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Punt Road Oval

Punt Road Oval development - flyer

A flyer produced by the East Melbourne Group and the East Melbourne Historical Society which was delivered to local residents as part of a campaign to stop redevelopment of the Punt Road Oval which in particular would mean the demolition of the historic Jack Dyer Stand. 

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Richmond Football Club vows to exit Punt Road Oval if Jack Dyer Stand can't be demolished

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Article about Richmond Football Club's proposal to redevelop its ground to create a larger playing area, comparable to that of the MCG.  This will necessitate the demolition of the  Jack Dyer Stand, which will be replaced with a stand of twice the capacity.  The club claims that there is no other way to achieve its aims and if demolition is refused it will be forced to leave

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Richmond Football Ground flooded

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Newspaper clipping about heavy rain in Melbourne which caused flooding at various points around the city including the Richmond Football Ground as shown in the photo.

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