MALMSBURY
Malmsbury is a small town not too far
from the approach to Kyneton. Malmsbury’s byline is that of history
and heritage. There is not a lot of evidence to support the claim. The
town is currently suffering ‘by-pass’ syndrome, but its freeway
proximity to Kyneton and Melbourne will assist the longer term
economic outlook.
European settlement began
with squatters raising sheep and cattle. Gold was discovered in 1858
and the town became a service centre for diggers traveling to Bendigo
and Castlemaine. Malmesbury [sic] Post Office opened on 9
November 1854, closed within two months, reopened in 1856, and was
renamed Malmsbury around 1896
The Malmsbury area is
known for its deposits of bluestone, used in the construction of
notable buildings both locally and throughout the state, evidenced by
the number of churches in Victoria that have used the stone. To this
day the bluestone is produced.
The Anglican Church (the
sole) is the remaining centerpiece of history.
Falling congregations have the survival of the church on notice._small.JPG)
The Malmsbury War Memorial
is represented at the entrance to the park with the Gates giving the
details.
The Malmsbury Hotel, a
classic Victorian, is located on the highway.
The median strip gives
some info to visitors. 
The 1850’s Anglican Church
is worth taking the diversion.
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