This archaeological survey of th Plenty Valley was conducted by Isabel Ellender in 1989 for the Ministry of Planning and Environment. The area studied is north of Greensborough to Whittlesea. A number of Aboriginal sites were identified and recommendations made for the future.103 p., illus., maps. Plastic spiral binding.plenty river, aboriginal heritage sites

This archaeological survey of the Plenty Valley was conducted by Isabel Ellender in 1991 for the Board of Works (Melbourne Water), in particular the Plenty Gorge Metropolitan Park. The area studied is north of Greensborough to Whittlesea. A number of Aboriginal sites were identified and recommendations made for the future.67 p., illus., maps. Plastic spiral binding.plenty river, aboriginal heritage sites, plenty gorge metropolitan park

A study was conducted to locate a number of Aboriginal sites in Sunbury in the 1980s. This study took place as a result of the expanding development on Sunbury's outskirts.A black and white aerial view of one of the Aboriginal ring sites in Sunburyaboriginal sites, aboriginal rings, george evans collection

A number of photographs were taken to record the various aboriginal sites around Sunbury.View of one of the aboriginal sites in Sunbury. The sky is grey and the hillside are golden brown.sunbury, aborigines, sacred sites, george evans collection

The 20 photographs were taken of a number of archaeological sites in Sunbury of sacred sites and aboriginal rings. The photographs were included in a study of these sites which was published by the Shire of Bulla in the early 1990's.A view of Aboriginal Ring Site near Rupertswood. The country is undulating with trees in the middle distance and the ring in the foreground.aboriginal ring sites, george evans collection

The Department of Defence controls more than two million hectares of land used either as training areas or for operational and logistic bases. Approximately 200 Defence-occupied buildings have been classified by the Australian Heritage Commission and placed on the Register of the National Estate, and a further 100 buildings have been registered by the National Trust. Twenty properties also have been listed by the Australian Heritage Commission for significant environmental aspects and for the protection of Aboriginal sites. This book, produced as a contribution to Australia's bicentennial, is the first publication devoted entirely to Australia's priceless defence heritage. Text: Frank Doak Illustrations: Jeff IsaacsISBN 949 054 968heritage, books, defence estate, national estate, national trust, aboriginal sites, australian heritage commission, defence properties, frank doak, jeff isaacs, fairfax library, heritage, books, defence estate, national estate, national trust, aboriginal sites, australian heritage commission, defence properties, frank doak, jeff isaacs, fairfax library

Excerpt from Lower Plenty River Archaeological Survey by Fiona Weaver. Section 5 on Aboriginal archaeological sites in the Lower Plenty River area.A survey of First Nations sites in the Lower Plenty River area.Copy of part of book.lower plenty river, aboriginal sites

This is one of a series of Aboriginal rings which are found in the Sunbury area. The former Shire of Bulla published a detailed study of the Aboriginal Ring sites in the early 1990's.A coloured photograph of a sacred site featuring an Aboriginal ring within the Sherwood Housing Estate. There is a cleared grassed area with a distinctive ring in the foreground with the housing estate in the background.sherwood estate, aboriginal ring sites, george evans collection

The series of 9 photographs were taken to be included in a study of archaeological sites and Aboriginal rings in the Sunbury area. Five earth rings which are thought to be associated with male initiation ceremonies have been identified in Sunbury. Only 3 others have been found in the rest of Victoria. Despite rapid development in the area, those sites are protected heritage sites.A view of the Aboriginal ring and sacred site and its close proximity to a proposed housing estate at Sherwood near Racecourse Road.aboriginal culture, aboriginal rings, sacred sites, george evans collection

The set of 20 photographs were taken of a number of archaeological sites in Sunbury of sacred sites and aboriginal rings. The photographs were included in a study of these sites which was published by the Shire of Bulla in the early 1990's.A soil profile showing a whitened lava flow above decomposing timber and soil at the lower level.aboriginal ring sites, george evans collection

The set of 20 photographs were taken of a number of archaeological sites in Sunbury of sacred sites and aboriginal rings. The photographs were included in a study of these sites which was published by the Shire of Bulla in the early 1990's.Site of an Aboriginal Ring near Sunbury. It is situated on a cleared mound with small hills across the skyline.aboriginal ring sites, george evans collection

