History

Fireworks and gunpowder going off at Black Powder Mill

The Black Powder Mill in Cairnlea is listed on the National Trust Heritage Register for both its cultural significance and engineering principles and will open its doors on April 18th

Support needed to restore Williamstown cultural landmark

The Save Our Mechanics Institute (SOMI) recently announced a campaign to prevent further delays in the restoration of Williamstown’s Mechanics Institute.

The history of two-up schools in Melbourne’s West 

This ANZAC Day, should you watch or play two-up, you are probably aware the tradition most famously dates back to the diggers at Gallipoli and the trenches of World War I.

How did a RAAF Base end up being located in Point Cook?

The paddocks of Altona hold an important place in Australian flight history.

A history of Williamstown’s Nelson Place

Nelson Place in Williamstown is more than a scenic waterfront promenade; it is one of Victoria’s oldest streets and a powerful reminder of the state’s early maritime history.

The Derrimut Hotel fit for a Prince

Discover the Derrimut Hotel's historical connection to royalty.

Williamstown Mechanics Institute: Building community through history

Discover the rich history and significance of the Williamstown Mechanics Institute, a landmark worth preserving.

As Remembrance Day looms are we forgetting what’s most important?

November 11 is a poignant, solemn commemoration, heavily laden with sadness, symbolism, and regret.

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