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Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Nunawading Community Garden
... Nunawading Community Garden...nunawading community garden... at the Nunawading Community Gardens in Jolimont Road, Forest Hill c1980... at the Nunawading Community Gardens in Jolimont Road, Forest Hill c1980 ...Coloured photograph of gardener attending his plot at the Nunawading Community Gardens in Jolimont Road, Forest Hill c1980. the gardens were opened in 1977community gardens, city of nunawading, nunawading community garden, parks and reserves -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Nunawading Community Garden
... Nunawading Community Garden...nunawading community garden...Black and white photograph of the Nunawading Community... Garden Black and white photograph of the Nunawading Community ...Black and white photograph of the Nunawading Community Garden in Jolimont Road, Forest Hill established in October 1977. This photo would have been taken 1977-78community gardens, city of nunawading, nunawading community garden, parks and reserves -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Nunawading Community Garden
... Nunawading Community Garden...nunawading community garden...Black and white photograph of the Nunawading Community... Garden Black and white photograph of the Nunawading Community ...Black and white photograph of the Nunawading Community Gardens in Jolimont Road, Forest Hill established in October 1977. this photo would have been taken in 1977-78community gardens, city of nunawading, nunawading community garden, parks and reserves -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Slaters Reserve - Community Garden, 1/08/2009
... Slaters Reserve - Community Garden... Garden to the north of the Stadium. This was the second Community... - Community Garden Coloured Photograph of the City of Whitehorse ...See the following relating Slater & the Reserve NP2000, 3558, 4396, 5141 & 5824.Coloured Photograph of the City of Whitehorse Community Garden to the north of the Stadium. This was the second Community Garden in this City established by the former City of Nunawading. The Community Garden in Jolimont Road Nunawading was the first garden established. It was also the first Community Garden established in Australia.slaters reserve, stadium, basketball, community gardens -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Bus tour itinerary 2012, 1/03/2012 12:00:00 AM
... community garden... incl. Community Gardens, Tally Ho Boys Home, Rifle Range... Week 2012: incl. Community Gardens, Tally Ho Boys Home, Rifle...: incl. Community Gardens, Tally Ho Boys Home, Rifle Range ...Proposed itinerary for tour of Whitehorse during Heritage Week 2012:Proposed itinerary for tour of Whitehorse during Heritage Week 2012: incl. Community Gardens, Tally Ho Boys Home, Rifle Range, Doncaster orchards and Morack Golf Course. The tour did not eventuate.Proposed itinerary for tour of Whitehorse during Heritage Week 2012:heritage week 2012, community garden, rifle range, doncaster orchards -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of San Remo Community Gardeners
... Black and White group photograph of the San Remo Community... on reverse 'San Remo Community Gardeners'... Community Gardeners Photograph Black and White group photograph ...Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the nineteenth century. This series provides an insight into the early days of Churchill Island as a Conservation site.Black and White group photograph of the San Remo Community Gardeners, taken from the eastern side of the Rogers Cottage among a tiered garden.Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. Handwritten on reverse 'San Remo Community Gardeners'churchill island -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Reserve balance is right: residents, 2014
... of Healesville Freeway Reserve. The Nunawading Community Gardens... of Healesville Freeway Reserve. The Nunawading Community Gardens... of Healesville Freeway Reserve. The Nunawading Community Gardens ...Open space and housing balance proposed by the Whitehorse Council.Open space and housing balance proposed by the Whitehorse Council has been approved by many residents and Friends of Healesville Freeway Reserve. The Nunawading Community Gardens will be retained.Open space and housing balance proposed by the Whitehorse Council. nunawading community gardens, friends of healesville freeway reserve, makhijani, anne, healesville freeway reserve, vicroads, city of whitehorse -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of group of people
