Friends of Black Rock House in Black Rock, Australia | Community organisation

Friends of Black Rock House

Locality: Black Rock, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9589 5763

Address: 32-36 Ebden Avenue 3193 Black Rock, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.blackrockhouse.org.au

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25.01.2022 If anyone sees this bike in the streets, please pm me.

25.01.2022 This will be the new attire at BRH from now on. Better get sewing

25.01.2022 How wonderful our spooky spoonville community looks this morning and the creativity is outstanding. We even have a spooky church now next to our spooky school. But unfortunately we have had some vandalism over the long weekend and if someone ends up with a pumpkin in their front yard we’d really appreciate it if it was returned to the spooky graveyard. We have found the 2nd pumpkin smashed and spread throughout the front gardens which is so disappointing to see. This isn’t ...the first time we’ve been vandalised over the past few months but thought we were on top of it, but it looks like the weekends are a hideout for teens to start little fires, climb on the roof and break the slate tiles, gouge out the stones from the stonewall near the stables and leave their general rubbish in the gardens which most of us have been cleaning up and disposing of on a regular basis. So I ask if anyone sees anything to call the Sandringham police station on 8530 5100 as they have been patrolling the area and are aware of our issues at the moment. It’s been a long 7 months since we’ve opened our doors but looking forward to a fresh start in 2021. See more

24.01.2022 The quarterly newsletter is out for all members of Friends of Black Rock House. For a nominal fee of $15 single or $20 family you can keep up to date with all the news of whats happening at BRH, whats coming up after Iso and what restoration work is being carried out currently. President Carolyn Brown OAM has been working closely with the Bayside Council and Heritage Victoria to continue the work on the new Library and a few other projects happening at the moment. ... To become a member of Friends of Black Rock House, click on the link below. Stay safe and see you all soon. https://www.blackrockhouse.org.au/

23.01.2022 Black Rock House has gone international! Sarah wrote an article about Black Rock House and the old school investigation nights we held last year for a feature ...in Haunted Magazine UK. The magazine is distributed worldwide so very soon, everyone will be wanting to come to Black Rock House! https://www.haunteddigitalmagazine.com/

22.01.2022 Well we’ve been a little quiet here over the past few months being in lockdown, but we have an announcement to share with you all. As you know our FoBRH President, Carolyn Brown OAM isn’t one to sit idle and has just shared with us that she will be standing for a spot in the upcoming Bayside City Council elections in October. The exciting part is that Carolyn will be standing for the ‘Ebden’ ward. Congratulations Carolyn, they’ll be very lucky to have you onboard.

22.01.2022 UPDATE Neighbourhood watch came to BRH on Monday and kindly used their graffiti buster equipment to remove the horrible etchings in our 164yr old trees. Unfortunately some lowlife decided to return this week and start all over again. We have again contacted the police we are increasing our security in and around the house. We do not know why this is happening but someone has also broken into the ballroom and stolen our new Dyson Stick. They have even unscrewed the holde...r from the wall!! So if anyone has any idea of who desperately needed the Dyson or if theyd like to return it, wed really appreciate it as we the Friends purchased the Dyson from donations from the community. I know we are living in crazy times but lets keep real people. See more

21.01.2022 If you live in the bayside area and you’re in the Ebden Ward (check map below), please pop over to Carolyns new Facebook page and see what she’s up to. Carolyn will be posting each Thursday with updates, insights and community activity. #carolynbrownforebden

20.01.2022 This is interesting, what’s your thoughts

20.01.2022 Came across this site the other day and found it so interesting. I sent of my address and had a wonderful surprise at the history of my street and neighbourhood.

19.01.2022 Seniors Morning Tea at Parliament of Victoria: After the success of the Seniors Morning Teas, Parliament House is pleased to offer a similar Morning Tea for the... month of April 2020. Morning Tea is $25.00 per person on presentation of seniors cards or $35.00 per person for all others. Please share this within your U3A, however, this is not limited to only U3Amembers. You can come as a group or individually. Served in Strangers Corridor at 10:00 am -11.30am, Monday through to Fridays during the month of April 2020. BOOKINGS REQUIRED. Please phone Parliament House on 03 9651 8944 or 03 9651 8941 or email them on [email protected] to make your Morning Tea booking. Tracey and the Network Team

18.01.2022 What fun we had with the community drive by for Lesley Falloons 100th celebrations. Cars tooting, people singing, magnificent flower arrangements, birthday cards aplenty and balloons (Lesleys favourite), even a letter from the Queen! So glad the sun was shining for this beautiful centenarian . **A special thank you to Ribbonlee for the beautiful banner made for this special occasion.

