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Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, True bloods of our shire, 1992_03
This article is the result of an interview with Alf Poulter about the Poulter family roots in Greensborough. Discusses some of the family connections with other pioneer families in the area.Memories of the early days of settlement in Greensborough and of the Poulter family.Copy of newspaper article. 2 pages, black and white photograph.alf poulter, poulter, chapman, splatt, stock, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Poulter Family, 1827o
A collection of copies of extracts listing members of the Poulter family and their origins. Includes Susan and James Chapman.Background to the Poulter family, Greensborough pioneers.A collection of copies of extracts listing members of the Poulter family and their origins. Some handwritten notes are included.poulter, chapman, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Letter, Letter re Private James William Poulter, 16/04/1920
Copy of Commonwealth War Graves Commission information regarding the burial place of Private James William Poulter (died 1918, buried at Prospect Hill Cemetery; Gouy; Aisne; France) and copy of a letter from his mother giving details of her knowledge of the burial.Information about the Poulter family, Greensborough pioneers.2 pages. Copy of Commonwealth War Graves Commission information regarding the burial place of Private James William Poulter and copy of a letter from his mother.james william poulter, poulter, greensborough, war graves -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Poulter Genealogy, 1834o
Information about Susannah Forge (nee Poulter), daughter of Samuel Poulter and Susan Haylock. Includes an article from the Wangaratta Chronicle Feb 13 1901, relating the bushfire at Mrs Forge's property.3 pages. Downloaded from internet site.poulter family, susannah forge -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Poulter Family Tree, 1656o
A handwritten account of the Poulter family tree from 1656. Includes descendants of Samuel Poulter and Susan Haylock.A record of the Poulter family tree. The Poulter family were pioneers in the Greensborough district.Photocopy of 22 handwritten pages. Note attached: "Handwritten by Nellie Poulter. Don't know where she got info from. Someone has done a bit of research!"poulter, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Descendants of John Splatt b.1727, 1727o
Details the descendants of John Splatt (1727-1799). Includes the family lines of Henry Anning Splatt, Henry Bartlett Splatt, Harriet Emma Splatt and Florence Ada Splatt.This document shows the marriages and relationships which connect many of the Greensborough pioneer families and continues this line to the late 20th century.17 pages.splatt family, val wilson, stock, godwill, blackbourn, finn, rolfs, mitchell -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Jolley Family descendants, 1865o
Parts of a longer document on the Jolley family, these pages connect the family to the Greensborough area.3 pages. Part of a longer document. This copy contains pages 6 to 8.jolley family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Gilding Family, 1837o
These emails share information on the Gilding family of Greensborough and include the text of George Gilding's will.7 pages of email transcripts (dated 2006) detailing the Gilding family tree.Some pen inscriptions adding further entries.gilding, george gilding, iredale -
Greensborough Historical Society
Calendar, Diamond Valley Community Support Inc. Annual Report 2011-2012. Calendar. 2013, 2011-2013
The annual report of Diamond Valley Community Support Inc. is presented in a calendar format. In this 2013 edition the calendar is illustrated with photographs of Greensborough pioneer families. The attached Word file contains captions identifying the people in the photographs. Captions by Faye Fort.The annual report is a record of the activities and services of Diamond Valley Community Support Inc.28 pages. Colour and black and white illustration. Annual report in calendar format. Illustrations of Greensborough pioneer families. A handwritten insert identifies the people in the photographs. (Notes by Faye Fort, typed by Merilyn Mullavey 2016, see Word document)diamond valley community support inc. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, They've had to go, 05/08/1980
Tom Skals ran Skals Motors in Main Street Greensborough until it was demolished in 1980 to make way for new development and the widening of Main Street.Photograph and information on Skals Motors and the family's history in the area.Yellowed original news clipping. Text and photograph of Tom and Greg Skals at Skals Motors.skals, skals motors, tom skals, greg skals, main street, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoirs, Jill Durance, Mum's Last Word, 02/10/2009
This was created as a eulogy for Loris Winifred Durance.Loris was a member of the Godber family, her mother was Ivy Partington and her grandmother was Emma Britnell. All these familes were among the early pioneering families of Greensborough.An 8 page A4 black and white document featuring numerous photographs.Nilbritnell, godber, partington, durance -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph, Greensborough Primary School Gr2062 1950 Grade 5, 1950_
The photograph was taken in 1950 and is of Grade 5 at Greensborough State School. It has children from many local families in it, including Shirley Black.The photograph records the children attending the Greensborough Primary school in 1950.A black and white photograph of school children taken in 1950.A list of names in biro on the back of the photograph.greensborough primary school, primary school students, school photographs -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Such is filmmaking, 21/04/2012
A photocopy of a Saturday Age article on a film about the Furphy Brothers and based on a book written by Joseph Furphy in 1903.This family made the iconic Furphy water carts at their Shepparton foundry. A photocopy of a Saturday Age article on a film about the Furphy Brothers.Nilfurphy, shepparton, water carts -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Love was in the air when navigator Bob met Margaret, 18/05/1945
The article is one of series published as part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 program.This article tells the tale of how Bob and Margaret Barling met in England during WW2. Bob was born in Briar Hill and returned there with his bride after the war. They later moved to Montmorency.An A3 article written as part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 Commemoration.Nilww2, australia remembers 1945 - 1995, waaf, raaf, pathfinder squadron, ve day, war brides, barling family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Photograph (copy), Partington and Price family photographs, 1860-1915
