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Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Yan Yean water supply system: a short history of Melbourne's early water supply system, 2011c
Early history of the Yan Yean water supply systemLink: 6479:6482 40 p., colour illus. and mapsyan yean reservoir, toorourrong reservoir, melbourne water -
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Book - Excerpt, Bundoora Park: a cultural history and conservation plan [excerpt], 1996_
Aspects of Bundoora Homestead, particularly John Smith and his champion racehorse Wallace; and descriptions of the exterior of the mansion in 1910.5 p. photocopied excerpt, black & white text.Pages 13, 38-39,50-51.bundoora homestead -
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Folder (article and photographs), The Herb Norman Swimming Pool and Yarra Plenty Indoor Pool, history 1976-2008, comp. by Helen Webb, with a foreword by Rosie Bray, 2019_
History of the Herb Norman Swimming Pool, opened in 1978 and originally used by Watsonia High School; acquired by the Balwyn Yarra Swimming Club in 1984, which changed its name to the Yarra Swim School in the late 1980s. Includes the history of the Yarra Plenty Swimming Club and Yarra Swim SchoolLarge folder containing colour photographs, newspaper clippings and textyarra plenty swimming club, yarra swim school, watsonia high school, herb norman -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder, Montmorency and the Nicholson family, 2019_
This folder contains a brief history of the Nicholson family and material about Dr. George Cornwall Nicholson, purchaser of land in Montmorency formerly owned by the Donnithorne Family. Includes 9 Certificates of Title relating to the subject land and other certificates and listings relating to their residency of "Glengarriff" and activities. It records an active professional Montmorency resident and community member, and the later subdivisions of the Glengarriff EstateLoose-leaf folder containing a brief history of the Nicholson family and Dr. George Cornwall Nicholson, purchaser of land in Montmorency. Includes 9 Certificates of Title relating to the subject land and other certificates and listings relating to their residency of "Glengarriff" and activities.glengarriff estate montmorency, nicholson family, donnithorne family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, The Eltham Rural Group: a history, 05/12/1993
History of Eltham Rural Group, a fundraising and social society established in 1955.46 p., photographs; with invitation cardeltham rural group -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, The Plenty Valley Corridor: the archaelogical survey of historic sites, by Fiona Weaver, for the Ministry of Planning & Environment, 1989_
The Victorian Archaelogical Survey managed this study onbehalf of the Ministry for Planning & Environment. The study was intended to provide a brief history of Aboriginal and European occupation and use of the area and an outline of the geography of the chief areas of cultural heritage concern, with recommendations for protection of significant cultural sites and recommendations for further research, survey and consultation.115 p., photocopy, unbound. Illus., mapsplenty river -
Greensborough Historical Society
Document collection, Watsonia development [Lambourn and Devonshire Roads], 2019_
In 2003, a proposal for a 5 storey building on the corner of Lambourn and Devonshire Roads Watsonia for an apartment complex, medical centre, shops and cafe was approved by VCAT, despite strong opposition by local residents. The proposal did not proceed. In 2019 a proposal for a 2 storey medical centre, cafe and residence was approved for the site and construction commenced. Collection of documents comprising history of development proposals by Rosie Bray, concept illustrations, archtect's plans, photograph and copy of newspaper clipping.watsonia, lambourn road watsonia, devonshire road watsonia -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet and article, Diamond Valley Local History Tour 2019, by Yarra Plenty Regional Library, 22/10/2019
Cover article written by Rosie Bray. In addition to YPRL booklets which have a brief history of each site visited, there are leaflets on Anglican parish of Diamond Creek; Nillumbik Cemetery; Ellis Cottage; Greensborough Cemetery and Sutherland Homes for ChildrenBooklet (2 copies) containing a brief history of sites visited on the Library's Diamond Valley Tour 2019, with 21 p. of supplementary information by various writers and 6 photographs taken on the tour.diamond valley, yarra plenty regional library, sutherland homes, st katherines church st helena, andrew yandell reserve, greensborough rsl, greensborough war memorial park, greensborough cemetery -
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Booklet, Welcome to the Greensborough RSL Sub-branch Remembrance Day Service 2019, 2019_11
Booklet from the annual Rembrtance Day Service held by the Greensborough RSL. Contains a brief history of the meaning of Armistice or Remembrance Day.12 p. black & white text, col. photographsHandwritten on cover: "101 anniversary of WWI ending"remembrance day 2019, armistice day, greensborough rsl -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Diamond Valley News, Toc H Lights, 2000_
... Article from "Born in a Barn" a history..." a history of the Greensborough Uniting Church, of which Tom Vickers ...Article from "Born in a Barn" a history of the Greensborough Uniting Church, of which Tom Vickers was a member. This article deals with the Toc H Lights project in which members installed lights and safety equipment in homes of elderly. Tom Vickers was an active member of the Toc H.Tom Vickers was a prominent member of the community and a local pharmacist.Digital copy of article copied from bookvickers family, tom vickers, greensborough uniting church, toc h -
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Newspaper Clipping, 80th Anniversary Greensborough Methodist Church 1935, 05/04/1935
Brief history of Methodist worship in the Greensborough area, with an account of the pageant held in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the church.2 p. black and white text and photograph, copied from Trovegreensborough methodist church -
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Article, 'The Pictures' at Greensborough, by Dawn Bennetts (Petts), 2019_
History of cinemas operating in Greensborough 1920s to 1960s.18 page folder, black and white text, newspaper clippingscinemas, ashril theatre, greensborough picture theatres -
