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Ballarat Tramway MuseumBook, Dean Filgate, "A Brief History of The Melbourne Brunswick and Coburg Tramways Trust", 1999
... "A Brief History of The Melbourne Brunswick and Coburg ...Book - titled "A Brief History of The Melbourne Brunswick and Coburg Tramways Trust", MBCTT, written by Bob Prentice and edited by Dean Filgate. Published by Tramway Publications 1999. Provides details on the formation of the Trust, appointments, financials, track and overhead construction, power supply, street lighting, depot and offices, opening, map, tickets, staff, operation statistics, extensions, and rolling stock. Illustrated with many photographs including a photograph of the Trust Tramways Band.Yields information about the tramways built by "The Melbourne Brunswick and Coburg Tramways Trust"Book - 24 pages including heavy card covers, titled "A Brief History of The Melbourne Brunswick and Coburg Tramways Trust", centre stapled.trams, tramways, mbctt, tramways band, coburg, construction -
Federation University Historical CollectionBooklet, Austin McCallum, A History of Ballarat Libraries, 1978
... A History of Ballarat Libraries ...The author, Austin McCallum was the Chief Librarian at Ballarat for a number of years, and started the Australiana Collection. He was highly involved with Ballarat history. Red Soft covered booklet of 63 pages. Includes an images of the Academy of Art in Camp Streetlibrary, austin mccallum, camp street ballarat -
Clunes MuseumBook, DESIGNED BY PETER BUCKMASTER, WOOL PAST THE WINNING POST: A HISTORY OF THE CHIRNSIDE FAMILY, 1978
... WOOL PAST THE WINNING POST: A HISTORY OF THE CHIRNSIDE ...A BIOGRAPHY WRITTEN BY HEATHER B. RONALD OF THE HISTORY OF THE CHIRNSIDE FAMILY SOME OF WHO SETTLED ON LAND NEAR CLUNES, VICTORIA A SUMMARY OF THE CHIRNSIDE FAMILY'S MOVE TO THE AUSTRALIAN COLONIES AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE WOOL INDUSTRY IN THE 1800'S AND ONWARDSHARDCOVER BOOK BOUND IN BLUE LFABRIC WITH A GOLD EAGLE EMBOSSED ON THE FRONT COVER, COMPLET WITH DUST COVER. THE DUSTCOVER FRONT COVER HAS A COLOUR IMAGE OF A COLONIAL HOMESTEAD IN THE BACK GROUND WITH A LOADED DRAY PULLED BY OXEN TWO FIGURES WITH BULL WHIPS AT EITHER SIDE OF THE THE ANIMALS 203 PAGESnon-fictionA BIOGRAPHY WRITTEN BY HEATHER B. RONALD OF THE HISTORY OF THE CHIRNSIDE FAMILY SOME OF WHO SETTLED ON LAND NEAR CLUNES, VICTORIA A SUMMARY OF THE CHIRNSIDE FAMILY'S MOVE TO THE AUSTRALIAN COLONIES AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE WOOL INDUSTRY IN THE 1800'S AND ONWARDS book, chirnside family, clunes first sheep run -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - STRAUCH COLLECTION: A LIFES HISTORY
... STRAUCH COLLECTION: A LIFES HISTORY ...Small booklet, A Lifes's History of the late Henning Rathjen of Colbinabbin, compiled and written by Alfred E Rathjen, 15 pages with black and white photographs.Alfred e Rathjenperson, individual, henning rathjen, history-victoria-colbinabbin-rathjen -
Greensborough Historical SocietyNewspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, As time goes by; a history of our schools, 27/08/1997
... As time goes by; a history of our schools. ...This supplement to the Diamond Valley Leader August 27 1997, lists details of the foundation and history of all schools in the Diamond Valley/Banyule area.Information regarding the foundation of primary and secondary schools in the area. includes state, catholic and private schools.5 pages copied from Diamond Valley Leader 1997.heidelberg, ivanhoe, schools, banyule, greensborough -
Greensborough Historical SocietyBook, Heidelberg since 1836: a pictorial History. Text by Cyril Cummins, 1971_
... Heidelberg since 1836: a pictorial History. Text by Cyril ...A history of white settlement of the Heidelberg area. Contains historic photos and description of the growth of the area.Produced by the Heidelberg Historical Society with financial assistance from the City of Heidelberg.A history of Heidelberg compiled to mark the centenary of Heidelberg being granted 'shire' status in 1871. Covers the period 1836-1970. 5 copies. (copy 5 is not for loan and filed in FileCab:Heidelberg - this copy was the property of Frances Sheppard, Secretary to the Town Clerk and includes other memorabilia)Elsa Jones [and address] 1971heidelberg, heidelberg historial society -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps MuseumBook - Book - Family History, A History of Mulcahy Family, 1984
