News
May 5, 2017
Following the closure of the Altona Hospital in November 1996 the residents of Altona stood as one not to merely protest at the closure of an icon of this community for over 60 years but to fight to retain what had always been seen as a community asset. The residents […]
April 16, 2017
Were you or a relative born at the Altona Hospital between 1932 and 1995? We estimate that approximately 13,500 babies were born at the hospital during that time. If you are one of these we would love to hear from you so that we can add your details to our […]
March 5, 2017
Any scones left after our Devonshire Tea do not go to waste – we donate them to Altona Lions Club Soup Kitchen, straight after our event, for them to distribute that afternoon … a little help to those less fortunate!
March 5, 2017
Over 600 years of Altona’s History enjoying Devonshire Tea today. Be sure to check out our events page on and join us for our next Devonshire Tea.
June 29, 2016
BY GOYA DMYTRYSHCHAK Christmas comes but twice within a year with the heart of Altona about to be transformed into a festive wonderland for Christmas in July. Altona Laverton Historical Society and Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre will host a range of events from July 1 to 14, including […]
January 20, 2016
Unfortunately we have had a theft at the Altona Homestead over the last month or two, as per pictures a standard set of weights and measures was on display – these are made of brass and are very heavy, the ball weight was approx 25cm across and the measures from […]
October 8, 2014
Ethel Muller who attends the homestead to man the front desk week in week out turned 97 this week, we celebrated with a cake. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETHEL! We would like to thank Ethel for her dedication and help over the years.
September 30, 2014
In the 1930s, Altona was well known as a holiday and fishing village. Following WW1, a steady influx of families moved into Altona and the population grew. In 1928, the Werribee Shire appointed Dr Louis Joel of Newport as the medical officer of Altona. At that time, with no trained […]