Templestowe Memorial Park and War Memorial
Corner High Street and Foote Street, Templestowe Lower
Templestowe Memorial Reserve ANZAC War Memorial - Google Maps 2014
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| Templestowe Memorial Park - GoogleMaps 2017 |
http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/templestowe-memorial-park
1854 - Church of England granted a two acre site opposite, what is now, the Services Memorial Park on the corner of High St. and Foote St.
A school building erected on the site and church services conducted.
History of St Mark's Anglican Church Templestowe
Templestowe War Memorial
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| Templestowe war memorial - Photos: Graeme Saunders |
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| Templestowe war memorial - Photos: Graeme Saunders |
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| Templestowe war memorial - Photos: Graeme Saunders |
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| Templestowe war memorial - Photos: Graeme Saunders |
Monument characteristics : A five tier granite monument tooped with two granite columns and triangular block with rising sun insignia
Location: High Street, Services Memorial Park, Templestowe, 3106
GPS Coordinates: Lat: -37.7574 Long: 145.118947
War Memorial at Templestowe 2014 inscribed with the names of those from Templestowe who died in the WW1 [1914 to 1919] and also those who returned. There are discrepancies with the names on the Memorial with the names in the Roll of Honor book of Templestowe State School No. 1395. DP1231. Needs transcription
Front Inscription:
For King and Country. A tribute to the memory of the glorious sons of Templestowe who died in the Great War 1914-1919.
[ Names ]
They never know the secret game of power. All that this earth can give they thrust aside. They crowded all their youth into one hour. For this fleeting dream of right they died.
They fought that we may live.
[ Names ]
Inscription in Proximity:
City of Doncaster & Templestowe
This reserve was the site of the Bulleen Shire Hall from July 1875 until 1910, when it became the Shire Pound.
In 1971, the Council of the City of Doncaster and Templestowe renamed the reserve to "Services Memorial Park" to honour the men and women who fought in all wars since Federation and also to honour members of local service organisations who have contributed to the quality of life of the city.
In 1990, the First World War Memorial was relocated from its original site at Anderson Street to this reserve with the financial assistance from Council, the Rotary Club of Templestowe an the Templestowe Returned Services League.
The official ceremony of dedication was conducted by His Worship the Mayor of Doncaster & Templestowe, Cr. Trevor Waring JP on the 75th anniversary of ANZAC Day, 25th April 1990
http://monumentaustralia.org.au/themes/conflict/ww1/display/33706-templestowe-war-memorial/
The memorial standing in Anderson Street opposite James Street is possibly in a hazardous position. Already, cars that have failed to take the corner, have crashed through the fence on either side of the monument. If damaged, the sculptured decoration and the round columns would be difficult and expensive to replace.
Twenty years ago the attractive miniature brass cannon, that surmounted the structure, was stolen.
In Templestowe, between Parker and Foot Streets at High Street, is the City Services Park. The park was formed at the instigation of the secretary of the R.S.L. A stone opposite the entrance simply states - "Lest We Forget”. It is to be hoped that these words still have meaning for the next generation. This land has great historical significance, for it was the first home of local government in the city. In 1872, the Roads Board Office was built here. Later, the building became the Shire Hall and the Shire Pound was on the same land. Tt seems an oversight that this fact is not commemorated in the park.
Irvine Green writing in 1978 02 DTHS Newsletter
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For King and Country. A tribute to the memory of the glorious sons of Templestowe who died in the Great War 1914-1919.
[ Names ]
They never know the secret game of power. All that this earth can give they thrust aside. They crowded all their youth into one hour. For this fleeting dream of right they died.
They fought that we may live.
[ Names ]
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| Templestowe war memorial - Photos: Graeme Saunders. |
City of Doncaster & Templestowe
This reserve was the site of the Bulleen Shire Hall from July 1875 until 1910, when it became the Shire Pound.
In 1971, the Council of the City of Doncaster and Templestowe renamed the reserve to "Services Memorial Park" to honour the men and women who fought in all wars since Federation and also to honour members of local service organisations who have contributed to the quality of life of the city.
In 1990, the First World War Memorial was relocated from its original site at Anderson Street to this reserve with the financial assistance from Council, the Rotary Club of Templestowe an the Templestowe Returned Services League.
