conducted by Isabel Ellender in 1989 for the Ministry of Planning and Environment. The area studied is north of Greensborough to Whittlesea. A number of Aboriginal sites were identified and recommendations made for the future.103 p., illus., maps. Plastic spiral binding.plenty river, aboriginal heritage sites

Notes on the history of Lower Plenty by Russell Yeoman, Eltham Historical Society; including references to Andrew Ross from his "Reminiscences" and an article from Trove on the Lower Plenty Bridge. 3 typed pages.lower plenty, russell yeoman, andrew ross

In August 2015 seven sports clubs in Banyule and Nillumbik were burgled and Greensborough Football Club scoreboard was set on fire.News clipping, black text, colour image.greensborough football club

Several artists showcased their talents at the "Artists on Were Street" event. Mel Macklin creates digital paintings. Fiona Haase is a basket weaver. Patrick Ryant is a portrait artist and Leanne Ipsen is a painter. 2 page news article, text and colour images.artists on were street, montmorency, artists, mel macklin, fiona haase, patrick ryant, leanne ipsen

Les Carlyon recounts stories of Australian soldiers during World War I.863 p. black & white illus.world war 1, les carlyon, western front

In this article GHS member, Rosie Bray discusses some of the local nurses who enlisted for service in World War 1.9 p. col. & black & white illus.world war 1, nurses

Jean Luxford's reminiscences, with notes on some of the earlier history of Greensborough. As told to John Gibson, updated by Jean and John in 2017.Firsthand reminiscences of Greensborough in the 20th century.5 p. typescriptjean luxford, greensborough, oral history

A delivery truck driver received separate fines for speeding and for using a mobile telephone within ten seconds in Lower Plenty.Small clipping, black & white printDiamond Valley Leader 19 June 2013traffic offences, lower plenty

Video footage of the opening of Heidelberg Golf Club 1928. Opened by Lord Bruce PM.1 CD.Written on CD: "H G C Opening1928 by Lord Bruce P.M ."heidelberg golf club

A short history of Watsonia told in the oral history style. Written in July 2010.5 pages, typed.watsonia, john kellow

Rosie Bray has written a family history of the Whittingham family from interviews and documents. Included is the story of the four Whittingham sons who fought in World War I - Henry Douglas Whittingham (killed in action France April 1917), John Cecil Whittingham, Leslie Ernest Whittingham and Eric Walter Whittingham.Family history and associated documents and photographs in spiral binder with black cover.whittingham family

Published for the Jubilee (50 year anniversary) of Federation, this book tells of Australia's history post white settlement.Hard cover book, 240 p., illus. (some colour).

This book tells the story of families of men missing in the New Guinea islands during World War 2. Paperback. 200 pages, black and white illustrations.Owner's name inside front cover.world war 2, new guinea in world war 2

A proposed development at 4-6 Flintoff Street is to have its plans amended to reduce the height of the building.News clipping, black text.flintoff street greensborough, town planning, banyule city council

320 pages, black and white illustrations. Front and back cover illustrations by Margo Heeley.Signed by author on title page.wurundjeri dreaming, mick woiwod

Norman Wightman recounts his story of life in Greenhills from 1939-1961. He tells of the many neighbours and the difficulties of life "in the bush".6 pages text.norman wightman, greenhills

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Paperback, 84 p.family history, ireland