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Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedEphemera - Rupertswood Estate Actioneer's Sales Brochure, Stock and Land General Printing Department
... Rupertswood Estate Actioneer's Sales Brochure...Rupertswood Estate Sunbury Victoria...This item was used as advertising materail for the sale of the late Hugh Victor McKay Rupertswood property Rupertswood Sunbury Rupertswood Estate Sunbury Victoria A solf covered sales brochure containf text and photographs Ephemera Rupertswood Estate Actioneer's Sales Brochure Stock and Land General Printing Department ...This item was used as advertising materail for the sale of the late Hugh Victor McKay Rupertswood propertyRupertswood Estate Sunbury Victoriarupertswood, sunbury -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph
... rupertswood estate...The fence and gates at the entrance of the Rupertswood Estate have a heritage listing. The Lodge has been used as a teacher's residence and is now a restaurant....A black and white photograph of the Rupertswood Lodge and the heritage gates and fence which serve as the entrance to the Rupertswood Estate....Hume City Civic Collection 44 Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne The fence and gates at the entrance of the Rupertswood Estate have a heritage listing. The Lodge has been used as a teacher's residence and is now a restaurant. rupertswood estate heritage gates and fences rupertswood lodge clarke william (sir) salesian college george evans collection A black and white photograph of the Rupertswood Lodge and the heritage gates and fence which serve as the entrance to the Rupertswood Estate. ...The fence and gates at the entrance of the Rupertswood Estate have a heritage listing. The Lodge has been used as a teacher's residence and is now a restaurant.A black and white photograph of the Rupertswood Lodge and the heritage gates and fence which serve as the entrance to the Rupertswood Estate.rupertswood estate, heritage gates and fences, rupertswood lodge, clarke, william (sir), salesian college, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, c late 1980s
... rupertswood estate...The series of photographs show a number of sites included in the Rupertswood Estate. By 1851 William Clarke had acquired 31,375 acres of land in the Sunbury district. ...A coloured photograph of an open valley with scrub which is part of the original Rupertswood Estate. This land is north of the mansion and existing Salesian College....The Salesian Fathers bought the Rupertswood property in June 1927 and established Salesian College. rupertswood estate clarke william j. t. 'big bull' salesian brothers george evans collection A coloured photograph of an open valley with scrub which is part of the original Rupertswood Estate. ...The series of photographs show a number of sites included in the Rupertswood Estate. By 1851 William Clarke had acquired 31,375 acres of land in the Sunbury district. The foundation stone for Rupertswood Mansion was laid on 29th August 1874 by Mrs. W. J. Clarke, daughter-in-law of 'Big Bull'. The Salesian Fathers bought the Rupertswood property in June 1927 and established Salesian College.A coloured photograph of an open valley with scrub which is part of the original Rupertswood Estate. This land is north of the mansion and existing Salesian College.rupertswood estate, clarke, william j. t. 'big bull', salesian brothers, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph
... ...rupertswood estate...There are two bridges constructed in the Rupertswood Estate. The bridge in this photograph has been built across Jackson's Creek beyond Rupertswood Mansion....A black and white photograph of one of the two railway bridges within the Rupertswood Estate. There are gnarled gum trees in the foreground and hilltops across the skyline. ...There are two bridges constructed in the Rupertswood Estate. The bridge in this photograph has been built across Jackson's Creek beyond Rupertswood Mansion. rupertswood railway bridges rupertswood estate estates bridges boardman eric sunbury news newspapers george evans collection A black and white photograph of one of the two railway bridges within the Rupertswood Estate. ...The photo is part of the Eric Boardman Collection which is held in the George Evans Museum. There are two bridges constructed in the Rupertswood Estate. The bridge in this photograph has been built across Jackson's Creek beyond Rupertswood Mansion.A black and white photograph of one of the two railway bridges within the Rupertswood Estate. There are gnarled gum trees in the foreground and hilltops across the skyline. In the middle distance there is a view of the railway embankment.rupertswood, railway bridges, rupertswood estate, estates, bridges, boardman, eric, sunbury news, newspapers, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, c late 1980s