The official ceremony of dedication was conducted by His Worship the Mayor of Doncaster & Templestowe, Cr. Trevor Waring JP on the 75th anniversary of ANZAC Day, 25th April 1990
http://monumentaustralia.org.au/themes/conflict/ww1/display/33706-templestowe-war-memorial/
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| Templestowe Memorial Park - GoogleStreetView 2015 |
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| War Memorial, Templestowe Memorial Park - Google Maps (Tay 2017) |
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| War Memorial, Templestowe, 2012 Memorial Park (John Young) |
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| Templestowe WWI War Memorial c1920s - Opposite James St. Postcard by Kodak - (John Young Collection) |
Extract from Memorials and Markers
In the 1920’s, War Memorials were being erected to the soldiers who had given their lives during the First World War. At Warrandyte a simple monolith was placed high up above the road outside the new R.S.L. building. At Doncaster, sculptured panels with an honor roll were attached to the front of the Athenaeum Hall. When a public meeting was held at Templestowe in 1922, Mrs. Carl Aumann suggested that both a Memorial Hall and a Monument be erected. The machine gun that was part of the memorial at Doncaster was confiscated by the army on the outbreak of the 1939/1945 War. When Doncaster Road was rebuilt and widened, the front of the Athenaeum Hall, including the old entrance and projection room, had to be removed. The panels were replaced on a newly-built front wall with steps leading up to them.The memorial standing in Anderson Street opposite James Street is possibly in a hazardous position. Already, cars that have failed to take the corner, have crashed through the fence on either side of the monument. If damaged, the sculptured decoration and the round columns would be difficult and expensive to replace.
Twenty years ago the attractive miniature brass cannon, that surmounted the structure, was stolen.
In Templestowe, between Parker and Foot Streets at High Street, is the City Services Park. The park was formed at the instigation of the secretary of the R.S.L. A stone opposite the entrance simply states - "Lest We Forget”. It is to be hoped that these words still have meaning for the next generation. This land has great historical significance, for it was the first home of local government in the city. In 1872, the Roads Board Office was built here. Later, the building became the Shire Hall and the Shire Pound was on the same land. Tt seems an oversight that this fact is not commemorated in the park.
Irvine Green writing in 1978 02 DTHS Newsletter
Templestowe War Memorial Dedication in Anderson Street (opposite James Street), Templestowe, in 1921. In 1990 it was shifted to Services Park, Ruffey Street Templestowe. DP0510
Templestowe War Memorial c1970 Opposite James St. Coleen Bower. Facebook
Anderson Street, Templestowe late 1960s part of the east side of Anderson Street,Templestowe, opposite the east end of James Street, showing the War Memorial in its original position, Brian Mullens International Scout ute outside the former home of pioneer Robert Hunter, and in the distance the home of Brian Mullens father and mother Mr and Mrs Eddie Mullens. DP1118
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War memorial. date ?? From Ben Frawley
PROPOSED SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL FOR TEMPLESTOWE.
A communication was received by the Doncaster council at its meeting on Tuesday night, February 11 from the Templestowe memorial committee stating it had been decided to erect a monument at Templestowe to perpetuate the names of the district soldiers who have fallen in the war. The site chosen was opposite the post office, and the council was asked to grant its permission for the erection, subject to the approval of the country roads board.—Ex-Cr. Thos. Hunter, secretary of the committee, addressed the council in support of the request, and stated that it was proposed to expend about £300 on this monument. The venue selected was close up to Smith's fence on the eastern side of the main road at its junction with Anderson street. If the council granted the con-cession, it would not interfere with the traffic along the main thoroughfare, and very slight in coming up towards Doncaster. The committee was unanimous in selecting that site, as it was near the centre of the population, and within easy reach of all the public buildings. The monument would take up about nine or ten square feet, and would be protected by an iron railing. The president (Cr. McNamara) moved that the necessary permission be granted for the erection of the memorial, subject to the approval of the board.—In seconding, Cr. H. Clay congratulated the Templestowe committee on having decided to erect this monument, also on the site chosen, which was the most suitable in Templestowe. It was a move in the right direction, and the least they could do for those who had lost their lives was to erect something to perpetuate their memory. The resolution was unanimously carried, and Mr. Hunter thanked the council for its support.
Source: 1919 'PROPOSED SOLDIERS’ MEMORIAL FOR TEMPLESTOWE.', The Reporter (Box Hill, Vic. : 1889 - 1925), 14 February, p. 5. , viewed 09 May 2023, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article257148909
MEMORIAL AT TEMPLESTOWE.
