John Wroe Founder of the Christian Israelites

Christian Israelite Sanctuary in the Melbourne Suburb of Fitzroy- – – – o – – – –  In the 1840s an English religious sect under the leadership of John Wroe established itself in the Port Phillip District. They called...

Archaeological Digs in Melbourne

The State’s biggest ever archaeological investigation is underway in Melbourne, providing opportunities for volunteers to participate. At various locations around Melbourne sites are being excavated for the new Metro Underground railway stations. Pictured below...

Forum February 2020

The February Forum was a ‘Show and Tell of Historical Items’ followed by a general discussion on member’s ‘Brickwalls, Discoveries and Disappointments.’ This was an enjoyable meeting with an informal relaxed feeling as...

My Almost Forgotten 3G Uncle John Wheeler

The New ‘Kilmore Inn’ Which John Wheeler Had Built.( George Vinge Was Licensee From 1859 to 1862 ) John Blunt Wheeler’s parents were Captain William Oliver Wheeler, born May 1778, and Mary, daughter of John Helsham of Legget’s Rath. They had...

Batman’s ‘Treaty’, the True Story

Jim Poulter is the author of numerous children’s books with Aboriginal and historical themes. He is a descendent of the Chivers family, early pioneers in the Manningham area, and as part of his upbringing he was told many stories about the aboriginal people. His...

Point Henry – an Amazing Place

Susie Zada Shared Her Extensive Knowledge About Point Henry and the Geelong Area Point Henry has always been an important site. For the local aborigines it was a special place for hunting, with its wetlands which attract migratory birds, and for its coastal fishing....