... rupertswood estate...The series of photographs show a number of sites included in the Rupertswood Estate. By 1851 William Clarke had acquired 31,375 acres of land in the Sunbury district. ...A coloured photograph of a herd of Fresian cows crossing a small bridge on the Rupertswood Estate. The cows were from the agricultural studies faculty at Salesian College....The Salesian Fathers bought the Rupertswood property in June 1927 and established Salesian College. rupertswood estate clarke william j. t. 'big bull' salesian brothers george evans collection A coloured photograph of a herd of Fresian cows crossing a small bridge on the Rupertswood Estate. ...The series of photographs show a number of sites included in the Rupertswood Estate. By 1851 William Clarke had acquired 31,375 acres of land in the Sunbury district. The foundation stone for Rupertswood Mansion was laid on 29th August 1874 by Mrs. W. J. Clarke, daughter-in-law of 'Big Bull'. The Salesian Fathers bought the Rupertswood property in June 1927 and established Salesian College.A coloured photograph of a herd of Fresian cows crossing a small bridge on the Rupertswood Estate. The cows were from the agricultural studies faculty at Salesian College.rupertswood estate, clarke, william j. t. 'big bull', salesian brothers, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, c late 1980s
... rupertswood estate...The series of photographs show a number of sites included in the Rupertswood Estate. By 1851 William Clarke had acquired 31,375 acres of land in the Sunbury district. ...A coloured photograph of the bluestone and iron rail bridge over the Jacksons Creek on the Rupertswood Estate. One stone pylon at the top of the embankment and an iron pylon are visible along with the stone wall at the base of the embankment and part of the iron span. ...The Salesian Fathers bought the Rupertswood property in June 1927 and established Salesian College. rupertswood estate clarke william j. t. 'big bull' salesian brothers george evans collection A coloured photograph of the bluestone and iron rail bridge over the Jacksons Creek on the Rupertswood Estate. ...The series of photographs show a number of sites included in the Rupertswood Estate. By 1851 William Clarke had acquired 31,375 acres of land in the Sunbury district. The foundation stone for Rupertswood Mansion was laid on 29th August 1874 by Mrs. W. J. Clarke, daughter-in-law of 'Big Bull'. The Salesian Fathers bought the Rupertswood property in June 1927 and established Salesian College.A coloured photograph of the bluestone and iron rail bridge over the Jacksons Creek on the Rupertswood Estate. One stone pylon at the top of the embankment and an iron pylon are visible along with the stone wall at the base of the embankment and part of the iron span. A post and wire fence is in the foreground.rupertswood estate, clarke, william j. t. 'big bull', salesian brothers, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, early 1990's
... ...rupertswood estate...A coloured photograph of a scarred tree trunk at Rupertswood estate. It is a close-up photograph of the lower section of the tree. ...The photographs were included in a study of these sites which was published by the Shire of Bulla in the early 1990's. aboriginal ring sites scarred trees rupertswood estate george evans collection A coloured photograph of a scarred tree trunk at Rupertswood estate. ...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 -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph
... ...rupertswood estate...A black and white photograph of one of the two bridges which were constructed in the Rupertswood Estate. There are gum trees which have partially hidden the bridge, in the foreground. ...Hume City Civic Collection 44 Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne The photo is one of the images from the Eric Boardman collection which is held by the George Evans Museum. rupertswood railway bridges bridges rupertswood estate estates newspapers boardman eric sunbury news george evans collection A black and white photograph of one of the two bridges which were constructed in the Rupertswood Estate. ...The photo is one of the images from the Eric Boardman collection which is held by the George Evans Museum.A black and white photograph of one of the two bridges which were constructed in the Rupertswood Estate. There are gum trees which have partially hidden the bridge, in the foreground. The railway incline and embankment are across the middle distance and barehills are across the skyline.rupertswood, railway bridges, bridges, rupertswood estate, estates, newspapers, boardman, eric, sunbury news, george evans collection -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Postcard, Murfett Publishers, 'Rupertswood', C1970s
