The name is derived from the term moordy yallock which originated from the Aboriginal language Boonwurrung, which is listed in some sources as meaning 'muddy creek', and in others as 'little sea'.
Mordialloc Post Office opened on 17 October 1863. In 1995 it was renamed Braeside Business Centre, and a new Mordialloc office opened near the railway station. Mordialloc Creek is arguably the most significant feature of the suburb. Home to Pompei's boat works, Mordialloc Creek has a rich history of traditional wooden boat building. Many classic boats line the banks of the creek.
This post is part of the Weekend Reflections meme,
and also part of the Scenic Weekends meme.
Some fine looking boats here, but owning a boat is constant maintenance work as your last photo shows.
ReplyDeleteNice images of this attractive corner of the bay. Your reflections post has taught me something about this area of Melbourne - once a fishing village - which I didn't know, despite being a resident of Bayside for much of the year. Thank you.
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