Catherine Cameron

F, #8768, b. 1855, d. 1949
Father*Duncan Cameron b. 28 Feb 1824, d. 1 Dec 1911
Mother*Flora Buchanan b. 1829, d. 4 Jun 1919
Married NameGreenhalgh. 
Married NameHillman. 
Married NameCrowley. 
Married NameBoswell. 
Birth*1855 Wallan Wallan, VIC, Australia. 
Marriage*30 Sep 1873 Spouse: James David Crowley. VIC, Australia, #M3170.1
 
Widow23 Feb 1900Catherine Cameron became a widow upon the death of her husband James David Crowley.2 
Marriage*1901 Spouse: Charles Kerr Boswell. VIC, Australia, #M1037.3
 
Widow12 Nov 1905Catherine Cameron became a widow upon the death of her husband Charles Kerr Boswell.4 
Marriage*1907 Spouse: Joseph Greenhalgh. Casino, NSW, Australia, #M4135.5,6
 
Marriage*1917 Spouse: Samuel Hillman. Sydney, NSW, Australia, #M342.6,5
 
Death*1949 Petersham, NSW, Australia, #D25242/1949.6 

Citations

  1. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888.
  2. [S80] Ancestry - Family Tree, Ancestry Tree Name: Cameron Family Tree, Tree ID: 5900416
    Person viewed: James David Crowley, Birth Date: 1843, Death Date: 23 Feb 1900.
  3. [S2] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Federation Index Victoria 1889-1901.
  4. [S80] Ancestry - Family Tree, https://www.ancestry.com.au/family-tree/tree/30708015/…
  5. [S80] Ancestry - Family Tree, Ancestry Tree Name: Sholl No 1Family Tree, Tree ID: 30708015
    Person viewed: Catherine Cameron, Birth Date: 1855, Death Date: 13 May 1949.
  6. [S7] Registry of NSW Births Deaths and Marriages.
Last Edited19 Mar 2023

The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch

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Note* Dallas Brooks Scout Park – The Beginning
The story of Dallas Brooks Scout Park starts in 1952. Some forward-thinking people within the Caulfield District of the then Boy Scouts Association acquired 120 acres of bushland at the end of Harpfield Road in Upper Beaconsfield. The property consisted of the Chalet, a dam, a bridge and a few shelters and rain-water tanks spread around the site. A team of interested leaders, parents, and friends slowly developed the site. Jim Sneddon and Ken Walters took key roles in the creation of camping sites and the overall management of the site. Dallas Brooks Park was a bush site for camping, activities, adventures and the development of youth members of the Caulfield District (Boy) Scouts Association.

The Bridge was built by Army Engineers, one of whom perished during the building of the bridge. A commemorative plaque can be found nearby.

Development and Tragic Loss
In the early 1980s, a plan was conceived to build a Holiday Activity Centre just inside the front gate of the campsite. Many workers volunteered their skills and energy to build the facility. It included accommodation to house 40 people in two dormitories, leader rooms, a commercial kitchen, dining room and a lounge room with an open fireplace. The Centre was completed and all was prepared for the official opening to be held on Saturday 19 February. 1983. Three days before the Official Opening a huge bushfire engulfed the park and surrounding areas. The fire-storm devastated buildings, trees, vegetation and wildlife and took the lives of four local CFA volunteers and 8 (?) others from neighbouring crews. . Both South Australia and Victoria burned that day. That day is now known as Ash Wednesday (16 Feb 1983).

The Next Phase
Replacing boundary fences and re-establishing water pipelines was the first priority. Limited funds led to the decision to not rebuild the Cub Pack Holiday Centre. Instead two Bessa Brick halls were constructed, each with a fireplace and male/female toilets. Serious erosion issues resulted from the lack of vegetation. About the same time, a parcel of land at the north of the property, managed by St Kilda District, was passed to Caulfield District. Dallas Brooks Park expanded to over 150 acres of bushland. Leaders and friends of Caulfield District, now a part of Glen Eira Stonnington District, continue the care, promotion and development of the site. The purpose of Dallas Brooks Park remains clear – to provide the opportunity for Scouts and other youth groups to experience camping, outdoor activities and adventures in a safe, closed environment.

Ongoing Management
The Committee of Management, consisting of Gary Hawkins, Ken Mclean, Ross Godden and Trevor Howlett, coordinate and continue the development of the site. We are looking to Leaders in the District to help us on the way forward. All ideas are gratefully received. Recent works include removing dead trees and protecting the picnic area from traffic. As always we are looking for others to assist in any way or form that they can, from building to electrical work, from painting to planting, or simply using the facility. Staying in one of the Halls can be done at no cost by volunteering to do some minor tasks or cleaning around the park. There is always something to do! All members of the Glen Eira Stonnington Scouting family are welcome to come along and get involved. To find out more FAQ’s or contact...
Who uses Dallas Brooks Scout Park?Camping at Dallas Brooks Scout Park

The campsite is used by
Scout troops
Venturer Units
Rovers
Groups and District
Victorian Police Search & Rescue
Upper Beaconsfield CFA
The Dirt Bike Mountain Bike Club
Air Force Cadets
Private small family groups

The Future
Dallas Brooks Park is a fantastic asset for Glen Eira Stonnington District ,Scouting and the general Community. Whilst many developers may wish to get their hands on the site, Cardinia Shire and our local neighbours support us in our quest to maintain this facility in its “raw/bush” state and a “green wedge” in the area. The story of Dallas Brooks Scout Park continues….

