by Mark Hassed | 14 May 2024 | Article
Thursday May 23, 6-8pm. Gertrude St Fitzroy walking tour and film screening highlighting footy and Sir Doug. Start Atherton Gardens, finish Builders Arms. The AFL Sir Doug Nicholls Indigenous Round is coming! How much do you know about Sir Doug Nicholls? “Running,...
by Mark Hassed | 10 May 2024 | Article, Fitzroy people
Local author, Tony Birch, has won book of the year from The Age newspaper for his novel that tackles the impact of domestic violence, Women & Children. Tony was one of the people interviewed in our oral history project. The Age article about award FHS interview with...
by Mark Hassed | 5 May 2024 | Article
118 Greeves Street, Fitzroy Russian House in Fitzroy has a fascinating two-part history, reflecting the evolution of the neighborhood itself. Life as the Friendly Societies Dispensary (1884-1960s) Built in 1884, the grand Victorian building began its life as the...
by Mark Hassed | 29 Apr 2024 | Article
What defines a city better than its street corners? A corner gives you a starting point, a destination and a place to turn. It’s furnished with pillar boxes, newsstands and tram stops, and lamp-posts for light and lounging. Where would you be likeliest to find a pub?...
by Mark Hassed | 28 Apr 2024 | Article
The Beswsick Building: A Landmark on Brunswick Street The Beswsick Building, located at 236-252 Brunswick Street in Fitzroy, Melbourne, boasts a rich history dating back to the late 19th century. Here's a glimpse into its past: Construction and Design (1888) Built in...
by Mark Hassed | 25 Apr 2024 | Article
Here is an interesting collection of Fitzroy's gas lamps. Fitzroy's gas...