18.01.2022 So the friends committee meet every 6 weeks to discuss whats happening at BRH, open days, events, financials and any new business. Today we thought wed take a step into the 21st century and have a Zoom meeting. Well, it was our first time and this clip below pretty much sums up how our zoom meeting went minus 2 members that couldnt get on. But not to be deterred we will sort it out before we try again next Friday. #everyoneneedsamaya #staysafeeveryone #wewillreturn https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1943756472424993&id=183410325126292

17.01.2022 The first Sunday of every month is Open House Day and we were hopeful that we’d be welcoming you all back today after being closed for many months with a BBQ for Fathers Day. However that’s not to be so we thought let’s look back on what fun we’ve had in the past...and what a past this house has had. We have decided to look ahead to 2021 for any activities being held at BRH with the exception of something coming up next month, but we’ll tell you about that soon. So get a cuppa and look back on all the activities and you might be surprised to see what goes on at the oldest home by the sea. Stay well and a very happy Fathers Day to all the dads out there.

17.01.2022 Well how wonderful our little community has grown from 2 to 15 in 3 days.

16.01.2022 Hot off the press 2 new fabric designs for Halloween. A vodka spirit or cruel villains mask will protect you while walking the streets on Halloween night. Text your order to 0451 979 194 #31stoctober #halloween #spirit ... #mask #protection #fundraiser #friendsofblackrockhouse See more

16.01.2022 Update: the photos below are of young women being presented to court. Victorian brides how beautiful they were and to think the amount of work and detail in those dresses. Share a picture of your wedding dress and year.

16.01.2022 4 minutes till tickets go on sale. Be quick peoples

15.01.2022 This Octoberween be fashionable with a limited edition BRH Halloween mask. 8 different designs to choose from and $5 from every $15 mask is donated back to support the ongoing beautification of Black Rock House. #halloween #mask #fundraiser #fashionaccessories ... #keepsafe #blackrock #bayside #melbourne #friendsofblackrockhouse See more

15.01.2022 Due to the increasing worry of the Covid-19 virus, the Committee of Friends of Black Rock House have decided to cancel all coming events/ tours and open house tours till 3rd May. We do this in the hope that visitors will stay safe and healthy and we look forward to your visits in the coming future. For any queries please do not hesitate to contact us on [email protected]

15.01.2022 Reveille - is played on the completion of one minute silence, after the Last Post has been sounded. It calls the soldiers spirit to rise and prepare for another day. ANZAC Day Dawn Service BRH 2020

13.01.2022 The countdown is on to Halloween. We may not be having our trick or treat event this year but there’s no reason not to take a walk and visit our Spooky Spoonville. Stay safe and protect yourself with our limited edition Halloween masks. $5 from every $15 mask will help go to the repair of this beauty after standing idle for the past 7 month. Text your order to 0451 979 184 and leave your name, style no. and size and we’ll get back to you. Thank you for supporting #friendsofblackrockhouse

13.01.2022 The committee that works together....... What a great working bee we had today sorting out the tack room and staff room for bigger and better things to come this year at BRH. Its a work in progress which we hope everyone will be excited about. Looking forward to keeping you updated on our interesting body of works in the house and stables starting soon. Many thanks to Carolyn, Eryl, Rob, Bert & Gudrun. A nice warm bath will fix those body aches tomorrow

12.01.2022 Pop on over to the new page like and share.

12.01.2022 How interesting the tram went past Black Rock House.

12.01.2022 Halloween is finally here and it’s not what we thought we’d be doing today. But this afternoon from 3pm we’ll have a few displays in the grounds to take a look at as you pass by. Unfortunately no trick or treating but you might see a few witches .

12.01.2022 SPOONVILLE GRAVEYARD is officially ready and waiting to be filled with spooky spoons. Let’s see what ghoulish creations will be buried in our graveyard of death #octoberween #spoonville #hallowseve #spooky ... #hauntedhouse #ghost #boo #facebook #bayside #melbourne #blackrockhouse See more

11.01.2022 Tonight we interview Sarah Chumacero and her experiences with her site BLACK ROCK HOUSE TUNE IN Frightfully Good - Paranormal, Spiritual, Community At 7.30pm. See you on the dark side

11.01.2022 While Black Rock House is closed, it might be fun the share some history posts from time to time. Here are some 100 year old photos of Melbourne including a pearler of Brighton Beach!

11.01.2022 Amazing reading and history into Black Rock House.

11.01.2022 Spooky Spoonville continues to grow!

11.01.2022 It was a very special morning at BRH as one of our neighbours, Rob played the Last Post and Reveille at Dawn on our front porch. Rob is a professional trumpet player and ex Air Force - where he played in the Band for 17 years. He has done many Last Posts all over Australia but in 1999 it was the Air Forces turn to provide the bugler for the Dawn Service at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. He did both the Dawn Service and the service after the morning Parade. He was... given special permission by the ADF to wear his grandfathers medals while in uniform and Bruce Ruxton actually made special mention of this just before he did the Last Post. Robs Mum was ready to burst with pride. We thank you Rob and all your fellow servicemen and women. Lest we forget

11.01.2022 Open house this Sunday 1st March 1-4pm with Devonshire tea being served in the ballroom 1.30-3.30pm. No bookings required.

10.01.2022 Changing faces exhibition celebrates the contribution women make to the Bayside area and encourages women to get involved in local democracy. It was exciting to see 5 volunteers from BRH invited to participate in the exhibit including past President Lesley Falloon OAM and our current President Carolyn Brown OAM.

