ATLAS OF AUSTRALIA—1886.
DONNEHT'S CREEK.—A mÍTiÍEg village, situated amid
the spiii-s which radiate west and south fi'om Mouut Useful, and
>iiat«nt nboiit 20 miles north from Walhalla. Numerous quartz reefs
occur in these mouutains, and large areas of aurifei'Ous land are being
worked. Population, 350.
BOON.—A small township near the junction of Mertou and (ilen
Creeks, tho watei-s of which flow into the Goulburn Eiver, and distant
iibout 80 miles north-east from Melbonrne. Tlie surrounding country,
which is diversiUed by numerous spnrs from the Strathhogie and
Puzxle Ranges, is fertile in character, and the scene of increasing
settlement. Agriculture and mining occupy the attention of the
residents. Population, 120.
on the south-east shores
s Seat, and distant, in a
40 miles. The settlers
mount of attention to dairyiraber
of peraons. Popnla-
DROMANA.-
of Port Phillip Bay, near the foot of Arth
southerly direction from Melbourne, ahoi
cultivate the land, and devote a large am
farming. Timber-cutting
tion, 124.
DROUIN.—Situated about 5G miles south-east from Jleibourne,
on the Gippsland Railway Line. Much of the laud iu the neighbourhood
is of a fertile character, chocolate-coloured soil predominating.
Largo areas arc sown every year with wheat and other
cereals. Good timber is obt-ained from the forests in the vicinity,
and large quantities are sent to the metropolis for fuel and building
purposes. In the gullies which whii
collect the waters of the Tarago
Hi
DRYSDALE.—Drysdale
;ast from Geelong, and is dist
shore of Port Phillip Bay. T1
ind produces large quantities of potatoei
:ereals. Mineral springs, impregnated wi
> the ; thcs
found. Popult
;uated about 13 miles east-soi
li miles from the sonth-wesl
il is weU known for its fértil
lions, and the var:
alphnr,
nuch i • for f
medicinal properties. Towards the south, the land is of a less
productive character, and is utilised for grazing purposes. Popula-
DUNACH.—A small mini
tributary of the Loddou llivcr, a
Talbot. Population, 170.
DUNKELD.—Dunkeld is
AVannon liiver, a short distane
.Serra Range. The railway lin
land passes throuf
village on McCallnui's Creek, a
situated about 3 miles south from
tuated near the left bank of the
;e from the southern tei-minatiou of the
e from Ararat to Bramholnie and Portlaects
it with the metropolis. Building
stone of a superior description is found in the vicinity. Mount
Abrupt, which reaches an elevation of 2,724 feet, and Mount Sturgeon,
possessing a height of 1,946 feet, are prominent features in the
landscape towards the north. Population, 279.
DUNOLLY.—Tliis township is situated about G miles from the
left bank of the Loddon Rivei-, and aboat 13 miles north from Maryborough.
It is the centre of a large agricultural district, and is
rapidly increasing in size
extensively, and largo qus
Much of the neighbourin
Nearly 200 distin . reefs
ind importance. The
tities of fruit ai'e gi-own and preserved,
country is auriferous in character, the
and in connection with alluvial deposits,
re known, and the extent of the goldbearing
land is estimated at 18 sqnare miles. Iron, manganese,
copper, and antimony, have been found, and kaolin of a very
pure quality occurs in the vicinity. The town contains a hospital
and some good substantial buildings, and several manufacturing
industries have arisen in and ai-ound it. The cUmate is described
as being remarkably healthy. The i-aflway line to St. Ainnud and
Donald connects it with the metropolis, The rainfall varies between
20 and SO inches annually. Population, 1,502.
EAGLEHAWK.—This town is situated about 5 miles northwest
from Sandhurst, vvith which it is connected by railway. Lines
diverge at this point to Kerang and the Murray River on the north,
and to Boort and Wycheproof in the north-west. The country in the
vicinity is of a hilly character, and intersected by nnmerous quartz
reefs. The principal industry is mining. The total yield of gold
from alluvium and quartz reefs, during 1884, amounted to llG,370oz8.
Population of the borough, 7,362.
