A group photo of junior legatees at a train station on the way to or from a camp. The photo was forwarded to the archive project in October 2018 with a note from Elizabeth Evans (nee Astbury) who was one of the girls in the photo. It is believed to be at Stawell Railway station in 1957 and the girls were going to a Legacy camp at a regional property (Kilpatrick family property at Great Western perhaps).A record of Junior Legatee camps that Legacy ran to give the children opportunity of a holiday.Black and white group photo of a group of female junior legatees going by train to a camp and a letter.Handwritten on reverse 'Melbourne June Legacy Girls 1957 Camp' in blue ink and 'Stawell railway station (from Jim Astbury) / Mr Jack Grey (in hat centre back)?? 'Allenvale' camp? / Kilpatrick family property at Great Western.'girls' classes, camp

Group of Females (Concert) 1920’s Advertising Pelaco Shirt Collarsstawell entertainment

Attached list of those present in photo.Copy of black & white photo, Aid Detachment, group of females. Brown plastic frame with gold trim & glassAt bottom of photo: “Unit 352 (Bendigo) Voluntary Aid Detachment (VAD) Bendigo Military Camp Hospital (Lansellstowe) 1940 - 1945” (Mrs K Proud on back of mount) photography - photographs, frame accessories, medicine - hospitals, vad’s lansellstowe, bendigo

Salvation Army Corps Cadet Brigade Group 1927. Females in the group are wearing hats and those seated are holding tambourines. Stawell Corps Cadet Brigade Back Row, Mavis Vince, May Clark, Charlie Carter, Ruth Parry, Joyce Reeve, Kath Reeve. Centre Row, Margaret Frazer, Amy Clark, Adj. & Mrs. Barnes, Eunice Perry, (Mrs. Colonel Wright), Mabel Mackay. Front Row, Don. Reeve, Pearl Reeve, Robert Clark. Photograph of a group of Salvation Army band people with musical instruments. All females have hats on and those seated are holding tambourines. stawell religion

Black and white photograph. A group of female students harnessing a draught horse to a 2-wheeled cart. See B91.118 for names. The girls are dressed in jodhpurs, some in blazersfemale students, draught horse, students working outside, cart, stable

June Harris Smith (1935) died before, "Green Grows Our Garden," A.P. Winzenried, was published and last visited the Gardens in the late 1980's. Her son, Leigh Harris, donated the photograph and photocopies of her Certificate of Competency in Horticulture, her Report Card for 1934 and her Business Card. He visited the College in on FOBG Open Day 2000 (his letter filed ?). A group of female students resting in a grain crop with 1 sitting on the horse. June Harris (nee Smith) (1935) is holding the reins. Also Certificate of Competency and Report Card female students, grain crop, horse, june harris ( smith), leigh harris, certificate of competency, report card

Donated by Julieanne Webster, Mrs. Jessep's great niece.Large group of female students with Mrs.Jessep standing beside the ponds. The petite woman in the front holding her handbag looks like "Tuppence" from the photographs in Mrs. Jessep's Album.On reverse, "Garden Party for the students at School of Horticulture Burnley. 2/- Unmounted 3/- Art Mounted."garden party, female students, mrs. jessep, ponds, julieanne webster, school of horticulture burnley, tuppence

G P 21 black and white photograph of 2 male and 1 female teachers with group of boys and girls, students in grades 7 -8 Violet Street, State School. On back in ball point pen ' Violet Street, State School, Grades 7 - 8 . 1912+organization, education, violet street primary school

Photograph was taken by A.P. Winzenried as a possible illustration for, "Green Grows Our Garden." 3 copies black and white photograph. Copy of a b/w photograph of a group of female students, some riding on a horse drawn cart with one leading the horse and some walking carrying tools.Handwritten caption underneath states, "Students at Burnley Horticultural College.-Victoria."female students, horse drawn cart, tools, a.p. winzenried, green grows our garden, students working outside, orchard, draughthorse

One of several photographs submitted by Miss Isobel McLennan (see B91.73). Black and white photograph. 2 copies. (a) A postcard. Group of female students standing and male students seated on the ground. Staff standing behind the female students. Principal, Mr. McLennan standing on the right. Taken whilst on an excursion to Ripponlea.On reverse, "Students Dec 1917." (b) On reverse, "School of Primary Agric & Hortic staff and students c.1918 Staff includes George Russ, Hudson (Stockman), Richmond, Miss Grassick. school of primary agriculture and horticulture, staff, students, george russ, hudson, stockman, richmond, miss grassick, isobel mclennan, principal, mclennan, ripponlea, excursion