Four studio portraits of members of the Partington and Price family: 1] Grandma Gibbs of Kew who was the Grandma of Sarah Jane Gibbs (William Partington's first wife) who in turn was the Grandmother of Eva Partington. 2] Grandma Ellen Partington. Ellen was one of 7 children of Benjamin and Sarah Whatmough. She married Charles Partington and they migrated to Australia in 1857, living at Point Lookout, the Watsonia Toll Gates and Willis Vale. Their children include Prudence, Maria, Charles [Junior]; Ben, Tom, Joe, and Will. 3] Archibald Price of Williamstown and Doris and Ivy Partington. [The Funeral notice for Archibald Price appears in the Williamstown Chronicle Saturday 22 January 1876, page 2]Copy of 4 photographs, sepia studio portraits.partington family, ellen partington, archibald price -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Jessie and Gordon Scholes, 08/03/1954c
Photograph of Jessie and Gordon Scholes of Greensborough. Jessie (nee Partington) was a member of the Partington family, Greensborough pioneers. [Photo possibly taken on 8th March 1954 in acceptance of invitation to meet Queen Elizabeth]Digital copy of black and white photograph.jessie partington, jessie scholes, gordon scholes -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Allan Studios, Gordon and Jessie Scholes wedding [1], 15/03/1935
Jessie Partington and bridesmaid at Jessie's marriage to Gordon Scholes.Jessie was a member of the Partington family, Greensborough pioneers.Digital copy of black and white studio photograph.jessie partington, jessie scholes -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Allan Studios, Jessie and Gordon Scholes wedding [2], 15/03/1935
Photograph of Jessie and Gordon Scholes and bridal party.Jessie Scholes (nee Partington) was a member of this Greensborough pioneer family.Digital copy of black and white studio photograph.jessie scholes, jessie partington, gordon scholes -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Robert Whatmough by Alan Partington, 1960s
A scanned copy of a handwritten manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Robert Whatmough in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.2 pages, handwritten on Victoria Police letterhead.alan partington, robert whatmough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Peter Ruston by Alan Partington, 1960s
A scanned copy of a handwritten manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Peter Ruston in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Ruston, Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.A short history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendent.5 pages, handwritten.peter ruston, peter rustin, alan partington -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Alan Partington, Peter Ruston [2] by Alan Partington, 1960s
A scanned copy of a handwritten manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Peter Ruston in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Ruston, Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.A history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendant.3 pages, handwritten.peter ruston, peter rustin, alan partington -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Ruston Family by Alan Partington, 1960c
A scanned copy of a typed manuscript by Alan Partington. This article outlines the history of Peter Ruston in Greensborough. Alan was a descendent of the Ruston, Whatmough and Partington families, Greensborough pioneers.A history of a Greensborough pioneer written by a descendent.Digital copy of 2 typed pages.peter ruston, peter rustin, alan partington -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Whatmough and Partington families by Alan Partington, 1960s
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Twins tie for first place, 02/09/2015
Greensborough twins from St Mary's Junior Football Club tied to win the Yarra Junior Football League Youth Girls best and fairest.News clipping, black text, colour image.yarra junior football league, st mary's junior football club, mcfawn family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Pride of the nation [Australia Day Awards], 27/01/2016
Beverley Brock received a Medal of the Order of Australia for 25+ years of contributions to the community. Ms Brock received the award for helping young people and families overcome emotional, health, educational, financial and family hurdles. Jennifer Loughman received a Medal of the Order of Australia for her contributions to people with cystic fibrosis and their families.News clipping, black text, colour image.australia day awards, beverley brock, jennifer loughman -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Trio excited for big day [AP5184], 27/01/2016
Greensborough triplets Peter, Christina and Zoe Zougras to start school at Apollo Parkways Primary School in Greensborough.News clipping, black text, colour image.apollo parkways primary school, diamond valley multiple birth association, zougras family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Finding families for felines, 10/02/2016
Greensborough’s Cat Protection Society, established in 1947, called on local animal lovers to house stray cats while the Society prepares for a much needed renovation. News clipping, black text, colour image.cat protection society of victoria -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Family records: various sources, 15/02/1840o
... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Families include: Mayger, Lecky ...Families include: Mayger, Lecky, Britnell, Garthwaite, Green, Beale, Coulstock, Sherwin, Batey, Cobham, Partington, Catchpole, Whatmough.Contains transcript of land ownership in Greensborough area 1840-1906.One page of details transcribed from Land ownership 1840-1906.Land ownership notes are hand written.greensborough -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoir, Life at Alwyn - 1950s and 60s by Faye Fort, 2011
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 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Glimpses of the Past, 18/03/1986
The article was written by Linley Hartley on the reminiscences of Lorraine Coates (nee Poulter) of her life in Greensborough. There are a lot of references to her ancestral families, particularly the Poulters and also the Roys and Hewitts. The article also refers to Lorraine's family activities during World War 2 in Richmond.Poulters, Roys and Hewitts were all local pioneer families.An A3 sized photocopy of a Diamond Valley News story. Includes photograph of Lorraine Coates and two scenes of 'old' Greensborough. Copy 2 of Item 177.Some minor biro marks