ill, maps, p.32.non-fictionA brief illustrated history of the 2'6" Puffing Billy railway from Upper Fern Tree Gully to Gembrook in Victoriavr narrow gauge railways - victoria - history, puffing billy - victoria - history

A book with a colourful double cover photograph of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria. The title is printed in red lettering at the top of the front cover with 'Clean, fresh air, lush green timbered scenery only a short trip from Melbourne' printed in white underneath. The author and photographer are printed in white below. The book is filled with beautiful photographs of the many aspects of the Ranges and what can be seen and experienced there. Pp. 32non-fictionThis book offers an illustrated historical overview of the iconic Melbourne mountain range. It highlights the area's transition from indigenous hunting grounds to a popular tourist, residential, and forestry destination, featuring photographs by E.R. Rotherham. dandenong ranges - victoria, dandenong ranges - tourism and travel, dandenong ranges - history

Banner, issued by the Shire of Whittlesea. Circa 1876 to 1938. White Cotton banner, black printShire/of/whittlesea/notice/is/hearby/given/that/a/reward/of/£5/will/be/paid/for/information/that/will/lead/to/the/conviction/of/any/person/or/persons/found/damaging/or/interfering/with/bridges/or/culverts/in/this/shire./By/order/of/the/council/Jas/Ryan/Shire/Secretary./shire of whittlesea, james ryan

"Desmond", on the Cockatoo Creek, on land which now forms part of Alma Treloar Reserve, was the home of the O'Hara family ca. 1910. The poet John Bernard O'Hara, used to visit his mother there, and remembered many wonderful holidays with the "city folk" who travelled to Cockatoo on "Puffing Billy" and camped along the creek. The family in the foreground is most likely the O'Hara family.The photograph is significant because it shows a Cockatoo home of around 1910.Black and white photograph of "Desmond", home of the O'Hara family, with a family group in foreground. Situated on Cockatoo Creek, on land now known as Alma Treloar Reserve. Circa 1910.cockatoo homes, "desmond", o'hara family, cockatoo creek, john bernard o'hara.

The Ithacan Philanthropic Society's annual picnic has been held at various locations over the years, including Mount Evelyn, Bacchus Marsh, and in latter years at the reserve at Ferny Creek at which this photo is taken. Running races have been a highlight of the picnics. Pictured on the left are Dennis Katsamas, Anthony Drakopoulos and Greg Varigos together with the place-getters displaying their medals. The annual Ithacan Picnic has always been an important and popular social event for members and friends of the Ithacan Society. The first picnic was held in 1918. A coloured photograph of a picnic scene.

The photograph was taken at one of the picnics organized by the Ithacan Philanthropic Society. The picnics have been a popular annual event on the society's calendar for many years. Over the years the picnics were held at many different venues on the outskirts of Melbourne including Mt. Evelyn and Bacchus Marsh. Of recent years Ferny Creek has been the chosen venue. The annual family picnic organized by the Ithacan Philanthropic Society is an important event in the society's calendar and allows the members to relax with family and friends in the early months of each year. A coloured photograph of a little boy dressed in a red T-shirt and running in a race at a group picnic.

The site of H A ("Herbie") Sherriff's business, Emerald Motors, was a former blacksmith's shop on the corner of Main Road and Kilvington Road. The sign over the shop bears the word "PLUME": This was a "motor spirit" (fuel) produced by Standard Oils and sold in Australia 1916-1954.The signage and the two cars visible (one late model and one early) establish the time the photograph was taken. Black and white photograph of shopfront of H A Sherriff's Emerald Motors business. White car (Austin?) visible in workshop entrance, dark older car in profile on right. Sign over garage shows Mobil "Pegasus" logo and word "PLUME" . Five men and a dog standing around casually, a sixth man (Herbie Sherriff?) posing next to white car. emerald motors, herbie sherriff

A colourful covered book showing a road winding through the beautiful autumn trees in the Dandenong Ranges approximately 40km from Melbourne. The title The Dandenong Ranges is printed in white lettering at the top with the two authors listed below. The spine has the title, authors and M symbol for Melbourne Publishers. The title page has the same information with Portraits of Victoria added at the bottom right. There is a Contents, Introduction and then in alphabetical order, stunning photographs and detailed information about each place included. Mont De Lancey Historical Homestead is featured on p.144. At the back is an Acknowlegments list. Pp. 151.non-fictionTourists come from all over the world to enjoy the prized gardens of Victoria's Dandenong Ranges. This beautifully produced book showcases the splendour of the public and private gardens of the Dandenongs as well as its unique villages and native animals and birds.dandenong ranges - victoria, dandenong ranges - history, tourism victoria

