Photograph - Dale Stables Plantation St Maribyrnong Photograph, John Alchin, 2007

Historical information

Maribyrnong was originally part of the former Shire of Braybrook and later the City of Sunshine. However, in 1994, Victoria underwent council amalgamations, which resulted in Braybrook being incorporated into the City of Maribyrnong.

The suburb of Maribyrnong continues to attract considerable attention from the residents of City of Brimbank, particularly its historical features, the old buildings and distinctive streetscapes that characterise the area.

Built in C1920, the Dale Stables are recognised as one of the best surviving examples of private horse‑training stables in the district and are listed in the City of Maribrynong Heritage overlay.

The stables have strong associations with the Maribyrnong Racecourse (near Fisher’s property), the Ascot Racecourse and Flemington Racecourse.

The stables are historically tied to the Dale family, early settlers of the Maribyrnong township estate. The family were active in pig farming, road transport, horse rearing and local community development.

These photographs were taken prior to the stables being restored.

Physical description

Collection of digital photographs

Inscriptions & markings

5646.01 - Plantation St Maribyrnong - Dale Stables 2007 Photo 01.JPG
5646.02 - Plantation St Maribyrnong - Dale Stables 2007 Photo 02.JPG

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