Databases and Indexes

Further details of many of these database indexes may be available through the Geelong Family History Group.

Make sure you look at the two Research Options on their website and most importantly follow the link to the GFHG Research Files Catalogue List to check for these or many more indexes and documents.

• Victorian Municipal Directories
• various local records

• NAME: Name or subject of entry
• DATE: Year position held
• PLACE: Residence of person
• COMMENT: Position and description

• 5,292 entries

• Check the various on-line indexes and databases in case there is a reference there; or

• Subscribe to the Geelong & District Mailing List and ask if anyone has further information; or

• Search the web using Google or similar

• Research at the Bellarine Historical Society - either in person or submit a (paid) Research Request

• Portarlington Road Board created 12 December 1853
• Indented Head Road Board formed 29 October 1860
• Shire proclaimed 18 September 1865
• Rural City Council proclaimed 12 December 1989
• Amalgamated into City of Greater Geelong 1993-94

The Shire Hall was located in High Street, Drysdale and is now the home of the Bellarine Historical Society and Old Court House Museum.