... churchill island community garden group...CHURCHILL ISLAND COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUP/BACK ROW L-R)/BILL... CHURCHILL ISLAND COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUP/BACK ROW L-R)/BILL NOLAN ...Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large collection of photographs. This series shows different community groups that were associated with Churchill Island throughout the decades.Photograph of eleven people arranged in two rows in a garden with planters and pots in the backgroundCHURCHILL ISLAND COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUP/BACK ROW L-R)/BILL NOLAN, SUE NOLAN, BART ZATTERESE,/JOHN BLACKNEY, ELIZABETH TOPLIFF, AILEEN BIRRELL/FRONT: HARVEY LOWENSTEIN, DOUG CARSON, ZENA ARCHIBALD/+ MITCHELL. JUDY ELLEID(?)[handwritten in blue pen] M POTS [handwritten in blue pen] 125% [handwritten in black pen] A10b[handwritten in black pen] 180 140 10.5[handwritten in blue pen]churchill island, photograph, churchill island community garden group -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Nunawading Community Gardens
... Coloured photo of Nunawading Community Gardens.... Gardens Coloured photo of Nunawading Community Gardens. Nunawading ...Coloured photo of Nunawading Community Gardens.nunawading community gardens -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Nunawading Community Gardens
... Coloured photo of Nunawading Community Gardens.... Gardens Coloured photo of Nunawading Community Gardens. Community ...Coloured photo of Nunawading Community Gardens.community gardens, nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Gardens that nourish a community, 1995
... Nunawading Community Gardens celebrate their 18th birthday... Mitcham melbourne Article Article Gardens that nourish a community ...Nunawading Community Gardens celebrate their 18th birthday - history of the gardens is outlinedNunawading Community Gardens celebrate their 18th birthday - history of the gardens is outlinedNunawading Community Gardens celebrate their 18th birthday - history of the gardens is outlinedcity of nunawading, nunawading community gardens, oakley, gavan, rackham, margaret, reid, wendy, ward, phyl -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Nunawading parks and recreation information, c1982
... Horticultural Centre and the Community Gardens Cooperative.... the Nunawading Horticultural Centre and the Community Gardens Cooperative ...History, plans and leaflet concerning the Nunawading Horticultural Centre and the Community Gardens Cooperative.History, plans and leaflet concerning the Nunawading Horticultural Centre and the Community Gardens Cooperative.History, plans and leaflet concerning the Nunawading Horticultural Centre and the Community Gardens Cooperative.city of nunawading, horticultural centre, forest hill, nunawading community gardens -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Nunawading Community Gardens, 2002
... History of community gardens in the area from October 1977... Mitcham melbourne Pamphlet Pamphlet Nunawading Community Gardens ...History of community gardens in the area from October 1977-October 2002.History of community gardens in the area from October 1977-October 2002. 25 years souvenir bookletHistory of community gardens in the area from October 1977-October 2002. community gardens, nunawading community gardens, oakley, gavan, horticultural centre forest hill, rackham, margaret -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Nunawading Community Gardens, 18/08/1977 12:00:00 AM
... Receipt for membership fees for Nunawading Community... Mitcham melbourne Document Document Nunawading Community Gardens ...Physical description Receipt for membership fees for Nunawading Community Gardens received from J. Brandenburg, the first foundation member of the organisation.Receipt for membership fees for Nunawading Community Gardens received from J. Brandenburg, the first foundation member of the organisation.Physical description Receipt for membership fees for Nunawading Community Gardens received from J. Brandenburg, the first foundation member of the organisation.nunawading community gardens, brandenburg, john p -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of group of people
... churchill island community garden group... in the background. GARDEN GROUP AFTER/A MORNING IN THE/HERB GARDEN ...Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large collection of photographs. This series shows different community groups that were associated with Churchill Island throughout the decades.Photograph of fourteen people seated around two wooden picnic tables placed in the Churchill Island precinct between Rogers Cottages and the bathrooms. Amess Barn is visible in the background.GARDEN GROUP AFTER/A MORNING IN THE/HERB GARDEN [handwritten on reverse in blue pen] [catalogue number written on reverse in pencil]churchill island, photograph, churchill island community garden group -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Document - St. Anthony’s School, Glen Huntly
