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  NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Emerald, Victoria
Emerald (Postcode: 3782) is an outer-eastern-suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
It is known for Emerald Lake (Lake Treganowan), and the Puffing Billy tourist railway.
The areas around Emerald are excellent for finding chanterelles and other edible mushrooms, and are a popular destination for mushroom hunters each autumn.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Emerald%2C-Victoria   (547 words)

  
 Walkabout - Emerald
Emerald is located on the Nogoa River 263 km west of Rockhampton and 909 km from Brisbane (via Rockhampton).
Emerald would have continued as a small town had it not been for a decision made in 1948 by the British Food Corporation to grow sorghum in the area.
Discovered in the year of Emerald's centenary it was presented to the town by the company operating the Gregory Mine to the north.
www.walkabout.com.au /locations/QLDEmerald.shtml   (658 words)

  
 Emerald Art Center's News
Emerald Art Center, in collaboration with Springfield Public Schools and Springfield Arts Commission, is developing a visual arts education program TEACH Arts for children ages 2-12.
Emerald Art Center is working to keep costs low as well as provide scholarships to low-income families, increasing access to arts education across the economic spectrum.
Emerald Art Center is seeking support, donations, partnerships, and sponsorships from a variety of sources that have expressed interest in TEACH Arts.
www.emeraldartcenter.org /news.html   (404 words)

  
 Emerald, Victoria   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Emerald (Postcode: 3782) is a town of approximately 7000 people, just outside the urban fringe of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
It is known for Emerald Lake (Lake Treganowan), the Puffing Billy tourist railway and the enigmatic Chris and Marie's Plant Farm.
Wapipedia > Index > E > Em > Emerald, Victoria
www.wapipedia.com /wikipedia/mobiletopic.aspx?cur_title=Emerald%2c_Victoria   (95 words)

  
 Emerald Isle best western motor inn - victoria airport hotel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The Best Western Emerald Isle, located in the beautiful Victoria suburb of Sidney, is just 5 minutes to and from Vancouver the BC Ferry Terminals and just 2 minutes to and from the Anacortes Washington State Ferry Terminal.
The Victoria International Airport is a mere 5 minute drive away.
Our central location will allow you to explore the greater Victoria area and its many attractions including the world renowned Butchart Gardens, Royal British Columbia Museum, Royal London Wax Museum, Butterfly Gardens, or indulge in an afternoon tea at the Empress Hotel.
www.bwemeraldisle.com   (426 words)

  
 Cottage Accommodation Emerald Victoria   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The bedrooms are especially romantic, with beautiful linen and lace bedding.
It’s something to do with the dappled light of the oaks, or, when the oaks are bare, snuggling up around the wood fire, soaking in a deep spa and tucking up in a dreamy, romantic bed.
There are still all the wonderful things to see and do in Emerald and the Dandenongs - the gardens and forests, the village shops and Puffing Billy - all steeped in a bygone era.
www.avonsleighoaks.com.au /home.htm   (137 words)

  
 Why Emerald Hill Brewery?
now stands was first known as Emerald Hill, because it was originally a green island surrounded by lush swampland.
The hill was a traditional social and ceremonial meeting place for a number of Aboriginal tribes.
The first blocks of land in Emerald Hill were sold in 1852, with the area coming to life in 1854 when
www.emeraldhillbrewery.com.au /why.htm   (115 words)

  
 The Dispatch - Serving the Lexington, NC - News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Chris and Marie's planet farms was a notable feature of Emerald until it closed down in April 2005.
Also notable is the Emerald Hall, which has been home to the Gemco Players Community Theatre since the early 1980's.
Emerald has a primary school, Emerald Primary School; and a secondary school, Emerald Secondary College.
www.the-dispatch.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=Emerald,_Victoria   (198 words)

