October 8, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at October 8, 2017
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Remember the Day’s of the ‘Altona High’ School Yard

The Altona High School / Altona Secondary College display, hosted by the Altona Laverton Historical Society, at the Altona Homestead will commence on Sunday 8th October 11am – 2pm. The display includes school memorabilia, honour boards, sports pennants, trophies and the collection of student/teacher photo albums from 1980 onwards. This […]
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August 11, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at August 11, 2017
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All Things Quilted August 12 to September 17 2017

The members of Seabreeze Quilters and the Altona Laverton Historical Society, would love to show you all things ‘quilted’ in our beautiful Altona Homestead — and invite you  to join them each weekend as our members sit and sew. The Homestead will be open each Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 […]
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August 6, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at August 6, 2017
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My Visit to the Homestead – Eliza Pelns

What I learnt from my visit to the Altona Homestead.   For her efforts, Eliza was awarded the ‘Principal’s Award’ at St. Mary’s Altona.
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July 22, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at July 22, 2017
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Condolence & Tribute: Douglas Keith Grant

It is with much sadness that the members of the Altona Laverton Historical Society acknowledge the passing of a great identity and contributor to the well being of the Altona community, Doug Grant on 20th July 2017. Not only was Doug a former Mayor and Councillor but he contributed a […]
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May 5, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at May 5, 2017
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Hobsons Bay Heritage April 18 to May 21 2017 – Save Altona Hospital

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 […]
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April 16, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at April 16, 2017
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Born at the Altona Hospital

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 […]
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March 5, 2017
Published by marcus at March 5, 2017
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Surplus Scones – Altona Lions Club Soup Kitchen

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!
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March 5, 2017
Published by marcus at March 5, 2017
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Over 600 years of Altona’s History enjoying Devonshire Tea

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.  
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February 4, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at February 4, 2017
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YMCA at Altona – Camp for workers’ families

A story about Altona Homestead and Logan Reserve From a modest beginning, the industrial welfare movements inaugurated by several Melbourne business firms have grown into large undertakings, and the number of employees taking advantage of the establishments provided by their employers has increased rapidly. About three years ago a large […]
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February 4, 2017
Published by Graeme Reilly at February 4, 2017
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Dukes & Paproths

James Duke moved to Altona in 1917 with his wife Mary from Brunswick where they had contributed to Victoria’s growing population by producing 12 children. Although many of the children had reached maturity by the time they moved to Altona, there was still a brood at home needing James’ attention, […]
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