... Community Garden... School Advertisement Newspaper Teacher Community Garden Rawson ...This file Contains three items from the Caulfield Leader. Two enrolment advertisements dated 08/03/2011 and 06/03/2012 for St. Anthony’s School Glenhuntly – includes facilities and programs. A newspaper cutting dated 29/03/2011 – includes photograph with caption from St. Anthony’s School re a vegetable garden project.st. anthony’s school glenhuntly, catholic school, primary school, advertisement, newspaper, teacher, community garden, rawson jordan, oakleigh south bunnings, little veggie patch, bendigo community bank caulfield -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Nunawading Community Gardens, 25 years, 1/10/2002 12:00:00 AM
... - October 2002) of the Nunawading Community Gardens. Gives history... Mitcham melbourne Pamphlet Pamphlet Nunawading Community Gardens ...Souvenir booklet issued to celebrate 25 years (October 1977 - October 2002) of the Nunawading Community Gardens.Souvenir booklet issued to celebrate 25 years (October 1977 - October 2002) of the Nunawading Community Gardens. Gives history of gardens and names of current plot holders.Souvenir booklet issued to celebrate 25 years (October 1977 - October 2002) of the Nunawading Community Gardens. nunawading community gardens, souvenier booklet -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Growing Great, 1985
... Nunawading Community Gardens Co-operative was formed... Community Gardens Co-operative was formed in 1977, the first of its ...Nunawading Community Gardens Co-operative was formed in 1977.Nunawading Community Gardens Co-operative was formed in 1977, the first of its kind in Australia. There are now three locations in Nunawading where people enjoy gardening in a community setting.Nunawading Community Gardens Co-operative was formed in 1977. nunawading community gardens, unique -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, 30 year history of the Whitehorse Community Gardens, 2007
... The story of the first community gardens in Australia... of the Whitehorse Community Gardens The story of the first community gardens ...The story of the first community gardens in Australia in Jolimont Road, Vermont, told by an original plot holder, Margaret Rackham.The story of the first community gardens in Australia in Jolimont Road, Vermont, told by an original plot holder, Margaret Rackham. Talk given to Whitehorse Historical Society 10 Feb 2007. Tape at NP 3362.The story of the first community gardens in Australia in Jolimont Road, Vermont, told by an original plot holder, Margaret Rackham. whitehorse community gardens, oakley, gavan, brandenburg, john p, heinze, kevin -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Group Garden Turfed Out, 1992
... Residential Centre has forced one of Nunawading's Community Gardens... Centre has forced one of Nunawading's Community Gardens out ...The proposed Government sale of part of Nunawading Youth Residential Centre has forced one of Nunawading's Community Gardens out of its home.The proposed Government sale of part of Nunawading Youth Residential Centre has forced one of Nunawading's Community Gardens out of its home. The families involved are very upset, but the Council has no formal agreement with the Government over the use of the land.The proposed Government sale of part of Nunawading Youth Residential Centre has forced one of Nunawading's Community Gardens out of its home. community gardens, nunawading youth residential centre, community services victoria, nunawading community gardens -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Ringwood Skatepark, Bedford Park, Ringwood, c.1985, 1985c
... Now a community garden, a new skatepark has been developed... a community garden, a new skatepark has been developed in Staley ...Now a community garden, a new skatepark has been developed in Staley Gardens.Roll of 35mm colour negative film, 2 stripsFuji 100bedford park, ringwood skatepark, skate park -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Ringwood Skatepark, Bedford Park, Ringwood, c.1985, 1985c
... Now a community garden, a new skatepark has been developed... a community garden, a new skatepark has been developed in Staley ...Now a community garden, a new skatepark has been developed in Staley Gardens.Roll of 35mm colour negative film, 2 stripsFuji 100bedford park, ringwood skatepark, skate park -
Brighton Historical Society
Dress