  
 Ambassador-Emerald - Product: All to Bring Victoria Home
Their world was torn apart when Victoria disappeared one day in a dawn raid on their home by local police.
Axel and Delwyn were told nothing about Victoria or where she was being held.
Their seven-year struggle to free Victoria involved court cases, pleas to the New Zealand government, and a desperate search for help in the United Kingdom.
www.emeraldhouse.com /prodinfo.asp?PID=Victoria&currpage=1&Keyword=Schmidt&currsection=search&orderby=title   (157 words)

  
 Emerald - Victoria - Australia - Travel - smh.com.au
Accommodation is available at Emerald on the Lake (a B and B on Emerald Lake Rd), the Backpackers Lodge (Lake View Drive), and Wombat Corner offers camping and cabins.
Menzies Creek was reached in 1962, Emerald Town in 1965, Emerald Lake Park in 1975 and Gembrook in 1998.
From Emerald, head east along the Belgrave-Gembrook Rd for 5 km to Cockatoo then turn off, heading south along the Pakenham Rd for 6 km then turn right into Paternoster Rd and the park is 400 m along, to the right, at no.523.
www.smh.com.au /news/Victoria/Emerald/2005/02/17/1108500206443.html   (3505 words)

  
 Steam & Engine of Australia - Emerald Rosella Cottage
This is the Rosella which happened to appear in the bushes near the front of the cottage when I was trying to think of a name for the place.
The cottage is in Emerald Victoria, and this is a Rosella which happens to be mostly green - so there you have it "Emerald Rosella Cottage".
Emerald has watched the destruction of other small suburban Melbourne towns and has taken steps to stop the urban sprawl.
www.steamengine.com.au /emerald_rosella_cottage/index.html   (1969 words)

  
 The Nook bed and breakfast Emerald Melbourne Victoria Australia B & B Dandenong Ranges - InterBed
The Nook is at Emerald in the magnificent forest region of the Dandenong Ranges only one hours drive east from Melbourne the Capital City of Victoria.
The Emerald Golf Club and tennis courts are close at hand for the sporting enthusiasts.
Emerald is the home of the veteran Steam Train PUFFING BILLY, a premier tourist attraction.
www.interbed.com.au /listings/the-nook.htm   (308 words)

  
 Emerald Lake Park - Friends of the Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The Friends of Emerald Lake Park is an enthusiastic group of local people who have a particular passion for this unique recreational reserve.
Although all care has been taken in the preparation and updating of the information no claim is made as to the accuracy or authenticity of the content.
The Emerald Lake Park its employees, agents, consultants and representatives do not accept any liability to any person for the information or advice (or the use of such information or advice) which is provided or incorporated into it by reference.
www.emeraldlakepark.com.au /Page/PagePrint.asp?Page_Id=39   (191 words)

  
 Emerald E Localities Victoria Australia Oceania Regional
Emerald E-3 award for entrepreneurial excellenceLaboratory Talk, UK - Feb 12, 2007Emerald's team of research analysts and portfolio managers award corporate leaders who have demonstrated a creative approach to corporate achievement;...Recognition for entrepeneurial excellence Manufacturing TalkEntrepreneurial excellence recognised Electronics Talk (press release)all 3 news articles
Texarkana GazetteKiwifruit colorful, loaded with nutritionTexarkana Gazette, TX - 11 hours agoThe Yangtao was considered a delicacy by the court of the great Khans who cherished its delicious flavor and emerald-green color.
Plan for South Troy slaughterhouse droppedAlbany Times Union, NY - 16 hours agoThere are apartments across the road, and behind it is Emerald Estates, a development of single-family homes.
www.iaswww.com /ODP/Regional/Oceania/Australia/Victoria/Localities/E/Emerald   (388 words)

  
 Descendants of Robert COLQUHOUN & Jean/Jane McKenzie
Jane Elizabeth Helen Colquhoun was born 2 February 1841, and in 1866 married Edward Boulton born c1833 in Wiltshire, the son of Thomas and Martha Francome.
was born in 1877 at Morrisons, Victoria, and in 1908 she married William Henry Dickman born in 1864 Fyansford to William and Mary Muir.
Catherine Eveline Colquhoun born on 2 October 1878 at Carlton, Victoria, and was married in 1899 Balmain North, NSW, to William Jacob Henley.
member.melbpc.org.au /~bjm/colquhoun.html   (1916 words)