... A History of Mulcahy Family ...Gold linen style paper cover, with title and spine done in green printing on front. 161 pages plus loose sheet.non-fictionflanagan, mulcahy, family history, ellena mulcahy -
Eltham District Historical Society IncMagazine - Magazine Article, Sweeneys; a home with a history, Nora Cooper, The Australian Home Beautiful; Vol. 18, No. 2, February 1, 1940, 1940
... Sweeneys; a home with a history, Nora Cooper, The ...Article - "A home with a history" by Nora Cooper featuring Sweeney's Cottage at Culla Hill in Eltham, a pioneer settler of the district on pages 6-9 and 49-50Magazine missing cover (pages 1, 2, 51,52); p49/50 torn, several articles where pictures have been cut out or sectioned Dispay panel of a second copy of article pages adhered to boardaustralian home beautiful magazine, culla hill, eltham, houses, sweeney's cottage, sweeneys lane, thomas sweeney, display panel -
Greensborough Historical SocietyBook, Ian D. Clark et al, A Bend in the Yarra: a history of the Merri Creek protectorate Station and Merri Creek Aboriginal School 1841-1851, by Ian D. Clark and Toby Heydon, 2004_
... A Bend in the Yarra: a history of the Merri Creek ...A history of Aboriginal cultural institutions in colonial Victoria, in this book the interaction between Wurundjeri people and government officials and settlers at the confluence of the Merri Creek and Yarra River.Paperback book, 90 p. black & white illusmerri creek, aborigines victoria -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book, Kristin Otto, "Yarra - A Diverting History of Melbourne's Murky River", 2005
... "Yarra - A Diverting History of Melbourne's Murky River" ..."Yarra - A Diverting History of Melbourne's Murky River" by Kristin Otto. History of Yarra River covering commercial and social uses."To Port Melbourne Historical and Preservation Society, with best riverside wishes. Kristin Otto"yarra river, kirstin otto -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage ParkBooklet, University of the Third Age, (U3A), Emerald, A History 1992-2013, 2012 - 2103
... University of the Third Age, (U3A), Emerald, A History 1992 ...The book was written to describe the 21 year history of Emerald U3A from its inception in 1992 until 2013. The third age refers to mature age people, homemakers of retirees aged 55 years and over. And the group offers classes, discussion groups and physical activities, generally from tutors who are members of the group. Memoirs were written by a number of Emerald identities, regarding bushwalking, gardening, language and literature, local history and armchair travel and book discussion. Soft back booklet, white cover.Signed by the author; Brenda E. Webbu3a emerald, brenda e. webb, emerald -
Glen Eira City Council History and Heritage CollectionBook, "Moorabbin: A Pictorial History, 1862 - 1994", 1995
... "Moorabbin: A Pictorial History, 1862 - 1994" ...Copy of pictorial history book written by John Cribbin significantly signed by councillors and the author on the first page.The words "Moorabbin: A Pictorial History, 1862 - 1994" printed in brown colour in and oval at the top of a red, hard paper cover book, copy of an image of horse and carts and Gregg's Plough and Harrow Hotel, South Brighton below. Below that name of author "John Cribbin" is printed. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - STRAUCH COLLECTION - A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PAYNTER FAMILY, 1985
... STRAUCH COLLECTION - A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PAYNTER FAMILY ...A Brief History of the Paynter Family, with a reference to those at Epsom 1906-1940,. 16 pages in cardboard cover with black and white photographs. Compiled by Reg Paynter 1985.Reg Payntergenealogy, family, paynter, bendigo-epsom-family history- paynter -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - STRAUCH COLLECTION: A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE KAMAROOKA DISTRICT
... STRAUCH COLLECTION: A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE KAMAROOKA ...A Brief History of the Kamarooka District, soft cover with 80 pages compiled by Geoff Pedersen edited by Barry Cail printed by D.G.Walker Printers with black and white photos & a map.Geoff Pedersenhistory, australian, kamarooka, victoria-history-kamarooka -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - LIFE'S WORK, A BRIEF HISTORY OF FLORA HILL SECONDARY COLLEGE, 2007
