local history
Ian Stapleton: Chronicler of the High Country
Ian Stapleton is a prominent chronicler of the Victorian High Country whose work documents the social history, resilient pioneers, and regional industries of the mountain…
Robert (Bob) Mair (1943- )
Robert Mair (b. 1943) is a New Zealand-born potter whose career spans significant contributions to the Australian ceramic arts from the late 1960s through to…
Of Pioneers & Perseverance by Ian Stapleton
In this examination of the social history of the Victorian High Country, historian Ian Stapleton documents the lives of the resilient settlers who established communities…
From Fraser's To Freezeout by Ian Stapleton
In this 2004 study, local historian Ian Stapleton documents the lives of the colourful individuals and pioneer families who inhabited the Dargo High Plains. Drawing…
Hairy-Chested History by Ian Stapleton
In this survey of the high country, historian Ian Stapleton documents the lives of the colourful characters who shaped the social fabric of Harrietville and…
Royal Historical Society of Victoria
The Royal Historical Society of Victoria serves as a vital repository for researchers investigating the social and genealogical fabric of the state. Its extensive archives…
Yan Yean : A History by Dianne Edwards
Published in 1978 by the Yan Yean School Council, this historical overview documents the development and community evolution of the Yan Yean district. It provides…
Heidelberg Historical Society
The Heidelberg Historical Society serves as a central repository for the preservation and study of the local history of Heidelberg and its surrounding districts. By…
Victorian Collections
Victorian Collections serves as a comprehensive digital repository for over 100,000 cultural artifacts and historical records maintained by community organizations throughout the state. This portal…
Ellis Cottage Historical Precinct by Nillumbik Historical Society
The Nillumbik Historical Society was established in 1973, with its foundational meeting convened at the site now known as Ellis Cottage. This historic location has…