... . The RAW community garden unites women from all cultures through.... The RAW community garden unites women from all cultures through ...This dress belonged to Brighton woman Mariam Issa, an author, public speaker and co-founder with Katharina Kons of the nonprofit organisation Resilient Aspiring Women (RAW). Born in Somalia, Mariam and her family arrived in Australia as refugees in 1998. Seeking to bring women together and foster connections, in 2012 Mariam opened her Brighton backyard to the community. The RAW community garden unites women from all cultures through gardening, food and storytelling.Long loose kaftan-style dress, turquoise cotton with black, brown and cream embroidery around neck and shoulders, depicting large brown flowers surrounded by swirling cream border. Round neck and short, loose sleeves.mariam issa, migration, somalia, resilient aspiring women -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Booklet, Impact Printing (Vic.) Pty. Ltd, City of Ringwood 1987 Community Information Guide, 1987
... . (Bottom row) Lawn Bowls, Bike Path, Community Garden. Also... at Ringwood Lake. (Bottom row) Lawn Bowls, Bike Path, Community Garden ...Community information booklet issued by City of Ringwood for 1987 - covering the facilities and activities of the Ringwood Council and other local organisations and associations. Cover photograph: Ringwood Aquatic Centre at night. Middle page photographs: (from top L-R) Putting at Golf Course, Reclaimation work Mullum Mullum Creek, Poppett Head rear of Ringwood Lake, Wattle in bloom. (Middle row) Aquatic Centre Toddlers Pool, Fern Gallery at Lake, Aquatic Centre Diving Tank, Wedding at Ringwood Lake. (Bottom row) Lawn Bowls, Bike Path, Community Garden. Also includes lift-out City of Ringwood map.CONTENTS: (page no.) After School Care Programme 29 Aquatic Centre 12 & 13 Building Information 19 By-Law and Traffic Regulations 21 Chief Executive Message 10 Children's Services 28 Churches 40 Civic Centre 4 Committees of Council 5 Community Plan 11 Community Services 37 - 59 Construction Work 26 Council Elections 19 Council Meeting Dates 4 Council Representatives 8 Councillors 6 & 7 Disabled Persons Facilities 43 Domiciliary Care 30 Emergency Telephone Nos. 62 Family Day Care 28 Finances 16 Garbage 36 Golf Course 23 Health 25 Home Help 31 Immunisations 24 Incinerators 20 Infant Welfare Centres 45 Joint Use Facilities 35 Knaith Road Child Care Centre 28 & 29 Local Area Traffic Management 18 Management Executive 11 Mayoral Message – Cr. Lillian Rosewarne, J.P. 3 Meals on Wheels 30 Members of Parliament 9 Parks 23 Playgroups 53 Pre-Schools 53 Rates 17 Recycling 35 & 36 Ringwood By-Pass Road 15 Ringwood Convention and Performing Arts Centre 34 Ringwood District Centre 14 Schools 52 Swimming Pool - See Aquatic Centre 12 & 13 Town Planning 19 Vandalism 27 rinx -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Matilda L.Thompson (Tilly) nee Clennell, A Life of Service, 6/2009
... be remembered for her service to the Ballarat community. Her Memorial...Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group George ...Tilly Thompson, as she was usually known, will always be remembered for her service to the Ballarat community. Her Memorial Garden in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens is testimony to her substantial contribution. Tilly Thompson was an active member in charities in Ballarat and is closely associated with the Avenue of Honour and the Arch of Victory. 1 page and 2/3 printed. John Garner's name at the end of the article.None.matilda l. thompson, tilly thompson, tilly thompson garden, lucas factory, avenue of honour, arch of victory, tom toop curator, john garner collection, doctor john garner, ballarat botanical gardens, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, jubilee church, ballarat old cemetery, gardens, ballarat -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Black and white, 5 January 1984
... gardening community. The market gardens, farms and paddocks have... gardening community. The market gardens, farms and paddocks have ...Cheltenham and Heatherton are suburbs in the City of Kingston that were originally established as a rural market gardening community. The market gardens, farms and paddocks have gradually been sub-divided into housing and industrial estates and associated infrastructure such as schools and shopping facilities. This aerial image covers a diverse section of the City of Kingston, taking in the suburbs of Cheltenham, Heatherton, Mentone and Parkdale. By 1984, the market gardens of the district have been replaced by housing and factories. The Nylex factory is visible and now closed. Mentone Bowl on the corner of Warrigal Road and Nepean Highway has now been replaced by high rise apartments, another feature of the changing landscape in the City of Kingston. The vacant land now occupied by the Moorabbin Airport Direct factory Outlet (DFO) is also depicted.Aerial photograph of