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East Melbourne, Hotham Street 131
Sale brochure for Apartment 1, 131 Hotham Street, East Melbourne. Expressions of Interest closing 15 June 2015. Photos. Plans
- 2115 reads
Let's play spot the barrister
Pen and ink sketch with caption, Let's play spot the barrister, by Patricia Broadbent. Created to illustrate a flyer publicising a social function held by the East Melbourne Group.
- 2569 reads
Those East Melbourne people really know how to enjoy themselves
Pen and ink sketch with caption, Those East Melbourne people really know how to enjoy themselves, by Patricia Broadbent. Created to illustrate a flyer publicising a social function held by the East Melbourne Group.
- 2343 reads
East Melbourne, Albert Street 041, Windsor Place
Auction brochure for 41 Albert Street, scheduled for 24 October 2015. Photos. Plans. Sold $2,510,000.
- 2241 reads
East Melbourne, Gipps Street 159, Little Parndon
Auction brochure for 159 Gipps Street, scheduled for 15 June 2013. Photos. Plans. Separate sheet with outline of property's history. Also two articles from The Age: 5-6 July 2013; 17 June 2013. Sold $1,750.000
- 2722 reads
East Melbourne, Albert Street 042
Auction brochure for 42 Albert Street, scheduled for 14 September 2013. Photos. Plans. Sold after: $1,780.000.
- 2275 reads
A hall full of memories
Newspaper article by Shane Green writing of his memories of Dallas Brooks Hall in Albert Street, East Melbourne. The building is about to be demolished to make way for apartments and new facilities for the Grand Lodge of the Freemasons.
Also a newspaper article about the development plans.
- 2563 reads
Lygon St shop has led to la dolce vita
Newspaper article by Claire Heaney about Joanna and Ottorino Pace, their meeting, marrying and founding of Casa del Gelato in Lygon Street, Carlton. Joanna and Ottorino Pace have lived in East Melbourne for many years. Joanna died in 2015.
- 2523 reads
Hilton Hotel in closure proposal
Newspaper article by Chris Vedelago about the possible closure of the Hilton Hotel in Clarendon Street, East Melbourne. At the time of the article the owners, Brookfield, had the property and two adjoining properties up for sale. Mention is made of development plans for the adjoining properties and the strong community opposition to them, particularly from the East Melbourne Group.
- 2498 reads
Simply the best for Victoria's richest man
Historical article by Jenny Brown about Sir William Clark and his vast town house, Cliveden, on the corner of Wellington Parade and Clarendon Street, East Melbourne. It was demolished to make way for the Hilton Hotel, now the Pullman Hotel.
- 2756 reads
Worship at temple of Shirley
Newspaper article by Suzanne Carbone about Shirley Strauss on the occasion she opened her apartment in East Melbourne for a photo shoot with models wearing vintage clothes to promote a charity function. She was one of the models.
- 2452 reads
Dip in sporting history
Historical article by Jenny Brown about the old Olympic Swimming Pool and other sporting arenas in the sporting precinct of East Melbourne. Includes some quotes from Professor Blainey on the origins of Australian Rules football.
- 2337 reads
Opinion shaper in media and business. Obituary: Peter Maund
Obituary for Peter Maund by his sister-in-law, Suzie St George. Peter Maund lived for many years at 112 Powlett Street, East Melbourne.
- 2508 reads
Historical murder mystery unearthed
Newspaper article by Carolyn Webb about the discovery by staff at the National Trust of Victoria that a murder had taken place at Tasma Terrace, where the National Trust has its headquarters. In 1890 Edith Jubb, manager of the house when it was a lodging house, was shot dead. It was originally deemed to be a case of suicide and not investigated further.
- 2554 reads
East Melbourne, George Street 182
Sale brochure for 182 George Street, expressions of interest closing 14 September 2015. Photos. Plans on separate sheet. Also newspaper clipping about the house.