... LIFE'S WORK, A BRIEF HISTORY OF FLORA HILL SECONDARY ...Life's Work, a brief history of Flora Hill Secondary College 1916 - 2006. Published by Flora Hill Secondary College, 23 pages with photographs, illustrations, some colour.Jaan Butlerschool, history, flora hill secondary college, flora hill secondary college, education, bendigo - history. -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Book, The Australian Army - A Brief History - 1993
... The Australian Army - A Brief History - 1993 ...The Australian Army - A Brief History - 1993 -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyBook, A Short History of Templestowe
... A Short History of Templestowe ...A Short History of Templestowe published in 1982 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Nunawading High School : a brief history, 1969
... Nunawading High School : a brief history ...A brief history of Nunawading High School.A brief history of Nunawading High School.A brief history of Nunawading High School.nunawading high school, history -
Vision AustraliaPhotograph - Image, Launch of Vision Queensland, QBIC and the Queensland Industrial Institution for the Blind - a history 1883-1999 by Basil Shaw, February 2000
... Industrial Institution for the Blind - a history 1883-1999 by Basil ...Launch of 'Vision Queensland, QBIC and the Queensland Industrial Institution for the Blind: a history 1883-1999' by Basil Shaw. Speakers and attendees included Tim Quinn, Merv Matthews, Ron McCord, Tim Matthews, John Puttick and Des Knight.10 col. photographs of book launchvision qld, qbic industries, tim quinn, merv matthews, john puttick, des knight, nick carter, kevin o'mahoney, tim mccord -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Book, Morrissey, D.W and Morrissey E.W, Lakes Entrance a Short History revised Edition, 1980
... Lakes Entrance a Short History revised Edition ...History of Koorie inhabitants through to fishing industry, timber industry, early settlers and survey and sale of land. The opening of the entrance to allow shipping industry to operate bringing much trade and movement of primary produce etc. Local schoolHistory of Koorie inhabitants through to fishing industry, timber industry, early settlers and survey and sale of land. The opening of the entrance to allow shipping industry to operate bringing much trade and movement of primary produce etc. Local schoolMargaret Campbell''land settlement, religion, aboriginals -
Alfred Health (The Alfred, Caulfield Hospital, and Sandringham Hospital)Book, Ann M Mitchell, The Hospital South of the Yarra A history of Alfred Hospital Melbourne from foundation to the nineteen-forties, 1977 The Griffin Press
... The Hospital South of the Yarra A history of Alfred ...Board of Management of The Alfred commissioned Ann M Mitchell to write a history of the hospital from its foundation until the nineteen-forties. The hospital treated its first outpatient on 6 March 1871 and its first inpatient on 13 March 1871.Book details major milestones of hospital's history from 1860's including its naming after Prince Alfred. Records major achievements including important treatment, teaching and research. Lists many important personnel including doctors, nurses, matrons and Board Members.Small Book 299 Pages Red CoverThe Hospital South of the Yarra, Ann M Mitchellthe alfred, history, 1871, 1940's, medical, patients, health, hospital -
Federation University Historical CollectionProgramme, SMB: Book Launch: "A History of the School of Mines and Industries, 1870-1982", 1985
... SMB: Book Launch: "A History of the School of Mines and ...To celebrate the 112th year of The School of Mines and Industries Ballarat, a book launch was held on 12th April 1985. The book to be launched was "A History of the School of Mines and Industries Ballarat" written by Warren Perry MBE. Professor Geoffrey Blainey A O officially launched the book.Card - yellow and black outside with printed information insideballarat school of mines, book launch, 1985, history of the school of mines and industries, warren perry, geoffrey blainey -