Who was Dallas Brooks?
Sir Reginald Alexander Dallas Brookes was born in 1896 in England. He was severely wounded in Gallipoli, mentioned in dispatches and awarded the French Croix de Guere. In the 1920’s he captained the Combined Services cricket and hockey teams. He continued his military career until his retirement in 1949. Sir Dallas was chosen as Governor of Victoria in 1949, at a time of considerable political instability. He reportedly had a genial and approachable manner and carried out his duties in ways suited to a changing society. Brooks served three terms as Governor, administrator of the Commonwealth. He retired as Victoria’s longest serving governor, and one of its most popular in April 1963. In retirement he lived in Frankston, Victoria and died in 1966. (reference Australian Dictionary of Biography.)1 
Land-UBeac*3 Sep 1948 PAK-145 (part) LP6640 (Lots 1.2.3.6 and pt Lots 4.5.9). Transfer from William Edward Lowe to The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch. 49a 2r 17p.2 
Land-UBeac*11 Dec 1958 GEM-D-30.31.33 (part).33A (part).59 (part). Transfer from Ernst Ferdinand Finger to The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch. 150a 1r 36p - purchase price £2052.3,4 
Land-UBeac11 Dec 1958 GEM-D-32 2/LP45608. Transfer from Ernst Ferdinand Finger to The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch. 11a 2r 21 6/10p.5 
Land-UBeac*2 Apr 1963 GEM-D-29A (part). Transfer from Claude Breydon to The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch. 12a 1r 29 4/10p.6 
Land-UBeac*2 Nov 1978 GEM-D-59 (part). Transfer from Myrtle Kathleen Fackler to The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch. 10a.7 
Land-UBeac*22 May 1981 GEM-D-33 (part). Transfer from The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch to Peter Russell Howard Robert John Howard. 3.138 ha - J474383.8 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 25 Apr 1935: The Second St. Kilda troop of Boy Scouts have been camped on Mr. Thorogood’s property, and, despite the bad weather, they have had a good time. Fortunately their camp was pitched on a high spot, and being well drained, they suffered no inconvenience.9
  • 20 Dec 1957: 10th CAULFIELD BOY SCOUTS GROUP
    Camp commences Boxing Day for fourteen days, at Upper Beaconsfield, open to Parents and Visitors New Years Day. Come along, bring picnic lunch, enjoy Camp Fire with the boys.10
  • 5 Sep 1958: 3rd ST. KILDA BOY SCOUTS GROUP
    Scout Camp: At Upper Beaconsfield, week-end of 5, 6, 7 Sept. Going-up ceremony for Cubs on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 7, at 2.30 p.m. Directions: Proceed to Dandening. Take road to Warragul on left to Beaconsfield, cross Kardinia Creek, turn left to Upper Beaconsfield. Proceed through town for 2 mile, passing Pine Grove Hotel; take road on left. Campsite has double Cyclone gates on left.11
  • 18 Dec 1959: 10th CAULFIELD BOY SCOUT GROUP
    Cubs: Recommence Tuesday February 9. Cowboys and Indians February 27, Upper Beaconsfield. Meetings first Sunday of each month.
    Scouts: Holiday Camp Dec. 24-Jan. 3. Gladysdale near Yarra Junction. Scouts depart Hall 7.30 ain. Vistors Day January 1. Senior Scouts re-commence February.12

Citations

  1. [S50] Miscellaneous Source, https://www.dbpark.com.au/story-dallas-brooks-scout-park/
  2. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1949-739 - The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch of 516 Collins Street Melbourne - C/T 7185-871 - (Transfer 2162418).
  3. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 3727-336 - The Boy Scouts Association (Victorian Branch) of 384 Elizabeth Street Melbourne - C/T 8224-039.
  4. [S66] Berwick Shire Rates, 1870-1965 Rate books shows purchase on 7 January 1958 for £2052.
  5. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 8108-321 - The Boy Scouts Association (Victorian Branch) of 384 Elizabeth Street Melbourne - C/T 8224-038.
  6. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1347-371 - The Boy Scouts Association Victorian Branch of 384 Elizabeth Street Melbourne is now the proprietor - C/T 8354-730.
  7. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 6026-085 - The Boy Scouts Association (Victorian Branch) of 384 Elizabeth Street Melbourne.
  8. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 8224-039 - C/T 9444-839 - Peter Russell Howard and Robert John Howard both of St Georges Road Upper Beaconsfield General Contractors - joint proprietors.
  9. [S218] Newspaper - The Dandenong Journal (Vic.), Thu 25 Apr 1935, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/213964398
  10. [S14] Newspaper - The Australian Jewish News (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 20 Dec 1957, p6
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/262419476
  11. [S14] Newspaper - The Australian Jewish Herald (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 5 Sep 1958, p6
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/265711443
  12. [S14] Newspaper - The Australian Jewish News (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 18 Dec 1959, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/262388298
Last Edited30 Jan 2024

Laura Margaret Duff

F, #8789, b. 1870, d. Jun 1920
Married NameCameron. 
Birth*1870 Berwick, VIC, Australia, #B13930.1 
Marriage*1895 Spouse: Norman Hugh Cameron. VIC, Australia, #M1458 (as Hugh CAMERON & Laura Margt DUFF.)2
 
Death*Jun 1920 Cheltenham, VIC, Australia, #D5166 (Age 49) [par James DUFF & Margaret LITTLE].3 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1909 - 1914Berwick, VIC, Australia4,5

Grave

  • 4-382-A, Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, VIC, Australia6

Citations

  1. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888.
  2. [S2] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Federation Index Victoria 1889-1901 "Hugh gives Clunes as place of birth."
  3. [S4] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Great War Index Victoria 1914-1920.
  4. [S109] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1909 "as Laura (Hugh not listed)."
  5. [S114] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1914 "as Laura Margaret (Hugh not listed)."
  6. [S44] Index of burials in the cemetery of Berwick,
    4-382-A     Cameron Laura     F 49 25/06/1920 645.
Last Edited2 Apr 2023
 

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