Collection: Local History Reference

A delightful introduction for primary school children to the history and development of Melbourne.

This book recounts the drama and intrigue of the Supreme Court Library’s founding and development from its beginnings to its rebirth as the Law Library of Victoria. The Library’s story will appeal to readers who are interested in colonial, library and legal history.

The author has been researching and documenting the history of the harmonica in Australia, for many years. This book takes a closer look at 'the instrument of the people' that has played a role in the lives of so many Australians from all walks of life -- Back cover.

"Margaret and Graham Bride have written a fascinating history of Port Melbourne's first hundred years since the arrival of white settlers. The book takes us from the Liardet family's arrival in 1839 through a range of tumultuous events to the beginning of World War II."

"A summary with highlights of the minutes and background information, 1905-the date of amalgamation with the City of Melbourne, source - Borough of Flemington, Kensington Council Minutes (7 volumes and others)"-- Cover.