Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Letter, framed, under glass. From City of Portland thanking Syd Cuffe as a member of Portland's 150th Anniversary Committee. Signed by Mayor, councillor and Town Clerk under the City seal. Frame wooden, painted black..portland 150th anniversary, syd cuffe, portland town crier

Ticket to Portland's 150th birthday Colonial Ball, Saturday 17th November 1984. Orange card with black print.Back: Portland 150th Anniversary sticker - white with blue

Coloured photo. Sign with 'Portland's 150th Anniversary November 1984' and logo with a group of people standing / sitting beside and in front of it. Councillors and committee. Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrationsBack: 'Syd' - blue biro, hand writtenportland 150th anniversary, celebration

Donated by Barry & Carol PayneOpening of Portland 150th Anniversary Year. White cardboard. Blue print.Front: Mr. & Mrs. B.T. Payneportland, 150th anniversary, opening

Coloured photo. Firing of the cannon, Battery Point, Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrationscannon, portland battery, portland 150th anniversary

Medallion struck to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Portland in 1984. Belonging to Carol Payne.Blue velvet case. Red lining. Lid lining white satin. Polished brass medallion.Front: Portland's 150th Anniversary, 1984. Whale in triangle. Reverse: Pink heath. Brim Melb. Victoria. Pink Heath No. 26celebrations, 150th, anniversary, portland, numismatics, medal

2 - Small wine glasses, gold rim, Portland's 150th anniversary, 1984 logo, gold embossed. Story Edward Henty gold lettering, back of glass. Identifying numbers 6003 a, bPortland's 150th anniversary, 1984 logo, gold embossed. Story Edward Henty gold lettering, back of glass

Glenelg Shire CouncilFront: Videotape 'PORTLAND'S 150TH ANNIVERSARY OFFICIAL VIDEO TAPE , 1 HOUR' Back: Case 'PORTLAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE COPY' - blue biro

Invitation to become a patron to financially assist Portland's 150th Anniversary Committee to confirm all planned activities for the celebrations. White card, blue print. 150th logo in blue, on front. Detachable section inside, application for membership form.portland 150th anniversary, vivian family records

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield. In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led.Coloured photo. Pipe band marching down Julia St. Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Bullock team on Cliff St, part of parade for Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afieldColoured photo. Cray fish eating competition, part of Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations 1984.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85.  200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Sea cadets standing at ease, Henty Beach - Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Volunteer Battery Brigade - re-enactment group, parade Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.Back: 'M 24' - blue biro

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Transit shed, K.S. Anderson wharf set up for Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations ball.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Syd Cuffe and others on float, Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations, parade 19 NOV 1984.

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Two people sitting on cannon at Memorial Triangle, section of Cliff St. Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrationsportlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Black and white photo. Syd Cuffe in Town Crier regalia, outside History House, Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrationsBack: black stamp ' Peter Morris - Photographer, 68 Commercial St. East, MT GAMBIER 5290 PHONE 251270syd cuffe, ceremonial clothing

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Syd Cuffe in Town Crier's regalia on float with 3 people in period costume, Portland's 150th celebrations 1984.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Royal Australian Navy members marching down Julia St as part of parade for Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.a) Medallion, gold, boxed, Victoria 150, growing together 1984 -85, with logo, reverse, spray of pink heath, inscription b) Box, blue velvet, lid lined with white satin, box red velvetBack: 'Portland 150th Anniversary Committee 1984 S Cuffe, Town Crier'

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Certificate, unframed awarded to Syd Cuffe, Town crier, November 1984. Portland 150th Anniversary Committee Pioneer Award of Meritsyd cuffe, portland town crier

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo. Portland's 150th Anniversary ball, transit shed, KS Anderson wharf. View of stage, Australian Navy Band performing.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

Clear, high ball glass. Portland's 150th logo embossed in gold. Gold rim.Front: 'PORTLAND's - above logo 150th ANNIVERSARY PATRON 150' beneath logo, gold embossed Back: '1834-1984' - gold, embossed

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led. Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013. The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85. 200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.Coloured photo of Syd Cuffe in his Town Crier's regalia, standing next to the fruit and vegetable section of Portland Supermarket. Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984

Small, clear glass, Portland's 150th logo embossed in gold. Story of Portland's settlement on back of glass, gold, embossed. Gold rim.Front: 'Portland's - above logo, 150th Anniversary, 1984' - below logo gold, embossed

Ten page programme of a a theatrical history celebrating Portland and District's 150th year. Presented by Portland Bay Swells, directed by Ken Harper. Yellow card covers, brown print and images. Pages white, brown print.portland bay swells

In November 1984 Portland marked the 150th anniversary of European settlement and the foundation of the City of Portland. Various events happened in and around Portland, many community led.Coloured photo. Salvation Army band in period costume, Henty Beach, Portland's 150th Anniversary celebrations.portlands 150th anniversary celebrations 1984