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Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Fallen Soldier's Memorial Greensborough, 1923c
These photographs shows the World War I "Fallen Soldiers" Memorial at it's original site in Main Street Greensborough. Photographs appear to be taken early 1920s.The Memorial has been moved several times and is now situated the War Memorial Park in Henry Street Greensborough.Digital image of 2 black and white photographs.greensborough war memorial park, fallen soldiers memorial greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, War Memorial Main Street Greensborough, 1923c
This photograph shows the World War I "Fallen Soldiers" Memorial at it's original site in Main Street Greensborough. [Thought to have been taken by Alan Partington as he is listed as taking another photo of the same Memorial in 1923]The Memorial has been moved several times and is now situated the War Memorial Park in Henry Street Greensborough.Digital copy of black and white photograph.greensborough war memorial park, fallen soldiers memorial greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clippings, Diamond Valley News, Loyola at risk 1994, 22/02/1994
These articles deal with the proposal, in 1994, to sell off the former Loyola Seminary building on Grimshaw Street Watsonia. There are articles on the history of the Jesuit order and seminary as well as an expression of interest from Loyola college (all written by Duska Sulicich) and a letter to the editor and petition by local resident J Schluter.Loyola is a landmark building on Grimshaw Street but it has, at times, been under threat of redevelopment.Photocopies of 4 news articles, with text and black and white images.loyola college, watsonia, jesuits, seminary, loyola, duska sulicich, schluter. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, Richards - Angland Family, by Ida Brown as told to June Hall, 1895o
Ida Brown relates the story of her family, through good and bad times. From her grandfather's arrival in Australia (John Henry Richards) to her time at Greensborough Primary School. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough pioneer families.2 typed pages.rickards angland family, ida brown, henry richards, lillian richards, john angland -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, My memories by Eric Barclay, 1938o
Eric Barclay recalls his life and times as a child in Greensborough from 1938, later his various employment opportunities. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.4 typed pages.barclay family, eric barclay, grace park -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Changing Times, 30/01/1992
This is an issue of a weekly staff newspaper that was for employees of the Public Transportation Commission. .It features an article on Theo Tzaros the then Watsonia Station Master who was a guest radio announcer on the Plenty Valley Community Radio station 3PVR.A black and white 8 page newsletter with orange highlighting.Nil3pvr, plenty valley community radio, watsonia, station master, watsonia railway station -
Greensborough Historical Society
Map, George W. Bell, Eltham Warrandyte and environs: a visitor's guide map: centenary souvenir. 2nd ed, 1994c
Tourist guide to historic and other features in the Eltham Warrandyte area and environs, A2, black & white, folded 3 times to A5, printed on one sidewarrandyte, eltham, st helena, montmorency -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, Nillumbik Shire Council, Discover Nillumbik, 2000c
Map and lists of attractions within the Shire of NillumbikDouble sided, folded seven times printed in red and greennillumbik -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book - Biographical dictionary, Who's who in Australia, 1980o
Biographical entries of prominent Australians, including political and judicial appointeesHard cover book with worn edges, paper dust jacketaustralians, biographies, achievements -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, Banyule City Council et al, Your easy guide to kerbside recycling, 1994_
Brochure issued by Banyule City Council, prepared by the council with Visy Recycling. Outlines the items which may be recycled at this time.Coloured brochure, folded four times.recycling, banyule city council, visy recycling -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Colourgravure (The Herald and Weekly Times), The great Jubilee book: the story of the Australian Nation in pictures / written by Jules Feldmann, 1951_
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). -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, McIvor Times, Honouring our own (McIvor Times, Wednesday 24 January 2009, 24/01/2009
Australia Day citation of Harold Fraser's 37 years of service to Heathcote Lions Club published in McIvor Times, 24 January 2007Photocopy of newspaper articleharold fraser, australia day awards -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder, Herald and Weekly Times, Our Australia, 2002c
Series containing information about various aspects of Australian life and history. It was a lift out from the Herald Sun newspaper.Looseleaf folder containing parts 1-3, 6-7, 9-10, 13 of a 14 part seriesaustralia history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder, Greensborough Primary School Gr2062 Documents, 20/10/1988
Documents relate to Greensborough Primary School 2062, 1969-1988, including the use of the old brick building for community purposes.Much of the brick building dates from 1878, and has been threatened with demolition at times.Folder containing miscellaneous documents and newspaper clippings.greensborough primary school -
Greensborough Historical Society
Spoon, 1899c
Metal spoon with timber handle, found along Plenty River near Yallambie circa 2005. [View advertisement in The Weekly Times Saturday 12 August 1899, page 32]Spoon with pointed bowl, timber handle and bone on shaft. Some rust.spoons, plenty river, yallambie -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder of Documents, Greensborough Park: Land Title Histories and Associated Instruments, 1872-1976
Land title documents trace the ownership of what is now known as Greensborough Park from 1872 to 1976.This property was owned at various times by well known Greensborough identities. The documents show the change from private ownership to public ownership of the site.Folder of copies of land title documents. 20 pages. Includes CD of electronic copies.greensborough park, banyule city council, shire of heidelberg, shire of diamond valley -
Greensborough Historical Society
Bottle opener, Persinware, Persinware bottle opener, 1978c
