Tony Birch awarded

Tony Birch awarded

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...
Russian House (118 Greeves Street)

Russian House (118 Greeves Street)

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...
25/6/24 Corners of Melbourne

25/6/24 Corners of Melbourne

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?...
The Fitzroy Cyclorama

The Fitzroy Cyclorama

Melbourne had a brush with a unique form of entertainment in the late 19th century: the cyclorama. The Fitzroy Cyclorama, built in 1889, was one of the first two in the city. Unlike its counterpart showcasing Melbourne's own history, the Fitzroy cyclorama offered a...