Rev. Alistair Macrae, born 1950. Macrae was ordained in 1984 and served in rural, regional and inner city congregations in Victoria, at Mt Beauty, Portland and West Brunswick. He served as Moderator of the Synod of Victoria and Tasmania (2000–2003) and as Executive Director of the Uniting Church Centre for Theology and Ministry (2004–2009) in that synod. He was a member of the board of Wesley Mission Melbourne and chaired its social policy committee. Macrae was an inaugural member of the Victorian State Government's Community Support Fund and served on the advisory committee of the Community Alcohol Action network of the Australian Drug Foundation. Macrae became President of the UCA in July 2009, at the 12th Assembly. In September 2013 Macrae commenced as Minister of Wesley Uniting Church, Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. Gloss colour photograph of the Rev Alistair Macrae wearing traditional Scottish Moderator's dress outside St. Michael's Church, Collins Street Melbourne.

This photo provides just one example of the beautiful costumes worn by Junior Legacy girls for Legacy's Annual Demonstrations at the Melbourne Town Hall. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics, the Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to the late 1980's, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall or Olympic Pool Stadium. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. Whilst the cost to Legacy was very small, the quality of the work produced was truly professional.A record of a Junior Legacy Demonstration. This photograph serves as photographic evidence of the work that the Legacy Wives' Association and Junior Legacy Mothers' Club produced over the years.Black and white photo of two people upon a stage dressed in traditional Native American attire.Stamped on the back of the photo: "This photograph is with / The Compliments of The... / MINISTRY OF TOURISM / GOVERNMENT OF VICTORIA / PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE / PHOTO: MICHAEL CHESHIRE"junior legatee, annual demonstration, costumes

This photo show some Junior Legacy girls on stage for an Annual Demonstrations at the Melbourne Town Hall. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics, the Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to the late 1970's, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall or Olympic Pool Stadium. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. Whilst the cost to Legacy was very small, the quality of the work produced was truly professional.This photograph is of historical and social significance as it serves as photographic evidence of the work that the Legacy Wives' Association and Junior Legacy Mothers' Club produced over the years.Black and white photo of a group of women doing a dance performance on stage. Stamped "This photograph is compliments of the / Ministry of Tourism / Government of Victoria / please acknowledge Photo: Michael Cheshire" in grey ink on reverse.junior legatee, annual demonstration, dancing, girls' classes

This photo provides just one example of the beautiful costumes worn by Junior Legacy girls for Legacy's Annual Demonstrations at the Melbourne Town Hall. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics, the Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to the late 1970's, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall or Olympic Pool Stadium. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. Whilst the cost to Legacy was very small, the quality of the work produced was truly professional.This photograph is of historical and social significance as it serves as photographic evidence of the work that the Legacy Wives' Association and Junior Legacy Mothers' Club produced over the years.Black and white photo of a ballerina dancing upon a stage. Other members of the troupe can be seen in the background.Stamped "This photograph is compliments of the / Ministry of Tourism / Government of Victoria / please acknowledge Photo: Michael Cheshire" in grey ink on reverse.junior legatee, annual demonstration, costumes, ballerinas, dancing

Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics, the Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to the late 1980's, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall or Olympic Pool Stadium. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. Whilst the cost to Legacy was very small, the quality of the work produced was truly professional.This photograph is of historical and social significance as it serves as photographic evidence of the work that the Legacy Wives' Association and Junior Legacy Mothers' Club produced over the years.Black and white photo of a group of performers on stage for the Legacy Golden Jubilee demonstration.Stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge / Photo: Michael Cheshire" in black ink.junior legatee, annual demonstration, golden jubilee, costumes

Photograph of the finale of the Legacy Demonstration in 1973, the Golden Jubilee year to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Legacy. It is at the Melbourne Town Hall and the stage is filled with children in costumes, some holding Australian flags. President Geoff Handbury is speaking at the microphone. Large Legacy Golden Jubilee sign and torch symbol above the performers. Legacy would stage annual demonstrations for many years to showcase the skills of the junior Legatees. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and Eurythmics. The Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to the 1980's, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall or Olympic Pool Stadium. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. A record of a Junior Legacy Demonstration for the Golden Jubilee in 1973.Black and white photo of the Golden Jubilee Demonstration in 1973.Stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge / Photo: Michael Cheshire" in black ink.junior legatee, annual demonstration, golden jubilee