  
 Page Title
The most recent jewel in the crown of Victoria is Emerald Crest of Victoria, an assisted living memory care home for senior citizens, constructed among neighborhoods and along a ravine at the intersection of Bavaria Road and 86th Street.
Victoria City Councilmembers Richard Tieden and Kim Roden, seated with Dave Urbia, right, Interim Administrator of the City of Victoria while Steve Sarvi is on National Guard Duty in Iraq.
Emerald Crest does not appear institutional inside or outside, which is why it fits well in residential neighborhoods.
www.victoriagazette.com /EmeraldCrestofVictoria-2005   (437 words)

  
 Wombat Corner Camp Emerald Victoria   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Wombat Corner is an accredited camp situated in Emerald in the Dandenong Ranges only 50km from Melbourne.
It is surrounded by Emerald Lake Park and Wright Forest with the lake itself only one minute walk from the front door.
This 60 hectare park land is a fantastic area for water activities, bush walks, nature studies and a stop for the famous old steam train, Puffing Billy.
www.wombatcorner.com   (220 words)

  
 Emerald Backpackers Emerald Victoria
Emerald Backpackers is situated in the Dandenong Ranges, which is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Melbourne by public transport.
Simply take the train to Belrave and then bus number 695 to Emerald.
We offer a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where you will feel as if you are at a home rather then a hostel.
www.emeraldbackpackers.com.au /page_info.php/48/143   (110 words)

  
 KIRKBRIDE - pafg314 - Generated by Personal Ancestral File
W'fred Elsie Wina KIRKBRIDE-7737 was born in 1909.
was born in 1860 in Emerald Hill, Victoria, Australia.
Harry ALEXANDER-7747.Harry married Sarah KIRKBRIDE-7746 in 1874 in Emerald Hil, Vicl.
www.relia.net /~mhadley/pafg314.htm   (230 words)

  
 CADwire.net - Directory > Regional > Oceania > Australia > Victoria > Localities > E   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Emerald Community House - Provides educational, recreational, social opportunities and community support services, including venue hire and classes in computing, craft and leisure.
Emerald Genealogy Group - We research surnames and ships from all over the world, but not the history or families of the Emerald area.
Emerald Lake Park - A heritage park and major feature stop for the steam tourist train Puffing Billy.
www.cadwire.net /directory/dir.asp?/Regional/Oceania/Australia/Victoria/Localities/E/Emerald   (248 words)

  
 Emerald Hill Clinic
The Emerald Hill Clinic has recently been renovated and provides a diverse range of professional healthcare services in a stunning physical environment, conveniently located close to central Melbourne, in Southbank (South Melbourne).
Emerald Hill Clinic has been in operation since 1981, providing medical general practice services to the people of South Melbourne.
Recently the Emerald Hill Clinic was renovated and expanded, involving a complete transformation of the premises and the addition of services, ensuring that the Emerald Hill Clinic remains at the forefront of health care provision
www.emeraldhillclinic.com   (194 words)

  
 Rural property for sale, Victoria, Australia - Emerald Ridge
Nestled at the foothills of the Victorian High Country, Emerald Ridge is a unique lifestyle property – waiting for you to develop even further if you desire, with grape vines, olive groves, bed and breakfast, health retreat – endless possibilities, limited only by your imagination.
Awaken in the morning to the beautiful sound of the abundant birdlife – rosellas, king parrots, superb blue wrens, fantails, finches, honey eaters, willy wagtails, magpies, kookaburras, wattle birds, bower birds, currawongs, fl cockatoos, robins, swallows, pardelotes and many more.
This environmentally friendly home is powered by a state of the art solar power system comprising 28 solar photovoltaic panels, providing ample 240v power winter and summer.
www.webview.co.nz /dargo/index.cfm   (281 words)

