Sinclair Fmily articles
Nillumbik Rifle Club
In April 1885, residents from Diamond Creek District met at the Literary Institute to discuss the establishment of a District Rifle Company. Mr. E.M. Bill, schoolmaster of Nillumbik State School, chaired the meeting and read a letter from the Minister of Defence, that urged residents not to be behind other districts in showing their willingness […]
From Swimming Holes to a Swimming Pool
From Diamond Creek’s earliest days, hot summer weather often meant locals spent time swimming to get some relief. That usually meant finding a part of the creek with a deep pool that could be accessed easily. A pool downstream from the bridge was popular with boys and young men, but young women and girls had […]