James Reginald Henty was the son of Thomas and Charlotte Henty (nee Carter). James inherited the property on his father’s death and remained there until he, himself died. A Berwick Shire Councillor and Shire President in 1913 to 1914. This boulder marks the place where J Reg Henty’s ashes were scattered after his death. Reference:… Read More
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Edwin Flack Statue
August 12, 2011 by 2 Comments
Plaque 1 Transcription Edwin H. Flack Australia’s First Olympic Gold Medalist Edwin Flack was the sole Australian to compete in the first Modern Olympic Games in 1896 at Athens Greece. Flack took part in five events 800m, 1500m, and marathon (athletics) and in the Tennis (singles & doubles). Flack was successful in winning the 800m… Read More
Ash Wednesday Memorial Park
August 11, 2011 by 1 Comment
Plaque 1 (Lives & Property Lost) Transcription This plaque was erected by the residents of Upper Beaconsfield in grateful appreciation of the outstanding assistance given to our community during and after the Ash Wednesday Bushfires 16 Febrary 1983. Our community losses included 21 lives / 186 homes / St. Johns Church / General Store /… Read More
Jessie Traill Reserve
August 10, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Further information on Jessie Traill can be found on the Brighton Historical Society’s website, or from the Australian Dictionary of Biography.
Cardinia Primary School (3689)
August 10, 2011 by 2 Comments
The Cardinia Primary School will be celebrating its centenary on 4-6 November 2011. Plans are underway for a Centenary Garden with a pathway made from engraved pavers. Order forms and full details of the school’s centenary project and celebrations are on the school’s website. Cardinia Primary School Honour Roll Transcription 1914 – Roll of Honor… Read More
Cardinia Public Hall
August 10, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Honour Board Transcription Cardinia Public Hall Honour Board Presidents Secretaries 1924 – 46 M. Conroy 1924 – 36 G. B. Beazley 1947 – 48 G. A. Dixon 1937 – 46 H. C. Smith 1949 – 50 D. Threnoworth 1947 – 48 C. L. Chapman 1951 M. M. Conroy 1949 R. Simpkin 1952 – 55 A…. Read More
Hugh Hodson Reserve
July 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
City of Berwick Councillor 1974-1982, and Mayor 1977-1978.Source: Place names of Berwick (City of Casey Historical Pamphlet 3) by Dr. Debbie Stephan
Beaconsfield War Memorial
July 30, 2011 by 1 Comment
Transcription (front) Sic G H ManningCpl A R BraggPte L ChristiePte J OsbornePte J F TuckerDvr H J HarbourBmbr A G ChildsPte E DineleySpr H McNaughton Erected as a tribute to the men who enlistedfrom Beaconsfield & district and in memory of thosewho have made the Supreme Sacrifice in the Great War 1914-1919 Transcription (side)… Read More