Woodend & District Heritage Society
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 …
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.
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.
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.
A brief history of 27 buildings and houses of interest in the Woodend township.
This book tells the stories of the men and women from the Newham and Woodend shire who fought so bravely for king and country.
Our latest book tells story of Thomas and Eliza, the family they raise and the enterprises they create to survive and prosper. He is a blacksmith, a publican, a timber miller and a farmer. Above all, his hotel, the “Sydney”, and land investments are …
