The first settler to occupy the Marlo township area was James Stirling around the year 1875. He built a bark hut on the bluff that had two rooms, bark walls, earthen floors and a shingle roof. By 1884, this structure had expanded to a 9 roomed accommodation house and in 1886 became the Marlo Hotel when a liquor license was granted. The Governor-in-Council declared Marlo to be a township on 18 February 1889. During May 1889, the government surveyor, E.L. Bruce set out 19 sections of the new township, with the first sales of subdivided land occurring the following May. At this time, Stirling's Marlo Hotel was the unofficial hub for the community. It was a general store, accommodation house and the unofficial post office, with settlers taking turns in bringing the mail from Orbost or Cunningham. This continued until Aug 1942, and in 1969 was located in a house adjacent to the Marlo Hotel, before being transferred to the Marlo General Store in this year. The official Post Office List states the Marlo Post Office opened around 1902. in 1925, the "Marlo House" (a nine room accommodation guest house) was granted a liquor licence. The "Marlo House" became "The Marlo Hotel". The Marlo Hotel was popular with many Orbost and district settlers, who travelled to Marlo by horseback or buggy. In the early 20th century the hotel advertised itself as " Under Vice-Regal Patronage. Situated on High Cliff, fronting Ocean, Lakes and Snowy River. Those in search of Health, Rest and Sport should visit Marlo. Boating, Fishing, Shooting, Bathing, Golf. Comfort and Convenience at Marlo Hotel, near Orbost, East Gippsland. Nixon's Cars would meet the train at at Orbost. Fare---6s single, 12s return. Telephone No. 1, Marlo. S, P, STEWART, Proprietor." The Marlo Hotel, perched on the hill overlooking the estuaries and the entrance is a significant building in Marlo. Established in 1886, it has been operating for over 120 yearsAn original black / white photograph and a black / white copy of a party being held under trees on the lawn of the Marlo Hotel. It is a postcard with advertising of Marlo on the back.on back - "Where to spend your holiday - Marlo" on front - "Vice Regal Party at Hotel, Marlo"marlo-hotel

The history of Marlo dates back to the days when ships voyaged between Melbourne and Lakes Entrance. Attempts were made to use the Snowy River for trading purposes but the bar at Marlo proved too dangerous. The school opened on 3rd of July 1903 with the HT Walter Scott. At present Marlo is noted for fishing and tourism. The fete, held each Easter, is a major fundraiser for the school and all money goes towards sustaining the schools Music ProgramThe Marlo Fete is a significant yearly event in the local community. This book celebrates that. It is a useful research tool.A stapled 31 pp A4 sized booklet produced to celebrate 40 years of the Marlo Fete which is held annually at Easter at Marlo Primary School. It contains photographs, history and recipes. On the white front cover below the title (black text) is a coloured photograph of two young boys with faces painted and holding fairy floss.marlo marlo-primary-school celebrations fetes

Black and white postcard of wharf at Marlo with SS Blackbird moored Marlo VictoriaMarlo Wharf Snowy Riverwaterways, bridges, rivers

The first settler to occupy the Marlo township area was James Stirling around the year 1875. He built a bark hut on the bluff that had two rooms, bark walls, earthen floors and a shingle roof. By 1884, this structure had expanded to a 9 roomed accommodation house and in 1886 became the Marlo Hotel when a liquor license was granted. The Governor-in-Council declared Marlo to be a township on 18 February 1889. During May 1889, the government surveyor, E.L. Bruce set out 19 sections of the new township, with the first sales of subdivided land occurring the following May. At this time, Stirling's Marlo Hotel was the unofficial hub for the community. It was a general store, accommodation house and the unofficial post office, with settlers taking turns in bringing the mail from Orbost or Cunningham. This continued until Aug 1942, and in 1969 was located in a house adjacent to the Marlo Hotel, before being transferred to the Marlo General Store in this year. The official Post Office List states the Marlo Post Office opened around 1902. in 1925, the "Marlo House" (a nine room accommodation guest house) was granted a liquor licence. The "Marlo House" became "The Marlo Hotel". The Marlo Hotel was popular with many Orbost and district settlers, who travelled to Marlo by horseback or buggy. The Marlo Hotel, perched on the hill overlooking the estuaries and the entrance is a significat building in Marlo. Established in 1886, it has been operating for over 120 yearsA black / white photograph of the Marlo Hotel. Patrons are standing on the verandah and lawns. A horse-drawn carriage is on the left. The photograph is on a green buff card with a rough edge on R H side.on back - " Old Marlo Hotel"marlo-house marlo-hotel stirling-james