John Bird & Mary Cocking with five other people in front of a Store & what's said to be a butcher shop c 1874.Black and white photo of 7 people outside a weather board shop. Four of the group are females and two men one is on horseback and one a young boy. The women are in long decorative dresses. A house & chimney can be seen on the left side behind a picket fence. Handwritten on photo "Father" and part of "mother" (above squiggly line). The first two on left of photo.stawell business

Medal awarded to G W Knight for horticulture at the Intercolonial Exhibition Victoria 1866-1867. Round copper medal under glass in timber frame, showing a group of females in period costume & wording ' Facies Non Omnibus Una Nec Diversa Tamen. Qualem Decet Esse Sororum'.C Summers Sculp - W Calvert Fecittrophies & awards, public events, intercolonial exhibition

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Training school 1 commenced 23/3/1950. Black and white photograph of a group of Females in nurses' uniforms in four rows, front row sitting on the floor, second row sitting on chairs, third and fourth rows standing. Window formation in the background.. Photo taken by Raymond Kelly. nurse training, ndsn

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Training school 1 commenced 23/3/1950. Black and white photograph of a group of Females in nurses' uniforms in four rows, front row sitting on the floor, second row sitting on chairs, third and fourth rows standing. Window formation in the background.. Photo taken by Raymond Kelly. Three copies, two with list of names on the back.nurse training, ndsn, lister house

A photo of a group of female junior legatees in an elocution class. The photo appeared in the July 1954 Legacy Newsletter with the caption. "Here is a group of Intermediate Girls being tutored in Speech training by Miss Winifred Williams. Though not spectacular Speech Training is an important part of class work." Miss Williams also wrote a piece in a newsletter about the benefits of speech training. Melbourne Legacy ran many classes for boys and girls in their care. The speech training or elocution was one aspect.A record of an aspect of the classes provided for the girls.Black and white photo of Miss Williams speaking to a class of young ladies.junior legatee, girls' classes, miss williams

A photo of a group of female junior legatees in sporting outfits entering the Annual Demonstration with a prop of a totem pole. There are 14 young girls and part of the audience is visible. Legacy clubs ran classes for junior legatees for many years such as gymnastics, swimming or dancing classes. It was part of providing for the children of their deceased comrades. The skills they learned were show cased in an annual demonstration usually at the Melbourne Town Hall. It appears to be photo taken professionally, as there are several photos of different classes (see 00862 - 00873) perhaps to record Legacy classes for promotion purposes. A note with the photo identifies two young ladies; "Kneeling at the front Michelle and Anne O'Connor.A record of a way Legacy provided classes for junior legatees and the skills learned were displayed in the Annual Demonstration.Black and white photo of girls in sports outfits with the Legacy logo carrying a totem pole into a venue.Handwritten 'Legacy P2' in blue pen and 'Annual Demo 1963' in pencil.junior legatee, annual demonstration

B+W Group photo on cream board. 4 males + 4 females, perhaps a family group as there is a family facial resemblance. There are 2 generations . Older man + woman (mother + father?) seated in leather chairs with armrests. The younger 6 are standing behind with the youngest seated at centre of older ones. All in 'good' clothes, males in 3 piece suits + ties, women in 'Sunday best' dresses. Group centred on a large floral mat. Inscription: Bartlett Bros. BendigoBartlett bros. Bendigoperson, group, possibly, family group

A photo of a group of female junior legatees in sporting outfits. There are 20 girls of various ages, and 1 lady who could be the instructor. Legacy clubs ran classes for junior legatees for many years such as gymnastics, swimming or dancing classes. It was part of providing for the children of their deceased comrades. The skills they learned were show cased in an annual demonstration usually at the Melbourne Town Hall. It appears to be photo taken professionally, as there are several photos of different classes (see 00862 - 00873) perhaps to record Legacy classes for promotion purposes. A note with the photo identifies two young ladies; "Kneeling at the front Michelle and Anne O'Connor. Date is estimated as the 1960s as they joined classes in 1962.A record of a way Legacy provided classes for junior legatees.Black and white photo of girls and young ladies in sports outfits with the Legacy logo.Stamped on the back Copyright, Herald and Weekly Times in grey ink. Handwritten 'Legacy P2' in blue penjunior legatee, girls' classes