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Book, Peter Christian, The genealogist's internet, 5th ed., by Peter Christian, 2012_
"Essential guide to researching your family history online".430 p., paperback book, black & white illustrationsgenealogy, family history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Royal Historical Society of Victoria et al, Writing and publishing local history, by Rosalie Triolo, Helen Doyle and Katya Johanson, 2017_
Writing and publishing local history: a guide for first-time authors and historical societies, by Rosalie Triolo, Helen Doyle and Katya Johanson is a Revised edition of "Publishing History: a guide for Historical Societies". 83 p., paperback, col. illus.authorship, local history -
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Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Get ready to cruise with classic wheels, 07/02/2018
Revheads can indulge in a slice of history when vintage cars line the grounds of Loyola College for the annual classic car show. [2018]News article 1 page, black text and colour image .loyola college, annual classic car show, watsonia -
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CD-ROM, John Gibson et al, Interviews and Recordings by John Gibson, 2011-2016
Oral history stories written by John Gibson came from these original interviews with Betty Thatcher (2011), Bill and Thelma Hutchinson (2012), Eric Barclay (2014), Graeme and Lorraine Collins (2011), Jean Luxford (2016), and Keith and Margaret Willimott (2011). Three presentations at GHS meetings are also recorded: Felicity Williams on teaching history and research into the soldiers on the "Fallen Soldiers' Memorial" (2011), Noel Withers on the Bosch family of Greensborough (2011) and Val Wilson on the Brown Brothers of Bundoora.CD-ROM with 7 interviews and 3 recordings of presentations at GHS meetings. 2 copies.oral history -
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Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, History awaits young star, 28/03/2018
Jaryd Clifford, a legally blind teenager from Diamond Valley hopes to become the first Australian to compete in athletics at both the Paralympic and Olympic GamesNews article 1 page, black text and colour image .paralympic and olympic games, diamond valley athletics club, jaryd clifford -
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Booklet - Digital Image, Album of Melbourne Views, 1890_
Photographs of Melbourne's grand architecture, mainly built following the gold rush boom.Digital copy of 10 page booklet of black and white photographs of Melbournemelbourne history, melbourne architecture -
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Book, James Jupp, The Australian people: an encyclopedia of the nation, its people and their origins, ed. by James Jupp, 2001_
Entries on history of immigration and settlement in Australia, and its effects on Australian society and culture.The standard work on immigration and ethnic groups in Australia.940 p. hardback, maps, tables, photographsimmigration, australia history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Random House Australia Pty Ltd, Australia through time. 2003 {11th] ed, 2003_
Entries on events in Australia from 1868 to 2002Hardback. 570 pa., tables, col. and black and white illus.australia history -
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Article, Journal, Jane Rizzetti, Banyule Homestead Subdivision: a personal view, by Janine Rizzetti, 2014_10
Account of community concerns about development of the Banyule Homestead, and a photograph of the Homestead.2p. photocopy of article in History News, Issue 374, Oct/Nov 2014banyule homestead -
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Newsletter, Friends of Westgarthtown Inc, Friends of Westgarthtown Inc. News. Vol. 14, No. 3, November 2010, 02/11/2010
Information on Westgarthtown history and personalities, including photographer Fred Kruger, the Ziebel family, and the origins of the Pura Milk brand.8 p. newsletter, with leaflet westgarthtown, thomastown -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Leigh Rogers, Keepers of the history, by Leigh Rogers, 2011_
Article on Mick and Marg Woiwood, historians and recipients of Nillumbik's Citizen of the Year award in 2011.Black and white text, colour photographmargaret woiwod, mick woiwod -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Eric Stephensen, A Rousing of a riding, by Eric Stephensen, 1978_06
A humourous history of the North Eltham area21 p, typescript duplicated on yellow papereltham north -
Greensborough Historical Society
Pamphlet, The Soldiers Memorial Avenue, Queens Domain, Hobart, 2015_
History, description and maps of the Soldiers Memorial Avenue Hobart. Includes map, with location of memorial trees.Single sheet printed in colour both sideswar memorials, hobart -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, History of International Women's Day: Centenary 1911-2011, 2011_
Short history of International Women's Day, presented to participants in the IWD Dinner 2011.Leaflet, printed in colour both sides, laminatedinternational womens day -
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Newspaper Clipping, Buy a shop: Shop 6 Hopkins Street Greensborough, 01/11/1995
Shop 6 Hopkins Street Greensborough: brick veneer shop built 1977, for sale November 1995. Sales history: Sold March 1998 for $100,000; July 1995 $112,500, May 1985 $15,000, March 1982 $7,000 and March 1976 $4,500.Newspaper clipping, Real Estate advertising.hopkins street greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Journal, Australian Family Tree Connections, Australian Family Tree Connections August 2002
Monthly, holdings include 23 issues August 2002 -May 2015Printed in colour and black & white, photographs family history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Poster, The Age et al, Time Chart of Australian History [to 1980], 1980c
A timeline of Australian history from the first Australians, European exploration and discovery to 1980. Prepared by Ila Brown for The Age. Includes timeline, maps and photographsSet of 4 laminated posters, printed in colour on one side.australia history, australia exploration -
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Book, Richard Broome, The Colonial experience: the Port Phillip District 1834-1850 2nd ed, 1999_
Contains documents relating to patterns of migration, impact of European colonisation, social and political institutions and historical interpretation of the Port Phillip District128 p., black and white print and illustrationsvictoria history, melbourne