Dame Nellie Melba was a famous Australian singer. She was born in 1861 and died in 1931.  

When she was a little girl she played the piano. 

Her husband was a sugar cane manager.     

Melba's first recordings were released in London under her special lilac label. 

The  records  sold out in  days.

  
Melba as Violetta in 'la Traviata' 

Her real name was Helen Mitchell.

Her grave is big with hedges around it. 

Melba as Rosina in the 'Barber of Seville' .
From the Lilydale Historical Society.

 Dame Nellie Melba's grave

A poster of her ancestors

An award to Dame Nellie Melba.

Dame Nellie's dress