A journey through the arcades that have always captivated Melbourne and the laneways that have come to captivate us in recent years. Fridays, 10am-1pm · Meet: on the steps of Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) · Route: Degraves Street, Centre Place, Collins Street, Bourke Street, Little Bourke Street · Highlights: Signature laneways, street sculptures, …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
A review of the money and muscle of the city’s earliest industrial days through to the origins of the laneways makeover. Fridays, 2-3.30pm Meet: on the steps of the GPO Building (under the H&M sign) in Bourke Street Route: Postal Lane, Little Bourke Street, Rankins Lane, Hardware Lane, Niagara Lane, Guildford Lane Highlights: Boom era …
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First Saturday of the month, 9am-5.30pm: The trip over the Macedon Ranges is Victoria’s most scenic by rail. In Bendigo itself, enjoy a relaxed exploration of a Goldfields jewel, featuring glorious 19th century buildings, the green canopy of Rosalind Park and a sense of space in the sunny streets. Meet: 8.45 am Platforms 3-8, Southern …
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This walk looks at the people and places that shaped Wangaratta's past. From the banks of the Ovens River where the Bpangerang Original inhabitants lived we follow the paths of the explorers, overlanders, landseekers and townspeople. Meet at Marmungun rock in Apex Park for a 10am start Tour length 1 hour and 2km Booking information …
Grave Insanity - A Cemetery Walking Tour Between Life and Death Lies History The Grave Insanity Cemetery Tour gives the public guided access to rarely discussed burial stories connected to Ararat’s former asylum era — including newly uncovered names and archival details that have never before been shared in a public tour. Led by archives …
Join us on Saturday and Sunday 3-4 October, for Exploring the foundations of rural Victorian townships: a focus on Kilmore and Lancefield Brought to you the Historical Society Support Committee and co-hosted by Romsey & Lancefield Districts Historical Society and Kilmore Historical Society. When early settlers arrived in a rural or regional district, the first …
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Enjoy a relaxing 1 1/4 hour walking tour of the historic buildings and grounds of Fyansford Paper Mill on the banks of the Barwon River in Geelong. The Fyansford Paper Mill paper mill complex was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager's house, six workers’ …
Discover the rich social history and stunning heritage of Como's gardens on this 45-minute guided tour, led by our knowledgeable National Trust Guides. Originally designed by renowned Victorian landscaper William Sangster, Como’s gardens span almost six acres and feature a treasure trove of botanical beauty. Explore fine, mature trees and shrubs dating back to the …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
Reimagine Balwyn of the past Join us for an Senior and History Month event! Explore a guided walk through Balwyn’s fascinating past, starting at the Balwyn Baptist Church and winding our way to the Palace Cinema. Along the way, you'll trace the suburb's journey from open paddocks and grazing land to one of Melbourne's most …
A sweep through the roaring days of the Rag Trade to the lane’s development as a restaurant hub and avenue of style. Thursdays, 2pm-3.30pm Meet: on the corner of Spring Street and Flinders Lane Route: Flinders Lane, Duckboard Place, AC/DC Lane, Oliver Lane Highlights: Rag Trade buildings, highway to heaven, Nicholas Building End: Flinders Lane …
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A guided tour sharing the history and memories of this iconic Art Deco building, which opened in 1935. Refreshments served in the premises of the Historical Society at the conclusion of the tour. Bookings for Friday October 9: https://www.trybooking.com/DNSUB Bookings for Wednesday October 21: https://www.trybooking.com/DNSUH
A journey through the arcades that have always captivated Melbourne and the laneways that have come to captivate us in recent years. Fridays, 10am-1pm · Meet: on the steps of Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) · Route: Degraves Street, Centre Place, Collins Street, Bourke Street, Little Bourke Street · Highlights: Signature laneways, street sculptures, …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
Led by Jeff Atkinson of the Carlton Community History group On this walk through the historic streets of South Carlton you will see and hear something of its colourful history from the 1860s to the present day. Among the highlights will be finding remnants of the Carlton of the 1860s before the era of the …
Grave Insanity - A Cemetery Walking Tour Between Life and Death Lies History The Grave Insanity Cemetery Tour gives the public guided access to rarely discussed burial stories connected to Ararat’s former asylum era — including newly uncovered names and archival details that have never before been shared in a public tour. Led by archives …