Black and white postcard of Marlo Entrance taken from sand dunes at Marlo VictoriaThe Marlo Entrance from Sand Dunesjetties, boats and boating, rivers

Marlo was once a very busy port. Goods needed by the early settlers were carted by sea-going vessels to Marlo. At the Marlo wharf goods were unloaded from the large vessels onto barges and towed by paddle steamers to Orbost. (information - In Times Gone By - Deborah Hall)The Marlo Hotel, perched on the hill overlooking the estuaries and the entrance is a significant building in Marlo. Established in 1886, it has been operating for over 120 yearsA black / white photograph of the Marlo landscape. In the background is the Marlo Hotel. Appears to have been taken from Corringle looking out over ocean and Snowy River. The Marlo Hotel can be seen on the right.Thon front - "Marlo from Sand Hummock"; "Bulmer copyright"marlo-landscape marlo-hotel-township

The first settler to occupy the Marlo township area was James Stirling around the year 1875. He built a bark hut on the bluff that had two rooms, bark walls, earthen floors and a shingle roof. By 1884, this structure had expanded to a 9 roomed accommodation house and in 1886 became the Marlo Hotel when a liquor license was granted. The Governor-in-Council declared Marlo to be a township on 18 February 1889] During May 1889, the government surveyor, E.L. Bruce set out 19 sections of the new township, with the first sales of subdivided land occurring the following May. At this time, Stirling's Marlo Hotel was the unofficial hub for the community. It was a general store, accommodation house and the unofficial post office, with settlers taking turns in bringing the mail from Orbost or Cunningham. This continued until Aug 1942, and in 1969 was located in a house adjacent to the Marlo Hotel, before being transferred to the Marlo General Store in this year. The official Post Office List states the Marlo Post Office opened around 1902. in 1925, the "Marlo House" (a nine room accommodation guest house) was granted a liquor licence. The "Marlo House" became "The Marlo Hotel". The Marlo Hotel was popular with many Orbost and district settlers, who travelled to Marlo by horseback Perched on the hill overlooking the estuaries and the entrance, the Marlo Hotel is a significant building in Marlo. It was established in 1886 and has been operating for over 120 years,A black / white photograph of Marlo House with staff and patrons standing and sitting on the verandah.on front - "H.S. Marlo House"marlo-house marlo-hotel

This is fold-out folder with excellent quality colour photos was produced in the 1960s and used in the tourist industry within the Orbost/Marlo district. It showcases the district with excellent photographs. This item is significant because it represents a quality tourist production from the 1960s, and shows scenes and buildings from that era. A fold-out envelope containing 12 colour photos of the Orbost/Marlo district. The cover has a colour photo of a white wooden bridge over a river with trees on the banks. At the top of this photo is a red strip with the words ORBOST and MARLO in black, orange and yellow print. On front cover:ORBOST and MARLO Inside the fold-out are captions to the 12 photos.orbost, marlo, tourism, photos

This is a photograph of the Marlo Primary School in its original location in Argyle Street, approximately opposite the Marlo Hotel. This small school was opened in 1902 to provide education to local children. A b/w photo of 8 children standing in front of a fence and timber building with a brick chimney on the right hand side. A sign in black lettering on to a white background can be seen on the building. This reads STATE SCHOOL No. 3433.On back of photo are the words; Marlo Schooleducation, marlo

In small rural communities a community newsletter is an important tools for facilitating communication. It may also boost the local economy – both through advertising or news coverage.A newsletter, titled Marlo News. It contains articles, children's work, puzzles, events, a calendar, reports and black / white photographs. There are local advertisements. On the front cover is a sketch of an old school (Marlo?) below the heading MARLO NEWS and the cost -20 cents.On front cover - stamp of Orbost Historical Societymarlo-newsletter

Black and white postcard collage of images taken around Marlo Victoria waterways, township, rivers

No 4 in series of fiveBlack and white photograph of workmen with horses and scoops opening an entrance at mouth of the Snowy River Marlo Victoriaenvironment, waterways, public works, rivers

