Bendigo Town Hall, Heritage Victoria ''A Goldfields Palace Blue Leaflet'' with coloured photographs and white text. Photographs courtesy of Westox Pty Ltd and the City of Greater Bendigo. 2002. Front page features the extensive work that would be undertaken for the restoration. A time line beginning 1851, gold discovered in Bendigo. 1854 German-born W. C. Vahland arrived in the colony. 1855 Town of Sandhurst (Bendigo) became a municipality. 1856 First Town Hall was a small timber building on View point. 1857 Vahland sets up his architectural practice with Robert Getzschmann. 1859 A new, two-storey Italianate Town hall designed by George Fletcher, Town Surveyor, was built. 1866-77 Two-storey extension added to the north of the building to house the council chamber. 1871-72 Addition of the Corn Exchange comprising two storeys and a basement to the north of the building. 1878-87 Major remodelling of the exterior and interior carried out to the designs of architect W. C. Vahland. The work comprised major extensions and the addition of three towers and mansard roof, reconstruction of the main stair, decorative plasterwork by Otto Waschatz (decorated Royal palace, Copenhagen), and council chamber painted by W. J. Straugher. 1902 Painting of the main hall by Coulter and Smith of Bendigo. 1913-15 Remodelling of offices. 1926 Replacement of main Hargreaves Street hall entrance, foyer and balcony with stage. 2000 Restoration works to the Town hall commence. The middle pages and the back show some of the conservation works that were required.bendigo, tourism, town hall restoration, 4-2000 www.heritage.vic.gov.au

A5 size publication of the Gipps-Land Gate, October-December, 1989 featuring an old picture of Dandenong on the cover. Harking Back 75 Years Ago Book To Mark Town Hall's Centenary A Revealing School Project Book New Proposals For Police Paddocks Development Govenor La Trobe Brought To Life More About John Conway Bourke Town Hall Restoration Pleasing An interesting group of Early Dandenong Personalities, Places and Eventshotel history, early education in dandenong, interesting milestones, family histories

Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2001. Restoration: the former glory of the Town Hall in Bull Street. Date unknown. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

The building was originally the Locomotive Hotel(1864-96), then the Yacht Club Hotel (1897-1909). From 1909 it was a boarding house until restoration as a family home in the 1980s Shot in 1973 with particular interest in architectureSet of 31 photographs taken in June and July 1973 Former Locomotive Hotel (then Yacht Club Hotel), then a boarding house since 1909 at 176 Princes StIdentified and dated on back in inkbuilt environment - commercial, built environment - domestic, princes street, locomotive hotel, yacht club hotel

Colour photograph of Old Buninyong Baths after restoration in 1993-94 showing the reinforced concrete wall built by returned soldiers from World War 1 circa 1919The swimming baths were originally built in the early 1870s and the reinforced concrete wall was constructed c 1919 by returned soldiers and was a focal point for community swimming until the 1950sColour photograph of the memorial garden created in the area of the old Buninyong Baths showing the reinforced concrete walls, plants, paths after restoration in 1993-94Old swimming pool, Buninyong gardens built c 1918, restored 1993-94. Photo taken Jan 1995returned soldiers ww1, buninyong gardens, memorial gardens, buninyong baths

Parry Collection In 2003, the Bendigo Town Hall was returned to its 19th-century splendour after an extensive restoration and renovation program including plasterworks, murals and gold leaf worked by artists and artisans. The original Bendigo Town Hall was designed in 1859 by Bendigo's town clerk, George Avery Fletcher. A council chamber was added in 1866 and a hall for the trading of grain, known as the Corn Exchange, was added in 1871-72. Although the architecture of the additional buildings adhered to that of the original building, the completed building was unpopular with both the citizens and council of the era. In a series of major works from 1878 to 1902 the Bendigo Town Hall was transformed by the architect William Vahland who was given the task of converting the hall into something worthy of Bendigo's leading position as the "City of Gold".[2] His work included extensive new offices, enlargement of the main hall and council chambers, the introduction of an interior decorative scheme, a clock tower and mansard roof. The exterior facades were also remodelled in the classical style. Vahland commissioned Otto Waschatz, who had just decorated the Royal Palace in Copenhagen, Denmark, to design the hall's interior which featured decorative plaster adorned with 22-carat gold leaf, reflecting the opulence of the "city built on gold". The end result, completed in 1885, was one of Vahland's most significant works and has been considered the finest "boom style" building of its kind in Victoria.Bendigo Town Hall Self Tour and conservation timeline brochure. 1. A yellow paper map with the history of the town hall on one side and a self guide tour and plans on the other side. 2. A glossy 4 page guide to the history of the town hall and timeline.history, bendigo, merle lummis collection, bendigo town hall