A colourful covered book showing a scene of beautiful vineyards in autumn in the Yarra Valley and surrounds approximately 40km from Melbourne. The title is printed in blue and white lettering at the top with the two authors listed below. The spine has the title, authors and M symbol for Melbourne Publishers. The title page has the same information with Portraits of Victoria added at the bottom right. There is a Contents, Introduction and then in alphabetical order, stunning photographs and detailed information about each place. At the back is an Acknowlegments and Directory of places of interest. It provides a comprehensive guide to the region's top spots—such as Healesville Sanctuary, the giant Redwoods, and local wineries—through 173 pages of stunning photography and history.non-fictionJust over an hour’s drive from central Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is Victoria’s premier cold-climate wine region. It offers a mix of world-class wineries, artisanal farm gates, and lush, mountainous hinterlands that stretch into the Dandenong Ranges and the foothills of the Victorian Alps. Outside of Melbourne, settlement in the Yarra Valley represented a very significant segment in the history and economic development of the state of Victoria. In the 1850s, the region was on the bustling route to the Warburton goldfields. The Yarra River was also the main traffic path for the timers industry during the 1890s, as such, it was developed as the primary food production region for Melbourne.dandenong ranges - victoria, dandenong ranges - history, tourism victoria

Set of ten small postcards showing scenes around the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria. See individual entries below.

A photographic history of Belgrave, Upwey, Tecoma and Upper Ferntree Gully. The front cover is of a painting 'Wintry Sunset Belgrave 1913' from a series of 36 paintings by Charlie Hammond between 1910 and 1953. It is of the country town, Belgrave, showing a dirt road with a bullock team, with trees surrounding the road. Inside, are black and white and coloured photographs of paintings, people in general life and historical information about the areas noted. Pp.104.non-fictionFollowing the success of Volume 1, this follow-up edition is slightly different to the first one by gathering photos together under some new headings More attention is given to some aspects of local history, the pioneer families and community organisations than previously. The historical society's main interest is the history of the Dandenong Ranges and the communities of Belgrave, Tecoma, Upper Ferntree Gully, Upwey and surrounds. australian history, history of the dandenong ranges victoria, history victoria

A photographic history of Belgrave, Upwey, Tecoma and Upper Ferntree Gully. The front cover is of a painting of the Upwey Railway Station with Puffing Billy in 1912 by Charlie Hammond. The train is being met by the Tullidge sisters, Francis, Sarah and Emily. Inside, are black and white and coloured photographs of paintings, people in general life and historical information about the areas noted. Pp.128.non-fictionFollowing the success of Volumes 1 and 2, this third edition is slightly different to the first ones in that it has filled some of the gaps by gathering photos not previously covered. It has been expanded to having 128 pages with fewer historical errors. The historical society's main interest is the history of the Dandenong Ranges and the communities of Belgrave, Tecoma, Upper Ferntree Gully, Upwey and surrounds. australian history, history of the dandenong ranges victoria, history victoria

This book has a colourful front and back full cover photograph of the tourist train, Puffing Billy. The title, Outdoors in the Dandenongs is printed in red with the author's name in blue underneath. The spine has the title, author and publisher printed in red. The title page has the title, author and publisher with a black outlined illustration of a lyrebird. On the back of the front end paper is a list of four more books by the same author. There is a Contents page, a List of Maps and Charts, an Introduction, Background Information, photographs of the area and more. 32 detailed maps are included with an Index to Places and features at the back. non-fictionThis book by Tyrone T. Thomas, published in 1981 by Hill of Content, is a 90-page guide covering the history and natural attractions of the Dandenong Ranges. It features 32 maps and explores the region's development, including timber felling, the Puffing Billy railway, and walking trails. the dandenong ranges - victoria, dandenongs, tourism victoria

A white covered book with a compass shaped circle with blue compass points around the edge; featured in the middle is a coloured photograph of a lyrebird. A Mont de Lancey stamp is at the top right of the cover. Inside is an Introduction by M.J. Harkins, Director of Tourism - Victoria, a detailed map of the Ranges with a Legend, as well as listing Art Galleries, Restaurants and Nurseries at the time of publication. Full coloured photographs of suburbs and the area are throughout the book. The back cover states - The biggest spectacular in the business, with a photograph overlooking the area, taken from the Observatory at Mount Dandenong. Pp.24non-fictionThis is a vintage guidebook featuring a Superb Lyrebird on the cover. It contains coloured pictures with information of many of the local suburbs and area.dandenong ranges - history, dandenong ranges - victoria, dandenong ranges - tourism and travel