- 2434 reads
Sausages and memories
Newspaper article by Paul Daffey about Holy Trinity Church and its connections with Australian Rules football, particularly with Arthur Mueller 'Joe' Pearce, a member of the congregation, star footballer and WW1 hero.
- 2707 reads
High water mark could spell end of restrictions
Article by Reid Sexton about the City of Melbourne's new water recycling plant underneath Darling Street, East Melbourne. The plant will collect storm water from neighbouring streets.
- 2148 reads
An almighty nightmare
Article about East Melbourne residents, led by Siusan MacKenzie, protesting against development by Catholic Church of a site on the corner of Albert Street and Hoddle Street because of inadequate parking. The new building will accommodate 400 people in its dining room but only provide 59 parking spaces.
- 2520 reads
East Melbourne, George Street 193, Sunnyside
Auction brochure for 193 George Street, scheduled for 14 September 2013. Photos. Plans on separate sheet.
The house, earlier in the year, was advertised for sale by expressions of interest and failed to sell. It also failed to sell at the auction but was sold at auction the following February for $6,560,000.
- 2638 reads
Diamonds are forever for NGV
Two newspaper clippings:
1. Report of fund raising function held at the National Gallery of Victoria to raise money for its international fashion collection. Among the guests were Harold and Krystyna Campbell-Pretty of East Melbourne. Photo
- 3114 reads
Bar-diner soaked in history
Review of Tippler & Co, a bar and restaurant occupying the site of the former Cafe Balzac started by George and Mirka Mora in 1956.
- 2447 reads
The never-ending battle for heritage
An article about heritage protection and the groups that are leading the battle: the East Melbourne Group, the National Trust, the Carlton Association and more recently Melbourne Heritage Action.
- 2423 reads
Huge fight to tackle Great Fire of 1897
An historical article about the Eastern Hill Fire Station and the Great Fire of 1897. The fire station is now Eastern Hill Fire Museum.
- 2595 reads
Hello to El Cubano
Review of Hard Pressed, a cafe specialising in Cuban sandwiches and boutique coffee.
- 2503 reads
Icon corners site
Reports of the sale and redevelopment of the hotel at 30 Powlett Street, on the corner of George Street. The price was speculated at $15 million.
Capital Gain column by Marc Pallisco in The Age, 17 October 2015, Business Day, p.13; The Age, 7 May 2016, Business Day, p.12.
- 2492 reads
Sale of shop
Report of sale of shop at 74 Wellington Parade for $3,025,000.
- 2191 reads
Sale of Art Deco flats
Report of sale of Art Deco block of flats at 1081 Hoddle Street after being held by the one family for 70 years. Sold for $2,570,000.
- 2530 reads
Record $13m for site overlooking MCG
Report of sale of commercial building on the corner of Wellington Parade and Powlett Street, after many years in the ownership of the Paton family.
- 2298 reads
Community minded people of East Melbourne
A page of four pen and ink sketches with collective title of 'Community minded people of East Melbourne'. Each sketch shows a small group of people stopped for a casual chat, their common interests clearly defined: the Garden Club, books, children and (possibly) daily life.
- 2485 reads
East Melbourne Group - planning matters
A file of photocopied correspondence relating to various planning matters in which the East Melbourne Group was involved between 1998 and 2000, including:
Bishopscourt, 120 Clarendon Street
Melbourne Planning Scheme - Heritage Review
Yarra Park car parking
East Collingwood Drill Hall
50 Berry Street
- 2811 reads
Man on quest for grandfather he never knew
Newspaper clipping telling the story of Malcolm Mathias' search for his lost grandfather who he believes was Lt. Clark Maxwell Gray who died at Fromelles in WW1. Lt Gray's father was principal of Pesbyterian Ladies College, and he, himself, went to Scotch College, both in East Melbourne. Lt Gray was one of several hundred men and women from East Melbourne who served in the Great War.
- 3302 reads
Victoria and its Metropolis, Vol II
Victoria and its metropolis : past and present, Vol 2
"With contributed papers by R.L.J. Ellery...[et al]."-T.p. vol. 2.