Original building was established by Whyke's family Grocery, built in 1860s. Stripped to apricot brickwork. Verandah removed. Situated East Side of Warrenheip St between Eyre St and Forest St, Buninyong. Building much altered and used as a restaurant in 1970s. Fell into disrepair. Revival took place but not restoration. 1990s under threat of demolition if not conforming to council safety requirements. Building has since been renovated as a pizza restaurant (2023). Vacant lots have since been built on.Established by a prominent local family, an example of a mid 19th century shop. Black and white photo of former Whykes Grocer, 1860's. Streetscape photo of former Whykes Grocer brick building. Power pole with Warrenheip St sign. 3 other shopfronts visible, street trees and vacant land between shops.buninyong, whykes, grocery, building, street scape, warrenheip st

Inscription on central pediment reads 1861 PUBLIC LIBRARY. Above door is a separate panel on which is inscribed FREE.Example of mid 19th century building constructed as a library for cultural and educational purposesB/W photo of Old Library, Eastern facade, after restoration, Warrenheip St north, Buninyong. In background on left side is false poppet head, associated with Buninyong Festival activities in De Soza Parkbuninyong, building, streetscape, warrenheip st., public library, poppet head, de soza park

Shows first stage of restoration of old swimming baths, and conversion to enclosed garden.B/W photo of old Swimming Baths in Buninyong Botanic Gardens, constructed by Shire Engineer C P Wilson c 1919 around existing pool.buninyong, swimming baths, botanic gardens, c p wilson

Shows first stage of restoration of old swimming baths, and conversion to enclosed garden.B/W photo of old Swimming Baths in Buninyong Botanic Gardens, constructed by Shire Engineer C P Wilson c 1919 around existing pool.buninyong, swimming baths, botanic gardens, c p wilson

Shows restoration of old swimming baths, and conversion to enclosed garden nearing completion.B/W photo of old Swimming Baths in Buninyong Botanic Gardens, constructed by Shire Engineer C P Wilson c 1919 around existing pool. Photo taken during refurbishment/conversion to walled garden. Old baths filled in, preparation for sunken lawn, bluestone edging, some planting in place.buninyong, swimming baths, botanic gardens, c p wilson

Shows restoration of old swimming baths, and conversion to enclosed garden work completed.B/W photo of old Swimming Baths in Buninyong Botanic Gardens, constructed by Shire Engineer C P Wilson c 1919 around existing pool. Photo taken during refurbishment/conversion to walled garden. Old baths filled in, sunken lawn established, 2 round garden beds in place and planted, bluestone edging, two benches just visible..buninyong, swimming baths, botanic gardens, c p wilson

Building historyB/W photo interior of Buninyong Court House, prior to restoration, Feb. 1986, with Shire Secretary Alan Helyer discussing plans with Deputy Engineer Bob Wiseman.Identification on reverse.buninyong, courthouse, sgire council

historic building, after restorationColour photograph, Clifton Villa (1859) Eyre St. Buninyong, front (east side), 3/4 view.buninyong, clifton villa, chimney

historic building, after restorationColour photograph, Clifton Villa (1859) Eyre St. Buninyong, front (east side).buninyong, clifton villa, chimney

Program for the celebration of the opening of St Kilda Town Hall on 26 June 1994 following its restoration after being damaged by fire on 7 April 1991. The event was 'a day of celebrations' and the building was opened by Sir Zelman Cowen. A stylised drawing of the Town Hall building is on the front.Folded cream card printed in redst kilda town hall fire, st kilda town hall, sir zelman cowen