... The six images are sites within the Rupertswood Estate and are as follows: Clockwise from L-R- Sheep at the Bridge crossing at Jacksons Creek, Friesan Stud sale, Shearing sheep, Jackson Creek flats, Rupertswood Mansion, Railway bridge spanning Jacksons Creek....A postcard with six non-digital photographs of sites within the Rupertswood Estate. Information about each site and the manufacturer's details are on the back of the card....The six images are sites within the Rupertswood Estate and are as follows: Clockwise from L-R- Sheep at the Bridge crossing at Jacksons Creek, Friesan Stud sale, Shearing sheep, Jackson Creek flats, Rupertswood Mansion, Railway bridge spanning Jacksons Creek. ...The post card waas assembled by Salesian College, which is in Rupertswood Mansion. The six images are sites within the Rupertswood Estate and are as follows: Clockwise from L-R- Sheep at the Bridge crossing at Jacksons Creek, Friesan Stud sale, Shearing sheep, Jackson Creek flats, Rupertswood Mansion, Railway bridge spanning Jacksons Creek. Initially Salesian College started as an agricultural school training boys in farm skills. It is now a co-educational secondary college.A postcard with six non-digital photographs of sites within the Rupertswood Estate. Information about each site and the manufacturer's details are on the back of the card.Across the centre of the postcard: GREETINGS FROM RUPERTSWOODrupertswood mansion, salesian college, railway viaduct, jacksons creek, sheep shearing, friesan cattle, sunbury -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph
... A coloured photograph of the Jackson Creek in flood along a river flat within the Rupertswood Estate. There are bare hills in the background and a fenced off run in the foreground....The Jackson Creek overflowed its banks and the surrounding flood plain area was under water. floods weather patterns jacksons creek george evans collection A coloured photograph of the Jackson Creek in flood along a river flat within the Rupertswood Estate. There are bare hills in the background and a fenced off run in the foreground. ...The series of photographs were taken after exceptional heavy rain had fallen in Sunbury in the early 1990s. The Jackson Creek overflowed its banks and the surrounding flood plain area was under water.A coloured photograph of the Jackson Creek in flood along a river flat within the Rupertswood Estate. There are bare hills in the background and a fenced off run in the foreground.floods, weather patterns, jacksons creek, george evans collection -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, Rupertswood Mansion
... Rupertswood Estate...Many important events have taken place in Sunbury within the Rupertswood grounds over the years. Rupertswood Estate rupertswood mansion W.J.Clarke A non-digital black and white photograph of a double storey grand mansion with a return verandah on the ground floor and a balcony with decorative iron lace across the front. ...The grand building is Rupertswood Mansion which was the Sunbury home of the Clarke family. The foundation stone was laid29th August 1874 by Mrs. W.J. Clarke the first wife of W.J.Clarke. The property along with the Clarke family have been interwoven with Sunbury's history over the decades and remained in the Clarke family until 1922 when H.V. McKay of Sunshine Harvester fame purchased the property. The Salesian Fathers purchased it in 1927 and since that time the property has been a school. Many important events have taken place in Sunbury within the Rupertswood grounds over the years. A non-digital black and white photograph of a double storey grand mansion with a return verandah on the ground floor and a balcony with decorative iron lace across the front. An elegant tower is over the main entrance.rupertswood estate, rupertswood mansion, w.j.clarke -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, c1900's
... ...rupertswood estate...The building of Rupertswood was a most important event in the district history because ......................... rupertswood rupertswood estate clarke william (sir) mckay hugh victor salesian college schools sunbury salesian order george evans collection A black and white photograph of Rupertswood Mansion. ...The foundation stone was laid on 29 August 1874 by the first wife of Sir William Clarke, ................. The building of Rupertswood was a most important event in the district history because .........................A black and white photograph of Rupertswood Mansion.rupertswood, rupertswood estate, clarke, william (sir), mckay, hugh victor, salesian college, schools, sunbury, salesian order, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph
... ...rupertswood estate...Hume City Civic Collection 44 Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne grassland rupertswood estate george evans collection A coloured photograph of the grassland and scrub land which is situated north of Rupertswood. ...A coloured photograph of the grassland and scrub land which is situated north of Rupertswood.grassland, rupertswood estate, george evans collection -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, c 1990s
