Aerial photograph of Deer Park showing intersection of Ballarat Road and Station Road Deer Park State School The Hunt Club lower right Deer Park Engineering and Fire Station centre ICI Housing of 1950s top left Explosives factory top rightdeer park engineering, ballarat road, deer park, aerial photograph

Aerial photograph of ICIANZ Deer Park showing car park in foreground. Factory buildings and explosives magazines in the top left hand cornericianz, deer park, station road, industry

Aerial photograph mounted on card of the ICIANZ Deer Park showing car park in foreground. Factory buildings and explosives magazines in the top left hand cornericianz, deer park

The Half Moon Caravan Park was located at 1–9 Millers Road, Brooklyn, on the corner of Somerville Road. It was established in the 1960s, according to commercial property records but another source states the caravan park was built in 1956, which likely reflects the earliest development of the site before it became widely known as Half Moon. The caravan park closed prior to 2010, when the site was sold and later cleared. When it closed, 73 residents were rehoused through a coordinated effort by Hobsons Bay Council and community agencies. By 2016–2017, the site was being marketed for industrial redevelopment, including a permit for 28 warehouses.half moon caravan park, somerville road, brooklyn

oseph Harrison and his wife Caroline, nee Opie, ran the Hunt Club Hotel 1886-7. Before the present brick hotel was built, they had a hotel on the same site called the Barley Mow Hotel. Their children attended the local school and Joseph was active in community affairs, including the cricket clubthe hunt club hotel, hotel, deer park, ballarat road

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This 1990 photograph captures a joyful scene of children playing in the park during their end-of-year Christmas party, reflecting Jacana Primary School’s dedication to celebration, inclusion, and creating lasting memories for its students. As a visual record of a cherished school event, it preserves the warmth of community spirit and togetherness from a time when the school was a vibrant hub of local life. Although Jacana Primary has since closed, the image remains a poignant historical artifact—evoking fond memories and underscoring the enduring influence of school traditions on generations of students and families.This photograph, taken in 1990, holds historical and cultural significance as a visual record of Jacana Primary School’s end-of-year Christmas celebration. It captures a moment of joy and community among students, reflecting the school’s commitment to fostering inclusion, celebration, and meaningful experiences. The image embodies the spirit of togetherness that defined Jacana Primary’s role as a central institution in the local community. Although the school no longer exists, the photograph serves as a valuable artifact that preserves the legacy of its traditions and the lasting impact they had on generations of students and families. It stands as a testament to the importance of school life in shaping collective memory and community identity.A glossy colour photograph portrait formatPH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, jacana, education

This photograph, taken during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, documents a festive end-of-year gathering believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir, a well-known recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image shows children and families enjoying a relaxed day outdoors, reflecting the school’s commitment to fostering community spirit and inclusive celebration. Events like this picnic were a hallmark of Jacana Primary’s approach to education, which extended beyond the classroom to embrace social and cultural development. The presence of informal play highlights the joyful atmosphere typical of school-organised holiday events during this period. Greenvale Reservoir, with its open spaces and family-friendly amenities, provided an ideal setting for such communal activities. As part of the school’s visual archive, this photograph offers valuable insight into the traditions and social fabric of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s. It illustrates how schools like Jacana Primary served as important community hubs, using shared experiences to strengthen bonds among students, families, and staff.This photograph holds historical and cultural significance as a visual record of Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir. It captures a moment of communal celebration, reflecting the values and traditions of suburban school life in Melbourne’s northern suburbs during the late 20th century. The image is significant for its representation of end-of-year school events that fostered social cohesion, family involvement, and student well-being. It illustrates the role of Jacana Primary School not only as an educational institution but also as a community hub that supported inclusive and festive gatherings. The presence of children at play, in the natural park setting collectively convey the spirit of the time and place. As part of the school’s visual heritage, this photograph contributes to a broader understanding of how public education in Victoria supported community identity and cultural continuity. It is a valuable artefact for interpreting the lived experiences of students, families, and educators in the early 1990s. A glossy colour photograph in landscape formatPH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, jacana, education

This photograph, taken during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, captures a dynamic moment of outdoor play, likely held at Greenvale Reservoir—a popular recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image shows an adult mid-kick, sending a football into the air, while other children look on or participate in the activity. The open grassy field and surrounding trees reflect the relaxed, natural setting typical of school-organised community events of the time. Such gatherings were a key part of Jacana Primary School’s end-of-year traditions, designed to celebrate the festive season and foster a sense of belonging among students, families, and staff. The inclusion of informal sports and games highlights the school’s emphasis on physical activity, social interaction, and inclusive celebration. As part of the school’s visual archive, this photograph offers insight into the recreational culture of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s. It illustrates how schools used public spaces like Greenvale Reservoir to create memorable experiences that strengthened community ties and enriched student life beyond the classroom.This photograph is a significant visual record of Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir, a well-known recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. It captures a lively moment of outdoor play, with an adult mid-kick sending a football into the air, surrounded by peers in a relaxed park setting. The image reflects the school’s commitment to fostering student well-being through physical activity and informal social interaction. Events like this picnic were central to Jacana Primary’s end-of-year traditions, promoting community spirit and inclusive celebration among students, families, and staff. As part of the school’s visual archive, this photograph contributes to a broader understanding of how public education in Victoria supported holistic development and community engagement. It stands as a testament to the enduring value of shared experiences in shaping school culture and the social fabric of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s.A glossy colour photograph portrait formatPH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, jacana, education