We are offering to guide our free "The Pubs of Port" walks during History Month. Come and join one of our two sessions which start at the corner of Princes and Beach Streets at the site of The London Family Hotel (pictured above) and we will take you along to view the thirty-two sites of …
Enjoy a relaxing 1 1/4 hour walking tour of the historic buildings and grounds of Fyansford Paper Mill on the banks of the Barwon River in Geelong. The Fyansford Paper Mill paper mill complex was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager's house, six workers’ …
The Victoria Police was formally established on 8 January 1853 from an existing colonial police force of 875 men. Of the large numbers of Irish who joined the Police Force many were Laborers, Miners, Farm workers and even pardoned Convicts. These early policemen worked very hard, especially in country Victoria. They covered wide areas, their …
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This walk will be led by social worker historian Jane Miller drawing on the research in her book For Social Betterment - Social Work Education in Australia (2024). Commencing at the Royal Historical Society of Victoria 239 A'Beckett St., the two hour walk will visit sites of key events which eventually led to starting the …
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Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
A sweep through the roaring days of the Rag Trade to the lane’s development as a restaurant hub and avenue of style. Thursdays, 2pm-3.30pm Meet: on the corner of Spring Street and Flinders Lane Route: Flinders Lane, Duckboard Place, AC/DC Lane, Oliver Lane Highlights: Rag Trade buildings, highway to heaven, Nicholas Building End: Flinders Lane …
The Life & Times of Flinders Lane – 1.5 Hour Walking Tour Read More »
A journey through the arcades that have always captivated Melbourne and the laneways that have come to captivate us in recent years. Fridays, 10am-1pm · Meet: on the steps of Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) · Route: Degraves Street, Centre Place, Collins Street, Bourke Street, Little Bourke Street · Highlights: Signature laneways, street sculptures, …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
Led by Jeff Atkinson of the Carlton Community History group Carlton has probably the best examples in Australia of the eloquent 'boom era' architecture of the late 19th century, complete with English style squares, and generously designed streets of south Carlton, laid out in the 1850s by Robert Hoddle, who also designed the grid of …
Grave Insanity - A Cemetery Walking Tour Between Life and Death Lies History The Grave Insanity Cemetery Tour gives the public guided access to rarely discussed burial stories connected to Ararat’s former asylum era — including newly uncovered names and archival details that have never before been shared in a public tour. Led by archives …
Enjoy a relaxing 1 1/4 hour walking tour of the historic buildings and grounds of Fyansford Paper Mill on the banks of the Barwon River in Geelong. The Fyansford Paper Mill paper mill complex was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager's house, six workers’ …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
A sweep through the roaring days of the Rag Trade to the lane’s development as a restaurant hub and avenue of style. Thursdays, 2pm-3.30pm Meet: on the corner of Spring Street and Flinders Lane Route: Flinders Lane, Duckboard Place, AC/DC Lane, Oliver Lane Highlights: Rag Trade buildings, highway to heaven, Nicholas Building End: Flinders Lane …
The Life & Times of Flinders Lane – 1.5 Hour Walking Tour Read More »
A journey through the arcades that have always captivated Melbourne and the laneways that have come to captivate us in recent years. Fridays, 10am-1pm · Meet: on the steps of Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) · Route: Degraves Street, Centre Place, Collins Street, Bourke Street, Little Bourke Street · Highlights: Signature laneways, street sculptures, …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
Grave Insanity - A Cemetery Walking Tour Between Life and Death Lies History The Grave Insanity Cemetery Tour gives the public guided access to rarely discussed burial stories connected to Ararat’s former asylum era — including newly uncovered names and archival details that have never before been shared in a public tour. Led by archives …
Join us on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10.00 am as we visit graves at Harkaway Cemetery to tell stories about local families. Hear about farmers, builders, inventors, painters, gardeners, and a young child whose life was just beginning. The easy 90-minute walk includes light refreshments at the end. Cost: Adults $10, Seniors $5, children …
Enjoy a relaxing 1 1/4 hour walking tour of the historic buildings and grounds of Fyansford Paper Mill on the banks of the Barwon River in Geelong. The Fyansford Paper Mill paper mill complex was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager's house, six workers’ …
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