... ...rupertswood estate...Further encampments were held on this site in 1874 and 1877. canon gully rupertswood estate encampments clarke william j. t. ...Canon Gully is situated about 2 km upstream from the railway bridge at Rupertswood. In 1864 it was the site for the military encampment of the Victorian Volunteer Forces. William Clarke allowed the military to stage the annual event on his property. Further encampments were held on this site in 1874 and 1877.A coloured photograph of a wide valley with cleared hills in the background. The tree lined creek or watercourse is across the middle distance of the image.canon gully, rupertswood estate, encampments, clarke, william j. t. 'big bull', victorian volunteer forces, george evans collection -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, Bridge repairs
... ...Rupertswood estate....Students now use buses to travel to and from the school. railways salesian college rupertswood siding. Rupertswood estate. A scanned non-digital black and white photograph of work being done along a rail line. ...Work was being done repairing a bridge on the Sunbury - Bendigo line at the former Rupertswood siding, which in the past was used initially by guests who would arrive at the Rupertswood mansion and of latter years by students from Salesian College. The siding has been dismantled. Students now use buses to travel to and from the school.A scanned non-digital black and white photograph of work being done along a rail line. There is a large crane beside the rail track and a rail car is also on the line.railways, salesian college, rupertswood siding., rupertswood estate. -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph, early 1990s
... The double gates are open so the roadway into the Rupertswood estate is visible....The double gates are open so the roadway into the Rupertswood estate is visible. Photograph ...The Rupertswood Gatehouse, iron fence and gates are of state historical and architectural importance as they are probably the most distinctive structures of their type in Victoria.A coloured photograph of the Rupertswood Lodge, iron fence and gates. At the gateway there are double gates and two single gates on either side. The four gateposts are stone with a decorative finish on the top. The double gates are open so the roadway into the Rupertswood estate is visible.clarke, william john (sir), rupertswood gatehouse, salesian college, george evans collection -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, c 1910
... The photograph was taken from the iron bridge on the Rupertswood Estate. The tower of the Rupertswood Mansion can be seen in the distance. ...Sunbury Global Learning Centre Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne The photograph was taken from the iron bridge on the Rupertswood Estate. The tower of the Rupertswood Mansion can be seen in the distance. ...The photograph was taken from the iron bridge on the Rupertswood Estate. The tower of the Rupertswood Mansion can be seen in the distance. The Eadie family were business people and millers in Sunbury.A post card featuring a dark sepia image of a creek with a large house in the distance. There is a hand written message on the back.Written on the back: Dear old boy Many happy returns of the 8th. I . . . . . . . . . . . . making the . . . .Yours ever Will. Iron bridge at Rupertswood. Mr Hal Eadie Dannevirke NZ.rupertswood mansion, jacksons creek -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, Rabbit Canning
... The Rabbit Canning Factory was established on land that was part of the Rupertswood estate, near the present site of Sunbury Secondary College. ...The Rabbit Canning Factory was established on land that was part of the Rupertswood estate, near the present site of Sunbury Secondary College. ...The Rabbit Canning Factory was established on land that was part of the Rupertswood estate, near the present site of Sunbury Secondary College. Tins of rabbit meat produced at the factory were sold on the local and overseas markets. .The venture to can rabbit meat was seen as a lucrative move to try and manage the multitude of rabbits that had been introduced into Australia in the early days of European settlement.A digital coloured photograph of a coloured label that was used on tins of rabbit meat.Rupertswood Rabbit Canning Factory Sunburyrabbits, labels, rabbit canning factory, sunbury -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, The Lodge Rupertswood, c1920s
... The post card is of 'The Lodge' and the gateway to the Rupertswood Estate, which was owned by the Clarke family. ...Sunbury Global Learning Centre Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne The post card is of 'The Lodge' and the gateway to the Rupertswood Estate, which was owned by the Clarke family. ...The post card is of 'The Lodge' and the gateway to the Rupertswood Estate, which was owned by the Clarke family. 'The Lodge' was the former gatekeeper's cottage. When William Clarke had the mansion built he styled it on similar homes that the upper-classes in Britain owned. It was customary to include a Lodge at the main gate and a private railway siding along landscaped gardens. A non-digital sepia photograph in postcard format of a two storey bluestone building partially hidden behind trees and an entrance with imposing gateposts and iron fence. On the lower LHS - THE LODGE RUPERTSWOODrupertswood mansion, the lodge, sunbury -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumPhotograph - School Photograph, Fotek School Portraits, Salesian College Rupertswood, Sunbury, 1978, HSC, 1978
