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Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Badge - Australasian Medical Congress attendee badge associated with Professor F J Browne, 1951, 1955
Francis James Browne died in Sydney 1963. He had a long career in obstetrics and gynaecology. Summary of appointments include: General Practice in Wales, Maternity Department of the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, 1st director of obstetric unit, University College Hospital London. Retired and continued postgraduate teaching in London and NSW. Married to Grace Cuthbert, who was director of Maternal and Baby Welfare in NSW. A collection of objects found amongst Professor FJ Browne's papers were transferred from the Archives to the Museum collection in 1994.Round copper coloured badge attached by two metal links to a rectangular bar. The bar is designed to hold a small name plate. The badge features a map of Australia as the central design overlaid with a representation of the Staff of Asclepius (a serpent entwined around a staff). Front of badge carries the words, "AUSTRALASIAN MEDICAL CONGRESS/ (B.M.A.) 9TH SESSION/ SYDNEY 1955".browne fj, australian medical congress, numismatics -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - BADGES, C.1939 - 45
Badges belonged to Thomas Henry ISER V24933 and VX102660 2nd AIF. Refer Cat No 383.2 for his service history..1,.2) Badge, "AUSTRALIA" shoulder, blackend brass with brass split pin. .3,.4) Crown shaped metal badge signifying rank of major with brass back plate holding maroon velvet, plush fabric, dark bronze with split pins. .5,.6 & 7) Badge, rank "pip" officer with brass split pins. central circle with three acorns surrounded by circle bearing motto, a third circle has a chain and this whole section is squared off with stylised leaves or feathers making a pointed edge"TRIA JUNGTA IN UNO" motto surrounding acorns in reliefnumismatics-badges-military, army uniform -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - UNIFORM ARMY, Pelaco Victoria, 1967
Uniform classed as work dress. Pants & shirt were just called “Greens”.1) jumper, wool khaki colour with Corporal stripes on upper sleeves. .2)Shirt, green colour long sleeves cotton .2) Belt .4) Trousers, green, cotton. .5&.6) Bootsuniform, greens, work dress -
Malmsbury Historical Society
Postcard (Item), "Postcard Mollison St Malmsbury C1926, Rose Series P4158", Malmsbury c1923
Associated with - Rose Series P4158 Buildings - Shops/Dwellings -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - RIBBON, MEDAL
Medal ribbon for 'National Medal for Service' - Medal issued to operational members of specified eligible organisations. It was introduced in 1975 and ceased on 19th April 1982. Part of the Kevin John Herdman No. 397661 Collection. See Cat No. 5942P for details of his service record.Fabric medal ribbon with blue and gold stripes with cut ends.awards, national medal for service, medal ribbon, kevin john herdman -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter, Letter from A.E. Hachace to Ballarat School of Mines
Ballarat School of Mines is a predecessor of Federation UniversityHandwritten Letter from A.E. Hachace to Ballarat School of Mines requesting information on text books Written on the back Park's Assaying/Beringer's Assaying Hioms Elements of metallurgy Hioms Principles of metallurgy Later Works Furman's assaying Phillip's metallurgy ballarat school of mines, textbooks, a.e. hachace, park's assaying, hiom's elements of metallurgy, hiom's principles of metallurgy, furman's assaying, phillip's metallurgy -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL & BOX, Post 1970
Item in the collection relating to Peter Dodd, refer collection Cat No 2436.2P.1) Australian Active Service 1945 - 75 with two clasps, “Vietnam & Malaya”, replica medal not engraved. .2)Box black colour vinyl outer, inside is black felt with inset for the medal, lid has white velvet liner, front of lid has description of contents in silver.medals, active servce, vietnam, malaya -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Colour postcard, Blackwood Cottages, Pre 2009