ECHUCA.—!•:
a little above the junctii
connection with the crossi
South Wales to the mark
south and west are largelj
in connection with culti'
tuated on the south bank of the Murray,
vith it of the Campaspc River, arose in
of stock travelling from stations in Neiv
of Victoria. The plains which extend
cupied for pastoral purposes. Settlement
on of the soil is i-apidly extending, the
principal products being wheat and other cereals. Climate and soil
suit the growth of the grape, and wine-inaking has developed into an
important industry. From the native forests iu the vicinity, lai'ge
quantities of red gum are obtained. Timber-cutting has led to the
establish men 6 of several sawmills. Echuca is connected with t i e
metropolis by i-ailway line, and an extension has been made to
Moama on the opposite bank of the Murray, and thence north to
Bcniliciuin, a distance of miles. Steamers of considerable tounikgo
navigate the waters of the Murray above and below this point, and
the port of Echuca is an important calling-station i
)r the receiving
and discharging of cargo. The rainfall amounts ti
about 10 inches
annually. The climate is dry, aud frequently very hot during
summer. Population, 4,789.
EDDING-TON.—A township on the Loddou River, near the
confluence with it of Deep Creek, about 8 miles east-south-east from
Dnnolly. The suiTounding country is extensively cultivated, wheat
being the principal product. Population, 186.
EDENHOPE.—On the southern shore of Lake Wallace,
about -W miles north from Casterton. The surrounding countiy
is largely occupied for pastoral purposes, and settlement is extending
rapidly. The lake is a small permanent sheet of fi-esh water, 4 miles
in oii-cumfereuce, and about 16 feot deep. Population, 111.
ECTERTON.—A mining to^vnship, situated about 15 miles eastsouth
east fi-om Ballarat, and about 3 miles south from the Gordons
Railway Station. Large quantities of gold have been obtained fi-om
the various workings in the neighbourhood. Much of tie land
has been settled upon, grazing and fanning bein
Population of neighbourhood, 1,051.
ELAINE.—A township situated between
Moorarbool Rivers, about 35 miles north-west
20 miles south-east fi-om Ballarat. The district
gold occumng in connection with quartz reefs
to Geelong and Ballarat connects it with the
tion, 427.
E l DORADO.—This town is situated o
Reedy Creek, a tributary of the Ovens Ri
norfli-w est fi'om Beech worth, andhas arisen
The fii-st discovery of tin ore in Victoria
Diamonds and other precious stones ai-e :
generally, i
chiefly engaged ii
the Yarrowee and
from Geelong, and
The railway line
eti-opolis. Populaon
the left bank of
about 10 miles westonnection
with mining,
made iu the vicinity,
also found. The country,
¡mall proportion only being
suited to cultivation. Population, 517.
ELLERSLIE.—A township on the left bank of tho Hopkins
River, a short distance above the junction with it of Stony Creek,
about 20 miles north-north-east from Warmambool. The suiTounding
country is occupied chiefly for pastoral purposes. Population, 138.
ELMHURST. — On the Wimmera River, near its soui-ce,
about 20 miles east-north-east from Ararat. To the south, the
country is of a mountainous character, being intersected by spui-s
from the main chain. The land is settled upon for agricuhura!
and mining pui-poses. Population, 118.
ELMORE.—A township on the left bank of the Campaspo
River, about 28 miles noi-th-east from Sandhurst. The surrounding
country is extensively settled upon, and largo areas are under cultivation,
wheat and other cereals being the chicf products. Sheepfarming
also engages attention. The railway line to Echnca connects
it with Melbourne. Population, 612.
ELPHINSTONE.—Xear the left bank of the Coliban River,
a tributary of the Campaspe, about 8 miles south-east from Castlemaine.
Tho country is, to some extent, occupied for agricultural
purposes, and partly as sheep-runs. Much of tho scenery in the
neighbourhood is of a picturesque character. The falls on the
Cohban are at no great distance, and attract the attention of visitors.
The railway line to Castlemaine passes through the town. Elphinstone
lies at an elevation of 1,365 feet above the level of the sen, and
possesses a veiy healthy climate.
ELTHAM.—A township c
above its confluence mth the Yav
cast from >Celbonme. The land
dairying purposes. On the alli
Populatiou, 97.
Arthur's Creek, a short tlistancc
I Yarra Kiver, about 12 miles north-
1 the vicinity is largely devoted to
al flats on the banks of tho creek,
md orchards, iu which large quantities of fruit
are grown. Among tho pi-oducts of the neighbourhood are hay, oats,
and potatoes. Population, 388.
EPPIM-G-.—On the Darebio Creek, a tributary of the Yarra
Yarra River, about I2i miles north from Melbourne. The adjoining
country is chiefly occupied by farmers. Population, 418.
EPSOM.—A township on Bendigo Creek, about 4A miles north
fi-om Sandhurst. Tho alluvial diggings in the %-icinity aro ahnost
exhausted. Settlement is I'apidly extending, and considerable areas
aro imder cultivation. Gi-apes and other fruits grow i-eadily.
The railway line to Echuca provides communication mth the metwpolis.
