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Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN PTS 97 1981
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.NDSN School 97 PTS 2.2 97 1981 Nurse checking a thermometer Debra Hyatt (Echuca student).8593.12 NDSN PTS 97 2.2 1981 Debra Hyatt (Echuca Student)ndsn, nursing -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN PTS 97 1981
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.NDSN School 97 PTS 2.2 97 1981 Nurses in yellow uniforms in the garden at Lister House. Three nurses (L to R) Elizabeth White, Mary Spedding & Kerry Langley.NDSN 8593.13 PTS 97 2.2 1981 Three nurses (L to R) Elizabeth White, Mary Spedding & Kerry Langley.ndsn, nursing -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN PTS 98 Group 1
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.NDSN School 98 Group 1 30 student nurses, 24 females and 6 male nurses. Photo outside Lister House Bendigo.8593.14a PTS 98ndsn, nursing -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN PTS 98 Group 2
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.NDSN School 98 Group 1 30 student nurses, 29 females and 1 male nurses. Photo outside Lister House Bendigo. Two colour copies.ndsn, nursing -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Myra Nichlson - 112 years of quietly helping the needy, 2007
Australia's oldest person, Myra Nicholson, died aged 112.Australia's oldest person, Myra Nicholson, died aged 112. Born 14 December 1894, she died 20 September 2007 at Coronella Nursing Home in BlackburnAustralia's oldest person, Myra Nicholson, died aged 112.nicholson, myra, coronella retirement village -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, WW2, 1944
Helen Nall enlisted in the RAAF No 500602 on 1.11.1944 age 23 years. Discharged with the rank of Sister on 21.4.1946 serving in No 6 RAAF Hospital.Black & white portrait of Helen NALL RAAF Member WWII. Lady is wearing a dark uniform jacket, tie, light shirt with RAAF pattern, broad brimmed hat with light shade badges in front.Rear: “1944 Sister Helen Nall No 500602 RAAF Nursing Service. Rank - Flying Officer. Now Helen MAYOR, 7 Bancroft St Bendigo 3550”photographs, raaf, nursing -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Trip Back in Time", 10/08/2002 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping in full colour from The Courier Ballarat, 10/8/2002 titled "Trip back in time" about Ballarat District Nursing and Healthcare celebrating its 90th anniversary of operations in Ballarat. Features a photograph of District Nurse Rhonda Kempton on the foot step of Tram 33, and holding a bicycle. (Photo reference 100802iw13a Photo taken by the Courier on 8/8/2002 during a afternoon charter by the Nursing service. Tram has the "Trotting Bray Raceway Friday Night" sign on the front of the tram. charters, district nurses, nursing -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Oldest Aussie dies at 114, 2002
Christina Cock, Australia's oldest person died at 114.Christina Cock, Australia's oldest person died at 114. Christina is believed to be the world's second oldest person. She died in a Melbourne Nursing Home on Wednesday 22 May 2002.Christina Cock, Australia's oldest person died at 114.cock, christina, obituaries -
Clunes Museum
Book, FIRST PUBLISHED THE FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE BENDIGO, THE LAMP STILL BURNS, 1989
IN A NURSING CAREER SPANNING ALMOST FIFTY YEARS (1936-1981) ISABEL "SPARK" GILL WAS AT THE CENTRE OF IT ALL..1 TANGERINE HARDCOVER COLOURED BOOK COVER, DUSTCOVER WITH IMAGE OF AUTHOR IN NURSING UNIFORM, CREAM COLOURED BACKGROUND. SIGNED BY AUTHOR 187 PAGES .2 TANGERINE PAPERBACK 187 PAGES non-fictionIN A NURSING CAREER SPANNING ALMOST FIFTY YEARS (1936-1981) ISABEL "SPARK" GILL WAS AT THE CENTRE OF IT ALL.local history, book, autobiography, gill, isabell spark -
Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation
Australian Nursing Federation International Nurses Day badge, 2002
Circular yellow and blue badge. Silver metal, plastic-coated, with safety pin fastener adhered to back. Badge printed with a blue ANF [Australian Nursing Federation] logo, the blue text 'International Nurses Day', '12 May 2002', and 'Celebrating Nursing'.nursing, nurses, international nurses day, 12 may 2002, badges, buttons, pins, celebration, australian nursing federation, victoria -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph, Sister Moore, Colonel Tackeberry and Sister Melrose, Original 1942, copy 1989
WW2 Internment Camp 1, Tatura. Army staff and Nursing staff. Camp 1 Tatura, Sister Beatrice Moore on left, Colonel Tackeberry, OIC and Sister Melrose on right. Foam backed copy in file.Black and white photograph of 2 nursing sisters standing each side of a man in officers uniform. Fence post to right of photograph. Trees in distant background.a.a.n.s., sister moore, sister melrose, colonel tackeberry, internement camps, army staff -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Photographs, Fuji Film, 2010
