#Flinders Street Railway Station

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Flinders Street Railway Station,  Melbourne, Australia: Flinders Street railway station is a train station located on the corner of Flinders and Swanston streets in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is the busiest train station in Victoria, serving the entire metropolitan rail network, 15 tram routes travelling to and from the city, as well as some country and regional V/Line services to eastern Victoria. Wikipedia

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Flinders Street Railway Station, Melbourne, Australia: Flinders Street railway station is a train station located on the corner of Flinders and Swanston streets in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is the busiest train station in Victoria, serving the entire metropolitan rail network, 15 tram routes travelling to and from the city, as well as some country and regional V/Line services to eastern Victoria. Wikipedia

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Degraves St looking South towards Flinders St station Melbourne, with the subway excavation in progress.

In 1927, Melbourne City Council began a review of pedestrian access to the station, and traffic flow along Flinders Street.

As the station had become busier, congestion had begun to cause problems. Queues were common during busy periods, causing delays to services. Flinders Street had also become a notorious traffic danger spot, with a high number of accidents occurring near the station.

To alleviate these problems, the council considered several plans, including a pedestrian bridge over Flinders Street.

Finally they settled on an underpass. Degraves Street, a busy thoroughfare in its own right, was directly opposite the Western entrance to the station, the council planned to connect the two with a pedestrian tunnel. Retail shops were included in the design, the revenue from renting these spaces intended to offset some of the cost.

Reaching agreement between everyone involved with the project – State Rail, the State Government, private owners of the land – proved difficult. It was further delayed by the Great Depression, and then World War II, ensured focus was on other issues.

The construction was part of a wider program designed to modernise the look of Melbourne ahead of the 1956 Olympics, championed by the head of the Public Works department, Robert Burns Campbell.

Construction on the subway started in 1952, and was completed early in 1954. Campbell himself only just lived to see its completion, as he died suddenly in June 1954, aged 65.

The new subway was named in his honour: The Campbell Arcade.

Source: https://www.museumoflost.com/the-degraves-street-subway/

Photo 1954.

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Traintober 2024 Day 2: The Game

from the Victorian Railways Newsletter , September 1949

A bit of a history related post today, I am going to natter a bit about railway footy.

The Victorian Railways Institute, a school set up by the VR to educate their employees, had its own amateur Australian Rules competition. This was not uncommon in Victoria where company leagues could spring up in particular avenues of employment (there even a State Bank league for bank employees).

Nor was this uncommon with railways generally, as some of the Big Four railway companies in Britain provided sporting clubs for their employees to participate in.

But the VRI Football League was notable for having players within it that competed in the major leagues as well, the top tier Victorian Football League (the one that is now the Australian Football League today) and the second string Victorian Football Association (which exists only as a rump to the AFL now).

The teams were generally made up of enginemen and staff from various railway lines (Coburg Line, Essendon Line, Heidelberg Line or "Suburban Line"), stations (Flinders Street Station), divisions (Car and Wagon, Goods, railway police), workshops and marshalling yards (North Melbourne Loco, Melbourne Yard, Spotswood). Its to be noted that they did not all compete at at once, seasons running with a few teams on the park according to availability.

They apparently played on Tuesday afternoons and were unpaid, though umpires were paid £2 for the afternoon.

The league competition apparently did keep running until recently but I need to do more research.

Information on hand regarding the VRI-FL is a little difficult to get through so I mainly cribbed this info from "What A Journey" by former VR Station Master Thomas Yates and these fellows here.

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i had to look it up but it's cafe andiamo in the collins street precinct. it's right opposite flinders street railway station if i remember correctly.

Ooh nice, thanks

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Flinders Street Railway Station, Naarm.

10.01.2023, 06:09pm.

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Shock and sadness at assault death of Andrew 'Chewie' Truman

New Post has been published on https://qnews.com.au/shock-and-sadness-at-assault-death-of-andrew-chewie-truman/

Shock and sadness at assault death of Andrew 'Chewie' Truman

Friends and family of Melbourne man Andrew ‘Chewie’ Truman remember the 44-year-old gay man following his death after an attack last week.

“Vibrant, independent and courageous”

These are just some of the words that family and friends have used to describe Andrew Truman following his death.

“He was a marvellous and fierce supporter of the LGBTQIAP+ community and a proud gay man,” his family said via social media.

“He didn’t hesitate to take the lead on the dance floor or in singing karaoke.”

“May we all have at least an ounce of his flavour.”

