Joint Function - Ashfield and Burwood District Historical Societies The guided walk will be led by John Johnson, Vice President of Burwood and District Historical Society. John has written a book about the history of the Malvern Hill estate which is shortly to be published. Croydon falls into 2 local government areas - Inner West … Continue reading "Curious about Croydon and its Conservation?? Come on a Guided Walking Tour of one of its key Conservation Areas – Malvern Hill"

‘History House’ aka Wickham House is the home of the Royal Australian Historical Society (RAHS) and houses its wonderful research resources in its library. The building has recently been refurbished and it is a privilege to be hosted by the RAHS at this venue. Wickham House was designed by George Allen Mansfield and built in … Continue reading "A Guided Visit to History House -133 Macquarie Street Sydney"

As an apt sequel to Colin’s talk on the California Bungalow in June, we have been generously given access to view a very original and sympathetically maintained Inter-War Bungalow in Summer Hill. A review by a Heritage Study described it as a “very intact and substantial residence of unusually fine bungalow character”. The owner has thoroughly researched … Continue reading "Californian Bungalow House Inspection"