Marlo was once a very busy port. Goods needed by the early settlers were carted by sea-going vessels to Marlo. At the Marlo wharf goods were unloaded from the large vessels onto barges and towed by paddle steamers to Orbost. (information - In Times Gone By - Deborah Hall) The vessel on the right hand side is possibly the Curlip.This is a pictorial record of Marlo when it was a busy port.A black / white photograph of boats in the shipping channel at Marlo. Most appear to be sailing boats. In the background on a hill above the water is a large building.on back - view at Marlo in 1898 Xmasmarlo shipping transport

No 5 in series of fiveBlack and white photograph showing men with horses and scoops opening an entrance to mouth of Snowy River Marlo Victoria public works, vegetation, rivers

Black and white postcard of the wharf and goods shed, boats moored at jetty, sand dunes in distance at Marlo on the Snowy River Victoriawaterways, boats and boating, rivers

Orbost Aero Club began in 1969 with Basil Dowie as Chair, David Nixon as Secretary/Treasurer. The group went into recess from 1977-1991 closing in 1997. The mid 1960s were boom years in flying training in Australia and the number of Aero Clubs grew rapidly. The Club played a significant role in the establishment of the small airport at Marlo and in the ongoing operation and development of the airport over the years particularly for patient transfer by aerial ambulance. The Orbost Aero Club Club played a significant role in the establishment of the small airport at Marlo and in the ongoing operation and development of the airport over the years. A manila folder containing plans for Marlo Aerodrome.On label on front - MARLO/ORBOST AERODROME PLANSorbost-aero-club marlo-airport

This photo shows the Storm Bird at the end of the jetty and the Wangrabelle in the foreground. Both ships were well known traders. the Wangrabelle became beached and wrecked in 1916 and the Storm Bird became obsolete when the railway from Bairnsdale to Orbost arrived in 1916. (ref. Story of Gippsland Shipping - J.C. Bull) At the start of the river trade goods were shipped from Marlo to Melbourne but when the railway reached Bairnsdale this became unprofitable and the ships plied only between Marlo and Cunninghame. Eventually river transport became economically unviable. The Wongrabelle is still buried in the sands of the entrance of the Snowy River (albeit where the entrance used to be). It took from April 11th 1912 to August 12th 1912 for the loss of the Wongrabelle to be complete, the final entry in the Orbost Shipping Co. records reads:- "The Wongrabelle is completely covered in sand." (ref River, Road, Railway Newsletter O.D.H.S.) This is a pictorial record of a time when the water highways were the only feasible transport mode in sending goods from Orbost and Marlo to Melbourne.A black / white photograph of a ship, sails down, anchored at the Marlo jetty.on back - "M. Gilbert, Wangrabelle at Marlo"storm-bird wangrabelle shipping transport- marlo

Black and white postcard taken from the hummocks looking across one of the low islands and the Snowy River showing view of the township of Marlo Victoriawaterways, township, islands

These photographs were part of a framed display in the kitchen of Orbost House, a guest house in McLeod Street, Orbost. historical record of Marlo township and surrounding estuary of the Snowy RiverTwo b/w photographs/postcards set on to backing board. These photos are of scenery at Marlo. Photographs appear to have been cut from a larger piece of cardboard, possibly a display board.2682.1 is titled LOOKING ALONG THE BACKWATER AT MARLO. 2682.2 is titled MARLO, EAST GIPPSLAND. Both have the marking of Bulmer, Bairnsdale (the photographer)marlo

Colour photograph of mouth of Snowy River from Cape Conran Road Marlo Victoria. Also a second colour photograph of Snowy River mouth taken from a different anglewaterways, rivers

Digital image of drink coaster from Bundoora Hotel (also known as Bundy's Bistro), 1990s.Part of a collection of miscellaneous historical images with a connection to the local area.Digital image of 4 coasters. 3 with white card with red text and logo; one green card with red logo."Bundy's Bistro" or "Bundoora Hotel"bundoora hotel, bundys bistro

No 3 in series of fiveBlack and white photograph taken looking back from ocean side showing vegetation in background and workmen with shovels horses and scoops opening an entrance through sand at mouth of Snowy River Marlo Victoriaenvironment, people, public works, waterways

Menu from The Eltham Hotel with photograph of the original hotel on menu cover; with photocopy of newspaper clipping 24/02/1955 describing Hotel's target of 1000 pounds for the Children's Hospital Appeal.Black and brown print on white cardeltham hotel, eltham