Population, 107.
EUROA.—Em'oa is situated on the Seven Creeks, the waters of
which How into tho Goulburn River, and is rapidly increasing iu size
and importance. Much of the countiy in the vicinity is undulating
VICTORIA.
in character, l'ising in some places into low hills, and is occnpied
lai-gely for pastoraS^urposes. Setti ement is exteuding, and cultivathe
place of the primeval forest. The principal
pi-oducts a
30 inches. The r
Popul
"odonga c
s between
;s Euroa v
PERNSHAW.—A
of the Yarra Yarra River
The Qtiy 1
intersected by numerous
lies at no great distance
and picturesque descripl
visitors. In the gullies
innumerable ferns, moi
growth
peaks, i
nail SI
north. The sc
d presents mud
ies occur waterfalls, and
aossee, aud evergi'eens.
every side. The sumr
leighbourhood,
on the "Watts River, a tributary
miles north-east fi'om Melbourne,
a mountainous character, being
from the Dividing Range, which
igged
lat is of i:
sund these cluster
Trees of gigantic
I of many of the
low lands which stretch to'
tion. 100.
FOSTER.-A small township
miles north-east from Cape Liptrap.
is of a fertile nature, but settlement
what ret-arded by the dense scrub
parts. The Creek is navigable for
the township. The country around
the past, has not been marked with :
2 feet thick, has been discovered.
shores of Port Phillip. Populaon
Stockyard Creek, abou
Much of tho soD in the loc
and cultivation have been s«
which covers the land in many
small vessels within 2i miles of
is gold-bearing, but mining,
iuccess. A seam of coal, ab
Tin ore has been found in
district, and the ground is woi-ked Avith r erative results. Population,
277.
PRAMLINGHAM.—On the Hopkins River, about 16
north-east from Warmambool. Formerly, tho surrounding country
was largely occupied for pastoral purposes. Much of the land
has now been taken up by settlers for agriculture and daiiyfarming.
The soil, which is of a loamy chanvcter, is in many places
very fertile. Population, 70.
PRANKSTON.—A township on the eastern shore of Port
Phillip Bay, about 26 miles south-south-east from Melbourne, with
which it is connected by railway hne. The principal indnstines of
the neighbourhood are fishing and timber-cutting. Much of the
land in the •v'icinity is of a sandy charactcr, and not suited to
cultivation. Brick-olay of a very good finality is found. Population,
173.
PREEBTJRGH.—Oil the Ovens River, about 6 miles southeast
from Bright. Settlement has taken place in connection mt h
gold-mining, the workings being both alluvial and quarta. Some
of the land in the valleys is of a fertile character, and has been
placed under cultivation. Population of neighbourhood, 270.
P R Y E R S T O W N . - T h i s township is situated on Fryer's Creek,
a tributary of the Loddon River, about 6 miles south from Castlemaine,
aud is associated chiefly with mining. The country around is
highly auriferous, and is the scene of one of the early diggings.
A very large amount of gold has been obtained in the neighboui'hood.
J both quartz and alluvial, and a large number
Population,
Popul
of distinct reefs i
PYANSPORD. — Near the
Barwon Rivei-s, about 3 miles we
country is occupied for farmii
Works for the manufacturo of
been established in the locality.
GARVOC.—Garvoc is situ
Emu Creek, a tributary of the Hopkins
east from Warmambool. The sai-ronnt
for the most part, of alluvial flats, denseb
for dairy-farming aud grazing, the
acres. Large quantities of cheese >
tion, 152.
GEELONG-.—fiwlung ranks
Victoria, and is a commercial centr
1 of the Moorarbool t
from Geelong. The
ning, and fruifrgrowing.
au extensive scale, have
on, 106.