Photographic Album - 19th Century Portraits. This album is in a handsome leather tooled cover with brass ring clasp - pages have gold edging to match the gold tooling on front cover.This album comes from ''Old Box 94'' which generally contains ephemera from Merle Bush. However, this album has no identifying inscriptions (but see the following notes). There are approx 44 portraits of children, males, females, mixed groups taken by a range of studio photographers (Sandhurst, Melbourne, Stuttgart and possibly from other cities?) There appear to be no inscriptions on the reverse of these photos - but not all have been removed for checking. One photograph (R Dermer Smith, Sandhurst has a photograph Number #753 on reverse and show a man/boy?, woman and child on the front verandah of a house. There are 6 loose cards within the book which may give some indication as to the family connection; 1. Mr W Tainsh - Echuca; 2. Frau Pastor Leypoldt - Lutheran Parsonage, Bendigo; 3. Miss H Janie Schleiger; 4. Citizens' Life Assurance Co Ltd - Represented by A A Brooker(?); 5. Card with inscription in German below print of ? Luther) and handwritten text in German on reverse (difficult to read), date 11/11/83; 6. black bordered card ''In Memoriam'' (no name).cottage, miners

COPIES OF PHOTOGRAPHS OF CHURCH ACTIVITIES AND BENDIGO CORNISH Note; these are not high quality copies of the original photographs. : a. Three group photographs from unknown source - mixed male and female Long Gully groups posed in front of brick building. Names of people provided below photos. Sunday School Teachers and Officers; Choir and Organist; Executive and Officers (Christian Endeavour); b. two photos - Golden Square Sunday School, teachers and officers (with names provided below) and interior of Golden Square church; c. copies of photos - Sunday School - teachers and Officers (Eaglehawk) - no names - and Choir and Organist, Eaglehawk - names below photo; d. three copies of photos - Senior Sunday School, California Hill (no names), Sunday School teachers and officers, California Hill (no names) and Choir and Organist, California Hill (names under photo); e. copy of photo of Forest Street Brass Band - no names but has printed annotation re church bands attached to photo copy.cottage, miners