A photo of the Olive Tree of Peace planted by Legacy in the Western Lawn of the Shrine of Remembrance in 1973. The plaque reads "1923 1973 / This olive tree symbolising peace marks fifty years of Legacy service to the widows of ex-servicemen and their children." 1973 was the Golden Jubilee year of Legacy Another photo showing members of Legacy and officials standing near the newly planted olive tree. Another copy of this photo had the following inscription on the reverse: 'Silver (sic) anniversary of Melb Legacy at Shrine 1973 / Frank Doolan has just planted the tree and is shaking hands with President Handbury. In the group / Dame Mary Herring / Norton Doig? / Sir Fred Schenger / Don Simonson / George Cowan (Chairman Coordinating Committee / with Anne / and myself Kemsley The photos came from a Legacy envelope marked "P1" in red pen, with assorted photos of major events such as 1973 Federal Conference, 1983 Morwell, 1973 Legacy march Anzac Day, 50 year celebration inclusion in Anzac Day March, with authority of RSL (some are items 00440 to 0442).A record of events to commemorate the golden jubilee of Legacy.Black and white photo x 2 of an olive tree planted at the Shrine.Handwritten 'The Olive Tree of Peace planted on the Western lawn of the Shrine of Remembrance 1973', written in blue pen. Stamped 'Compliments of Ministry of Tourism Government of Victoria, please acknowledge Michael Cheshire' in black ink. golden jubilee, tree planting, 50th anniversary

A photo of the planting of the Olive Tree of Peace in the Western Lawn of the Shrine of Remembrance in 1973. Pencil inscription on reverse says "Frank Doolan planting the commemorative olive tree for Legacy. Beside him is Geoff Handbury, Melb President and Sir Ed Herring, (?), Kem (Kemsley), Col Rex Hall, George Cowan. (2 copies) Also a photo of Frank Doolan standing by the tree he has just planted. Legatee Frank Doolan was a long serving member of Legacy and given the honour of planting the tree. The plaque reads "1923 1973 / This olive tree symbolising peace marks fifty years of Legacy service to the widows of ex-servicemen and their children." 1973 was the Golden Jubilee year of Legacy (see also item 00441).A record of events to commemorate the golden jubilee of Legacy.Black and white photo x 3 of a tree planting at the Shrine of Remembrance.00442.1 Pencil inscription, some illegible 00442.2 Stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge / Photo: Michael Cheshire" in black ink.golden jubilee, tree planting, frank doolan, 50th anniversary

Photos of the 50th Anniversary Dinner on 6 October 1973 held at Chaucers during the Legacy Conference. (date to be confirmed) 00452.1 shows 6 men with Legacy Torches lined up along the front of the high table. A caption found when the photo was published elsewhere says 'On the occasion of the Golden Jubilee Annual Conference of Legacy Clubs of Australia, held in Melbourne in October 1973, the Chairman of the Legacy Co-ordinating Council, Legatee George Cowan, presented an illuminated Torch emblem to the President of the capital city Legacy Club of each of the six States. Members of Legacy are determined that the Torch shall continue to burn brightly throughout Legacy's second half century of service to dependants of deceased ex-servicemen.' Other photos are of table groups or room shots. Chaucers was a reception and conference centre in Canterbury, Melbourne, before it was sold in 1999 after operating 28 years (Telegraph news article from web). Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary / 1983 Morewell / 1973 Legacy March ANZAC Day, 50 yr celebration, inclusion in ANZAC Day March authority of RSL". See items 00451, 00391. A record of a dinner marking the 50th anniversary of Legacy during the Golden Jubilee year 1973.Black and white photo x 6 of 50th anniversary dinner.Stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink and 6 October 1973 in purple ink.golden jubilee, conference, legatee function

Photos of the 50th Anniversary Dinner on 6 October 1973 held at Chaucers. (date to be verified). 00453.1 shows the President Geoff Handbury making a speech. 00453.2 shows John Flynn, the President of Colac branch making a speech. Chaucers was a reception and conference centre in Canterbury, Melbourne, before it was sold in 1999 after operating 28 years (Telegraph news article from the web). Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary / 1983 Morewell / 1973 Legacy March ANZAC Day, 50 yr celebration, inclusion in ANZAC Day March authority of RSL". See items 00451,00452, 00391. A record of a dinner marking the 50th anniversary of Legacy during the Golden Jubilee year 1973.Black and white photo x 2 of speeches at Legacy 50th anniversary dinner.Both stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00453.1 Label on front says 'President'. On reverse 'Legacy Conference Jubilee Dinner at Chaucers 1973. Geoff Handbury and John Flynn (Colac)' in blue pen. 00453.2 Label on front says 'Toast to Legacy L/John Flynn, President Colac'.golden jubilee, 50th anniversary, geoff handbury

Photos of the 50th Anniversary Dinner on 6 October 1973 held at Chaucers. (date to be verified) 00454.1 a view of the high table. 00454.2 shows a table with Ivan Layton and Matron Vivian Bullwinkel. Chaucers was a reception and conference centre in Canterbury, Melbourne, before it was sold in 1999 after operating 28 years (Telegraph news article from web). Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary / 1983 Morewell / 1973 Legacy March ANZAC Day, 50 yr celebration, inclusion in ANZAC Day March authority of RSL". See items 00451,00452,00453, 00391. A record of a dinner marking the 50th anniversary of Legacy during the Golden Jubilee year 1973.Black and white photo x 2 of a dinner for the 50th anniversary of Legacy in 1973.Both stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00454.1 Label on front says "Jubilee Dinner at Chaucers". 00454.2 Label on front says "Ivan Layton and Matron Vivian Bullwinkel"golden jubilee, 50th anniversary, ivan layton

