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Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Bridget Whitelaw, Australian landscape drawing 1830-1880, in the National Gallery of Victoria [Exerpts], 1976
... plenty station... of "The Station Plenty" (Yallambie), the Bakewell family home, illustrated.... Illustrations selected from book showing views of "The Station Plenty ...Illustrations selected from book showing views of "The Station Plenty" (Yallambie), the Bakewell family home, illustrated by Edward La Trobe Bateman, an artist and garden designer.Photocopy of illustrations from book, 6 pages. 2 copies.yallambie, bakewell family, plenty station, edward la trobe bateman -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Newsletter, No. 135 November 2000
... : The Plenty Station • November Meeting • Christmas Breakup • Eltham..., guest speaker; Lucy Ellem: The Plenty Station • November Meeting ...Contents: • Next meeting, guest speaker; Lucy Ellem: The Plenty Station • November Meeting • Christmas Breakup • Eltham Festival • Unveiling of a Heritage Plaque • The Eltham Connection • Society News The Shire of Eltham Historical Society was formed in October 1967. The first newsletter of the Society was issued May 1978 and has been published continuously ever since on a bi-monthly basis. With the cessation of the Shire of Eltham in late 1994, the Society's name was revised to Eltham District Historical Society and this name first appeared with issue No. 103, July 1995. The collection of the Society's newsletters provides a valuable resource on the history of the Society's activities, office bearers and committee members, guest speakers and subjects of historical interest pertinent to the former Shire of Eltham and the Eltham District.A4 photocopied newsletter distributed to membersnewsletter, eltham district historical society, shire of eltham historical society -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph (copy), Willis's Mill, 1855c
... on the Plenty River behind Carome Station Mernda.... on the Plenty River behind Carome Station Mernda. Nil Photograph ...Photograph of ruins of early flour mill on Plenty River.http://www.mintinc.com.au/pdf/carome_mill_arch_report.pdf Detailed report on same.A photocopy of a photograph of Willis's Flour Mill located on the Plenty River behind Carome Station Mernda.Nilplenty river, flour mill, mernda, yan yean reservoir, riparian rights, 1840, fred kruger, williss mill -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Lower Plenty shops and garage
... Colour photograph of old shops and service station Lower... of old shops and service station Lower Plenty (prior ...Colour photograph of old shops and service station Lower Plenty (prior to construction of present shopping centre). 4 x 6 print and 8 x 10 laminated printshops, service station, lower plenty, main road -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper - Newsletter, Shire of Diamond Valley, Valley Views: Newsletter of the Shire of Diamond Valley. March/April 1993, 1993_03
... Health centres; entertainment in the Shire; radio station Plenty... Health centres; entertainment in the Shire; radio station Plenty ...Local news from the Shire of Diamond Valley 1993. Includes plans for a swimming pool for the Civic area; extension to the Diamond Valley Library; extended hours for Maternal and Child Health centres; entertainment in the Shire; radio station Plenty Valley fm; and, treatment for headlice.Newspaper, 8p., green and black text, black and white images. 2 copiesshire of diamond valley, swimming pools greensborough, diamond valley library, plenty valley fm -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder, Chapman family (James Chapman), 1849o
... Greensborough Railway Station and Plenty River before selling... Poulter owned the land between Greensborough Railway Station ...History of the origins of this Greensborough family and the family tree of James Chapman (1805-1875) and Susan Palmer (1808-1895). James Chapman, his wife Susan and all his family including his son-in-law William Poulter left the Port of London in November 1848 on board the 'Francis Ridley' of 536 tons on her maiden voyage to Australia and Bombay India. The Master of the ship was Henry Hudson. James Poulter owned the land between Greensborough Railway Station and Plenty River before selling it to William Poulter.20-page plastic binder, spiral bound, clear cover. Contains documents relating to the James Chapman family.chapman family, james chapman, susan palmer -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder, Edward B. Green, 1853o
Contents: Land sale for Greensborough (The Argus 1853); Article: Greensborough history; Article: The Greens of Barham Station NSW; letter to Shire council from descendant of E B Green. History of the origins of Edward Bernard Green after whom Greensborough was named.20-page plastic binder, spiral bound, clear cover. Contains documents relating to Edward B. Green and family.Collected by Greensborough Historical Society. Folder commenced 2012.greensborough, edward bernard green -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book and CD, Coranderrk Database: compiled by Mick Woiwod, 1863-1924
