On Tuesday, men from Diamond Creek OM:NI visited Ellis Cottage just north east of Diamond Creek. The cottage was built out of uncut local stone circa 1885 by William Ellis, who with his nephew Nathaniel Ellis, established a model farm on 150 acres on the site now known as Ellis Park.
In 1850 William Ellis purchased a large portion of land between Diamond Creek East and Wattle Glen. A successful farmer and businessman, Ellis also purchased land in Yarra Glen, Diamond Creek, Woodstock and Greensborough.
The cottage and grounds houses the Nillumbik Historical Society’s collection of historic photographs and documents of pioneering families from the area.
Unfortunately Daryl was unable to obtain the recipe for the delicious scones we had for morning tea.
OM:NI - Diamond Creek 
Good one Alan – sounds like everyone enjoyed it, I’m just sorry I could not be there that day.
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What a surprising venue to visit and our host has an impeccable knowledge of local history.the Omni men were a joy to be with, great photos Alan
Oh yes I am still trying to get that scone recipe, never ask a lady for her recipe if asking fails you may have to resort to proposing to her. SERIOUS.
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