Voyager News 09
Docklands History
By KirstenWelcome
Docklands, traditional lands of the Woiwurrung (Wurundjeri) and Boonwurrung tribes of the Kulin Nation, was vital for its rich food and water sources from the Yarra River - known as Birrarung Industrialisation and the 1850s gold rush led to the creation of Victoria Dock (Harbour)
By 1860, Docklands was home to the West Melbourne gas works, railway industry, an explosives magazine and pottery works Abattoirs, dealers in animal skins and hides, and tanneries also set up in the area.
Construction of Victoria Dock commenced in the late 1880s and was completed in 1892, transforming the area into Melbourne's primary port. For decades, the docks thrived with activity. 1861 recorded 30,000 shipping crew members from 1,778 vessels arriving in Victoria's ports. Once these sailors received their pay, they were lured to the surrounding areas of West Melbourne, renown for its seedy underbelly of gambling halls and brothels
Today, Docklands blends its industrial heritage with modern architecture, featuring skyscrapers and waterfront promenades as a vibrant part of Melbourne's landscape
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Adam
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My Pickup drink... refreshing Pepsi Max
My super power... sensing when someone is bored
My favourite show... Mr. Robot
My pet peeve... food wastage
My mission to leave things better than I found them
Fun Fact before I ventured into the corporate world, I used to play basketball with Dylan Alcott before he transitioned to tennis
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Welcome the new round doormat at the main entrance. Enjoy wiping your feet as you enter the foyer
Dropped or spilt some liquid in the lifts? Let's prevent slip hazardsclean it up as best as you can then send a text to Building Manager/Concierge
Fun Fact: The original name for Docklands before it underwent development in the late 20th century was Batman’s Hill
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FIRELIGHT FESTIVAL
28 - 30 Jun
Melbourne's epic winter festival returns Get ready for fire sculptures, flame jets, fire twirlers, pop-up stores, live performances as the ultimate winter celebration of fire and light Explore Firelight Labyrinth at Marvel Stadium from 28 June to 14 July
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More Than Just A Walking Group Yarra’s Edge
9-10am, Tuesdays
Enjoy a weekly walking and exercising session around South Wharf, Yarra’s Edge and Docklands with coffee afterwards This JustintimePT community-led initiative is designed to get you moving while being social in the beautiful waterfront surrounds of our local neighbourhood
Wharf Club Gym, Docklands Entry is free, but please register to learn more justin@justintimeptcom