A colour postcard from Blackwood Cottages in Marysville.A colour postcard from Blackwood Cottages in Marysville.12.5.2007 Dear Lorna, Each day is perfect after near/ frost overnight. The colours/ are beautiful - the little/ town seems to glow./ Walked to the Falls on Tuesday/ + saw 3 Lyrebirds - one male/ going through his repetiore of/ local birds./ Yesterday Rod drove me up to/ Lake Mountain where we did/ Look Walk taking in 3 lookouts/ with lovely views./ The cottage is very/ comfortable + well/ appointed. Cockatoos,/ parrots, magpies, kook-/ aburras + magpies all come to my feet! Do hope all goes well with you - love - Jan. MRS N MACDONALD/ 24 PRINCETOWN ROAD/ MOUNT WAVERLEY./ VIC 3149marysville, victoria, australia, blackwood cottages, postcard, souvenir, accommodation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - ACC LOCK COLLECTION: B&W PHOTO OF A RIVER, EGYPT, POSTCARD, 1914-1918
Poastcard, WW1, B&W photo of one of the river Nile tributaries. Trees on the right side bank and palm trees in the distance beyond a small craft on the river. Handwritten in ink on the back - North of one of the tributaries of the Nile. Egypt Dec '15 Also handwritten in pencil - more of right side to appearpostcard, postcard, ww1, egypt, river nile -
Vision Australia
Award - Object, Association for the Blind Tilly Aston Medal: 15 years honorary service, 1990-1999
To honour 15 years of service, a gold coloured medallion inset to a wooden column was awarded to individuals. On the front is a cameo of a woman wearing a pendant and an old fashioned ruffled blouse. Around the outside is written 'Association for the Blind Ltd. Tilly Aston Medal' and below this '15 Year Honorary Service'. On the back of some awards is a printed panel: 'Tilly Aston, at the age of 21 years and herself blind, founded the Association for the Blind in 1895. Visionary, administrator, teacher and poet, Miss Aston brought together sighted and blind people in a partnership of action to improve the lives of blind people. This award recognises the continuing accord and tradition of friendship and selfless service which she initiated.'1 blonde wooden stand with gold tone inlaid medallionJohn O. Wicking, Presented 17.9.93 Mardi McCann 18.5.2000 Neil Maxwell 27.02.98 Elizabeth Maxwell Presented 16.10.92association for the blind, awards, john wicking, mardi mccann, neil maxwell, elizabeth maxwell -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - CHRISTMAS GREETING POSTCARDS, KOALA MOTIF, Australian War Contingent Assoc, 1916
1. On the rear the letter is written in ink. It's addressed as "Dear Susie.../from your loving brother Joe" Undated buts it's hot in Australia. 2.1, Colour printed postcard. It shows a Koala up a flag pole. Australian flag on top. There are sprigs of wattle and holly. At bottom is stamped "From the Australian War contingent Association. London 1916. 2. Black and white photo of Koala and cub. A poem i sprinted at the bottom on the rear, written in ink is a short message to Dear Susie ..........From Your Loving Bro, Joe. (He states he is "still alive and well! Addressed to Miss S Stuart, Serpentine Via Inglewood, Vicpostcards, ww1, family -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Uniform - Jacket, A. Bowley & Co, Navy blue woollen material jacket, used by a boy member of Ringwood Primary School band before 1974 (possibly as early as 1930s), Pre 1974, possibly 1930s
Used by a boy member of the Ringwood Primary School band before 1974, possibly as early as 1930s as the silvered buttons have Edward VII marks. The style of the front fastenings is called plastron.Navy blue woollen material jacket with red collar and pointed cuffs associated with thin band of bone coloured braid collar closed by 2 sets hooks and eyes, 11 silver metal buttons down front and 1 inside brown flat button, red epaulettes fixed by silver buttons, 2 small false red gussets on lower edge back. +Additional Keywords: McDougall, Lawrence -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - POSTCARD, PHOTOGRAPHIC, WW1, League of Soldiers Friends, Victoria
1. This card was printed by the "League of soldiers friends - C of E Organisation in Victoria. To help the A.I.F." It has been stamped by the AIF camp PO 19 April 19. 2. Nothing specific.1. Black and white view of ships in a harbour. In the foreground are some tree tops. A big city is in the background. This card has a pre-printed message from Southhampton. 2, Boats in a river/canal. Black and white photo. The water way is in a deep valley.1. Addressed to Miss S. Stuart, Serpentine via Inglewood, Vic, Australia. It is signed by J. Stuart. 18 April 1919. 2. Addressed to Dear Susie, 10 lines text - signed your loving brother Joe.postcards, ww1 -