Cheltenham, Heatherton, Mentone and Parkdale within the City of Kingston. The area depicted in the 1984 aerial view includes Centre Dandenong Road and Cheltenham East Primary School (top left), Kingston Heath Reserve (top right), intersection of Lower Dandenong Road, Warrigal Road, Balcombe Road and Nepean Highway (bottom left), Balmoral Drive/McSwain Street Parkdale (bottom right).White text: 3831-179 Lens information [indecipherable] RINGWOOD M/S 7922-3 RUN 16 [Clockface image] 5,300' ASL VIC DLS© 5-1-84cheltenham, heatherton, mentone, parkdale, market gardens, urbanisation -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Hans Gregory, Original 1860s William West house, Fabbro's Farm, Falkiner Street, Eltham, c.1990
... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. ... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight ...Photos taken by Hans Gregory who along with partner Pauline Steele, rented the original old 1860s William West Cottage situated behind the Fabbro family home. Hans was employed as a Youth officer with the Shire of Eltham at the time and was the last tennant on the property. The property was sold and in 1995 was developed for residential housing as the Riverview Park estate. Guido Quarto Fabbro was born 21 August 1891 at Treppo Grande in the far northeast of Italy, the son of Giacomo Fabbro and Anna Geruzzi. Regina Moretti was born 6 March 1893 at Treppo Grande, Italy, the daughter of Giovanni Battista Moretti and Maria Teresa Coletti. Guido and Regina married about 1917 and they had two sons, Giacomo (John c.1918) and Maurie (c.1920). In 1925 Guido Fabbro departed his homeland from Genoa, arriving in Fremantle, Western Australia in June, travelling 3rd class aboard the ship, Caprera. Regina and their two boys followed a year later along with other family members arriving in Fremantle from Genoa 4 July 1926 aboard the Moncalieri. The Fabbros arrived in Eltham in 1933 and purchased a block of land from William West on the western side of Falkiner Street, extending to Ely and Porter Streets which had formerly been part of the West family orchard and dairy farm. As there was no fencing dividing the two properties, West served notice on Guido in December 1934 to bear half of the cost of £6. When payment was not forthcoming, West sued Guido in the Eltham Court in January 1935. Guido failed to appear and was not represented, and costs were ordered in West’s favour. Guido and Regina built a large Italianesque house on their property. The original 1860s cottage was relocated to the back of the block and was rented out (once to Alistair and Margot Knox). Guido also purchased land extending to the Diamond Creek on the eastern side of Falkiner Street and on the eastern side of Bell Street (opposite Eltham High School). The riparian soil was suitable for market gardening: Guido grew mainly tomatoes, but also pumpkins, cauliflowers, cabbages, peas, beans, lettuce, beetroot and zucchinis. Even the land surrounding the house was used. The produce was carted to Melbourne overnight for sale at the market. Guido died in 1970 and is buried in Eltham cemetery. Regina died 1986. She and their son John Patrick (Giacomo) Fabbro who died in 1984 are also buried at Eltham Cemetery. Guido’s son Maurie continued in his father’s footsteps until 2007, principally growing artichokes in later years. He died in 2009. The land on the eastern side of Falkiner Street now forms part of a Council reserve called “Barak Bushland”, the land on the western side having been sold off for residential subdivision. The Bell Street land is now public open space managed by Nillumbik Shire Council and called “Fabbro Fields”. There have been recent proposals to develop the site for sporting purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight into early settler's farmhouses and farming property of the Eltham district.guido quarto fabbro, regina fabbro (nee moretti), william west, maurie fabbro, fabbro's farm, hans gregory, west family orchard, west dairy farm -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Hans Gregory, Original 1860s William West house, Fabbro's Farm, Falkiner Street, Eltham, c.1990
... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. ... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight ...Photos taken by Hans Gregory who along with partner Pauline Steele, rented the original old 1860s William West Cottage situated behind the Fabbro family home. Hans was employed as a Youth officer with the Shire of Eltham at the time and was the last tennant on the property. The property was sold and in 1995 was developed for residential housing as the Riverview Park estate. Guido Quarto Fabbro was born 21 August 1891 at Treppo Grande in the far northeast of Italy, the son of Giacomo Fabbro and Anna Geruzzi. Regina Moretti was born 6 March 1893 at Treppo Grande, Italy, the daughter of Giovanni Battista Moretti and Maria Teresa Coletti. Guido and Regina married about 1917 and they had two sons, Giacomo (John c.1918) and Maurie (c.1920). In 1925 Guido Fabbro departed his homeland from Genoa, arriving in Fremantle, Western Australia in June, travelling 3rd class aboard the ship, Caprera. Regina and their two boys followed a year later along with other family members arriving in Fremantle from Genoa 4 July 1926 aboard the Moncalieri. The Fabbros arrived in Eltham in 1933 and purchased a block of land from William West on the western side of Falkiner Street, extending to Ely and Porter Streets which had formerly been part of the West family orchard and dairy farm. As there was no fencing dividing the two properties, West served notice on Guido in December 1934 to bear half of the cost of £6. When payment was not forthcoming, West sued Guido in the Eltham Court in January 1935. Guido failed to appear and was not represented, and costs were ordered in West’s favour. Guido and Regina built a large Italianesque house on their property. The original 1860s cottage was relocated to the back of the block and was rented out (once to Alistair and Margot Knox). Guido also purchased land extending to the Diamond Creek on the eastern side of Falkiner Street and on the eastern side of Bell Street (opposite Eltham High School). The riparian soil was suitable for market gardening: Guido grew mainly tomatoes, but also pumpkins, cauliflowers, cabbages, peas, beans, lettuce, beetroot and zucchinis. Even the land surrounding the house was used. The produce was carted to Melbourne overnight for sale at the market. Guido died in 1970 and is buried in Eltham cemetery. Regina died 1986. She and their son John Patrick (Giacomo) Fabbro who died in 1984 are also buried at Eltham Cemetery. Guido’s son Maurie continued in his father’s footsteps until 2007, principally growing artichokes in later years. He died in 2009. The land on the eastern side of Falkiner Street now forms part of a Council reserve called “Barak Bushland”, the land on the western side having been sold off for residential subdivision. The Bell Street land is now public open space managed by Nillumbik Shire Council and called “Fabbro Fields”. There have been recent proposals to develop the site for sporting purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight into early settler's farmhouses and farming property of the Eltham district.guido quarto fabbro, regina fabbro (nee moretti), william west, maurie fabbro, fabbro's farm, hans gregory, west family orchard, west dairy farm -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Hans Gregory, Original 1860s William West house, Fabbro's Farm, Falkiner Street, Eltham, c.1990
... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. ... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight ...Photos taken by Hans Gregory who along with partner Pauline Steele, rented the original old 1860s William West Cottage situated behind the Fabbro family home. Hans was employed as a Youth officer with the Shire of Eltham at the time and was the last tennant on the property. The property was sold and in 1995 was developed for residential housing as the Riverview Park estate. Guido Quarto Fabbro was born 21 August 1891 at Treppo Grande in the far northeast of Italy, the son of Giacomo Fabbro and Anna Geruzzi. Regina Moretti was born 6 March 1893 at Treppo Grande, Italy, the daughter of Giovanni Battista Moretti and Maria Teresa Coletti. Guido and Regina married about 1917 and they had two sons, Giacomo (John c.1918) and Maurie (c.1920). In 1925 Guido Fabbro departed his homeland from Genoa, arriving in Fremantle, Western Australia in June, travelling 3rd class aboard the ship, Caprera. Regina and their two boys followed a year later along with other family members arriving in Fremantle from Genoa 4 July 1926 aboard the Moncalieri. The Fabbros arrived in Eltham in 1933 and purchased a block of land from William West on the western side of Falkiner Street, extending to Ely and Porter Streets which had formerly been part of the West family orchard and dairy farm. As there was no fencing dividing the two properties, West served notice on Guido in December 1934 to bear half of the cost of £6. When payment was not forthcoming, West sued Guido in the Eltham Court in January 1935. Guido failed to appear and was not represented, and costs were ordered in West’s favour. Guido and Regina built a large Italianesque house on their property. The original 1860s cottage was relocated to the back of the block and was rented out (once to Alistair and Margot Knox). Guido also purchased land extending to the Diamond Creek on the