Alexandra

Alexander is an attractive town of over 2,000 people, located at the junction of Goulburn Valley and Maroondah Highways, 130km north-east of Melbourne. Gold was found in the area in 1866 and the area was populated with gold-diggers. Today the town serves the surrounding farmland, and is a popular retreat for craftspeople and has a weekend market. The main street is very attractive with its historical buildings and central plantation.

 

Looking west along Downey Street (Maroondah Highway) at Bayley Street intersection. Dec 2004.

 

Looking south along Grant Street from Downey Street. Dec 2004. Same street in the 1960's.

 

Looking east along Downey Street towards Grant Street. Dec 2004.

 

Looking north along Grant Street. Dec 2004. Same street in the 1960's.

 

Looking west along Downey Street (Goulburn Valley Highway) towards the town centre. Dec 2004.

 

Looking west along Downey Street from the eastern end of town. Dec 2004.

 

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