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Ringwood and District Historical Society
Letter, Ringwood Bowling Club wanting the council to ask the Electricity Commission for low tariff power in 1930
1929 saw the establishment of the Ringwood Bowls Club initially located on the land now occupied by the Eastland Shopping Centre. It moved to its current location in Loughnan Road, Ringwood in 1997.Ringwood Bowling Club wanting the council to ask the Electricity Commission for low tariff power in 1930city of ringwood bowls club, ringwood bowling club, ringwood bowls club, lawn bowls, bowling -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Plaque, Det 11 MC GP RAE Vietnam
Black wooden shield with red over blue square with gold anchor, wheel and wingsDet 11 MC GP RAE vietnam. Vung Tau Nui Dat. WO2 Barry Greenberger 1970-71, WO2 Barry Greenbergerplaque, det 11 mc gp rae vietnam -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Plaque
A wooden shield with a round gold laurel with anchor and Vietnam map in the centre. Also R.A.N. Vietnam veterans 1965 - 1972On a plaque reads R.A.N. VIETNAM VETERANS ASSOCIATION TASMANIAshield, hmas cerberus, cerberus collection -
Clunes Museum
letter, 1879
COPY OF REPLY TO EDWIN TRANTER, NEPHEW OF CHARLES GODWIN, REGARDING HIS WILL, IN REPLY TO A LETTER SEND TO THE CHIEF COMMISSIONER OF POLICE MELBOURNE. A COPY OF THE LETTER TO EDWIN TRANTER.LETTER DATED 24TH. SEPTEMBER 1879local history, document, letter, tranter, e. [will] -
Whittlesea Historical Society Inc.
Letter, Patriotic Funds Council of Victoria, 1947
Letter from Patriotic Funds Council of Victoria to South Morang Soldiers' Welcome Home Patriotic Fund, dated 18 June 1947.south morang soldiers' welcome home patriotic fund, patriotic funds council of victoria -
Melbourne Legacy
Letter, Legacy Hostel
Letter dated 11 February 1943 from E. B. Patterson on Department of the Army notepaper to Fred (no surname or address noted). It was to inform Fred he might be interested in the position at the Legacy Club Hostel and to approach Mr Eric Russell at his workplace at 100 Queen St. Also to mention that Major Schofield asked Fred to call on him.A record of written correspondence regarding job applications in 1943.White quarto letterhead, black ink handwriting, two hole punched.Signed E.B. Patterson.holmbush administration, residences -
Canterbury History Group
Letter - Frognall, 22/10/1986 12:00:00 AM
Letter and research material on Frognall from the Department of Defence {Air Force Office} Royal Australian Air Force sectionl, to the Canterbury History Group with information on the Royal Australian Air Force's use of Frognallcanterbury, frognall, royal australian air force, mont albert road, world war 1939-1945 -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter - Correspondence, L. Grant, Correspondence on the Broken Hill Proprietary Co. Ltd letterhead, 1937, 29/11/1937
Letter on the Broken Hill Proprietary Co. Ltd letterhead to the Ballarat School of Mines. The letter relates to the employment of Robert Scott Elsworth. bhp, broken hill proprietary co. ltd, l. grant, ballarat school of mines, mining, mining companies, letterhead, robert s. elsworth -
The Beechworth Burke Museum Research Collection
Card (Series) - Index Card, George Tibbits, 18 Mellish Street, Beechworth, 1976
George Tibbits, University of Melbourne. Faculty of Architecture, Building and Town & Regional PlanningIndex system that support the research for Beechworth : historical reconstruction / [by] George Tibbits ... [et al]Arranged by street names of BeechworthEach index card includes: street name and number of property, image of property, allotment and section number, property owners and dates of ownership, description of the property according to rate records, property floor plan with dimensions.beechworth, george tibbitsbeechworth, george tibbits -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Letter, Andrew Fabinyi, Andrew Fabinyi (Pergamon Press) to Robin Boyd, 30.10.1970
Letter regarding Mark Strizic's design fees and royalties for the book 'Living in Australia'. The letter received from Strizic is attached to this letter (item D330.2).Quarto, 1 page -
Vision Australia
Letter - Text, Letter from Robin Pleydell to Neil Maxwell on his resignation from the Board
Summary update of Centenary AppealLetter from Robin Pleydell to Neil Maxwell upon the occasion of his retirement from the Association of the Blind.Handwritten letter from Robin Pleydell to Neil Maxwellnon-fictionelizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, association for the blind, robin pleydell -
The Beechworth Burke Museum Research Collection
Card (Series) - Index Card, George Tibbits, Ford Street, Beechworth, 1976
George Tibbits, University of Melbourne. Faculty of Architecture, Building and Town & Regional PlanningIndex system that support the research for Beechworth : historical reconstruction / [by] George Tibbits ... [et al]Arranged by street names of BeechworthEach index card includes: street name and number of property, image of property, allotment and section number, property owners and dates of ownership, description of the property according to rate records, property floor plan with dimensions.beechworth, george tibbitsbeechworth, george tibbits -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Association of Expatriate Germans, 4/08/1922