the right bank of Mount
l'or, about 20 miles northg
country, which consista,
loldings
e made
¡red, is chiefly occupied
Mging from 50 to 600
the district. Popula-
I of the leading towns of
nsidorable importance. It
is situated on the southern shore of Corio Bay, a western arm of Port
Phillip, aud extends back to the left bank of the Barwon River. A
railway line connects it with tho metropolis, fi'om which it is distant
about 45 miles in a south-wost direction. There is also daily communication
by steamer between the t^vo towns. There are railway
lines from it to Queenscliff, Campordown, and Ballai-at. Tho prosperity
of Geelong, and its rapid progress, have resulted from its position
as a shipping-port, the manufacturing industries which have
sprung up in its midst, and the large m-ea of fertile countiy
surrounding it. It foms the ctUrepul for a large amount of
the prodnot-s of the north-west portion of the colony. Immense
cjiiantities of wool and grain are shipped here every season for British
and foreign ports. The harbour is well sheltered, and facilities for
direct shipment to consuming centres outside the colony have been
very much increased. Geelong has long been known in connection
with woollen manufacture. It is said that tho lirst woollen factory in
Victoria was established here. This industry has now become v.-ry
much extended, and furnishes employment to a largo number of
persons. Various other woi-ks have arisen in the neighbourhood and
added to its importance. There are meat-presei-ving works, wool-scou ring
establishments, tanneries, rope works, iron foundry, and machine
and implement manufactory. The town is well laid out, and contains
a number of very fine buildings. Many of tho shops and warehouses
aro attractive in appearance, aud possess not a little ai'chitectura]
beauty. A supply of pure water is received from Stony Creek and
the Moorarbool River, where there are extensive reservoirs. The
surrounding country is of a very rich character, and is occupied
by farmers, fi-uit-growers, and gardeners. Grapes grow readily,
but the ravages of the Phylloxera vaxtalriic have necessitated the
wholesale destruction of tho vineyards. To the west of the
Barwon lie the Bsrmbool Hills, the slopes of which aro among
the most picturesque portions of the district. The exports of
Geelong for the year 1884 represented a value of £1,151,430, aud
the imports amounted to £213,291.. Population, 10,000; including
suburbs, 20,682.
GISBORNE.—This township is situated on Jackson's Creek, a
tributary of the Salt Water River, at an elevation of 1,526 feet
above the level of the sea, and lies about 40 miles north-west from
Melbourne. The surrounding country is of a fertile character, and is
occupied fovfarming aud grazing purposes. Among the products of tho
district are wheat, oats, hay, and potatoes. Grapes are grown, and a
considerable amount of Avine is made every year. The town is
surrounded by hills, and has much in its situation to attract the
attention of visitors. The railway line to Castlemaine passes within
about 2 miles of it. Population, 600.
GLENLYON.—N'ear the sourec of the Loddon River, .ibont
7 miles north-ea-st from Daylesford. The settlers are chiefly engaged
in farming, the principal products being cereals aud potatoes.
I'imher-cuttiug furnishes employment to fe number of persons.
Population, 304.
GLENORCHY.—A toivnship on the Wimmera River, about
13 miles north-west from Stawell. The land is largely occupied for
pastoral purposes; the more fertile portions are being settled upon by
farmers. The raUway line to Dimboola connects it with Melbourne.
Population, 128.
GLENROWEN.—A small township on the North-Eastern
Railway Line, situated near a gap in Futtor's Range, about 141 miles
north-east from Benalla. Grazing and fanning engage the attention
of tho settlers. Much of the land is of a very rich nature, the
slopes and valleys being well grassed. Mount Glenrowen, on the
north side of the town, reaches an elevation of 1,680 feet above the
level of the sea. Population, 137.
GOLDSBOROUOH.—A mining township on Bnmt Creek,
about 17 miles north-noi'th-west from Maryborough. Much of the
land in the neighbourhood is settled upon, aud under cultivation.
The railway line to Donald coimects it ivith Meibounie. Population,
835,
GORDON.—A town on Green Hill
small tiibu-
taiy of the Moorarbool River, about 17 m
Mining is the chief indnstiy in
are both alluvial aud quartz. Tl
reefs. The railway line fiom Ballarat, towards the valley of the
Werribee River, passes about 1 mile to the south of it. Populatiou,
' mUes east from Ballarat.
rhbourhood. The workings
intei-sectod by n
1,000.
GRAYTOWN.—^A small mining township, about 7i miles west
fr'om the left bank of the Goulburn River, and about -W miles cast
from Sandhurat. Population, 101.
G R E A T WESTERN.— On the Concongella Creek, a
tributary of the Wimmera River, about 11 miles north-west from
Ararat. Mining is carried on in the vicinity. Mach of the land is
occupied for agricultural purposes; the vine is extensively grown.
Wines made in thispart of Victoria are noted for their excellent quality.
Slate is found in the neighbourhood. The railway line to Dimbooki
connects it with the metropolis. Popnlation, 436.
G t f l L D P O R D . — A town on the left bank of the Loddon
River, above the junction with it of Campbell's Creek, about 7 miles
south-south-west from Castlemaine. The land in the vicinity is of
a fertile character, but liable, to some extent, to inundation. The
railway line from Ca.stlemaine to Maryborough passes near it.
Population, 765.
HADDON.—On Smythe's Creek, about 10 miles south-west
from Hal la rat. Fai'ming is carried on in the vicinity, but tho
princi)»! industry is mining. Population, 423.