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Category Archives: history
Kokoda Day Commemorative Service
The annual commemorative service for Kokoda Day will be held on Tuesday 8 August at the Picnic Ground, One Tree Hill. Continue reading
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Tagged Anzacs, Kokoda Memorial Track
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The Romance of Rail
‘We all know that we are a part of a railway town here in Ferntree Gully. It’s always been that way.’ Photo by Barbara Oehring. Continue reading
A Message of Thanks from Presti Nursery
After 54 years of giving exceptional service to their customers, the Presti Nursery closed on 23 December 2022. Continue reading
Running Rabbits Military Museum est. 2007
Close to the 1000 Steps, there is a military museum dedicated to the heroism of the men involved in the battles along the Kokoda Track. Continue reading
Posted in Community, history
Tagged 1000 Steps, Anzac Day, history, Kokoda Memorial Track
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Honouring Queen Elizabeth II
Religious leaders have responded to the death of Queen Elizabeth II after a reign of more than 70 years. Continue reading
Continuing the story of Quarry Park
Karin Orpen recounts some of the challenges to transform the Quarry into the wonderful community space we know and love today. Continue reading
Posted in Community, Environment, history, Uncategorized
Tagged Karin Orpen, Quarry, Quarry Park
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Farewell to DeCoites
DeCoite Steel, one of the longest continuing businesses in the area, has closed down after an incredible 98 years. Continue reading
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Tagged DeCoites, history, Mountain Gate
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Quarry Reserve – A Story of Community Action
Quarry Reserve has become what it is today due to the dedicated efforts of locals… Continue reading
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Tagged history, Quarry, Quarry Park
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Remembering Terry Potter
Terry served over 50 years to the CFA, first joining the Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade in 1960 as a firefighter. Continue reading
National Sorry Day 2022
The National Sorry Day Ceremony at the Knox Civic Centre included a traditional Welcome to Country, smoking ceremony, traditional dance and music performances. Continue reading
Posted in Community, history, What's On
Tagged Indigenous Australia, Knox Council, National Sorry Day, reconciliation, Stolen Generation
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