... Set against the backdrop of the historic Rupertswood estate, the photograph is more than a record of faces—it is a snapshot of a community shaped by shared experiences, enduring friendships, and the values of the Salesian tradition. ...Set against the backdrop of the historic Rupertswood estate, the photograph is more than a record of faces—it is a snapshot of a community shaped by shared experiences, enduring friendships, and the values of the Salesian tradition. ...This class photograph of the 1978 Higher School Certificate (HSC) cohort at Salesian College, Rupertswood, captures a defining moment in the educational journey of its senior students. Taken in the final year of their secondary schooling, the image reflects a time of transition, achievement, and anticipation as these young men prepared to step beyond the gates of Rupertswood and into the wider world. Set against the backdrop of the historic Rupertswood estate, the photograph is more than a record of faces—it is a snapshot of a community shaped by shared experiences, enduring friendships, and the values of the Salesian tradition. The students pictured here were part of a generation that embraced both academic challenge and personal growth, guided by the principles of faith, integrity, and service. As a historical artifact, this image offers future generations a glimpse into the life and spirit of the college in the late 1970s. It stands as a tribute to the legacy of Salesian education and the formative role it played in preparing students for life beyond school.This 1978 class photograph of the HSC cohort at Salesian College, Rupertswood, holds enduring historical and cultural value as a visual record of a pivotal moment in the lives of its students and the broader school community. Taken within the grounds of the historic Rupertswood estate, the image captures the final year of secondary education for a group of young men shaped by the Salesian tradition of holistic learning, spiritual growth, and community service. The photograph is significant not only for documenting the individuals who comprised the graduating class of 1978, but also for reflecting the values and spirit of the time. It represents a rite of passage—marking the transition from school life to adulthood—and embodies the camaraderie, resilience, and shared experiences that defined the Rupertswood journey. As a preserved artifact, this image contributes to the collective memory of the college. It offers future generations a tangible connection to the past, highlighting the enduring impact of Salesian education in preparing students to meet life’s challenges with integrity, compassion, and purpose.Colour photograph of HSC level students in a plastic wallet.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, hsc, 1978, philip donohue, vic lakey, berand graham, damien chrystie, kym stuart, tony scully, peter lowe, tony hill, geoff nation, chris butler, coridal mcguire, mark murrell, peter symons, tom quinn, bruce oswald, paul moody, michael taylor, brendon fallon, mick taylor, terry payne, mark whorlow, brian lynch., peter gallagher, michael fallon, joe harper, damien synott, michael mcconnell, peter summers, john torr, pat redman, robert dejong, russell dunon., rick dalbon, andy readman, liam leonard, steve millett, peter aggrawal, clinton welch, robert hughes, steve nash, brendan wilson., fr. t. jennings, john tesoriero -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumBooklet - School Yearbook, Salesian College, Rupertswood, "Certantes in Vita" 1978, 1978
... Nestled within the historic Rupertswood estate, the college remained committed to its mission of educating young people in the spirit of Don Bosco—through reason, religion, and loving-kindness. ...Nestled within the historic Rupertswood estate, the college remained committed to its mission of educating young people in the spirit of Don Bosco—through reason, religion, and loving-kindness. ...School yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.A stapled, card-covered, forty-eight-page book. Shows age with damaged corners of front cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1978 -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumBooklet - School Yearbook, Salesian College, Rupertswood, "Certantes in Vita" 1975, 1975