Truman died in hospital on the weekend following an assault last Wednesday.

His father Geoff Truman said his son had suffered an “unsurvivable brain injury”.

He was hit over the head while walking on Elizabeth Street from Flinders Street in the Melbourne CBD.

Truman sustained significant head injuries in the attack and died tragically from his injuries.

In their statement, Mr Truman’s family thanked anyone who had stopped where he was treated to help.

This included the police, paramedics and medical staff at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

The police have provided a photo and name of his alleged attacker Todd Menegaldo.

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Police search for man of interest

On Saturday night, a Victoria Police spokesperson said officers were searching for a man named Todd Menegaldo.

Known by the nickname “Rooster”, Menegaldo has a black and white crossbreed Staffordshire terrier.

Homicide Squad detectives have conducted a significant search since the attack.

They have so far been unable to locate Mr Menegaldo.

He is described as being approximately 180-185cm tall and of thin build.

He was last seen wearing a zip-up purple jumper, dark jeans and a yellow beanie.

He is known to frequent the CBD area around Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street railway station.

He is also known to frequent Mildura and Bendigo.

Police are urging anyone who sees him not to approach him but to contact triple-0.

“unafraid to be himself in any context”

Truman was a passionate Western Bulldogs supporter and played AFL for the Wyndham All Abilities Football and Cricket Club.

A football-loving man who was “unafraid to be himself in any context”.

“His love for football was huge, when not playing he was always at Werribee VFL games or at Western Bulldogs games,” club president Paul Barrett said in a statement.

Known as “Chewie” at the club, he was a five-time premiership player and life member.

“He never let his disability get in the road of what he wanted to do.”

His former club, Williamstown Seagulls FIDA FC, paid tribute online.

“His enthusiasm for football, and especially the Western Bulldogs, was infectious,” the club said.

“He was always ready for a friendly chat.”

Williamstown Seagulls FIDA FC extended their deepest sympathy via social media to Chewie’s family and friends.

“Chewie was an original FIDA player with the Maribyrnong Bulldogs, and then the Wyndham Tigers, where he was a life member.

“His enthusiasm for football, and especially the Western Bulldogs, was infectious, and he was always ready for a friendly chat.”

“Go Long With The Wind.”

Anyone with further information can also contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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WALHALLA DAY OUT

Saturday, 24th August, 2024

Join us on a special tour travelling by road coach to the beautiful Gippsland town of Walhalla.

Walhalla’s picturesque location in the Gippsland mountains combines the wild Australian bush environment with a colonial style reminiscent of the gold era.

Your journey to Walhalla will be in a air conditioned/heated 1987 built Austral Tour Master Road Coach.

Discover a golden past on an informative 45 minute guided tour of an original gold mine.

Ride Walhalla Railway’s narrow gauge train, as it winds its way down Stringers Creek Gorge from Walhalla to the Thomson River.

In your free time you'll have the chance to visit some of the sites in the township including the Iconic old Post Office Museum, Fire Station, lolly shop and Cemetery*.

Morning Tea pack, Lunch at Wally Pub with a delicious pub meal and afternoon tea prior to our return to Melbourne all included.

* Please note: you may not have time to visit all sites within your free time.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✓ Road Coach to/from Walhalla ^

✓ Morning Tea Pack

✓ Walhalla Goldfield Railway Return 1 hr Ride

✓ Pub Lunch – The Wally Pub

✓ Walhalla Long Tunnel Gold Mine tour **

✓ Free time in Township - choice of visiting#:

* Walhalla Cemetery **

* Historic Fire Station Museum

* Historic Post office Museum

* Town Cafes & Lolly Shop

✓ Afternoon Tea Pack

✓ Views surrounding Walhalla

✓ Welcome Pack

✓ Complementary bottle of water

✓ Yesteryear Travel Guide

** Some sites require walking uphill. Cemetery is uphill and approximately 15 min walk each way to Cemetery.

Price - $169 pp

Includes all as listed above.

Pickup: Ian Potter Centre, Russell St Ext (near Flinders Street/Fed Square) or Dandenong Railway station.

Further information and bookings visit www.yesteryeartravel.com.au

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Watercolor of Flinders Street Railway Station in Melbourne.

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All About the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne

The Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne is an important landmark to the city and to the Australian nation. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed structure was constructed in the 1880s, and has continued to be used as a commercial exhibition centre. It was restored in 2004, and still stands today.

