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3 unusual facts about Westgarth


Valhalla Cinema, Melbourne

In 1987, the Valhalla relocated from Richmond to High Street, Westgarth after the sale of their original venue (it was later demolished).

Westgarth, Victoria

The best-known local resident is the Australian actor Vince Colosimo.

The suburb won its present name between 1906 and 1910, with the decision to name the railway station after William Westgarth.


Blue Grassy Knoll

They found themselves reinvigorated by success of this project, as well as the following Australian performances at the Westgarth Film Festival and 2007-2008 Woodford Folk Festival, and the company have resumed their career as an ongoing venture.

Kevin Westgarth

Kevin is married to Meagan Westgarth (born Cowher), daughter of former NFL head coach Bill Cowher.

Rushall railway station

The station backs up to Merri Creek, but is connected to Westgarth by an 80 metre long narrow bridge for pedestrians and cyclists on the Merri Creek Trail.

Westgarth railway station

The single track between Westgarth and Clifton Hill was duplicated in 2008-2009 and included a bridge over Merri Creek.


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