Contributor: T.H. KneenCardboard box of 108 35mm glass slides in metal frames made by "Gnome." Box labelled "Burnley Gardens Slides." Also 16 unused slides (1) Swan Street entrance c. (2) Orchid? b/w. (3) Nursery b/w. (4) Pasture area with man working b/w. (5) Draught horse working in the Orchard b/w. (6) Crop of corn in the Orchard c. (7) Magnolia c. (Magnolia x soulangeana). (8) Display of orange flowers c. (9) Lemon tree in the Orchard c. (10) Sign advertising 'Fruit Tree Pruning Demonstarion Sat. 2nd July (1949) c. (11) Jersey cow c. (12) Rock Point c. (13) Dahlias in the Orchard c. (14) Foundation Stone '28th August, 1946' c. (15) Felled Cypress tree 1951 b/w. (16) School truck in front of glasshouses and cacti b/w. (17)Administration Building completed but surrounded by rubble C.1949 c. (18) Plant Research Institute c. (19) Inside a glasshouse. c. (20) Administration Building c. (21) Group of female students dressed up for a function c. (22) Solenostemon (Syn. Coleus) in a glasshouse. (23, 24)Stock Matthiola incana. (25) Blossom in the Orchard c. (26) Orchard c. (27) Picking fruit in the Orchard c. (28) 2 female students holdong large bunches of poppies c. (29) Flowers growing in the Orchard c. (30) House - not Burnley c. (31) Students on an excursion c. (32) Staff member with Gladioli c. (33) Garden view - not Burnley? c. (34) Administration Building c. (35) Roses c. (36) Flowers in the Orchard c. (37) Draught horse working in the Orchard c. (38) Staff member amongst flowers in the Orchard c. (39) Garden view c. ((40) Blossom in the Orchard c. (41) Orchard c. (42) Flowers inside glasshouse c. (43) Mesembryanthemums in pots possibly in the nursery c. (44) Tree b/w. (45) Garden bed c. (46) Sign, 'Agrostology Branch, pasture Plant Research Field,' c. (47) Path to Principal's Residence c. (48) Irrigation in the Orchard b/w. (49) Cactus flowers b/w. (50) Garden view with T.H. Kneen children playing c. (51) (52) Cinerarias (now Pericallis x hybrida) in pots c. (53) Temporary building where the Grey Garden is now b/w. (54) Garden view b/w. (55) Unknown building b/w. (56) Person pruning in the Orchard c. (57) Students working in the Orchard c. (58) Swan Street with recently completed rock wall constructed by the Public Works Department b/w. (59) Lagoon paddock b/w. (60,62) Pavilion and new Administration Building before the Pavilion was removed b/w. (61) As (60) but viewed from a different direction c. (63) Plant c. (64) View through a window on the stairs in the Administration Building c. (65) Plant c. (66) Garden view of trees c. (67) Garden View b/w. (68) Blossom tree c. (69 )Garden view along path to Principal's Residence c. (70) Lagoon Paddock c. (71) Lagoon Paddock with cows b/w. (72) Inside a glasshouse b/w. (73) Entrance sign- Department of Agriculture Burnley Gardens, School of Horticulture & Primary Agriculture, Plant Research laboratory, Agrostology Branch, Fruit Preserving Branch c. (74) Plant Research Laboratory b/w. (75) Students on an excursion c. (76) Glasshouses b/w. (77) Garden view b/w. (78) Kniphophia c. (79) Hibiscus c. (80) Garden view c. (81) Dairy, Silo and dog b/w. (82) Irrigation in then Orchard b/w. (83) Garden view with magnolia c. (84) Flower plots in the Orchard c. (85) Pruning demonstration b/w. (86) Administration Building under construction c. (87) Rock Point c. (88) Mrs Kneen and Magnolia c. (89) Glasshouses c. (90) Sequoia sempervirens b/w. (91) Inside Administration Building c. (92) Luffmann Ponds b/w. (93) Sequoia sempervirend, Mrs Kneen and child c. (94) Garden bed in front of Sequoian sempervirens c. (95) Principals Residence b/w. (96) Poultry pens b/w. 1947 (97) Principals Residence b/w. (98) Student picking fruit from netted tree b/w. (99) Rock Point and Long Border c. (100) Administration Building under construction c. (101) Greenhouse b/w. (102) Rock Point c. (103) Flowers in the Orchard c. (104) Waterlilies in the Pond c. (105) Blossom tree c. (106) Hilda Kirkhope Rockery c. (107) Long Border c. (108) Plant Research Institute with flower border along drive c.burnley gardens, flower, nursery, pasture, draught horse, orchard, crops, magnolia, chicken coops, egg laying competition

This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century. The red-and green Australian King-Parrot is seldom seen flying above the tree tops of the dense forests which it inhabits — it prefers to fly below tree level, weaving in and out through the tree trunks instead. When they are disturbed by a person, they usually fly off with a harsh screech, and often do not land until they are lost to view. Their flight is swift and strong, characterised by deep, rhythmic wing-beats and regularly punctuated with rapid twists and turns.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century. Male Australian King-Parrots are the only Australian parrots with a completely red head. Females are similar to males except that they have a completely green head and breast. Both sexes have a red belly and a green back, with green wings and a long green tail. King parrots are normally encountered in pairs or family groups. This particular specimen has duller colour and appears more orange with a misshapen head Label: National Museum Victoria / King Parrot / Aprosmietus W5435 / Gris (recht) Mount: APPOSMICTUS / SCAPULARIS / King Parrottaxidermy, parrot, bird, king parrot

The Nankeen Kestrel, also known as the Australian Kestrel, is a common native to the open country's grasslands and farmlands, preferring agricultural areas. They are drawn to animal pests like mice, insects, small animals, reptiles, and birds. Due to the shape and ability of their tail feathers, which allows them to hoover over their prey, they do not rely on speed to catch their meal like most falcons in their family group. These birds are among the smallest raptors in the Falcon family, having well-known face characteristics and body shapes. The females of the species are distinguished by their darker patterns and red-brown (rufous) tones, as well as their larger size, whilst the males are more greyish. The yellow markings around the eyes and top of the beak, as well as the noticeable black dipped wings, distinguish each species. This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.The Nankeen Kestrel is a small raptor in the Falcon family. It has a stockier appearance, with the upper parts of its body, such as the head and the tops of its wings, being a light red-brown (rufous) colour and the tips of its wings appearing dipped in black. The top of the beak and the eye rings are both yellow, and this bird's falcon appearance shows its inherent dark streak markings visible near the eyes and on the chest. The underparts are pale, with a tail feather that spreads out to help it hover and is ornamented with fine black decorations.20. / Unnamed / Catalogue page 5 / taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, nankeen kestrel