The residents of Templestowe intend to erect a monument on the main road in memory of fallen soldiers, and also a memorial hall to replace the present mechanics institute, which has become inadequate for the needs of the district. Altogether, 27 young men from Templestowe served in the war, and only 10 returned. An initial effort to form a nucleus of a fund for the two objects raised £400, of which £300 is to be spent on the memorial. This was further augmented by a bazaar held on Friday and Saturday, and which was opened by Mr. W. H. Everard, M.L.A., assisted by Mr. W. Angliss, M.L.C., and Cr. F. M'Namara, the newly elected president of Doncaster shire council. There were large attendances on both days, and a substantial surplus will result.
Source: 1920 'Bacon-Curing Plant Extension.', The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), 7 September, p. 8. , viewed 09 May 2023, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203072607
TEMPLESTOWE MEMORIAL : TRIBUTE TO THE HONORED DEAD. GUIDE TO DUTY AT THE CROSS ROADS.
A handsome memorial in the form of a column erected by residents of Templestowe to perpetuate the memory of their fellow citizens who fell in the great war, was on Sunday afternoon last unveiled by Major-General Forsyth, C.M.G., in the presence of a large assemblage among whom were Mr. W. H. Everard, M.L.A. the Presdent (Cr. H. J. C. Clay) and councillors of Doncaster Shire, and Chaplain-Captain Tregear. The memorial, which has been placed in a commanding position at the corner of Anderson road and James street Templestowe, consists of a base of two steps, a rock-faced sub-base, two smooth-faced blocks, and an elegant canopy, which is adorned with a bronze rising sun and surrounded with a minature cannon in bronze. The names of the men who enlisted from the district have been placed on the memorial in raised lettering, with the following inscription: For King and Country. A tribute to the memory of the glorious sons of Templestowe who died in the great war, 1914-1919. "They never knew the secret game of power; All that this earth can give they thrust aside; They crowned all their years into an hour; And for one fleeting dream of right they died." The ceremony was commenced with a selection by the Doncaster District Band, after which Cr. Clay briefly addressed the gathering making special reference to the gallant men of Templestowe who were at rest far from their homeland. A hymn "Nearer my God to Thee," was sung, followed by the Lord's Prayer, addresses by Cr. McNamara, president of the Memorial Committee, and Chaplain Capt. Tregear, and the singing of another another hymn," "Lead kindly light." In introducing Major-General Forsyth, Mr. Everard congratulated the committee and residents on the erection of such a magnificent monument. He asked those present to at all times extend a helping hand to the returned men. It was their duty, as well as that of the Government, to do what was right by those who had done and suffered so much for Australia. He was one who believed that the promises made should be fulfilled. Although the Government had not been able to do all it would have wished, it was not forgetful of its duty. He described the major-general as one whom the Australian soldiers loved to follow. Major-General Forsyth expressed delight at being present. On such an occasion their thoughts should turn to the honored dead, who gave their lives so that Australia might maintain its position among the natons of the world. In no small part, considering the numbers sent, had the result of the war been due to Australia. He trusted the priceless gift that had been bequeathed us would not be misused, but that out of the horrors of war there would arise nobler and more worthy aspirations on the part of the great nations. He firmly belied that the men who had not returned were not dead, but that they had joined the deathless army of Australia. Though their bodies lay beneath the soils of distant lands; their souls went marching on. The genuine returned men needed as much help as possible. He had no sympathy for the slacker who fought little, but sponged much. In releasing the flag which draped the column, he added "May this memorial ever stand as a guide at these cross roads to all. those who in future may pass it, and in passing be under some trouble or in doubt. May the names on the face of this monument speak to those people so that they will not hesitate one in start, but step firmly on the path of duty, even unto death, as the men who owned these names have done." With bowed heads the gathering stood while the "Last Post” was sounded, after which the memorial was formally handed over to the Doncaster Shire Council by the Memorial Committee, and accepted by Cr. Clay. The singing of the National Anthem concluded a beautiful and impressive ceremony. The memorial was viewed with admiration by those present, who lingered for some time to dwell with reverence on the memories and deeds of the gallant dead of Templestowe.
Source: 1921 'TEMPLESTOWE MEMORIAL', The Reporter (Box Hill, Vic. : 1889 - 1925), 23 December, p. 3. , viewed 09 May 2023, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article257160079
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