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Preserving local voices

Posted on October 8, 2015 by gullyenews

Knox Historical Society has received $2057 from the Local History Grants Program, managed by the Public Record Office, Victoria. The grant will enable them to convert a collection of 100 audio recordings with local personalities, some of whom are now … Continue reading →

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Knox Historical Society Turns 50

Posted on August 3, 2015 by gullyenews

On Friday 14 May 1965, a meeting was held in the Bayswater Public Hall where it was decided that a Shire of Knox Historical Society should be formed. The beginnings were humble as the Society initially operated from members’ homes … Continue reading →

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Down on His Luck!

Posted on October 10, 2013 by gullyenews

Have you noticed that someone is missing from the Village Green by the Alpine Street railway crossing? The carving of the Swagman (or The Sentimental Bloke) has succumbed to age, wind or rain and split into three pieces. These are … Continue reading →

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New mountain vistas for the Village

Posted on August 12, 2013 by gullyenews

At long last the dilapidated buildings that were such an eyesore in the Village have been demolished. It all happened so quickly in a few days in July. Bronte Schofield, of Fresh Pantry (the shop opposite), photographed every stage. In … Continue reading →

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