Letter from Association of Expatriate Germans to Marie Jackschowsky in reply to application for liquidation damages under Article 2971 of Peace Treatyjackschowsky, mary elizabeth, association of expatriate germans -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter - Document, Asian students in Engineering at Australian Colleges’, 29/10/1954
Three typed pages relating to Asian students in Engineering at Australian Colleges’international students, teng hor khoo, teng seong khoo, nukool limsettoe, chookiate sirivings, malaya, thailand, institute of engineers australia, asian students, letterhead, engineering -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Letter - St. Stephen’s Presbyterian Church, Caulfield
Two documents regarding the historical significance of St. Stephen’s Church, 158 Balaclava Road Caulfield. The first document is correspondence dated 25/09/1990 from the National Trust informing the City of Caulfield of the inclusion of the church on the National Trust Register. The second document is a photocopy of the Caulfield Conservation Study by Andrew Ward dated February 1994. It includes an unclear front view photograph, references and recommends planning scheme control.city of caulfield, caulfield, caulfield north, balaclava road, kooyong road, st. stephen’s church, presbyterian church, uniting church, ward andrew, kinross george, currie george, haddon robert, architects, builders, churches, caulfield conservation study, national trust register, gothic revival architecture, architectural features, architectural styles, heritage studies, patios, windows, registers, symbols, fundraising events, religious ceremonies, religious groups -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Box Hill City Repertory, 11/06/1973 12:00:00 AM
Letter from Mrs. Kay J. Brain.Letter from Mrs. Kay J. Brain, Hon. Sec. of Box Hill City Repertory to Mitcham Repertory Group.Letter from Mrs. Kay J. Brain.box hill city repertory, mitcham repertory group -
Melbourne Legacy
Souvenir, Legacy Stamp - First Day of Issue, 2023
Australia Post issued a stamp featuring the Legacy Torch. It will be in general circulation as well as available as commemorative packs and first day covers. The stamp design presents the iconic branding of Legacy Australia and echoes the colours of the Australian flag. The torch design prominently placed in the stamp represents the undying flame of service and sacrifice, the foundation of Legacy’s existence. The body of the torch is presented in a gold colour, signifying generosity and compassion. In its wreath of laurel, with its points inverted in remembrance, is the guerdon of honour, to represent those who gave their lives for their country. The commemorative envelope has an image of Stan Savige and comes with the Legacy Stamp and postmarked as a first day of issue, 21st March 2023, and cost $1.50.A record that Legacy's reputation is such that the centenary was marked by Australia Post.A decorative envelope with the Legacy stamp and stamped with the first day of issue.100th anniversary, centenary -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Promotional Kit - Portland Aluminium Smelter, "Portland Aluminium Promotional Kit", 2003-2004
This book was one of the many left on seating as a gift for guests at an Alcoa sponsored project at the Portland Botanical Gardens, 6/2/2004.Identifying numbers: 501.1 - 501.6 501.1: Silver balloon with black text printed on side. 501.2: Calico bag with blue text and logo printed on both sides. 501.3: Colour pamphlet on Alcoa Frog Watch. 501.4: Alcoa pamphlet: "Diversity - Valuing the Differences. 501.5: Booklet: "Portland Aluminium Environment Improvement Plan 2002 - 2003". 501.6: Booklet: "Points and Angles", Jan-Feb 2004.Front: - Back: -portland aluminium smelter -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Plaque
A wooden shield with a blue insignia with a crown on top. Inthe centre is a silver anchor and written above is Royal Australian Navy At the top of the shield are H.Q. and A.F.V. on silver plaques.H.Q. A.F.V. Royal Australian Navyshield, hmas cerberus, cerberus collection -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Abattoir property, 1937
Letter from City of Box Hill to Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham re the unsuccessful sale of the abattoir property.Letter from City of Box Hill to Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham re the unsuccessful sale of the abattoir property.Letter from City of Box Hill to Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham re the unsuccessful sale of the abattoir property.city of box hill, shire of blackburn and mitcham, abattoirs paddock, aspinalls estate, woodhouse grove, box hill north, aspinall road, box hill north, koonung creek, land subdivision -
Clunes Museum
Souvenir - MUGS-COLOURED GLASS
MUGS WERE GIVEN TO THE MUSEUM DURING A 'CLARK' REUNION HELD ON 26TH FEBRUARY 1994. DONOR MR. RICHARD CLARK. WAS BORN IN CLUNES 1920, A GRANDSON OF FRANCIS & JANE CLARK..1 & .2 MUGS, SMALL, PLAIN RED GLASS & CUT GLASS, WITH CLEAR GLASS HANDLES.1 & .2 "SOUVENIR FROM SHOW 1912 J. CLARK CLUNES"local history, domestic item, ornaments, decorative, events and celebrations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Perkins RAAF, 12/01/1942 12:00:00 AM