The original hospital was built in 1924 and the new building opened in 1962. It was closed after not being able to receive funding from State and Federal Governments. It's doors closed on January 31st 2008. A section of the hospital was run as a Nursing Home which opened in 1980. That too is closed. The "old" Cowes Medical Centre building is used for auxiliary medical services.Four coloured photographs of the Warley Hospital, Nursing Home and "old" Cowes Medical Centre, with a For Sale board showing "sold". warley hospital, carrol ryan -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photographs – Photographs of staff from Tawonga District General Hospital & Alpine Health – Set of 13 colour photographs
In the early stages of the Kiewa Hydro-Electric Scheme the State Electricity Commission took over the financial and construction responsibility of the Tawonga District General Hospital building at a cost of 27,000 pounds. This included the removal and re-erection of the ex-military Bonegilla ward from Wodonga while in addition they carried out all the necessary building works that allowed the hospital to operate as a functional unit. The work was completed and handed over to the Hospital Committee of Management on September 1, 1949. Local residents raised 3,400 pounds through fund raising. The balance was met by the SEC and the Hospital and Charities Commission. The initial project was to provide for a basic temporary hospital which was later to include an Operating Theatre, Offices, Store, Mortuary and a Nurse’s Home, until the establishment of a permanent medical premises. Following the opening, 455 patients were admitted to the Tawonga District General Hospital and 254 operations were performed in the first year. The hospital relocated to Mount Beauty in the former SEC administration offices located in the town centre. Official opening of the 18 bed Tawonga District General Hospital on April 29 in 1961. Kiewa Valley House nursing home was officially opened on March 6th, 1985, with a new lounge extension opening in May, 1993. Prior to this, residents had to travel to Beechworth, Wangaratta or Wodonga for care. The old weatherboard building was demolished around the late 1900’s to early 2000’s and replaced with a new modern brick building. Alpine Health CEO Mr Lyndon Seys oversaw the opening of the new Mount Beauty Hospital in November 2001 alongside Board of Management President Mr Andrew Randell, other board members and politicians.The Kiewa Hydro-Electric Scheme the State Electricity Commission played a pivotal part in the planning and initial funding of the Tawonga District General Hospital, with a view to providing medical support for its many workers on the Hydro scheme. Later, spouse and family members of workers were also able to access medical assistance. Many SEC workers and their families have received high medical care at Tawonga District General Hospital and Alpine Health and/or as residents of Kiewa Valley House over the years. A number of family members of SECV workers as well as other dedicated staff have provided high quality medical attention and support in all three facilities as nursing staff, support staff and volunteers. Many past staff members and their families still remain living in the Kiewa Valley area Set of 13 colour photographs of past nursing staff and support staff from Tawonga District General Hospital, Kiewa Valley House & Alpine Health 1. Marg Hickey, Barbara Clark & Margaret Ranton 2. Cheryl Clutterbuck & Rosemary Forrest 3. Margaret Ranton 4. Margaret Ranton holding unknown infant 5. Gwen Goss 6. Barbara Clark & Margaret Ranton 7. Margaret Ranton, Sue Zeinert & Jenny Piera 8. Margaret Ranton, Gloria Ryder & Jenny Piera 9. Sue Wesley, Ruth Barton, Margaret Ranton, Rosemary Forrest & Nola Henry 10. F Bogaski & H Sigmund 11. Maintenance Supervisor H Sigmund 12. Gardener Fred Keat & Handyman Joe Trezise (1977) 13. Nursing staff in new hospital 1-9 No markings 10 F Bogaski & H Sigmund 11. Maintenance Supervisor H Sigmund 12. Gardener Fred Keat & Handyman Joe Trezise (1977) 13. Nursing staff in new hospital tawonga district general hospital, kiewa valley house, alpine health -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Negative - Lecture theatre opening
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.Two photographic negatives of the Lecture Theatre opening NDSN lunch - all staff. NDSN Lecture Theatre opening NDSN lunch - all staff.ndsn, nursing, uniforms -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Nursing staff outside Lister house
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.Group of NDSN staff/tutors outside Lister House. Additional information on 4/3/2019 (by Jay Bourke): Peg Donahue(tutor) 2nd from R Win Stock (tutor) 4th from R. NDSN Lecture Theatre opening NDSN lunch - all staff.ndsn, nursing, uniforms -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Nursing staff "Eurella"