Coranderrk was an Aboriginal station near Healesville (1863-1924). This book is a chronological outline of public records relating to Coranderrk Station. Full text is included for some records and provenance is given for each entry.As the 150th anniversary of the founding of Coranderrk station (2013) approaches, detailed information such as this will be valuable to researchers.Paperback. 242 pages, illus. Includes CD-Rom "Coranderrk database compiled by Mick Woiwod.Signed by compiler.yarra valley, aborigines victoria, coranderrk, healesville, mick woiwod -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Matter of Trust, 24/01/2004
Details the history of Gulf Station Yarra Glen and the Bell family from their time of arrival in Victoria in 1839.Origins of a pioneering family with some links to Greensborough.Newspaper article on the Gulf Station Yarra Glen and the Bell family. Includes text and photograph of Ruth Crofts.gulf station, charles la trobe, william bell, ruth crofts, bell family, happy hollow -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Telling Tales From The Borough, 27/02/2008
Covers the launch of a book called "The Stories Inside" written by Kay Arthur at the Greensborough Hotel.Records local anecdotes as experienced by the author who grew up in Greensborough in the 1960s.A 2 page newspaper article on a book entiled "The Stories Inside". It features coloured photographs of the author and book.kay arthur, greensborough hotel, authors, books, watsonia railway station, greensborough swimming pool -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Watsonia - a short history, 1934o
A history of the Watsonia with no definite author shown and no references. Information requires verification. [By inference etc. The author was John Kellow]5 pages of typed text.Handwritten on last page in red pen: "Kellett - Greenswood Dve" followed by in pencil: "Kellow 9 7 72"watsonia, electric station estate, black family. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Watsonia [some memories] by John Kellow, 1934_
A short history of Watsonia and surrounding area. told in oral history format by John Kellow. This article is not referenced and details require verification. 5 pages of typed text.watsonia, electric station estate, black family, grace park, greensborough, john kellow. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Notes, Watsonia, 10/04/1891o
Historical information on Watsonia and the Electric Station estate.Handwritten notes from Noel Withers relating to Watsoniawatsonia, electric station estate, frank watson, william black -
Greensborough Historical Society
Birth Certificate, Births in the District of Greensborough 1868, 1868_
This birth certificate was purchased by the GHS to validate the birth place of Victoria Cross recipient Leslie Cecil Maygar. Whilst registered at Greensborough, he was born at Dean Station Kilmore. This certificate also has birth entries for Sarah Gilbert, Caroline Mills, Robert James Stock, Benjamin Chapman.The Maygar family were early residents of Greensborough. One A3 page. Contains 5 births registered in the District of Greensborough.ClibPDF - www.fastio.comleslie cecil maygar, victoria cross, sarah gilbert, caroline mills, robert james stock, benjamin chapman, birth certificates -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Ian Lamont, An early history of Plenty Valley FM Radio 1987-1998, 1987o
... (1987-91) and first Station Manager (1993-98). plenty valley ...Plenty Valley FM made its first test broadcast in July 1988, then known as Outer North Eastern Community Radio. After obtaining its broadcasting licence, regular broadcasts commenced in December 1990. The author of this article, Ian Lamont, was first Station President (1987-91) and first Station Manager (1993-98).3 pages text and one photo.plenty valley community radio, plenty valley fm, ian lamont -
Greensborough Historical Society
DVD, Channel 5 Productions et al, The Inner Circle Railway Line, 1888o
The Inner Circle was a steam era suburban railway line (later electrified) in Melbourne, Australia. It served the inner-northern suburbs of Parkville, Carlton North, Fitzroy North, and Fitzroy and later expanded to outer suburbs. It opened in 1888. In this video, the viewer is taken on a train journey around the Melbourne rail network and also looks at the stations and lines that have since closed.Original footage of Melbourne's railways.1 x DVD in black case. DVD of approx 43 minutes.melbourne rail network, transportation, railways -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, Road changes: Greensborough and Watsonia March 2019, 2019_03
Outline of proposed changes to the plan for roads around the Old Greensborough Road and Watsonia Station areas1 p. leaflet printed in colour both sides north east link, watsonia station, old greensborough road watsonia -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Changing Times, 30/01/1992
... radio announcer on the Plenty Valley Community Radio station ...This is an issue of a weekly staff newspaper that was for employees of the Public Transportation Commission. .It features an article on Theo Tzaros the then Watsonia Station Master who was a guest radio announcer on the Plenty Valley Community Radio station 3PVR.A black and white 8 page newsletter with orange highlighting.Nil3pvr, plenty valley community radio, watsonia, station master, watsonia railway station -
Greensborough Historical Society
Greeting Card, G E Kerry, Rand Street Swingbridge, 1980c