Letter from the RAAF No.1 Recruiting Centre to Mr. G. B. Perkins, 5 Harrison St., Mitcham.Letter from the RAAF No.1 Recruiting Centre to Mr. G. B. Perkins, 5 Harrison St., Mitcham instructing him to attend enlistment as a Trainee Group (V) in Group Five and listing rates of pay.Letter from the RAAF No.1 Recruiting Centre to Mr. G. B. Perkins, 5 Harrison St., Mitcham. royal australian air force, perkins, g. b. -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Wine Carafe - Sandford Mechanics Institute 1886, n.d
Clear glass wine carafe, 'Sandford Mechanics Institute 1886' embossed in gold. Gold rim. Measurements 18cm x top 7.3cm x Bottom 7cmSandford Mechanics Institute 1886' embossed in gold. Gold rim -
Melbourne Legacy
Souvenir - Souvenir Scarf, Australian Commoolth (sic) Military Forces
A silk scarf souvenir from Egypt. It was embroidered with military symbols. The date is unknown. The connection with Legacy is not known. The founders of Legacy were all returned servicemen who returned from overseas service in World War One so would be familiar with similar sentimental souvenirs that were purchased in Egypt and sent home to loved ones.A record of a type of souvenir made to commemorate the Australia Commonwealth Forces. Founding Legatees would have been familiar with Egyptian souvenirs from World War 1.Purple scarf, possibly silk, hand stitched with military forces symbol, text and floral motifs. Gold braid trim possibly machine stitched at a later date. See similar items 00182, 00183.Embroidered with 'Australian Commoolth (sic) Military Forces'.souvenir, world war one -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Letter - Centre Road, 196, Bentleigh
A one page typed copy of a letter dated 14/07/1953 from K Gardner and Lang Pty Ltd to H E Waterman Esq containing a valuation of the property at 196 Centre Road, Bentleigh. It provides a detailed description of the house, rooms and its dimensions. The file also includes one page of undated, unattributed handwritten valuations and a one page typed copy of the valuations.waterman h e, waterman annie, centre road, bentleigh, architectural features, sheds, garages, laundries -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Requesting Permission To Construct New Access Road, 18.12.1959
Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former pilot in the Royal Netherlands Navy was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30 September 1922. He fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a ski instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in May 1950. After working as an instructor and supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. After negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC), Bob took two years to build his Grande Coeur Chalet. It burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7 May 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob’s endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in May 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grande Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob’s endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This document is significant because it documents the Rules of Falls Creek Tourist Area Regulations 1959.A letter from the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee referring to his request to build a new access road to his Grand Coeur Chalet. It states that the request must be considered in context of the overall plans of the Falls Creek Tourist Area but progress is being made.bob hymans, falls creek tourist area management committee -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Booklet - Centenary of Scots Church Portland 1942, W. Huey Steele, M.A, n.d
Booklet, paperback, 57 pages, written for the centenary of Scots Church Portland, 1st March 1942. Buff coloured covers, black print. -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Bumper Sticker - Glenelg Shire Community Radio, n.d
Rectangular bumper sticker. Dark blue with yellow print. '3RPC COASTAL FM 99.3 GLENELG SHIRE COMMUNITY RADIO PORTLAND (03) 5523 4333 Birthplace of Victoria 18-34 Julia St'advertising, souvenir, car accessory -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Letter - Department of Lands and Survey reply re setting out Sandridge streets, Department of Lands and Survey, 30 Jan 1861
Handwritten letter on blue foolscap laid paper, from Dept of Lands and Survey 13.1.1861 replying to Town Clerk's request on setting out Sandridge streetslocal government - borough of sandridge -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Electricity Supply Extension To Falls Creek Approved, 08.04.1960
Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans die on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it documents the commitment by the SEC to extend service to a wider area in Falls Creek,A letter outlining plans by SEC to extend electricity supply in Falls Creek. It outlines requirements to be met by licensees and residents to access this new service.falls creek administration, extension of service sec