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.Three (unnamed) off duty nurses relax on the cast-iron lace verandah of "Eurella", the NDSN school's first hostel, View StreetOff duty nurses relax find time for a chat on the cast-iron lace verandah of "Eurella", the NDSN school's first hostel, View Street (late 1950s). Opposite Barkly Street.ndsn, nursing, uniforms -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Nursing staff outside "Mayfort"
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.Three (unnamed) nurses outside "Mayfort", Nurse's accommodation Wattle Street, Bwendigo, the NDSN school's first hostel, View Street. Colour photograph. Mayfort - nurse's accommodation for trainees during P.T.S. intakes.Mayfort, Wattle Streetndsn, nursing, uniforms -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Lister House buildings
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.Colour photograph of NDSN Lister House buildings on Rohan Street, 1960s.ndsn, nursing, lister house facilities -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN Lister House buildings
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.B&W photograph of NDSN Lister House buildings on Rohan Street, 1960s. Three photographs.Circa 1960s in blue birondsn, nursing, lister house buildings -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN Lister House buildings
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.B&W photograph of north side of NDSN Lister House buildings on Rohan Street, 1960s.ndsn, nursing, lister house buildings -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN Lister dining room
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.NDSN B&W photograph of external view of newly completed Dining Room, circa 1962.Completed Dining Room (started building 1956) ndsn, nursing, lister house buildings -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NDSN Graduation Mildura May 1965
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.B&W photograph NDSN Graduation May 1965. (L to R) Margot Scott, Rachel Wilson (Matron Mildura) & Janene Grelis.Completed Dining Room (started building 1956) ndsn, nursing, graduation may 1965 -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - Two postcards ivy-clad Lister House
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.B&W postcards of Lister House when it was Girton CollegeDonated by Miss M. Bush (former pupil of Girton College)ndsn, nursing, girton college -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Two typed pages of memories of attending the NDSN nursing course at Lister House Bendigo by Heather Roberts (nee Campbell); PTS 15 (commenced 1952)
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. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Heather Roberts (nee Campbell); PTS 15 (commenced 1952). Heather commenced work at Bendigo Base Hospital. Two typed pages of memories of attending the NDSN nursing course by Heather Roberts (nee Campbell); PTS 15 (commenced 1952). Heather commenced work at Bendigo Base Hospital. Envelope attached.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind" -
Canterbury History Group
Photograph - Garden of "Roquebrune" corner of Canterbury Road and Gascoyne Street Canterbury, c1920
"Roquebrune" built in 1912 or 1914 by G.H.Tarrrant and demolished in 1971 to make way for the Baptist Nursing Home on the corner of Canterbury Road and Gascoyne Street Canterbury. Now apartmentsGarden and side of the house "Roquebrune" built in 1912 or 1914 by G.H.Tarrrant and demolished in 1971 to make way for the Baptist Nursing Home on the corner of Canterbury Road and Gascoyne Street Canterbury. Now apartmentscanterbury, canterbury road, gascoyne street, roquebrune, edwardian style, baptist nursing home, aged people, nursing homes, garden -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Photographs, 30/11/2009
This is a collection of 12 coloured photographs of the Warley Hospital and Nursing home donated by Meg Davis. In 1923 the Warley Hospital was established in a house purchased by Mr Thompson. The new hospital was built in 1962 and the Nursing Home Annex was added in the mid 1970's. The Hospital was closed January 31st 2008.Colour Photograph 1 Cyprus Tree in grounds of the Warley Hospital with Plaque mounted on Granite plinth at base. Colour Photograph 2 Warley Avenue Cowes, Phillip Island with trees lining the street. Colour Photograph 3 Plaque mounted on Granite plinth stating "This tree was planted at the Diamond Jubilee Celebration 4-12-1983 by Mr Peter J Berwick, President Victorian Bush Nursing Association" Colour Photograph 4 Warley Avenue Street Sign mounted on concrete pole. Colour Photograph 5 Warley Hospital driveway alongside front entrance. Colour Photograph 6 Warley Hospital with "Expressions of Interest" Sign in foreground with SOLD across the sign. Colour Photograph 7 Warley Hospital Nursing Home. Colour Photograph 8 Warley Hospital front view with garage underneath. Colour Photograph 9 Warley Hospital Nursing Home. Colour Photograph 10 Warley Hospital front close up view of garage entrance and Nursing home to the right in the background. Colour Photograph 11 Warley Hospital Main Entrance. Colour Photograph 12 Warley Hospital original Medical Centre - now Consulting Rooms. warley hospital cowes phillip island, hospitals, warley nursing home cowes phillip island, warley avenue cowes phillip island, meg davis -