... Nestled within the historic Rupertswood estate in Sunbury, the college continued to uphold its mission of nurturing young minds and hearts through a balanced education grounded in the Salesian values of faith, integrity, and community. ...Nestled within the historic Rupertswood estate in Sunbury, the college continued to uphold its mission of nurturing young minds and hearts through a balanced education grounded in the Salesian values of faith, integrity, and community. ...School yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.A stapled, card-covered, forty-eight-page book with loose card cover. Oil stain bottom right of page 11 and bottom left of p.12.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1975 -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumBooklet - School Yearbook, Salesian College, Rupertswood, "Certantes in Vita" 1976, 1976
... Set within the historic and inspiring surrounds of the Rupertswood estate, the college remained steadfast in its commitment to the Salesian educational philosophy—fostering the intellectual, spiritual, and personal development of every student. ...Situated within the historic Rupertswood estate, the college in 1976 continued to foster a learning environment grounded in faith, integrity, and community. ...School yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.A stapled, card-covered, forty-eight-page book with loose card cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1976 -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumBooklet - School Yearbook, Salesian College, Rupertswood, "Certantes in Vita" 1974, 1974
... Set within the historic Rupertswood estate in Sunbury, the college continued to uphold its mission of holistic education, deeply rooted in the Salesian values of faith, community, and service. ...Set within the historic Rupertswood estate in Sunbury, the college continued to uphold its mission of holistic education, deeply rooted in the Salesian values of faith, community, and service. ...School yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.A stapled, card-covered, forty-eight-page book with loose card cover. Oil stain bottom right of page 11 and bottom left of p.12.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1974 -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, Horse Racing, c1900 - 1910
... Races at Sunbury began in 1886 with the establishment of the Sunbury Racecourse that was located along Racecourse Road on a section of the Rupertswood Estate on land consisting of six furlongs and two straights. ...Races at Sunbury began in 1886 with the establishment of the Sunbury Racecourse that was located along Racecourse Road on a section of the Rupertswood Estate on land consisting of six furlongs and two straights. ...The people in the photograph were enjoying a day out at a Sunbury race meeting some time in the early 1900s. Races at Sunbury began in 1886 with the establishment of the Sunbury Racecourse that was located along Racecourse Road on a section of the Rupertswood Estate on land consisting of six furlongs and two straights. The site included a patron’s stand, saddling paddock, bookmakers’ enclosure, two bars, a committee room, judges box, stables, toilets, six entrance gates and ticket boxes. Special trains from Melbourne brought patrons and horses to the Sunbury race meetings. A report in the Melbourne Argus newspaper in 1922, stated that city taxi drivers came out to Sunbury to drive patrons to the racecourse, which was located about 3 kms from the Sunbury station. Some time however, between 1886 and 1901, there was a period when the racing club had been inactive. A meeting was called in 1901 to restore the club’s activities. With a substantial loan from Mr. Clarke the committee was able to organise the installation of a turnstile, perimeter fencing and irrigation of the course by a windmill that pumped water from a recently constructed dam that was on the estate. The club continued to function until 1942, during World War 2, and did not resume activities after the end of the war. The land was eventually sold for housing development. The Sunbury Race meetings were popular with the racing fraternity not only in the district but further afield and were deemed sufficiently important to run special trains from Melbourne to Sunbury on Race days.A non-digital sepia photograph with a strong cardboard backing of a crowd of people dressed smartly for a day out at the races. Most of the spectators are seated in a long marquee. Three men on the RHS are looking at a horse that is lying on the ground.On the back of the card there are scribbled notes and numbers which seem to indicate the photograph has been used for a publication at some time.sunbury race meetings, sunbury race course, racecourse road -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumBooklet - School Yearbook, Salesian College, Rupertswood, "Certantes in Vita" 1973, 1973