This booklet is a compilation by Carrol Preston, of photos and articles in various publications, principally the Snowy River Mail (published in Orbost). These articles relate to the loss of two Orbost young men, Simon Bommer aged 25, and Peter Savoury 27. On the 10 September 1967, these young men were last seen in a small boat at the Snowy River entrance, and were never seen again.This booklet is significant because is records most of the printed reports from 1967 of the deaths of two young men from the Orbost district who were lost in a boating accident near the mouth of the Snowy River. Spiral bound booklet. Front cover has a blue background which is actually a colour photo of the sky and estuary at Marlo. The faces of two males are at the top of the cover, both in oval shapes. The male faces are in b/w.In Memory of SIMON BOMMER and PETER SAVOURY, lost at sea at Marlo, 10th September 1967. Forever loved and remembered. Articles from the Snowy River Mail - Orbost simon bommer, peter savoury, deaths, drowning

Marlo is a settlement near the mouth of the Snowy River near Orbost. Before the railway was completed to Orbost in 1916, and roads were later improved, Marlo was the main entry-point for ships travelling the coastal route from Melbourne to Orbost. Marlo developed as a small port with a jetty. It also developed as a holiday destination with the Hotel and at least one guest-house. These five postcards are significant because they show important aspects of Marlo c.1890s - 1930s. Five b/w photos/postcards 2708.1 View showing grassy hillside in foreground with telegraph poles. Water and sand dunes in the background 2708.2 View showing grass and trees in the foreground; then water with sand dunes in the background. 2708.3 A sign across the top of a road with 'Welcome to Marlo'; a car on the road; trees on edges of road. 2708.4 A number of buildings behind a white fence; large tree on l.h.side. 2708.5 Sand in the foreground leading down to a water. Women on the foreshore, also a dog and children. A small sailing boat in the water. A jetty leading out into the water. People on the jetty. In the background are vegetated sand-dunes.2708.1 View from Hotel, Marlo, Vic. Rose Series P3253 2708.2 Sand Hummocks, Snowy River, Marlo, Vic. Rose Series P324 2708.3 Marlo Road, Marlo, Vic. Rose Series P3836 2708.4 Marlo Hotel, Marlo, Victoria. Rose Series P2421 2708.5 Marlo. W S Vogt photomarlo, marlo hotel, marlo jetty, snowy river

Telegraph Hotel in 1939 flood. The river level reached 8.25 metres in April.Black & white photograph of Halligan's Telegraph Hotel in 1939 flood. Corner of Armstrong & Camp Streets. Halligans & staff including Tess Maher (Loughnan) standing in front of hotelAvoca Rover flood Easter 1939. Donated by Mrs T Loughnan.hotels, halligan, telegraph hotel, business, armstrong street, charlton, floods

This is a photograph of the entrance of the Snowy River to Bass Strait. The entrance changes location but remains open for most of the year, although on occasions is closed by the prevailing weather and river water levels. In this photograph the entrance is quite wide and near the Marlo Hotel. This is a pictorial record of the Snowy River entrance at Marlo showing an open entrance.A black / white photograph / postcard of sandhills, river water on left and ocean on right. There is a group of buildings in the background - left. on front - "Snowy River Entrance Marlo"snowy-river-entrance marlo-snowy-river

The Ozone Hotel was formerly the Grand Ozone Coffee Palace which was erected in 1890 at a cost of around ten thousand pounds. Coffee Palaces were temperance hotels which were popular in the latter part of the 19th century which offered recreation and superior accommodation. The coffee palace operated until 1915 and was then closed before re-opening in 1920 as Hotels Mansions. It had major renovations including a large theatre area. February 23rd 1929 saw the most spectacular fire in Warrnambool's history when the Hotel mansions was burnt to the ground. Evelyn O'Brien was granted a temporary licence and in September 1930 she was given permission to rebuild. The new hotel named Hotel Warrnambool was opened in March 1931. This item has local significance having come from one of Warrnambool's grandest buildingsSide Plate with Hotel Mansions crest in black, with Warrnambool in banner underneath and a black line around rim of plate. Loftus Moran Pty Ltd Melbourne stamp on back (distributor?)Hotel Mansions crest on front of plate, with Warrnambool in banner underneath.grand ozone coffee palace, hotel mansions warrnambool, ozone hotel warrnambool, warrnambool

Great Western Hotel formerly the Shakespeare Hotel 1991Black and white photo of a hotel with many signs on the roof.Great Western Hotel. Drive in.great western