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9 May 2024
Memorial Park: Venue for sport and community activities

By JOHN TAYLOR OAM, Myrtleford and District Historical Society Inc.

SINCE the late 19th century, the area that would become bounded by Lawrence, Duke and Prince Streets has seen a variety of recreational activities—horse racing, footraces, cricket, football, gymnastics, wood chops, tennis and festivals, to name a few.

What came to be named ‘Memorial Park’ has an interesting history.

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