South West Healthcare
Psychiatric Nursing Badge, Nurse Badges
Metal brooch with pin fastener.Face: "PSYCHIATRIC NURSING"nurse badges, psychiatric nursing, mental health service -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - HINTS AND HELPS FOR HOME NURSING AND HYGIENCE
A small book titled ' Hints and Helps for Home Nursing and Hygiene.' By E. MacDowel Cosgrave. Revised 1908. London : The St. John Ambulance Association, St. John's Gate, Clerkenwell, E.C. 177 pgs. (ill). Nursing notes written in grey lead in book.E. MacDowell Cosgrovemedical, the st. john ambulance association, medicine, health, care, hygiene, medical, sciences, nursing, biology, book, books -
Royal District Nursing Service (now known as Bolton Clarke)
Document, black and white, c.1957
In 1957 the 'Incorporation of the Melbourne District Nursing Service' (MDNS) was authorized on the 5th of March 1957. On the 22nd of October 1957 the 'Closure of the Melbourne District Nursing Society' was authorized. The Melbourne District Nursing Society (MDNS) was founded in February 1885 and in 1926 opened the After-Care Home. The name of the Society then became the Melbourne District Nursing Society and After-Care Home until 1935 when the word 'Home' was replaced with the word 'Hospital'. In 1957 the two bodies separated and the 'Incorporation of the Melbourne District Nursing Service' (MDNS) was authorized on the 5th of March 1957. On the 22nd of October 1957 the 'Closure of the Melbourne District Nursing Society' was authorized. The name Melbourne District Nursing Service continued to be used until 1966 when Royal patronage was granted and it became the Royal District Nursing Service (RDNS).Black and white document - 'Closure of the Melbourne District Nursing Society'. The document commences 'Hospital and Charities Act 1948 (No. 5300); then follows the names of those present being the Lieutenant Governor of Victoria and five other men. The body of the document contains twenty-three lines and finishes with 'A. Mahlstedt Clerk of the Executive Council'melbourne district nursing society, mdns, after-care home, after- care hospital, melbourne district nursing service, royal district nursing service, closure of mdn society, rdns -
Royal District Nursing Service (now known as Bolton Clarke)
Photograph - Photograph, black and white, c.1929
This is a photographic record of Matron Beatrice Williams and the Trained nurses, (Sisters), of the District Nursing division of the Melbourne District Nursing Society who worked in the community give nursing care to patient's in their homes. Their uniforms are grey and the Maltese cross on the Sisters hats is red.From its earliest years when Melbourne District Nursing Society (MDNS) began to wear uniforms the chosen colour was grey, though the style changed throughout the years as fashions changed from the late 1800s through to the 1970s. The Trained nurses (Nurses), firstly wore long grey frocks and a white cap with a long white tail hanging from the centre back. When bicycles were introduced in 1903 the headgear changed to a white pith helmet adorned with a red Maltese cross in the centre front. This was held on with a veil going over the hat and tied under the chin. Over the years there were complaints that the veils became wet in the rain and they asked for a change of uniform, but this did not happen until 1921. Later the Nurses complained their skirts became wet when riding their bicycles in the rain and asked, when raining, to be able to wear breeches and gaiters. This was granted provided they wore aprons when attending patients. It was not long before the uniform changed to a shorter length grey frock, red cardigan, grey coat and grey brimmed hat; later changed to a peaked grey hat. In 1966 MDNS were granted Royal patronage. Now as Royal District Nursing Service, RDNS, the uniform was redesigned and colour changed in 1971. By 1972 the Trained nurses (Sisters) were wearing the new winter uniform of a blue/grey skivvie under a V neck tunic style frock made of blue/grey herringbone winter material with the RDNS insignia on the upper left, and a beret of the same material. In summer the uniform became a royal blue V neck tunic style frock, with the RDNS insignia on the upper left, worn over a short sleeve white blouse. A royal blue peaked hat with the RDNS insignia in the centre front was worn at first and then only worn on official occasions. This uniform was worn until changed to a corporate style in the mid 1980s,Black and white photograph of Matron Beatrice Williams wearing a white uniform and veil, with a group of twelve Melbourne District Nursing Society (MDNS) trained nurses (Sisters) wearing their calf length uniforms of grey coats, and grey brimmed hats with pale grey hat band with central Maltese cross, standing in the garden of the MDNS After-Care home.No. 8526 on rear of photographmelbourne district nursing society, mdns, mdns uniforms, rdns, royal district nursing service, mdns matron, miss beatrice mary williams