The original, very large framed photograph of the ceremony of Unveiling of the Kew War Memorial, by His Excellency the Governor, Earl of Stradbroke KCMG, Sunday 30 August 1925. At the ceremony there were over five thousand in attendance crowding the intersection of High Street and Cotham Road. The voices of the Governor and the Mayor, Councillor Jabez Carnegie were amplified from four loud speakers on the dome of the memorial. A guard of honour from the 39th Battalion C.M.F. was present, together with the First Kew Troop of Boy Scouts. Restoration of the work by staff at the Grimwade Centre has been made possible by a contribution from Andrew McIntosh M.L.A.Iconic Australian photograph from the post-WW1 period. Nationally significant work reflecting how societies of the time invested social and spiritual values in commemorations of wartime.Framed large photograph. Kew War Memorial : Ceremony of Unveiling by His Excellency the Governor Earl of Stradbroke KCMG, Sunday 30th August 1925. Image of framed photo taken after cleaning and restoration by Grimwade Conservation Services. Digitally cleaned image included in carousel.Kew War Memorial: Ceremony of Unveiling by Sir Excellency the Governor Earl of Stradbroke KCMG, Sunday 30th August 1925 / Sears Studiokew war memorial - 1925, civic collection, sears studio, kew town hall

Peter Morley was elected to Council in 1987 and served as Mayor from 1989 - 1990. He was a supporter of restoration of the Town Hall and its use for council meetings as well as the Capital Theatre Project. In the years prior to adequate compensation for Mayors who have a hectic schedule Peter Morley who was in his early 30's when serving as Mayor noted that his own finances where impacted due to taking time off from work (as a plumber) and making financial contributions to attend events. Engraved pewter tankard with handle.Engraved on side; Presented to / The Mayor / Peter Morley / On the Occasion Of / The Official Opening Of / Tubemakers Metalcentre / 6th April 1990 On base; Selmark Pewtermayor morley, city of greater bendigo commerce

National Trust Collection: Bendigo Town Hall A variety of correspondence from July 1971 to February 1978, between The National Trust and Bendigo City Council on various letterheaded correspondence, typed letters and information regarding the restoration of the facade building and internal mural painting. 3084.77a 5 July 1971 to Councilor Oliver with thanks for a tour of the new building 3084.78b 27 July 1971 to Chairman of the National Trust (Vic) regarding comments received the "City Hall" 3084.78c 19 August 1971 between Administrator National Trust (Vic) to Father Stockdale acknowledging no local intention to demolish the Town Hall and preservation options 3084.78d 6 January 1972 National Trust (Vic) file note regarding maintenance and preservation of the building 3084.78e 13 January 1972 National Trust re concerns about the Council's position on the future of the building, its possible uses and tourist attraction 3087.78f 9 June 1972 town Clerk writes to National Trust re its supporting "B" classification of the Bendigo Town Hall 3084.78g 15 June 1972 National Trust memorandum re Bendigo City Hall report 3084.78h 9 October 1972 Town Clerk advises that as alterations and renovations are underway to the City Hall, the Committee Room is not available until completion in February 1973 3084.78i 18 October 1972 National Trust is anxious to know the plans for the alterations concerning the former Council Chamber 3084.78j Town Clerk response to the request for information re renovations to the Council Chambers in the City Hall. Advice is that "Council's intention is to leave the Council Chambers in its present state, including furniture, as we consider it would lose its significance if it were altered in any way" 3084.78k 10 June 1976 Trust's Acting Curator of Decorative Arts writes to Council regarding the mural decorations in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall which are currently flaking and peeling from the walls in certain areas. 3084.78l 8 June 1976 Council responds and "Would appreciate the Trust's assistance regarding the mural decorations. Council is anxious to preserve the murals in their original condition and to achieve this would need some expert advice". 3084.78m 4 February 1977 Trust advises that the condition of the murals was discussed at its recent meeting and "would be glad to know what progress has been made to date towards the restoration of these important murals". 3084.78n Town Clerk advises in response "I regret that I have made no progress regarding the restoration of the murals". 3084.78o 8 February 1978 (2 pages) Mr. J. Jones' concerned about the present state of the Town Hall (murals, replacing the external urns on the parapet) and acknowledges council has allocated additional funds to carry on the restoration work caried out by Council 3084.78p 22 February 1978 Council responds that Mr. Jones' "concerns were reported to the Council's Ordinary meeting on 20 Feb. and it was resolved that the letter be received and your comments noted. Council requested that I thank you for your interest in this matter".