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    Deer, guns and ammunition; the story of Deer Park

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    Learn about the unique deer park history and the introduction of game deer to Kororoit by the Melbourne Hunt Club in 1885.
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    Bradmill: the factory that built community, connection, and belonging

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    It was a place where people from all over the world came together, where community was built and culture was carried forward.
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    The sinking of the Queenie: a local disaster

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    The Queenie had a crew of seven men when she left her moorings at Wright’s Slip, Williamstown, to sail across the bay to Sorrento on 1st April 1899
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    Len Broadway and his Wembley bakery

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    Explore the history of Broadway brothers and their bakery in the West, from family tales to baking traditions from 1900 to 1950.
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    The origin of ‘Sunshine’ and who is HV McKay? 

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    Uncover the fascinating story of McHay and the benefits of sunshine.
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    Robur Tea: Yarraville 

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    Delve into the enchanting tale of Robur Tea, a symbol of nostalgia in Melbourne's tea culture.
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    Memorial for Post-WW2 European migrants at Williamstown Cemetery

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    A memorial has been installed in Williamstown Cemetery honouring European migrants and refugees who arrived in Australia after the end of WW2.
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    TIDD BROS EXHAUST SERVICE – Spotswood

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    The ghost sign of an arrow points to a place that isn’t there. A muffler shop lost to time.

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