The Stafford Reef mine was operating from the early 1900's until at least 1936. The Stafford Reef Tribute Company was listed in September 16, 1870, in the Victorian Government Gazettes (Gazette 62). Two pages of information on the Stafford Reef mine site on the east side of Diamond Hill, overlooking Diamond Hill Road, Bendigo. The history of the site, description of physical remains still extant, cultural significance, conservation policy and recommendations for implementation are listed. Assessment of the site by David Bannear, 1992. stafford reef, stafford reef mine site, diamond hill, gold mining, david bannear, bendigo