Melbourne Legacy
Badge, Legacy Cufflinks
A pair of cufflinks with the Legacy symbol. It is not known if they were produced to sell during Badge Week or whether they were are gifts to Legatees or former Junior Legatees. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them. Diamond jubilee cufflinks were issued for Legatees to purchase in 1983. No photo available but a drawing looks similar to these.Example of Legacy items that were produced to raise money for Legacy's work or to give in appreciation. A pair of cufflinks with the Legacy symbol on a medium blue enamel background and set in gold coloured metal, mounted in a black velour gift box.badge week, fundraising, souvenir -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Postcard - ESCo tram at Armstrong, WTP, Sturt St Ballarat, 1905
Postcard shows an ESCo tram soon after commencement in 1905, at the corner of Armstrong and Sturt Streets, Ballarat. The tram has a destination sign hung from the drivers dash canopy. On the left is the Snows Department store and a pole with telegraph/telephone wires and insulators. The Thomas Moore Statue is adjacent to the tramcar. The median plantation was known as Shoppees Square. See item 8999 for a printed colour copy from an illustration, and 3795 for a copy photograph. Yields information about Sturt St, 1905.Postcard - coloured, published by WTP, 1905, Divided back type. trams, tramcars, ballararat, sturt st, esco, armstrong st, wtp -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL SET, Post WW2
Merton Charles WILLOUGHBY VX54056 enlisted on 24.4.41 in the 2nd AIF aged 37 years. Posted to Pioneer Wing 23.6.1941, graded Cook Group 2 in 2/2nd Pioneer Bn. Embark for the Middle East 2.11.1941 disembarking 4.11.1941, relinquishes Group 2 Cook position, embark for Batavia 18.2.1942, reported Missing in Action Java then Missing POW 7.3.1942, recovered POW Siam 20.8.1945, embark from Singapore 29.9.45 disembarking Australia 17.10.1945, discharged from the Army 1.3.1946. With the entry of Japan into the war the 2/2nd Battalion embarked from the Middle East for Australia but was diverted to defend Java with 7th Division elements under what was called “Blackforce”. Some 800 where taken POW and 258 died in captivity. Medal set, court mounted, set of (4) re M.C Willoughby. 1. 1939-45 Star. 2. The Pacific Star. 3. British War Medal 1939-1945. 4. Australian Service Medal. "VX54056 MC Willoughby"medals, military, history -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Album - Ringer's River by Des Martin - Plate 27 - Erin swims the river with a warning
Erin swims the river when she finds herself too late to reach the drovers before their crossing; and amazes O'Day and Keiran when she arrives with the news that the police have them cut off. Behind her a major storm up river is causing the water to rise.The album and images are significant because they document literature written by a prominent member of the Wodonga community. The presentation of this precis was supported by several significant district families and individuals.Ringer's River Album Coloured photo Plate 27des martin, many a mile, ringer's river, northeast victoria stories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Postcard, Historic Postcard - Set 1 no 4 - Vermont - Mitcham Bus, 1/03/1924 12:00:00 AM
Black and white historic postcard (Set 1 No4 ) Launching of Vermont-Mitcham Bus Service - March 1924.|Original supplied by Ian Armstrong - Drake & Co Pty Ltdmitcham - vermont bus service, armstrong, ian, drake & co, nunawading library & information service -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Postcard - Postcard - Nuns Beach, Portland Victoria, n.d
Black and white photo postcard. View from cliff above Nun's Beach, looking north to lighthouse on North Bluff / Lighthouse Bluff / Whaler's BluffFront: 'North Bluff Lighthouse, Portland, Vic' - white script, bottom lift -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Letter - CAC Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation, A Moore File No.1 Kearney & Trecker Corporation
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Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Postcard - Postcard - "Burswood," the old home of the Henty's, Portland, n.d
