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  • The Enterprising Thomas Fitzsimmons of Woodend

    The Enterprising Thomas Fitzsimmons of Woodend

    This is the story of Thomas and Eliza, the family they raise and the enterprises they create to survive and prosper. Above all, his hotel, the “Sydney”, and land investments are the tangible realities that he holds onto and ultimately prove to be the salvation of his family.

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  • Beyond the Black Forest

    Beyond the Black Forest

    From the author of Name, Rank and Number, They Went to War and Our Men at War comes this wonderful book on the early settlement of Woodend and the surrounding district.

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  • Time Gentlemen, Please!

    Time Gentlemen, Please!

    A fascinating look at more than 50 hotels that have operated in the district. Each hotel profile is accompanied by a beautiful pen-and-ink illustration.

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  • Echoes of the Past

    Echoes of the Past

    Drawing on years of personal research and the extensive records of our Local and Family History Resource Centre, Jannyse has produced an entertaining and detailed account of the history of Newham and Cobaw.

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  • Forging History

    Forging History

    Jane Holth tells the stories of the many blacksmiths who once plied their trade in Woodend and Newham.

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  • A Woodend Walk

    A Woodend Walk

    A brief history of 27 buildings and houses of interest in the Woodend township.

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Woodend & District Heritage Society acknowledge the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Peoples as the traditional owners of the land on which we meet, work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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