GFS Australia began as a local branch of the Girls' Friendly Society founded in England in 1875 by Mary Townsend. This was an Anglican Church group which formed to give maids and female domestic staff spiritual guidance and social activities for their days off. The Society later also functioned in part as an employment agency. The first local Australian branch was formed in Adelaide in 1879, with branches being established in all states by 1901. Vera Constance Sophie Saunders (1897 -1967) was the daughter of Arthur Scott Saunders and Agnes Louise Stuart Morris. Her father was a storekeeper in Orbost.The Girls' Friendly Society was an early youth group and was associated with the Anglican Church and were a common way to attract children and teenagers to the congregation. The group is an example of the social importance of the churches in rural communities in the early 20th century.A folded card which is a senior candidate's card for membership of the Girls' Friendly Society. The card is white with blue print. On the front is the name of the member with details of the diocese and parish as well as the date of enrolment. At the top is the emblem of the Girls' Friendly Society.Vera Saunders written in cursive with red pen Orbost April 4 1912 St Jamessaunders-vera girls'-friendly-society anglican-church-orbost

This is a perpetual annually presented trophy for the Orbost Marching Girls, the Waratahs. It was donated by local jeweller, Roy Cope.Together with a chaperone's blazer, a uniform and photos this trophy forms part of the history of the Orbost Marching Girls group.A wooden trophy with a triangular base and metal shields. It has a gold painted statue of a female with a laurel wreath in her outstretched left hand. In the right hand is a plaque with a team of marching girls on it.Orbost Marching Girls Roy B. Cope Perpetual Trophy 1963 Awarded to Helen Kelly 1963-64 Diane Bailey 1964-65

A bettong is about the size of a rabbit, with body length ranging from 30cm to 38cm among species. All bettongs have long tails, roughly equal to body length. Body weight ranges from 1.2 kg in the smallest species (Northern Bettong) to 2.8kg in the Rufous Bettong, the largest of the group. Males tend to be slightly larger than females. Bettongs have furry coats, ranging in colour from grey to ginger and brown. The bettong is endemic to Australia, and is an important part of Australia's Indigenous biodiversity. There are five living species of bettong; Eastern Bettong, Burrowing Bettong, Brush-tailed Bettong, Northern Bettong, Rufous Bettong. The bettong is a member of the Potoroidae family along with the endangered Potoroos, and the extinct Desert Rat-Kangaroos. This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from either the Trustees of the Australian Museum or from the amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880 and mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee around the same time. When all Taxidermy mounts were completed, they were quickly put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.Average sized bettong with large clawed hind legs, small clawed fore legs, and a long tail that is roughly the length of its body and covered lightly in fur. The pelage of the bettong is fine and soft with the body fur cream and pale ochre in colouring with specks of brown while the underbelly is a solid cream colour. The head is small with a short muzzle and two small rounded ears, and features two round dark brown eyes made from clay.On mounting board: BMM5893/burke museum, taxidermy, taxidermy mount, bettong, rat kangaroo, bettongia, fauna, animal, animalia, potoroidae, reynell eveleigh johns