Deer Park State School 1434 in 1932|L to R Rear Mr Keith Shea Ron Brown Alan Thomas Lindsay OBrien Wally OBrien Clarrie Foley Frank Thomas|L to R 2nd Row Allan Govett Charles Tebbs Dave Ure Ted Newman Wallace Hunter Norm Thomas Albert Wilson Lyle Richardson Mr McKernan|L to R 3rd Row Jean Wilson Kitty Salmond Mary OBrien Alma Hunter Ruth Moseley Ella McLeod Jean Foley Jean Vincent Dorothy Sassella Ivy Foley Joyce Beaver Jean Moseley|L to R kneeling or sitting William Barry Jock Fisher Mabel Barry George Wilson Gina Thomas Joyce OBrien Mary Richardson Alex Salmond Bob Foley Ron Brown Keith Brown Tony Sassella Ken Brown Alex OBrien Lester Moseley Maurie Hunterdeer park state school, state school, ballarat road, deer park, class photograph

Deer Park Engineering Pty Ltd was a heavy‑engineering firm located at 800 Ballarat Road, Deer Park, Victoria. The company specialised in heavy engineering and fabrication, for example cranes for the Melbourne Docks. The company was founded by John Ure in 1942, as a heavy engineering and machinery manufacturing company.These photographs capture the size of some the company's heavy engineering projects. In this case, this beam was part of Melbourne Port Swanson Dock No 2 Container Crane. The Melbourne’s No. 2 Container Crane is one of the early ship‑to‑shore (STS) container cranes installed at Swanson Dock in the early 1970s, shortly after the port opened for containerisation in 1969–1970. These cranes were among the first in Australia and were essential to the launch of container shipping in Melbourne.deer park engineering, ballarat road, deer park, john ure

The Hunt Club Hotel (Now The Hunt Club and Community Arts Centre) and the Deer Park Reserve (Now John McLeod Reserve) are two of Deer Park's iconic places, both having long history with the district. This picture shows when The Club Hotel was a standalone building with the former stables out back. The building to the right and the caretaker's house at the rear were built by ICI C1932. The original Deer Park Football Club rooms bottom right, the football ground and tennis courts were built by ICI for its employees.This picture shows when both The Club Hotel and the ICI C1932 extension were standalone buildings prior to the laboratory being built between the two that ultimately joined them together.The Hunt Club And John McLeod Reserve Deer Park 1938 Photo 01.jpgballarat road, deer park, the hunt club hotel, john mcleod reserve, deer park football ground, the hunt club and community arts centre, deer park reserve

The I.C.I. Nitrocellulose Plant on Station Road, Deer Park was part of the ICI Leathercloth Factory, a major industrial complex producing nitrocellulose‑based coated fabrics “Leathercloth”. It operated as a specialised chemical works linked to explosives, aircraft fabric coatings, and waterproof materials. Nitrocellulose (guncotton reacted with nitric acid) was one of the earliest multi‑use synthetic materials. It was used for Explosives (historical origin of the Deer Park site), Aircraft fabric dope (WWI–WWII aviation coatings), Waterproof cloth and coated textiles and Leathercloth (ICI’s trade name for nitrocellulose‑coated fabric used in cars, furniture, bags, and industrial goods). The Station Road plant specialised in the nitrocellulose coating and finishing processes, not explosives manufacture.The history of the Nitrocellulose Plant is tightly connected to the evolution of the Deer Park explosives precinct and the wider ICI industrial township.I.C.I. Nitrocellulose Plant Station Road Deer Park 893.1i.c.i., station road, deer park

A formal, concrete constructed swimming pool was built in the north‑east corner of Sassella Park, Station Road, Deer Park. Sassella Park itself was established in 1929 as a major sports ground for the district In 1972, the pool was ordered to close due to major leaks in the structure. The closure sparked significant community protest, with strong support from local residents and several councillors who wanted a new pool built on the same site. Despite the campaign, the government instead built a new pool at Taylors Road, Keilor Downs, not Deer Park. The old Deer Park pool was demolished, and the site is now used as overflow parking for events at Sassella Park.People in empty swimming pool Deer Park Swimming Pooldeer park swimming pool, sassella park, station road, deer park

Donald Clark Collection. Two copies of a colour photograph depicting a Memorial Park in Tarnagulla. Original photograph.

Photograph Station Road and Ballarat Road Intersection including Railway Station in background Leathercloth Factory Houses in Ballarat Road and Station Road|Photograph Station Road and Ballarat Road Intersection including Railway Station in background Leathercloth Factory Houses in Ballarat Road and Station Road and Deer Park Football Oval|Photograph Leathercloth Factory Houses in Ballarat Road The Hunt Club and Deer Park Football Oval|Photograph ICI and Kororoit Creek and Deer Park Hoteldeer park, aerial photograph

A colour photograph of Howen Park.A colour photograph of Howen Park.howen park, photograph

A colour photograph of the entrance to the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph of the entrance to the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph of the entrance to the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph of the entrance to the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph of the entrance to the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph of the entrance to the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph

A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.A colour photograph taken at the Marysville Caravan Park.marysville, victoria, australia, marysville caravan park, photograph