2. Olinda Creek, Lilydale
Gun Alley Stories
The Olinda Creek, the eastern boundary of Gun Alley has been a focal part of life in Lilydale since the first settlers arrived in the 1830s. It was the reason behind the establishment of the town as it was the ribbon of life for the community.
However, while the creek sustained life it also took life and created its own brand of destruction – typhoid outbreaks were common in the early days of settlement while later floods threatened life and damaged shops and homes.
Lilydale & District Historical Society Inc.
Contacts:
Sue Thompson (President) 0475 219 884
Joy Gothe 0405 128 964
Lorraine Smith (Court House Manager) 03 9735 1104
Email: info@lilydalehistorical.com.au
Our home is the Old Lilydale Court House at 61 Castella Street, Lilydale 3140
Hours of opening:
By appointment only:
Fridays 1 to 4pm and Saturdays to Mondays 11am to 4pm.
Sundays are preferred.
Closed Public Holidays
Share Your Information with the Society!
Email us your info (and images) to:
info@lilydalehistorical.com.au
Lilydale & District Historical Society Inc.
Contacts:
Sue Thompson (President) 0475 219 884
Joy Gothe 0405 128 964
Lorraine Smith (Court House Manager) 03 9735 1104
Email: info@lilydalehistorical.com.au
Share Your Information with the Society!
Email us your info (and images) to:
info@lilydalehistorical.com.au
Our home is the Old Lilydale Court House @
61 Castella Street, Lilydale 3140
Hours of opening:
By appointment only:
Fridays 1 to 4pm and Saturdays to Mondays 11am to 4pm.
Sundays are preferred.
Closed Public Holidays