Photographed in the early 1900s, this black and white photograph depicts 25 members of the Mayday Hills Hospital Staff. Six men sit in front of the group (Mr Imhose stands fourth from the left in front row), upon the ground and behind them, in bright white clothing, sit eight female nurses upon a long bench (one of these nurses is identified on the rear as Miss A.J. Ross). Behind these women stand 10 men. The men are all wearing dark clothing and several have 'Kepi' style hats. The staff photograph was captured by Frazer and Vallance Photographers Melbourne. This image was originally combined with 1997.2491 but these images have since been torn apart and catalogued separately. Beechworth's Mayday Hills was chosen as the site of Victoria's newest asylum, at the time, due to the landscape and altitude. The hilltop atmosphere and the native fauna, it was argued, would assist in the cure of the patients kept at the hospital (Wood 1985, 122). The positioning of the hospital had a beneficial effect on the rural town. A pamphlet published by James Ingram and Son (1849) reveal that famous landmarks in Beechworth which included the Post Office, Gaol, Courthouse and Asylum "demonstrate the appreciation of Beechworth by the Government not only as as important district center, but also as a site unrivaled as a sanitarium". There were other locations in contention at the time, but ultimately Beechworth was chosen (Craig 2000, 33). Prior to the creation of the Asylum in Beechworth, those charged with having mental illnesses or, as it was termed, "insanity" were unable to be properly cared for in the Gaol (which is where they were often sent). John Buckley Castieau wrote, in 1861 for the Ovens and Murray Advertiser, that the Gaol was unable to properly care for those classified then as "insane" but that they would endeavor to treat them above the other inmates (which he notes is not always the case in other establishments). Castieau wrote this in favour of supporting the building of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth. It was stated that at the time the Mayday Hills Hospital was built, there were 83 prisoners kept in the Gaol who were to be rehoused to the Hospital on the grounds of "insanity". The classification as someone as "insane", in this period of time is a reflection on the inability to cure and understand illnesses of the mind during the mid to late 1800s. Opening on the 24th of October 1867, the Mayday Hills Hospital was originally named the "Ovens Lunatic Asylum", a title which is very much a product of its time. Whilst controversial, changes to the name is part of the history of the Hospital and can provide much insight into the understanding of mental illness throughout history and the use/disuse of this term provides information into the reception/changing opinions of mental illness in society. The Hospital would later become known as the "Mayday Hills Asylum" and/or "Mayday Hills Hospital" with the latter being the most commonly used title. An article in the Ovens and Murray Advertiser notes that on the 7th of March 1865, the foundation stone of the Hospital was laid (it would officially open in 1867) and that it was such a moment of accomplishment and joy for Beechworth that a letter to the editor even suggested that there should be a holiday dedicated to the day the foundation stone as laid. This reveals an extent to which the townspeople of early Beechworth valued the construction of the Hospital in their town. It provided the town with a sense of prestige and honour.At first glance, the remains of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth, Victoria, inspire tragedy, trauma and beauty. The buildings themselves, with their Italianate style Renaissance architecture designed by J.J. Clark (Craig 2000, 49 & Smith 2016, 203) reflect a bygone period of European and Australian history. The gardens provide a sense of tranquility and beauty. The experience of those within these walls remains a valuable area of study to provide a more complete understanding. This particular hospital is considered the fourth of its like and one of three identified as the largest of their kind. The Mayday Hills Hospital is a sister to the Kew and Ararat Asylums in Melbourne which are both located in relative proximity. Understanding the role of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth history is integral to understanding the development of the goldfields town, but also for providing important information as to the history of caring for, and the reception of, mental illnesses in Australian and wider European history. Mayday Hills provides a case study which can be researched through oral history, an analysis of the grounds/buildings and through images like this postcard which portray the structure in a highly deliberate manner. Images like this depict the strong façade of the Hospital and provide a glimpse into the tranquility of the gardens. This has been done deliberately to provide a sense of comfort and healing about the building to those looking from the outside. Further research into the importance of the Hospital in Beechworth and it's connection to the town will be supported through images like these kept in the Mayday Hills photo album in the collection of the Burke Museum.Black and white rectangular photograph printed on photographic paper mounted on cardHandwriting reads: "Mental Hospital / Beechworth / Miss A. J. Ross / about 82 in 1944".mental asylum, beechworth, mayday hills, mayday hills hospital, victoria, mental health, history of mental illness, treatment of metal illness, asylum, hospital for mentally unwell, miss a.j. ross, nurse, staff, doctors

