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European settlement of Melbourne
Original site used for timber cutting, cattle grazing and as a brick-makers field. -
Parkland area reserved
The high-ground south of the yarra overlooking Melbourne was reserved as parkland for a future vice-regal residence. -
Boat houses constructed
Boat houses were established along the Yarra River and by 1895 six buildings were located to the east of the existing boat sheds. -
Yarra straightened and widened
The area was constantly flooded until it was straightened and widened from 1896-1900 to control flooding. -
Alexandra ave constructed
Alexandra ave was constructed along the river, dividing the parkland -
New recreation reserve
A new recreation reserve incorporating, Alexandra ave, South Yarra drv, and the gardens was created and named Alexandra Park. They featured a star-shaped flowerbed which was used for floral displays and symbolised the Federation Star, a popular emblem after Federation in 1901. -
Queen Victoria's memorial statue constructed
Unveiled at the south of the site. -
Melbourne University boat shed constructed
Still standing -
Janet Lady Clarke memorial erected
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King Edward VII erected
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Victorian Rowing Association War Memorial erected
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Oarsmen's Memorial Judge's Box constructed
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Alexandra Ave and Linlithgow Ave proclaimed public highways
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Alexandra ave reconstructed
Alexandra ave was reconstructed to pass under St Kilda rd -
Skate park constructed
Skate park constructed alongside a cafe and first aid station -
Heritage Listing
Alexandra Gardens became a Heritage Inventory site as a part of the Domain Parklands including Alexandra Park, Queens Victoria Gardens and King Domain North and South.