eastern side of Falkiner Street and on the eastern side of Bell Street (opposite Eltham High School). The riparian soil was suitable for market gardening: Guido grew mainly tomatoes, but also pumpkins, cauliflowers, cabbages, peas, beans, lettuce, beetroot and zucchinis. Even the land surrounding the house was used. The produce was carted to Melbourne overnight for sale at the market. Guido died in 1970 and is buried in Eltham cemetery. Regina died 1986. She and their son John Patrick (Giacomo) Fabbro who died in 1984 are also buried at Eltham Cemetery. Guido’s son Maurie continued in his father’s footsteps until 2007, principally growing artichokes in later years. He died in 2009. The land on the eastern side of Falkiner Street now forms part of a Council reserve called “Barak Bushland”, the land on the western side having been sold off for residential subdivision. The Bell Street land is now public open space managed by Nillumbik Shire Council and called “Fabbro Fields”. There have been recent proposals to develop the site for sporting purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight into early settler's farmhouses and farming property of the Eltham district.guido quarto fabbro, regina fabbro (nee moretti), william west, maurie fabbro, fabbro's farm, hans gregory, west family orchard, west dairy farm -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Hans Gregory, Original 1860s William West house, Fabbro's Farm, Falkiner Street, Eltham, c.1990
... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. ... purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight ...Photos taken by Hans Gregory who along with partner Pauline Steele, rented the original old 1860s William West Cottage situated behind the Fabbro family home. Hans was employed as a Youth officer with the Shire of Eltham at the time and was the last tennant on the property. The property was sold and in 1995 was developed for residential housing as the Riverview Park estate. Guido Quarto Fabbro was born 21 August 1891 at Treppo Grande in the far northeast of Italy, the son of Giacomo Fabbro and Anna Geruzzi. Regina Moretti was born 6 March 1893 at Treppo Grande, Italy, the daughter of Giovanni Battista Moretti and Maria Teresa Coletti. Guido and Regina married about 1917 and they had two sons, Giacomo (John c.1918) and Maurie (c.1920). In 1925 Guido Fabbro departed his homeland from Genoa, arriving in Fremantle, Western Australia in June, travelling 3rd class aboard the ship, Caprera. Regina and their two boys followed a year later along with other family members arriving in Fremantle from Genoa 4 July 1926 aboard the Moncalieri. The Fabbros arrived in Eltham in 1933 and purchased a block of land from William West on the western side of Falkiner Street, extending to Ely and Porter Streets which had formerly been part of the West family orchard and dairy farm. As there was no fencing dividing the two properties, West served notice on Guido in December 1934 to bear half of the cost of £6. When payment was not forthcoming, West sued Guido in the Eltham Court in January 1935. Guido failed to appear and was not represented, and costs were ordered in West’s favour. Guido and Regina built a large Italianesque house on their property. The original 1860s cottage was relocated to the back of the block and was rented out (once to Alistair and Margot Knox). Guido also purchased land extending to the Diamond Creek on the eastern side of Falkiner Street and on the eastern side of Bell Street (opposite Eltham High School). The riparian soil was suitable for market gardening: Guido grew mainly tomatoes, but also pumpkins, cauliflowers, cabbages, peas, beans, lettuce, beetroot and zucchinis. Even the land surrounding the house was used. The produce was carted to Melbourne overnight for sale at the market. Guido died in 1970 and is buried in Eltham cemetery. Regina died 1986. She and their son John Patrick (Giacomo) Fabbro who died in 1984 are also buried at Eltham Cemetery. Guido’s son Maurie continued in his father’s footsteps until 2007, principally growing artichokes in later years. He died in 2009. The land on the eastern side of Falkiner Street now forms part of a Council reserve called “Barak Bushland”, the land on the western side having been sold off for residential subdivision. The Bell Street land is now public open space managed by Nillumbik Shire Council and called “Fabbro Fields”. There have been recent proposals to develop the site for sporting purposes or as a dog park or community garden. Provides an insight into early settler's farmhouses and farming property of the Eltham district.guido quarto fabbro, regina fabbro (nee moretti), william west, maurie fabbro, fabbro's farm, hans gregory, west family orchard, west dairy farm