10.01.2022 If you live in the bayside area and youre in the Ebden Ward (check map below), please pop over to Carolyns new Facebook page and see what shes up to. Carolyn will be posting each Thursday with updates, insights and community activity. #carolynbrownforebden

10.01.2022 Something to look forward to

10.01.2022 Today we were devastated at the sight we found when visiting the house this morning. One of the 164year old Morton Bay Fig trees has been defaced and our sandstone walls have been etched out. Not forgetting that someone thought it was ok to dump rubbish in the gardens, back walkway and on the lawns. Neighbourhood Watch 3193 has been notified along with the Bayside Police. If you saw anything this weekend please dont hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

09.01.2022 #BCSVThrowbackThursday Seen in the yard of Sandringham-Mentone BL (Currers) is HCN 506, a 27 seat Bedford OB with CAC body proudly wearing the mustard yellow l...ivery (Keith Kings photo). It was the first new bus purchased by Currer after he purchased the business in 1949, the bus being new 11/1950 and initially registered SU 216 and re-registered as seen in 1960.The depot was at 141 Beach Road, between Foam and Surf Streets near Parkers Road. Charlie Currer originally traded as Black Rock Motor Service, after acquiring the Balcombe Rd service from Mr A Lewis, primarily running between Mentone Station and the Black Rock VR tram but with some school trips along Beach Rd. In early 1957, the trunk route was extended along Beach Road to Sandringham, with the VR bus from Beaumaris now following the tram route, which had ceased on 5/11/1956. After this northward extension, Charlie Currer then traded as Sandringham Mentone BL. On 3 September 1968 services would reach the new Southland Shopping Centre mecca. Following a period of partnership with Ray Allnutts Sandringham Bus Lines from 7/197010/1971, Charlies son Dennis took over after returning from Europe. Charlie died suddenly in January 1973. 1973 also saw a short stint into charter and school sports work before Dennis became ill and ultimately sold the business. Tom Jones Southland Bus Service took over the 645 & 646 runs on 26 September 1977.

08.01.2022 Here is our interview about Octoberween - Spooky Spoonville on Friday Magazine, 88.3 Southern FM - starts 3 October. Join in the fun!

07.01.2022 The first Sunday of every month is Open House Day and we were hopeful that wed be welcoming you all back today after being closed for many months with a BBQ for Fathers Day. However thats not to be so we thought lets look back on what fun weve had in the past...and what a past this house has had. We have decided to look ahead to 2021 for any activities being held at BRH with the exception of something coming up next month, but well tell you about that soon. So get a cuppa and look back on all the activities and you might be surprised to see what goes on at the oldest home by the sea. Stay well and a very happy Fathers Day to all the dads out there.

06.01.2022 100 years young today, Happy Birthday Lesley Falloon OAM. Lesley is a trailblazer with vision and determination. Without Lesley BRH may have been demolished back in the 70s, but she pushed the then City of Sandringham council to invest and allow the community to enjoy it. A few years later, Lesley formed the Friends of Black Rock House and we are still going strong 40years on. Happy birthday Lesley

06.01.2022 Finally made it to the Mitre Tavern, Bank Place where Charles Ebden owned 5,6, 7 Collins Street. I dont think anything has changed inside the building in over 170years. How amazing this little tavern has stood the test of time with large buildings all around it.

05.01.2022 Does anyone remember the tram .

04.01.2022 Halloween at Black Rock House 2020. Social distancing is still very important to us all but so is having a little fun. A suggestion from local resident, Katrina Reid was to have a spoonville at BRH so Spooky Spoonville was born. As of 3rd October we welcome you to fill our BRH Cemetery with the scariest ghostly spoons you can create. #ghostly #gravesite #witch #spoonvillemelbourne #bayside #haunted #boo #getcreative #blackrock #creative #halloween at #blackrockhouse

04.01.2022 White Horse hotel built in 1853 how interesting.

03.01.2022 HAPPY HALLOWEEN Covid safe witch ready to visit Black Rock House

02.01.2022 Our Spooky Spoonville has grown with the new arrival of a spooky school plus many other creative spoons. Committee member Eryl, her daughter and grand daughter have been very busy. Thanks for adding to our community.

01.01.2022 Well weve been a little quiet here over the past few months being in lockdown, but we have an announcement to share with you all. As you know our FoBRH President, Carolyn Brown OAM isnt one to sit idle and has just shared with us that she will be standing for a spot in the upcoming Bayside City Council elections in October. The exciting part is that Carolyn will be standing for the Ebden ward. Congratulations Carolyn, theyll be very lucky to have you onboard.

01.01.2022 Visited BRH today and shes prettier than ever. The gardens and lawns look so healthy with the sunshine and rain weve been having. As much as wed like to return and open our doors, were being a little cautious and have decided to reopen on Sunday 6th September 1-4pm for tours and 1.30-3.30 for Devonshire teas. There maybe a few changes we need to make in group sizes but we will notify you prior to the Open Day. Enjoy the photos and we look forward to welcoming you back to BRH. xx