Publications
Berwick - Pakenham Historical Society Publications
An important part of the BPHS's mission is to promote and publish local history. The following publications can be ordered via the Secretary (BPHS1961@gmail.com) or purchased in person at the Museum. Please note: All prices exclude postage and handling.
In the Wake of the Pack Tracks
4th Edition 2005. 175pp. Complied by the BPHS, this book chronicles the early history of the Berwick Shire, including Berwick, Harkaway, Narre Warren, Officer, Cardinia, Pakenham, Pakenham Upper, Tonimbuk, Upper Beaconsfield, Gembrook, Cockatoo, Nar Nar Goon, Maryknoll, Tynong, Bunyip Iona & Cora Lynn
North of the Line
1996. 66pp. Complied by the BPHS, this book preserves a pictorial history of the former Berwick Shire, including Berwick, Upper Beaconsfield, Pakenham and Gembrook.
Early Days of Berwick
2005. 184pp. Compiled by BPHS members Norman Beaumont, James Curran and R.H. Hughes, this book explores the early history of Berwick and the surrounding districts of Beaconsfield, Upper Beaconsfield, Harkaway, Narre Warren and Narre Warren North.
Oak Trees and Hedges:
2002. 92pp. Complied by the BPHS, this book showcases in pictures the history of Narre Warren, Narre Warren North and Harkaway.
Berwick Nostalgia
2000. 72pp. Complied by the BPHS, this book presents a richly illustrated pictorial history of Berwick
A Century After the Guns Fell Silent
2018. 326 pp. Written by BPHS member Patrick Ferry, this book commemorates the Pakenham District's WW1 Diggers. Can be downloaded for free from www.pakenhamww1.com
Lest We Forget
2018. 43pp. Compiled by BPHS member Patrick Ferry, this booklet records the Centenary of the Armistice in Pakenham, Remembrance Day Sunday 11 November 2018. Canbe downloaded for free from www.pakenhamww1.com
Other organisations and authors
These local history books can also be purchased at the Museum or by contacting the Secretary (BPHS1961@gmail.com)
Pages from the Past
2011. 106pp. Published by the National Trust of Australia, Casey-Cardinia Branch, this book provides snapshots of people, places and public life in Casey & Cardinia Shires.
Ink in our Veins
2010. 114pp. Published by the Star News Group to mark their centenary, this book celebrates the contribution of the Thomas family and the Pakenham Gazette to the life of our community since 1909.
The Cardinian Embroidery
2006. 68pp. By Eleanor Taylor. The Cardinian Embroidery depicts the heritage and traditions of the Cardinia Shire in eight panels depicting 384 features of local significance. A brief historical note accompanies each feature.
The School on the Small Plateau: The History of Garfield North State School
2014. 160pp. By Ron Smith. Tells the history of the Garfield North State School from its inception through to the current say as its use as a school camp.
A Valley in France: World War 1 letters of Clair Whiteside
1999. Edited by Elizabeth Whiteside. This book presents letters written by Beaconsfield Orchardist Clair Whiteside to his family and friends during WW1. Clair later served as President of the Berwick Shire.
Beaconsfield Avenue of Honour: Servicemen Remembered
2015. Beaconsfield Progress Association. This book presents profiles of the WW1 service personnel commemorated as part of the Beaconsfield Avenue of Honour.
Proud Achievements: A History of Akoonah Park, Berwick
2013. 43 pages. Published by the Akoonah Park Committee, this book provides a brief history of Akoonah Park at Berwick.