World War II
I Knew You Weren't Blokes Like That
James Chester Draper provides an evocative account of his professional and personal life in the Mallee region during the interwar period, detailing his experiences as…
Introduction to the Reminiscences of J.C. Draper
James Chester Draper was a prominent figure of the Arthurs Creek district whose life spanned the transition from the pioneering era of his grandparents to…
Arthurs Creek Cemetery - A Simple Tour
Established in 1847 by the pioneer Patrick Reid following the death of his wife Agnes, the Arthurs Creek Cemetery serves as a significant historical record…
Arthurs Creek Methodist Church
Established in 1873, the Arthurs Creek Methodist Church served as a vital spiritual and social anchor for the pioneer families of the district, including the…
Arthurs Creek Post Office
Established in 1889 following a public meeting at the Mechanics Institute, the Arthurs Creek Post Office served as a vital administrative and social hub for…
One of the mob
During the interwar period and the early years of the Second World War, the agricultural community of Arthurs Creek, Streamville, and the surrounding districts relied…
James Chester Draper
James Chester Draper (1905–1998) was a dedicated Victorian police officer and community leader whose life spanned the transition from pioneering orcharding in the Arthurs Creek…
The School Fence - a matter of perspective
During the Second World War, Merv Draper and Dick Allen constructed a new post and wire fence at the Arthurs Creek Primary School to prevent…
Epic of the Outback - Mercy Flight Rescues Cattleman
In January 1944, a remote cattleman named Robert Goldie sustained severe injuries following a fall from his horse on the rugged slopes of Mount Wellington…