Hamilton Park

Celebrating 50 years 1971-2021

Hamilton Park estate began as one man’s dream …’ an imaginative idea that many thought at the time was fanciful and bound to fail’. The book provides a record of the eventual implementation and development of Hamilton Park from 1921-2021.

The scope of this book, in words and pictures, recollects the period of 50 years, to evoke memories of Hamilton Park as a place that has always been a little different. Nestled at the foot of the Warby Ranges, Hamilton Park was designed to encapsulate the natural bush setting and mountain views. The stories and anecdotes of those who have lived here reflect above all a strong sense of community and love for the environment in which they live.

This 96 page Perfect Binding, also known as PUR binding soft cover book is a unique collection of artefacts of the early 70s -2000s including maps, news clippings from local newspapers and the community newsletter. Stories and anecdotes from past and present residents reflect the progress of time over five decades and a strong affection for the community in which they live. Margaret Butt and Jan Osmotherly, local artists, have contributed photos of local flora and fauna that showcase the unique environment of Hamilton Park and truly make this book a keepsake.

Acknowledgements

A big thank you is extended to the many individuals who contributed to the production of this book celebrating 50 years of Hamilton Park. Margaret and Doug Hamilton for sharing the legacy of their parents, Doug and Barbara Hamilton, and their family stories. Bernie and Christine Cowan, Frank Wellman, Colin Atkin, Phil Hunkin, Carolyn Stiles, Peter and Carole Ockenden, Bob and Judy Shaw for their stories on the history of the area and development of the Park. To Marion Pearce and Dean Klaebe, David Banks, Bernie Cowan and The Vintage Hall, Glenrowan who supplied early photographs and maps. Jan Osmotherly and Margaret Butt for sharing their unique photos of fauna and flora in the Park and Peter Ockenden for the photos of our water system. All residents who have shared photos of events, flora, fauna, settings and family through our newsletter or Hamilton Park Facebook. To Andy Kimber for attending early meetings and sharing his research and contacts. The generous residents past and present who gave up time to chat around morning tea and those who wrote and emailed us with stories and photos. A big thank you to Ian Dickson, Peter Janas and Ian O’Brien for their patience and time proofreading the book.

While we do not have contributions from everyone who has lived or is residing in Hamilton Park we hope you find many familiar and fond memories inside these covers. As this book is a collection of stories from the past, each story has been presented as it was told or written and are not the views and opinions of the authors.

Additional thanks for their stories.

Cost: $34.50

As you can appreciate we are unable to give any refunds.

For further information email celebrate@hamiltonpark.org.au

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