Black and white photograph of a large house with vines growing up the right side of teh building, and an enclosed front verandah with white steps leading up to it on the left.Front: THE ROSE SERIES. P. 10799/ COPYRIGHT (typed, lower left) "BURSWOOD," THE OLD HOME OF THE HENTYS, PORTLAND (typed, lower centre) -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - SHIRT, TROUSERS, WORK DRESS - ARMY, Australian Defence Industries, 2008
DPCU (Disruptive Pattern Camouflage Uniform) work dress. Colours light to dark green through to light to dark brown. Cotton/polyester fabric. Dark green colour plastic buttons. 1. Shirt - new style, collar, one front epaulette, two front pockets with nylon/metal zipper closure, two sleeve pockets with concealed button closure flaps. White polyester fabric. Manufacturers label, back below collar. Print illegible. 2. Trousers - new style. Two side pockets, two large patch side pockets with nylon metal zipper, one back pocket. Belt loops and nylon/metal zipper fly. Khaki colour cotton fabric pocket lining. White polyester fabric manufacturers label on front right pocket lining. Ankle elastic drawstring.Manufacturers information on label - black ink print. 2. "ADA/ VICTORIA 2008/ ^ / SPECIFICATION ARMY (AUST) 6542/ NSN 8415 66 152 1054/ SIZE 85R/ NAME/ SERVICE NO/ 75% COTTON 25% POLYESTER/ WARM MACHINE WASH 40 deg c/ RINSE WELL WARM IRON/ DO NOT IRON OVER HOOK AND PILE/ DO NOT BLEACH/ DO NOT STARCH/ MAY BE TUMBLED DRY 40dc/ MADE IN AUSTRALIA."uniform, army, work dress, dpcu -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - GAITER WEIGHTS, c. 1930's onwards
Pair of home made gaiter weights made of khaki webbing sewn into a circle and stuffed with heavy metal items apporx 3.5 cm long.passchendaele barracks trust, gaiters, uniform -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Postcard, The Pinnacle in the Grampians -- Postcard
The Pinnacle The Grampianshalls gap grampians -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGE, RISING SUN DEPICTION, Post WW2
This badge was apparently made after WW2 and used on surplus Slouch hats being sold to the public. Item in the collection re John D Gardiner No 2832, refer Cat No 5892.2 for his service details.Badge cast gold colour with map of Australia centre with "Australia" under, two lugs on rear.badges, hats -
City of Ballarat Libraries
Postcard - Card Box Photographs, St Alipius: The Old Building
Drawing of wooden building and canvas tents.st alipius, building -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (item) - Colour tinted postcard, Nucolorvue Productions, At Foot of Steavenson's Falls, 1950's
An early colour photograph of Steavenson Falls in Marysville in Victoria.An early colour photograph of two ladies standing at the foot of Steavenson Falls in Marysville in Victoria. The Steavenson Falls is named after the Victorian Assistant Commissioner of Roads and Bridges, John Steavenson who arrived in Victoria in the early 1860s. This postcard was published by Nucolorvue Productions in Elwood, Victoria as a souvenir of Marysville.POST CARD NUCOLORVUE PRODUCTIONS, ELWOOD, VICTORIAsteavenson falls, marysville, victoria, waterfall, nucolorvue productions, postcard, souvenir, john steavenson -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - CABLEGRAM, July 1919
The cablegram was sent from Salisbury England by Alf Ferris announcing his return to Australia in 1919. refer Cat No 4183.3PCablegram, off white colour, rectangular, print in blue, P.O stamp in black, ruled lines, hand written in black pencil.P.O.Stamp dated, “23 JY 19” (23.7.1919)cablegrams, announcing return -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Badge (Item) - RAAF No. 2 AD Unofficial Patch
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Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - SHIRT, TROUSERS, SERVICE DRESS - ARMY, Australian Defence Industries, c.2004
1. Shirt - light khaki cotton/polyester fabric, short sleeves, shoulder epaulettes, two front pockets with button down flap. Plastic buttons. Left sleeve - fabric patch, embroidered Rising Sun Badge, "THE AUSTRALIAN ARMY". White cotton manufacturers label, back below collar. 2. Trousers - khaki colour wool/polyester fabric service dress style with fob pocket. Two side pockets, one back pocket with concealed button down flap. Plastic buttons and metal zipper fly. Khaki colour polyester fabric waist and pocket lining. No manufacturers label.Manufacturers information on label - black ink print. . "ADA/ 4500297929/ OCT ??/ NSN: ????/ SIZE: 41/ NAME/ SERVICE NO/ 65% POLYESTER/ 35% COTTON/ MADE IN AUSTRALIA".uniform, army, service dress