Eltham District Historical Society IncBook, Melbourne Citymission, Going Forward in Faith: a history of Melbourne Citymission by Catherine Waterhouse, 1999
... Going Forward in Faith: a history of Melbourne Citymission ...A history of Melbourne City Mission, and the people who have worked in it, from its foundation in 1854 as a Christian organisation to assist the poor of Melbourne's slum areas. Index, pictures. Melbourne City Mission were a one time operator of the former Eltham Judge Book Village.230 p.ISBN 0958653208melbourne city mission, missionaries -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Archive - Notes from a personal history - K. S. Anderson, n.d
... Notes from a personal history - K. S. Anderson ...8 pages of handwirtten notes - 'My Personal History' from a spiral back notebook. Held together with 2 sewing pins. Some military notes attached with safety pins. Envelope for the above.k s anderson collection, personal history -
Mont De LanceyBook, R.H. Kinvig, M.A, A History of the Isle of Man, 1950
... A History of the Isle of Man ...The author, Professor of Geography at the University of Birmingham R.H. Kinvid, M.A. published this new edition of the history of The Isle of Man in 1950, six years after the first edition, to include fresh discoveries that have been made, particularly in the archaeological field, and of the important political developments that have taken place in recent years. Some changes have also been made in the maps and other illustrations.A navy blue hardcover book with a grey dust jacket covered in library style plastic sleeving.The title: A History of the Isle of man is printed in black lettering at the top of the front cover with the author, R.H. Kinvig, M.A. underneath. A black outline of an ancient vessel is illustrated too. On the spine is written the title, author and 7s 6p. Throughout the book there are black and white photographs and illustrations. On the back cover is a circle with three legs wearing trousers and boots with the words: ICERIS STABIT QUOCUNIQUE around the edges of the legs inside the circle. Pp. 180 non-fictionThe author, Professor of Geography at the University of Birmingham R.H. Kinvid, M.A. published this new edition of the history of The Isle of Man in 1950, six years after the first edition, to include fresh discoveries that have been made, particularly in the archaeological field, and of the important political developments that have taken place in recent years. Some changes have also been made in the maps and other illustrations.history, isle of man, ancient history -
![A History of Victoria / [by] Geoffrey Blainey](/media/collectors/550653872162f11fb04854aa/items/5ed04756dcf9cd08346b8e7a/item-media/5ed0486bdcf9cd08346b908e/item-fit-380x285.jpg)
Kew Historical Society IncBook - Brown Gouge clothes brush, Cambridge University Press, A History of Victoria, 2006
... A History of Victoria ...Originally published as 'Our side of the country' in 1984 and in 1992. "For this third edition there has been extensive rewriting"--Preface. Includes bibliographical references and index.Port Melbourne, Vic. : Cambridge University Press, 2006 viii, 304 p. : maps ; 22 cm. non-fictionOriginally published as 'Our side of the country' in 1984 and in 1992. "For this third edition there has been extensive rewriting"--Preface. Includes bibliographical references and index.victoria -- history., victoria -- social life and customs. -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Book, Geoffrey Blainey, A History of Camberwell, 1980
... A History of Camberwell ...104p., [20]p. of plates : ill., map, ports. ; 22cm.non-fictioncamberwell (vic.) -- history, victoria -- camberwell. -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Book, Geoffrey Blainey, A History of Camberwell, 1964
... A History of Camberwell ...104p., [20]p. of plates : ill., map, ports. ; 22cm.non-fictioncamberwell (vic.) -- history, victoria -- camberwell. -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Book, Dorothy Rogers, A History of Kew, 1973
... A History of Kew ...xvi,256p. : maps on lining papers, plates, tables ; 24cm. non-fictionkew (vic.) -- history., melbourne -- kew 1840-1972 -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Book, Dorothy Rogers, A History of Kew, 1973
... A History of Kew ...xvi ,256p. : maps on lining papers, plates, tables ; 24cm. non-fictionkew (vic.) -- history., melbourne -- kew 1840-1972