Subtitle: The colony and its people in 1888.
includes biographical details of persons and companies.
Includes indexes.
Poor condition: covers missing; title page loose and foxed
- 4110 reads
East Melbourne Group - Minutes 1997-1998
Minutes July 1997 to November 1998, some missing. These contain updates on several planning matters running at the time.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2252 reads
East Melbourne Group - Cliveden Hill Hospital 1998
Correspondence and documentation pertaining to the Application for a Planning Permit for work at 29 Simpson Street, East Melbourne, Cliveden Hill Hospital, from April 1998 to November 1998.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2295 reads
East Melbourne Group - 1 Powlett Street 1998
Correspondence and documentation pertaining to the Application for a Planning Permit for work at 148-160 Wellington Parade (1 Powlett Street), East Melbourne
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2258 reads
East Melbourne Group - Bishopscourt subdivision 1998
Memo regarding proposed subdivision at Bishopscourt
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2301 reads
East Melbourne Group - Constitution 1972
Copy of the constitution of the East Melbourne Group 1972
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2062 reads
East Melbourne Group - Annual General Meeting 1998
Annual General Meeting of the East Melbourne Group 1998:Agenda, Notes, Financial Statement and Minutes.
Also list of committee members
Also list of general members
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2164 reads
East Melbourne Group - Social 1998
Collection of material relating to social functions: flyers, quotes, attendees, photo of Suzy Norton at Hilton in 2011.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2010 reads
East Melbourne Group - Newsletters 1996,1998
The East Melbourne Group Newsletter March 1996
and notes for EMG newsletter Mar/Apr 1998
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2011 reads
East Melbourne Group - Proposed video 1998
Correspondence to Winston Burchett and notes regarding a proposal to make a new video along the lines of the one made by Winston Burchett in the 1970s. Also photocopy of newspaper clipping about Bentley Dean, a winner of the ABC's 'Race Around the World' who, with another, was considering the assignment.
- 2137 reads
The Planning of East Melbourne, article by Winston Burchett
Photocopy of 'The Planning of East Melbourne' by Winston Burchett, published in The Victorian History Journal (Journal of the Royal Historical Society of Victora).
Stuck to it is a membership card for the East Melbourne Group, not filled in.
- 2048 reads
Capital City News April/May 1999
Copy of Capital City News with a photograph and article about new lord mayor, Peter Costigan, a resident of East Melbourne.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2150 reads
Public Consultation Report: Fitzroy and Treasury Gardens Nov 1994
Fitzroy and Treasury Gardens Public Consultation Report, correspondence and map of Parks Gardens and Reserves showing areas allocated as 'off leash' areas for dogs.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2178 reads
Resident Parking
Correspondence from City of Melbourne about proposal to charge a $20 fee for residential parking permits
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2032 reads
Presbyterian Ladies' College, East Melbourne
Copies of three photos taken from early prospectus for Presbyterian Ladies College, and a humorous poem about PLC in the 1950s.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2473 reads
Walking Tour of East Melbourne
Photocopy of 'Walking Tour of East Melbourne' published by the National trust (Victoria) in association with the East Melbourne Group. First published 1982, copyright Winston Burchett.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2407 reads
Feud over rooms with an MCG view
Newspaper clippings about a proposal to build over the railway line between Vale Street and Jolimont Station. A letter to the editor in response from Lotte Mulligan. No date but c.1998.
Part of a collection of miscellaneous correspondence and documents circulated among committee members of the East Melbourne Group in the years 1997-98.
- 2126 reads
Redmond Barry: A Colonial Life 1813-1880
A booklet outlining the life of Redmond Barry by Peter Ryan. Barry died at his East Melbourne home, Valetta, 206 Clarendon Street.
Tucked into the booklet were two newspaper clippings about Barry:
1. 'Kelly's final Victim' by Peter Ryan. The Age, 18 30 September 1980
2. 'No finer gentleman than Mr Barry' by Keith Dunstan. The Age, 18 April 1988
- 3140 reads