Tag Archives: Station Street

The Swagman is back!

Posted on June 16, 2014 by

The Swagman is back! After nearly six months’ absence, Ferntree Gully Village has a new sculpture of a pioneer. An earlier sculpture, carved from the pine tree that stood in this space, had succumbed to the weather. Wood carver Kevin … Continue reading →

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Discovery Day 2013

Posted on December 2, 2013 by

Saturday 30 November The sun was out and there was plenty of excitement in the air, as nearly 2000 people flocked to the Village to enjoy a day of fun and festivities for the 2013 Ferntree Gully Village Discovery Day. … Continue reading →

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Down on His Luck!

Posted on October 10, 2013 by

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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