The set of 20 photographs were taken of a number of archaeological sites in Sunbury of sacred sites and aboriginal rings. The photographs were included in a study of these sites which was published by the Shire of Bulla in the early 1990's.A coloured photograph of a scarred tree trunk at Rupertswood estate. It is a close-up photograph of the lower section of the tree. There is a gentle rise behind the tree and two outbuildings along the hill top on the RHS.aboriginal ring sites, scarred trees, rupertswood estate, george evans collection

The series of 9 photographs were taken to be included in a study of archaeological sites and Aboriginal rings in the Sunbury area. Five earth rings which are thought to be associated with male initiation ceremonies have been identified in Sunbury. Only 3 others have been found in the rest of Victoria. Despite rapid development in the area, those sites are protected heritage sites.A coloured photograph of an Aboriginal Ring which is a proclaimed sacred site on an open grassy hillside. A black cow is standing in the distance.aboriginal culture, aboriginal rings, sacred sites, george evans collection

The series of 9 photographs were taken to be included in a study of archaeological sites and Aboriginal rings in the Sunbury area. Five earth rings which are thought to be associated with male initiation ceremonies have been identified in Sunbury. Only 3 others have been found in the rest of Victoria. Despite rapid development in the area, those sites are protected heritage sites.A coloured photograph of an open hillside which is a sacred site. Gum trees and grassy tufts are dotted across the hillside.aboriginal culture, aboriginal rings, sacred sites, george evans collection

In 2018, excavations in the vicinity of Flinders Street Railway Station uncovered about 300 aboriginal artefacts which indicated that the site was used for corroborees and other celebrations. Results of other archeological digs in the city area are also described by archaeologist Jeremy Smith.2 p. Article from "The Age" 25/05/2023, text and colour imagesnon-fictionaboriginal heritage sites, melbourne - history, jeremy smith

Archaeological survey of the Lower Plenty River undertaken in 1989-1990 by Fiona Weaver for the Board of Works. Indigenous heritage sites along the Plenty River are examined and recommendations made for the preservation and to lessen the impact of development on these sites.Printed on white A4 paper. Approx 92 pages (not numbered). Illus., maps. 2 copies.plenty river, board of works, aboriginal heritage sites, fiona weaver

Tells the story of Murrundindi of the Wurundjeri people of Victoria. The story relates his early years at school, his struggle with dual heritage and his later acceptance of his aboriginal heritage.32 p., illus. Paperback.murrundindi, wurundjeri, aborigines victoria, aboriginal heritage sites

The scarred tree is located on a hillside in a local reserve. The bark has been removed in the past to make a boat or other large utensil. Melbourne's skyline can be seen faintly in the distance in the middle of the photograph with local suburban development in the middle distance. The set of 20 photographs were taken of a number of archaeological ands sacred sites in the Bulla district. The photographs were included in a study published by the Shire of Bulla in the early 1990's.A scarred tree aboriginal ring sites, george evans collection

Large blue hard covered book with a blue glossy dust cover.non-fictionThe book documents over 6,000 historic, environmental and cultural sites across Australia. historic sites, historical buildings, historic natural monuments, aboriginal cultural sites, national parks

Soft cover foolscap size book. 96 pages with b & w illustrations, images and maps (some folded). Part of Occasional reports series (Victoria Archaeological Survey) ; No. 27. Published by Department of Conservation and Environment, Melbourne, 1990. Author, Hilary Du Cros. BMDHS Loc. AR/SU5This study aimed to locate and document Aboriginal archaeological sites in the western region of Melbourne. This area was defined by the study as extending out from the western suburbs of Melbourne to the Brisbane Ranges and north beyond Bacchus Marsh. The specific aim of the study was to investigate the Aboriginal archaeology of the Western Plains area in the vicinity west of Melbourne. The Bacchus Marsh, Melton and Werribee shire boundaries of the time defined the areas of the study. The study contains extensive lists of the types of artifacts found the the locations where they were found. aboriginal australians victoria western plains, aboriginal artifacts, archaelogical sites victoria western plains, aboriginal artifacts bacchus marsh region

The heritage study includes historical chapters on the western region of Moorabool Shire, identifying buildings and sites of environmental significance. Written by Dr David Rowe and Wendy Jacobs. moorabool shire, heritage studies, buildings, heritage sites, aboriginal history