Four photos of the 50th Anniversary rededication service at St Pauls Cathedral in 1973. 00455.1 shows a group of men holding a Legacy torch near the altar and priests. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary / 1983 Morewell / 1973 Legacy March ANZAC Day, 50 yr celebration, inclusion in ANZAC Day March authority of RSL". See items 00452, 00453, 00454, 00391. A record of a church service marking the 50th anniversary of Legacy during the Golden Jubilee year 1973.Black and white photo x 4 of a church service for the 50th Anniversary.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00455.1 Label on front says "Re-dedication service at St.Pauls Cathedral".golden jubilee, 50th anniversary, church service

Photos of the official opening of the 50th Anniversary Legacy Conference, at National Gallery of Victoria in 1973. 00460.1 shows The Governor, Sir Rohan Delacombe speaking in the Stained Glass Hall. Other photos include the official party sitting behind the speakers, including Lady Delacombe, the President Geoff Handbury and his wife, Helen. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary / 1983 Morewell / 1973 Legacy March ANZAC Day, 50 yr celebration, inclusion in ANZAC Day March authority of RSL". See items 00451,00452,00453, 00454, 00391. A record of a Conference Opening to mark the 50th anniversary of Legacy during the Golden Jubilee year 1973.Black and white photo x 6 of the opening of the 50th Anniversary Conference.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00454.1 Label on front says "Official Opening of Conference - His Excellency The Governor".golden jubilee, governor of victoria, conference

Six photos of the 50th Anniversary Conference opening, at National Gallery of Victoria in 1973. 00461.1 shows The Governor, Sir Rohan Delacombe, Lady Delacombe, the Legacy President Geoff Handbury and his wife, Helen. Other photos include the Helen Handbury walking with the Governor. 000461.4 is Sir Edmund Herring and his wife Mary. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary / 1983 Morewell / 1973 Legacy March ANZAC Day, 50 yr celebration, inclusion in ANZAC Day March authority of RSL". See items 00451,00452,00453, 00454, 00391, 01418 to 01420. A record of a Conference Opening to mark the 50th anniversary of Legacy during the Golden Jubilee year 1973.Black and white photo x 6 of the official opening of the 50th Anniversary conference.All stamped "This Photograph is with the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00454.1 Label on front says "Official Opening of Conference - His Excellency The Governor".golden jubilee, governor of victoria, conference

Photos of a garden party or event at Government House hosted by the Governor of Victoria. It was stored with photos from the 50th Anniversary year events or perhaps it is when Sir Rohan Delacombe was leaving the post of Governor of Victoria (1974). There were a significant number of events attended by Sir Delacombe during the Jubilee Year as he is patron of Legacy. Another copy of the photo 00464.7 had notes on the back saying three Legatees talking to the Governor -they were George Cowan, Geoff Handbury and Bill Michan (?). Photos show him making a speech, also a piper playing from the tower, also Lady Delacombe with the President's wife, Helen Handbury. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversaryShows the link between Legacy and the Governor of Victoria as patron.Black and white photo x 7 of an event at Government House.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00464.2 Label on front says "Final farewell at Government House". 00464.3 Label on front says "Lone Piper Government House Tower".golden jubilee, governor of victoria, government house party

Photos of a ceremony and wreath laying at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. It was part of the Golden Jubilee 50 year celebrations in 1973. Two photos show wreaths being laid at the base of the Cenotaph, one of these is by President Geoff Handbury. The a close up of the Geoff Handbury standing with Sir Edmund Herring, Lieutenant-General of Victoria, with the Shrine in the background. Another of the same two men beside other Legatees preparing to march behind a military band (see also 00479). It is possible this is the same event when an Olive Tree of Peace was planted in the western lawn of the Shrine. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversaryA record of a ceremony to mark the 50th year of Legacy.Black and white photo x 4 of a wreath laying at the Cenotaph.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00478.2 Has '1973 President L/- Geoff Handbury' handwritten in blue inkgolden jubilee, conference, wreath laying ceremony

Photos of a ceremony and wreath laying at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. It was part of the Golden Jubilee 50 year celebrations in 1973. (see also 00479). It is the same event when an Olive Tree of Peace was planted in the western lawn of the Shrine (see 00441 and 00442). The photos show a group of Legatees marching towards the Shrine behind a military band. The men were being led by Legatee Bob Risson. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary.A record of a ceremony to mark the 50th year of Legacy.Black and white photo x 7 of a service at the Shrine for the 50th Anniversary.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00479.3 Label on front says "L/Bob Risson with parade at Shrine". 00479.4 Label on front says "Fall in at Shrine".golden jubilee, conference, wreath laying ceremony

A photo of children and adults near the Eternal Flame after a ceremony and wreath laying at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. It was part of the Golden Jubilee 50 year celebrations in 1973. Legacy Flag is flying alongside the Australian and UK flags on the three flagpoles. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversaryA record of a ceremony to mark the 50th year of Legacy.Black and white photo of an event at the Eternal Flame.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink.golden jubilee, conference, 50th anniversary, wreath laying ceremony