The sketch portrayed is by Ron Reynolds and was printed the book "Greensborough and Greenhills" in 1973. This is a Christmas greeting to Jessie Angus (nee Partington).The Rand St Swing bridge allowed easy access to Greensborough railway station and shops for those who lived on the eastern side of the Plenty River.A white greeting card made from stiffened card and folded at the left side.A personal greeting to Jessie Angus (nee Partington)written on both inside pages.ron reynolds, jessie angus, partington, rand st, swing bridge, plenty river -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Teens save injured man, 14/11/2012
An article about two youths who saved a man after he had fallen onto the railway tracks and was hit by a train at Watsonia Railway Station. The youths were highly praised for their efforts which saved the man's life.Newspaper clipping with text and colour photo.Pencil written date and source.watsonia railway station, accidents -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph, Corner Para Road and Main Street Greensborough c1993, 1993_
The photograph shows road works on the corner of Para Road and Main Street Greensborough in 1993.The view also includes the Greensborough Hotel, the valley Buildings and the group of shops on the Para Rd corner named as Greensborough Valley Market. In the foreground it shows the Greensborough railway station car park as unsealed.A colour photograph of a street scene.Nilpara rd, main st, greensborough, road works, valley buildings, greensborough hotel, greensborough valley market -
Greensborough Historical Society
Pamphlet, Breath of Life, 1961-1962
Small card issued at Ampol petrol stations 1961-62 in order to teach basic mouth to mouth resuscitation.1.5 million cards issued in 1961-62 as a community service.Folded card; white with black text and drawings.ampol, life saving, mouth to mouth resuscitation, black family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Park drive win, 24/07/2013
A car park adjacent to the Greensborough Station was the subject of concern when $10 per day parking meters were installed. Fees have been cut to a maximum of $4 per day following complaints from the public.Text and colour image.greensborough station, wayne phillips, banyule council, car parking, banyule city council -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, The Time when three men owned Watsonia; St Katherine's Church at St Helena; When the railway came to the Diamond Valley, 29/09/1964
Three articles from 1964 on the history of suburbs in the new Shire of Diamond Valley - Greensborough, Watsonia and St Helena.Articles on the building of Greensborough, Montmorency and Watsonia Railway Stations, and establishment of St Helena.Pp. 28-30 of Diamond Valley News, 29 September 1964.greensborough railway station, montmorency railway station, watsonia, watsonia railway station, beale family, frank watson, shire of diamond valley, st helena -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Top cop ready for action, 2009_
Article on Senior Sergeant Damien Oehme, who has worked at Greensborough Police Station for 20 years.Clipping with black & white text and coloured photographgreensborough police, damien oehme -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Greensborough Railway Station, 02/05/2013
This photograph of Greensborough Station was taken in 2013 to show changes over 40 years, based on Ron Reynold’s sketches in the 1973 publication “Greensborough and Greenhills” published by Cypress Books. The Station is shown from the same angle as a sketch in the book.Digital copy of colour photograph.greensborough and greenhills, greensborough station, ron reynolds -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Rand Street Bridge [Greensborough], 02/05/2013
These photographs of the Rand Street Bridge were taken in 2013 to show changes over 40 years, based on Ron Reynold’s sketches in the 1973 publication “Greensborough and Greenhills” published by Cypress Books. This is a pedestrian swing bridge over the Plenty River between Rand Street and Greensborough Station.Digital copy of colour photograph.greensborough and greenhills, rand street bridge, rand street greensborough, ron reynolds -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Late-night safety fears, 30/09/2015
The 24 hour public transport trial may cause security issues at small unmanned stations such as Montmorency.News clipping, black text, colour image.matthew guy, montmorency station -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph (copy), Plenty River Tea Gardens, 1929c
Plenty River Tea Gardens were located on east side of Main Street near St Helena Road intersection. [Ref: The Age 18/2/1929 page 3 - Greensborough - Comfortable Home. 6 rooms. large verandas. ½ acre. S O bungalow. Lovely spot. 4 minutes station. Furnished or unfurnished or will sell reasonable. River Plenty Tea Gardens. Phone Gr. 17]Two black & white photographsplenty river tea gardens, greensborough tea rooms -
Greensborough Historical Society
Pamphlets, What happened at the pier: Memory Keepers revisit the past, 2015_10
Exhibition including artifacts, performances and accounts of migrant experiences of people who entered Australia via Princes and Station Piers Port Melbourne. The exhibition was initially displayed at Diamond Valley Library in October 2015 with a forum discussion follow up at Eltham Library in May 2016. The exhibition was curated by Lella Cariddi of Multicultural Arts Victoria.Exhibition booklets, program notes and photographs immigration, multicultural arts victoria