... Situated within the historic Rupertswood estate, the college in this period exemplified the Salesian commitment to holistic education—integrating academic excellence, faith formation, and community engagement. ...School yearbook, presenting details of the events and students at Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.A stapled, card-covered, fifty-two page book with loose card cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students at Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1973 -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumBooklet - School Yearbook, Salesian College, Rupertswood, "Certantes in Vita" 1977, 1977
... Situated within the iconic Rupertswood estate, the college in 1977 continued to foster a learning environment rooted in the Salesian tradition—emphasizing academic achievement, spiritual formation, and community engagement. ...School yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.A stapled, card-covered, sixty-four-page book with loose card cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1977 -
Hume City Civic CollectionPhotograph - Gate House or he Lodge
... The building is the former Gate House or Lodge that is at the gates at Rupertswood in Macedon Street. A lodge was often erected at the entrance of a large estate to direct guests to the mansion or reject unauthorised people from entering the property....Hume City Civic Collection 44 Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne The building is the former Gate House or Lodge that is at the gates at Rupertswood in Macedon Street. A lodge was often erected at the entrance of a large estate to direct guests to the mansion or reject unauthorised people from entering the property. ...The building is the former Gate House or Lodge that is at the gates at Rupertswood in Macedon Street. A lodge was often erected at the entrance of a large estate to direct guests to the mansion or reject unauthorised people from entering the property. The presence for a Gatehouse or Lodge erected at the entrance of a larger property was a tradition copied by wealthy landowners in the Colony from one practised by the upper classes in Britain. A coloured photograph of blue stone top storey cottage with a slate roof surrounded by an attractive garden. The building has 3 chimneys and there is a smaller single storey wing added to the building.the lodge, the gatehouse, rupertswood, macedon street -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, 'Rupertswood', 17 March 1934
... 'Rupertswood' mansion, in Sunbury, was the former home of Sir Rupert Clarke. His original estate covered 137317 acres in various areas in the district of Bourke in the 1880s. ...Sunbury Global Learning Centre Macedon Street Sunbury melbourne 'Rupertswood' mansion, in Sunbury, was the former home of Sir Rupert Clarke. His original estate covered 137317 acres in various areas in the district of Bourke in the 1880s. ...'Rupertswood' mansion, in Sunbury, was the former home of Sir Rupert Clarke. His original estate covered 137317 acres in various areas in the district of Bourke in the 1880s. The 'Rupertwood' property was eventually acquired by the Salesian Order and functioned as a boys' school where many were trained in farming skills. In the 1990s it became a coeducational secondary college.The photograph appeared in the Leader newspaper on 17th March 1934. The Clarke family acquired and settled much land in the Sunbury area and today 'Rupertswood' Mansion is one of the surviving grand nineteenth century mansions in Victoria. The Catholic Church has also played a prominent role in educating many of the young people in the district. A non-digital sepia photograph of the 'Rupertswood' mansion set on a rise with surrounding farmland and some outbuildings. A handwritten description is on the back of the photograph gives information about the property and the Clarke family.rupertswood mansion, salesian college, catholic church, catholic education, education, schools -
Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society Inc.Photograph, Rupertswood Siding
... When William Clarke built Rupertswood Mansion in 1874, he also included his own railway station and a lodge at the main gates of the estate. ...The steam train is pulling into the former Rupertswood Station. Guests who were invited to the Clarke family's mansion, 'Rupertswood Mansion' used Rupertswood Station after the servants had departed the train at Sunbury Station. This ensured that the servants arrived at the mansion and were able to arrange the luggage in the allotted rooms before the guests arrived. In later years students from Salesian College, who needed to travel up the line from Sunbury used the siding, which was finally closed as buses transported the students.When William Clarke built Rupertswood Mansion in 1874, he also included his own railway station and a lodge at the main gates of the estate. He copied this practice from large estates in England.A black and white non-digital photograph of a passenger steam train arriving at a station with passengers waiting to board the train.rupertswood station, steam locomotives, rupertswood mansion, sunbury
