Legal experts in Essendon Fields – close to the historic suburb of Essendon

Essendon is a suburb located approximately 9 kilometres north-west of Melbourne’s central business district.

Essendon named after village in Hertfordshire, England

Its origins trace back to the early 1840s when European settlers began occupying the land, which was originally inhabited by the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation.

The suburb was named after Essendon, a village in Hertfordshire, England, by an early settler named Russell who hailed from that region.

Mount Alexander Road – Gold Rush route

During the mid-19th century, Essendon served primarily as an agricultural area focused on farming and grazing. The construction of Mount Alexander Road facilitated travel during the Victorian gold rush of the 1850s, boosting the area’s development by connecting it to major routes.

Essendon Football Club – est. 1872

In 1872, the Essendon Football Club was established, becoming one of Australia’s oldest and most successful Australian Football League teams and contributing to the suburb’s cultural identity.

Tohme Lawyers – trusted legal advice

Nestled in Essendon Fields, not far from Essendon, Tohme Lawyers offers legal advice and services across a wide range of disciplines, including commercial law, conveyancing, contracts, family law, litigation, employment law, and more! If you are looking for an Essendon lawyer (aka Essendon solicitor), look no further!

Historic Essendon landmarks

Essendon is rich in history and features several notable landmarks and buildings that highlight its cultural heritage including:

1. Windy Hill (Essendon Recreation Reserve) – is the former home ground of the Essendon Football Club, where they played from 1922 to 1991.
2. Essendon Railway Station – is a stunning Victorian-era landmark that opened in 1871 (after originally opening in November 1860), making it one of Melbourne’s oldest train stations.
3. St. John’s Uniting Church – notable for its Gothic Revival architecture and stained-glass windows, had its beginnings in about 1852.
4. Essendon Court House – constructed in 1890, it was a key judicial centre in Essendon’s early years.
5. Essendon Airport – opened in 1921 as Melbourne’s primary airport until 1970.

These landmarks offer a glimpse into Essendon’s past, reflecting its evolution from a rural area to a vibrant suburb. They are integral to the community’s identity and are treasured for their historical and cultural value.

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