Built by David Mitchell

David Mitchell was an Australian builder. He was born in 1969. He had many interests, including working as a builder. He became a leading figure in the industry and developed a number of landmark buildings in Melbourne. He also served as president of the Legislative Council from 1870 to 1884.

In April 1856, Mitchell won the tender for masonry work in St Patrick's Cathedral, Eastern Hill. He built several public buildings in Melbourne, including the Scots Church and the Equitable Insurance Building. He also worked as a builder in Richmond. He also made a fortune from his stone mason skills.

David Mitchell was a founding member of the Victorian Builders' Lime and Cement Company. He also established a brick factory in Burnley Street. He also owned Cave Hill quarry in Lilydale. He was the first to recognize the advantage of vertical integration, which controlled the entire stone process.

Mitchell built a number of notable Melbourne buildings, including the Menzies Hotel, in William Street. He also built the Royal Exhibition Buildings. He is credited with laying the foundations for real estate development in the city.

The Menzies Hotel was built by David Mitchell, who was also Dame Nellie Melba's father. It was a popular hotel among goldfields diggers. The hotel opened in time for the son of Queen Victoria, Prince Alfred, to visit in 1867.

The building was sold in 1913, but was renamed the Torrington. A few years later, the building was sold to D. Benjamin. The property is located close to the Flinders Street Railway Station. It was also acquired by Marks Henderson in December 2004.

David Mitchell was also the builder of the Melbourne International Exhibition, which ran from October 1880 to April 1881. This was the largest public exhibition of its kind ever held in Australia. It hosted 1.3 million visitors when the population was 282,000.

Mitchell was the builder of the Melbourne Town Hall, which is located on Collins and Russell Streets in Melbourne. He was also the builder of the Scots Church in Collins Street. He was also responsible for the building of the Equitable Life Assurance offices on Elizabeth and Collins Streets.

Award of UNESCO World Heritage status in 2004

The Royal Exhibition Building is located on Carlton Gardens in Melbourne, Victoria. It was the site of the 1880 and 1888 Melbourne International Exhibitions. It was also the venue for the opening of the first parliament of Australia in 1901. In 2004, the building was declared a World Heritage Site.

It is the last major 19th century exhibition building in the world. The Royal Exhibition Building is now used for exhibitions and exams. The interiors focus on comfort and amenities. It is a mixture of Italian Renaissance and Lombardic styles. It has a dome modeled on the Florence Cathedral dome. The dome was constructed of cast iron, and has a double shield.

The Royal Exhibition Building was designed by Joseph Reed. He was also the architect of the State Library of Victoria and the Town Hall in Melbourne. He was known for his angled structures and use of colour.

The building was a symbol of the international exhibition movement. The movement promoted the development of new industries and promoted trade across the globe. It also provided a forum for the exchange of ideas, goods and cultures.

It was one of the first sites in the world to fly the Australian national flag in 1901. It was the site of the six-day national flag design competition. It served as a makeshift hospital during the 1918 influenza epidemic. It also hosted wrestling events for the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games.

The building is made of brick, steel, and timber. It is the largest of its type in Australia. It has been renovated and restored throughout the years. It is now managed by the Museum of Victoria.

The Royal Exhibition Building is a testament to the strength and confidence of the Industrial Age. It has survived many incarnations and is now the oldest surviving building from the period.

The building is managed by the Museum of Victoria, which hosts exhibitions and events. It is situated close to the Melbourne Museum. It was the first building in Australia to be declared a World Heritage Site.

The Melbourne International Exhibition put the city of Melbourne on the world map. It introduced Australia to the rest of the world, creating jobs and broadening the opportunities for manufacturers. It also contributed to the introduction of telephone services, tramway systems and grandiose office buildings.

Still used as a commercial exhibition venue

The Royal Exhibition Building is a significant part of Melbourne, Victoria's history. It was built during the 1880s as a monument to the international exhibition movement. During its lifetime, the building has hosted over 50 exhibitions from around the world, including many cultural events. It is one of the few buildings of its type in the world that has survived since its construction.

It was constructed in the late nineteenth century, when Melbourne was a flourishing commercial centre. The city was a hub of manufacturing and commerce, and the population had swelled to over two hundred thousand.

Various styles influenced the building's design. Rundbogenstil inspired the main pavilions, and the dome was modeled after Florence Cathedral. The structure is composed of brick, timber, slate, and steel. The interior has been restored, and the building has received UNESCO World Heritage status.

