by Mark Hassed | 3 Apr 2024 | Article
Hidden Melbourne has published a virtual tour of one of Fitzroy's most interesting streets – Fitzroy Street. The virtual tour features twenty 360° panoramas taken at all the cross streets and highlights the diverse and fascinating architecture of Fitzroy Street. View...
by Mark Hassed | 22 Mar 2024 | Article
The Brotherhood of St Laurence has digitised three fascinating films they made between 1946 and 1950. The films are silent and were made on a shoestring budget. The films feature the hardships facing families in the early post WW2 years. If you look closely you can...
by Mark Hassed | 14 Mar 2024 | Article
Here is the March 2024 issue of the FHS newsletter: Click here to view / download
by Mark Hassed | 12 Mar 2024 | Article
Here is issue #32 of The Carlton Chronicles which is published by the Carlton Community History Group. It contains the fascinating history of the death of Squizzy Taylor. Click here to download and read issue #32
by Mark Hassed | 7 Mar 2024 | Article
Failed Ambitions: A History of Kew Cottages Dr Lee-Ann Monk & Dr David Henderson Opened in 1887, Kew Cottages was Australia’s first purpose built institution for people with intellectual disabilities. Contemporaries considered it a ‘distinct advance on anything yet...
by Mark Hassed | 6 Mar 2024 | Article
FHS members are invited to the launch of of Wal Walker’s book, The Squatters’ Grab, introduced by Greg McNamara.Venue: Readings State Library of Victoria, Russell St MelbourneDate and time: Wednesday 20th February 2024, 6.30pm The Squatters’ Grab Wal Walker The...