  
 Emerald, Victoria - Travelmate
Australia’s oldest steam train railway, Puffing Billy, goes through the attractive town of Emerald on its trip from Belgrave to Gembrook.
The train station is located at Emerald Lake, where there are paddleboats, walking tracks, tearooms, barbeques and picnic facilities, not forgetting the largest HO gauge model railway in the southern hemisphere.
Emerald has several art galleries, craft shops and cafes.
www.travelmate.com.au /Places/Places.asp?TownId=470   (215 words)

  
 Peter Chapple: Obituary
Peter Chapple was the President of the Australian Rare Fauna Research Association (ARFRA), in Emerald, Victoria, Australia, which recorded more than 2000 sightings of the Thylacine in Victoria alone.
ARFRA was founded by Chapple in June, 1984, under the name "Rare Faune and Phenomena Research," after he had an encounter that year with a "Big Cat" (cryptid panther) in the forest in the Dandenongs.
Peter Chapple devoted the last 18 years of his life to researching Victoria's Big Cat and mainland Thylacine incidents, and he had become a major figure in Australian cryptozoology.
www.lorencoleman.com /peter_chapple_obituary.html   (753 words)

  
 PAVE Festival, Emerald, Victoria
The inaugural PAVE (Performing and Visual arts in Emerald) Festival was held from 21st - 30th April, 2006.
The organising committee is represented by: Emerald Community House, Gemco Players theatre group, Emerald Arts Society, local radio station 3MDR, Emerald Garden Club, Puffing Billy Society, U3A, Emerald Historical Society, Woorilla Writers.
The concept originated when the Emerald Community House considered holding a “Summer School” and approached Gemco and the Arts Society to work in partnership.
www.pave.org.au   (235 words)

  
 Emerald Winterfest 2003   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
On 27th July 2003, my home club (Emerald Vintage Machinery Group Inc) put on a show in my home town (Emerald Victoria) at the annual play day Emerald Winterfest.
As often happens, we were billed as steam engines in the flyer - and it is true that many of them were steaming...
Emerald Winterfest is an annual event where the Emerald Traders Association close off some of the streets to traffic and put on a play day.
www.steamengine.com.au /events/reports/emerald-winterfest-2003/first.html   (411 words)

  
 Glenview Retreat bed and breakfast accommodation attractions in the dandenong ranges, yarra valley
The nearby village of Emerald offers a variety of activities in both summer and winter, and Glenview Retreat BandB is the perfect base to experience it all.
Emerald Lake Park is a park for all seasons and a delightful destination for absolutely everyone.
With two beautiful lakes, Lake Treganowan and Tribulation, and 50 hectares of rolling parklands, Emerald Lake Park in the Dandenong ranges offers discovery, enjoyment and relaxation.
www.glenviewretreat.com.au /attractions.htm   (712 words)

  
 Emerald Backpackers - Emerald, Australia
I stayed at the Emerald Backpackers for two weeks and had the best time possible.
Emerald Backpackers is a wonderful place to stay!
I stumbled upon their ad in a backpacker magazine and it was the best move I made my whole trip.
www.hostelz.com /hostel/19138-Emerald-Backpackers   (449 words)

  
 Cottage Accommodation Emerald Victoria   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Enjoy the warmth, charm and ambience of your Emerald cottage accommodation.
Curl up in a chair and read a book by the fire, listen to music, watch a video, sip on a glass of champagne.
In fact do anything or everything at Avonsleigh Oaks, Emerald.
www.avonsleighoaks.com.au /lounge.htm   (79 words)

  
 The Thin Air Theft - Rod Drake | Flashes of Speculation
The Victoria Emerald, mined in India, was the largest and most valuable emerald in the world, a massive 658-karat stone, polished to a dazzling green hue, and named, of course, for the reigning queen.
Since the room was empty, and we were outside the only door, we felt we could attend to the disturbance.” The guard was as stunned by the impossible theft as Strider was.
The two boys were a paid distraction allowing Griffin to lift the glass case and take the emerald.
open-dialogue.com /fs/2006/11/07/the-thin-air-theft-rod-drake   (877 words)

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