Past Events
February 2019
Talk: Power’s Paddock Toorak 1840-1940
Melbourne, 3144 Australia + Google Map
Join members of the Malvern Historical Society, when well known local historian, Di Foster, will present an illustrated talk on the development of the area in Toorak once known as ‘Powers Paddock’. Di is the author of Melbourne’s most fashionable suburb: a history of Toorak, east of Kooyong Road, 1840-1998. The presentation will include fascinating highlights relating to the history of Toorak between Kooyong Road and Glenferrie Road. Come prepared to be intrigued by the facts and stories. Malvern Town…
October 2019
Historical Houses in South Yarra: Philippe Batters
Melbourne, 3144 Australia + Google Map
Well known local identity real estate agent Philippe Batters, will present an illustrated talk about historical houses in South Yarra.
February 2020
Creating a Tramway Titan
Melbourne, 3144 Australia + Google Map
In 2020, Melbourne retains the title of having the largest electric street tram system in the world. This presentation will look at the tramway's history and why Melbourne retains the title of being a Tramway Titan.
February 2024
Aboriginal Victorians with Richard Broome
Melbourne, 3144 Australia + Google Map
Emeritus Professor Richard Broome AM, will be talking to Malvern Historical Society members and friends on Wednesday 21 February about the second edition of his double award-winning history, ABORIGINAL VICTORIANS. A HISTORY SINCE 1800. Published by Allen & Unwin.