Photographed in the early 1900s, this black and white photograph depicts 25 members of the Mayday Hills Hospital Staff. Five men sit in front of the group, upon the ground and behind them, in bright white clothing, sit eight female nurses upon a long bench (one of these nurses is identified on the rear as Miss A.J. Ross). Behind these women stand 12 men. The men are all wearing dark clothing and several have 'Kepi' style hats. The staff photograph was captured by Frazer and Vallance Photographers Melbourne. This image was originally combined with 1997.2490 but these images have since been torn apart and catalogued separately. Beechworth's Mayday Hills was chosen as the site of Victoria's newest asylum, at the time, due to the landscape and altitude. The hilltop atmosphere and the native fauna, it was argued, would assist in the cure of the patients kept at the hospital (Wood 1985, 122). The positioning of the hospital had a beneficial effect on the rural town. A pamphlet published by James Ingram and Son (1849) reveal that famous landmarks in Beechworth which included the Post Office, Gaol, Courthouse and Asylum "demonstrate the appreciation of Beechworth by the Government not only as as important district center, but also as a site unrivaled as a sanitarium". There were other locations in contention at the time, but ultimately Beechworth was chosen (Craig 2000, 33). Prior to the creation of the Asylum in Beechworth, those charged with having mental illnesses or, as it was termed, "insanity" were unable to be properly cared for in the Gaol (which is where they were often sent). John Buckley Castieau wrote, in 1861 for the Ovens and Murray Advertiser, that the Gaol was unable to properly care for those classified then as "insane" but that they would endeavor to treat them above the other inmates (which he notes is not always the case in other establishments). Castieau wrote this in favour of supporting the building of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth. It was stated that at the time the Mayday Hills Hospital was built, there were 83 prisoners kept in the Gaol who were to be rehoused to the Hospital on the grounds of "insanity". The classification as someone as "insane", in this period of time is a reflection on the inability to cure and understand illnesses of the mind during the mid to late 1800s. Opening on the 24th of October 1867, the Mayday Hills Hospital was originally named the "Ovens Lunatic Asylum", a title which is very much a product of its time. Whilst controversial, changes to the name is part of the history of the Hospital and can provide much insight into the understanding of mental illness throughout history and the use/disuse of this term provides information into the reception/changing opinions of mental illness in society. The Hospital would later become known as the "Mayday Hills Asylum" and/or "Mayday Hills Hospital" with the latter being the most commonly used title. An article in the Ovens and Murray Advertiser notes that on the 7th of March 1865, the foundation stone of the Hospital was laid (it would officially open in 1867) and that it was such a moment of accomplishment and joy for Beechworth that a letter to the editor even suggested that there should be a holiday dedicated to the day the foundation stone as laid. This reveals an extent to which the townspeople of early Beechworth valued the construction of the Hospital in their town. It provided the town with a sense of prestige and honour.At first glance, the remains of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth, Victoria, inspire tragedy, trauma and beauty. The buildings themselves, with their Italianate style Renaissance architecture designed by J.J. Clark (Craig 2000, 49 & Smith 2016, 203) reflect a bygone period of European and Australian history. The gardens provide a sense of tranquility and beauty. The experience of those within these walls remains a valuable area of study to provide a more complete understanding. This particular hospital is considered the fourth of its like and one of three identified as the largest of their kind. The Mayday Hills Hospital is a sister to the Kew and Ararat Asylums in Melbourne which are both located in relative proximity. Understanding the role of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth history is integral to understanding the development of the goldfields town, but also for providing important information as to the history of caring for, and the reception of, mental illnesses in Australian and wider European history. Mayday Hills provides a case study which can be researched through oral history, an analysis of the grounds/buildings and through images like this postcard which portray the structure in a highly deliberate manner. Images like this depict the strong façade of the Hospital and provide a glimpse into the tranquility of the gardens. This has been done deliberately to provide a sense of comfort and healing about the building to those looking from the outside. Further research into the importance of the Hospital in Beechworth and it's connection to the town will be supported through images like these kept in the Mayday Hills photo album in the collection of the Burke Museum.Black and white rectangular photograph printed on photographic paper mounted on cardFrazer & Vallance Photographers Melbournemental asylum, beechworth

The photograph depicts seven unidentified female theatrical performers. They are posing on a stage with a white picket fence and foliage.The photograph provides insight into entertainment, performance and recreation in Beechworth during the 1950s. The item's interpretive capacity is enhanced by its strong relationship to other photographs in the catalogue. Collectively, these records enrich the community's understanding of how the arts have developed in Beechworth since the mid-twentieth century.Black and white rectangular photograph printed on matte photographic paper.Reverse: THE OVENS AND MURRAY / 5665 /entertainment, entertainment album, beechworth, arts, performance, theatre, theatrical group, play, recreation

Depicted are two unidentified female actresses dressed in capes. They are posing outdoors with a film camera.The photograph provides insight into entertainment, performance and recreation in Beechworth during the 1950s. The item's interpretive capacity is enhanced by its strong relationship to other photographs in the catalogue. Collectively, these records enrich the community's understanding of how the arts have developed in Beechworth since the mid-twentieth century.Black and white rectangular photograph printed on matte photographic paper.Reverse: 5666 /entertainment album, entertainment, beechworth, theatre, theatrical group, film, cinema, camera, movie, arts, performance, 1950s