Multi purpose bottle or can opener. Size is suitable for carrying in pocket. [Persinware Openers were advertised in the Canberra Times in June and October 1978]Metal bottle/can opener with black plastic handle.Stamped into metal "Persinware"persinware, bottle opener, can opener -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Jacinta Crealy et al, Robert Whatmough, pioneering Victorian horticulturalist, 2017_
Robert Whatmough (1815-1887) emigrated to Australia in 1840 and became a prominent horticulturalist in Greensborough. This book written by descendant Jacinta Crealy outlines the life and times of Robert Whatmough. 178 p., illus. (some col.), paperback.robert whatmough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Colourgravure (The Herald and Weekly Times), Wild life in Australia illustrated, by Charles Barrett, 1950_
An illustrated book on Australian wild life - animals, birds, reptiles - published in 1950. This volume belonged to the Fort family.Hardback, 240 p. illus. (some col.). Signed Melinda & Dale Fort on title page; Faye Fort on fly-leafaustralian fauna, fort family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Suburb's rapid evolution, 12/04/2017
Eltham was described as a blossoming township and featured in the top 10 fastest growing Victorian suburbs during the 1960s. This article looks at some historic sites in Eltham and how they look today.News article 2 pages, black text, colour image.eltham, changes over times -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clippings, Weekly Times, Happy Hollow articles from Trove - Christopher Bell, 1949-1954
Articles on natural history submitted by a young Christopher Bell of Happy Hollow to the Weekly Times.3 p. photocopy transcripts of newspaper articleshappy hollow farm, christopher bell -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, The Weekly Times Pioneer cook book, ed. by Doris Van der Hagen, 1972_
Recipes contributed as part of a Weekly Times pioneer recipe competition96 p., paperback, black and white illustrations. 2 copies.recipes, weekly times, cookbooks -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Marilyn Smith, Fallen Soldiers' Memorial, Greensborough, 22/08/2015
This photograph shows the World War I "Fallen Soldiers" Memorial at it's present site in War Memorial Park Greensborough.The Memorial was moved several times from its original site in Main Street to Greensborough Lower Park then to Memorial Park.Digital copy of colour photograph.greensborough war memorial park, fallen soldiers memorial greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Marilyn Smith, Shire of Diamond Plaque, Greensborough War Memorial Park, 1994, 26/08/1994
This photograph shows the Shire of Diamond Valley plaque in War Memorial Park Greensborough. The monument is 'dedicated to the honoured memory of the men and women of Diamond Valley who served their country in times of conflict.' The Shire of Diamond Valley was a local government area from 1964 to 1994.Digital copy of colour photograph.greensborough war memorial park, shire of diamond valley -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Book - Book - Ancient Order of Foresters (Application for Registration of the wife of a member marrying after Admission), 1960s
The Ancient Order of Foresters, which originated in England in the mid 1700s, established its first branch (Court) in Victoria in 1849. Foresters was set up as a non-profit organisation, the founding principles of the Society being to provide financial and social benefits as well as support to members and their families in times of unemployment, sickness, death, disability and old age. The Society is now known as the Foresters Friendly Society and in July 1999 was incorporated as a public company limited by shares and guarantee.Book, hard back, red marbled covers (front cover faded), black binding, 'Ancient Order of Foresters United Melbourne District Friendly Society'. 'Application for Registration of the wife of a member marrying after Admission', black print on white label attached to front coverancient order of foresters, friendly society, membership -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Flyer - Flyer - The Great Southern Touring Rout Adelaide to Melbourne, n.d
DL flyer, single sheet folded four times. 'The Great Southern' touring route, Adelaide to Melbourne, via Mt. Gambier & Geelong'. Contains map of touring route and information -
Blackburn Cricket Club
The Turk
The Turk (Peter Turnley) is an ex President (3 seasons), coach and 20 year player (Senior and Vets) who hs been at the club for many years. He has won the bowling averages 8 times across 3 grades and was also the recipient of the Best Clubman award in 1989-90. Turk is famous for his culinary skills which are enjoyed by many. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, The Weekly Times Wild Nature Book, 1932-1934
A weekly supplement to the Weekly Times newspaper, these plates each depict a bird or animal. There is a brief written description of each accompanied by a reproduction of a watercolour painting.A complete set of supplements, in original binding. 90 plates. Colour. Cardboard cover.Written inside front cover: 'Lindsay McKellar Black 1932-1934'weekly times, weekly times wild nature series, birds, animals -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article - Church history, Watsonia Uniting Church, 1994o
Records the history of Watsonia Uniting Church at various times and mentions names of Ministers and parishioners. The first Uniting Church service was held on 25/02/1957.History of a local church.6 A4 black and white pages of information on the Watsonia Uniting Church, including the 50th anniversary service of that church.watsonia uniting church, watsonia, devonshire road, watsonia rsl -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Fields give way to business boom, 1993_
Tells some of the story of the settlement of Greensborough and Lend Leases' gradual take over of Greensborough shopping area. In Canberra Times Wednesday 17 November 1993, page 27: Melbourne: Lend Lease Corp Ltd is to undertake a $600 million redevelopment of two suburban Melbourne shopping centres, at Dandenong and Greensborough; to be built in conjunction with Australia's largest retailer; Coles Myer Ltd. The project will create about 2000 jobs; 1000 during construction and 1000 in long-term retail.Has some history of Greensborough and records the average land prices in 1993. A black and white Sunday Age newspaper story. Includes map and photograph of resident.greensborough, lend lease, 1993, land prices