The 1880-1888 Melbourne International Exhibitions attracted a record 3 million visitors, and the building was also used for boxing matches, concerts, pageants, and tug-of-war contests. It also served as a temporary hospital for the 1918-1920 influenza pandemic.

In the last decade, the Royal Exhibition Building has been refurbished. These renovations include the externals, building services, and timber flooring. The building is now used as a commercial exhibition venue. It is one of Australia's few 19th-century buildings that is still intact.

The building is a popular tourist destination. Regular museum tours can be arranged to learn about the history of the building. The building was also the first in Australia to receive UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

The building is home to the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. It also hosts cultural events, such as conferences and seminars. Several schools and universities also use the building as an exam hall.

The building was also a training school for the RAAF and a vaccination center during the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918-1920. It has also served as a migrant reception center.

The building was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. It is also the oldest of its kind in the world.

Restoring the 1880 German Garden

When it was built, the Royal Exhibition Building was the tallest in Melbourne. It was constructed to host the 1880 International Exhibition. It was the largest and most significant event of colonial Australia. It attracted more than one million visitors to its eight-month run.

The Royal Exhibition Building was designed in a mixture of Italian Renaissance, Lombardic and Romanesque styles. The building is made from brick, steel, and slate. It is one of the few nineteenth-century buildings that still exists in its original form. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Great Hall of the Royal Exhibition Building is the only structure that survives in its original form. The Great Hall features a sculpted bluestone base and triumphal entrance porticos on four sides. It was designed by Joseph Reed and is modeled on a Florence cathedral.

The western forecourt of the building was designed with a circular drive and bed. It was also part of the palace garden setting. After the exhibition, the forecourt was asphalted over. In the 1950s, the temporary annexes were destroyed. The western forecourt was then reconstructed.

In 2010, Museum Victoria began a three-phase sustainable conservation project. The first phase involved archaeological investigations. These findings provided the foundation for the design of the new garden. The second phase saw the restoration of the park and the installation of an underground water tank. The third phase saw the completion of the project in February 2011.

The former 1880 German Garden was restored in 2011. During the reconstruction, Museum Victoria also commissioned an archaeological investigation to determine how the garden was laid out. The results revealed several exciting finds.

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FLINDERS STREET STATION from SWANSTON STREET, on the Northern approach to the single-arch Princes Bridge, looking West past the Southern wall of the old Fish Market, 1874. A photo taken by Charles Bayliss for the Holtermann Collection, State Library of NSW. At that time, Flinders Street Station was a scrappy collection of sheds, brick and corrugated iron construction, with no single building to unify them - that would come in 1910. There was no rail viaduct between Flinders Street and Spencer Street in 1874, so the sole line exiting distantly to the West is the original line, curving left (South) in the distance, leading to Port Melbourne.

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Eat More Fruit

Did you know that the this was part of an initiative to promote homegrown fruit? The Chairman of the Commission of the Victorian Railways, Sir Harold Clapp, decided that he would work hand in glove with Victorian farmers to promote the consumption of fruit amongst commuters, primarily to increase the railway's business.

The railway itself would promote the fruit, and bring in the produce and then retail and wholesale buyers would consume it. It was even the reason that certain types of foods, like raisin bread, which were very rare, became common. What's more, Sir Clapp had ordered a bakery built to produce said bread at the VR.

This is why there was a lot of advertising saying "eat more fruit" and promoting fruit based goods at Flinders Street Station and other stations.

RAISIN BREAD VICTORIAN RAILWAYS. GIVE INDUSTRY A LIFT. The Mail, Adelaide, June 1923 MELBOURNE, To-day. Mr. Clapp … will shortly take another step forward in his campaign to foster local industries. A building for the manufacture of raisin bread in Dudley Street, West Melbourne, has just been completed, and the work of tiling the interior is in progress. At the back of the Railway Commissioner’s breadmaking scheme is an ambition to help the dry fruits industry and incidentally to increase the railway goods traffic from northern Victoria to the seaboard.    Mr. Clapp believes that once the people have tasted raisin bread as the railways will manufacture it…they will have no other.

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Melbourne, Australia

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Aerial photos of Melbourne (Australia):

Sandridge Bridge across the Yarra River (1925). This bridge carried trains across the river to Port Melbourne.

Princes Bridge over the Yarra River (1927).

Flinders Street railway station (1929).

Russell Street Police Headquarters and the Victorian Trades Hall (1948).

Jolimont Yard (1955).

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