Devy Erlih, Town Hall, Bendigo, The Australian Broadcasting Commission presents Final Concert in the International Celebrity Concert Series. Devy Erlih-Violinist, Raymond Lambert-Piano. Thursday, 22nd October 1959, 8pm. Article with photograph about Devy Erlih. Erlih is 30, born in Paris and studied at Paris national Conservatory of Music. Established an international status at a young age.1956 engaged in international concerts. 1955 won first prize in the international Margurite Long-Jacques Thibaud competition. Concerts in Japan.1956 won the French Record Academy prize. Concert in Vienna. Bartok Concert with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra at Strasbourg International Festival of a concerto dedicated to him by Pierre Max Dubois. . . Article with photograph on Raymond Lambert. Lambert has made the full Commonwealth tour with some of the A.B.C.'s. most outstanding visiting artists, including Australian signers as well as several from overseas. Inherited voice of chamber music from his father, the late Edouard Lambert. He first toured Australia with his father. Australian tour 1952. Tour Europe and America in 1953 and 1955. Australia 1956.Accompaist for Mattiwilda Dobbs . . . Programme. Analytical Notes. News; of Music and Musicians. Advertisements: Philips, The Ace of Clubs, Barossa Pearl. The Australian Broadcasting Commission, Sir Richard Boyer, K.B.E., M.A., Chairman. E R Dawes, SEQ., C.M.G., - Vice Chairman. Sir John Medley, KT., D.C.L., LL.D., M.A. The Hon. Dame Enid Lyons, G.B.E. Mrs. G.L. Blyth, O.B.E., B.A. A G Lowndes, M.SC. HB Halvorsen, F.C.A., F.C.I.S. Charles Moses, C.B.E. General Manager. Ewart Chapple, Manager for Victoria. Ray Humphrey, Concert Manager for Victoria.entertainment, music, classical

Note dated July 16th, 1877, from R. Weyland to Mr. Rowe asking Mr. Rowe to send his mother an answer to her letter.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, mr rowe, r weyland

Original of an instruction and notice that the City of Ballaarat approved the operation of the BTPS in Wendouree Parade from 6pm on 24/12/1974. Signed by Clyde Croft - then Secretary. Also instructs that all trams bound for Carlton St. must stop at depot junction. Notes that first tram ran out at 6pm was tram 26. In very poor condition. On BTPS letterhead, with words "Ballarat Tourist Tramway" along bottom edge. All in green ink. A stamp in black ink "LATE" has been stamped alongside the Secretary's name. Document signed by the Secretary.trams, tramways, btps, operations, city of ballaarat, opening

Note from William H. Nicholas to Court King of the Forest giving notice that he has removed his residence to the White Hills. Signed by Wiliam H. Nicholas and dated October 9/66.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, william h nicholas

Note from C. Smith referring to petty cash expended during Quarter ending Oct 3. Signed by C. Smith and dated Oct 1866.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, commercial hotel, court king of the forest, c smith

Note dated October 8/66 mentioning that he has removed his family to the White Hills, and he wished to have the attendance of the Court Surgeon of Court Royal Oak which he intended applying for under law 47. Signed William H. Nicholas.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, court royal oak, william h nicholas

Documents: Manilla folder - licences to treat tailings with various plans and notes attached. Various notes - tailings licences Central Nell Gwynne and Monument Hill. Plans for areas applied for on leases 10852, 10166,10423,10238. Plans - area applied for tailings licence applications for leases/water right licences. Prospectus Nell Gwynne(BML) Mines N/L. Various notes relating to above Monument Hill Consol. Battery sites and water right licence.MCCOLL RANKIN & STANISTREETbusiness, gold mining, mccoll rankin & stanistreet, monument hill gold mine, battery, water right

BHS CollectionContract of sale of land dated 29th November, 1950 between Miss H. Barrass (vendor) and Mrs. M. Speer (purchaser). Property: lots 3 and 4 on plan of subdivision made by Alwyn Ernest Pritchard Licensed Surveyor dated the 19th of October, 1950 and being part of Crown allotment 230, 231, 232, 233 and 125 section H, Parish of Sandhurst City of Bendigo. Price: 3,700 pounds. Attached 8 hand written notes.organization, business, h.a. & s.r wilkinson real estate

Document - "Ferodo brake shoes" - dated 26/1/1968 advising that as of 29/1/1968 a start will be made to fitting non-metallic (Ferodo) brake shoes to wide-body trams at Malvern Depot. Notes that Preston and North Fitzroy Trams have had them fitted since 4/1967. Provides information about their characteristics and changeover as cast iron shoes wear out. Second document issued to Kew Depot, dated 11/1/1968, signed by J Ritchie Acting Traffic Manager. Third set of documents about the introduction to South Melbourne, Glen Huntly, Camberwell, Brunswick, Essendon and Malvern Depots.Yields information about the timing of the fitting of a different type of brake shoe on trams that were a lot more effective than cast iron and their background history.Set of 3 Documents - single foolscap sheet with two punched holes on left side. Second copy, quarto sheet has a piece of paper glue to the base of the sheet.tramways, trams, ferodo brakes shoes, brakes

This is a report prepared by the Director of the Royal Australian Survey Corps Brigadier L Fitzgerald OBE, FIS Aust for presentation at the Institution of Surveyors, Australia, 6th Survey Conference held in Adelaide in March 1962. This document mentions the beginning of mapping in 1907 in the Australian Intelligence Corps and how the Survey Corps was formed in 1915. The story continues until 1962. A full copy of the report is attached as a video in .mp4 format.14 x page typed foolscap size paper report, stapled and 4 x hole punched. Each page has been photographed at 200dpi and saved in .jpg format. The complete set of these .jpg pages have then been combined into a video in ,mp4 format. The Video is 1.34Mb in size and runs for 2:48 min 48.Some handwritten notes next to some paragraphs by an unknown author.royal australian survey corps, rasvy, fortuna, army survey regiment, army svy regt, asr

White A4 2-ring binder compiled by Ringwood and District Historical Society Project Team containing photocopies and printouts of Certificates of Title and other reference documents for preparation of subsequent heritage assessment reports.

Green plastic binder with a metal clip containing five plastic sheet folders, with notes for "Public Transport Challenge - Final - Friday 2 June 2006", commencing at the Town Hall. Produced by Environment Victoria and Metlink. Contains instructions, how the challenge works, rules, tips, safety, how to use the Metcard and First Aid. Has a map with checkpoint information and questions to be answered while participating.trams, tramways, metlink, public transport, events, competition

Set of papers involved with the organisation and planning for the "Moomba 2002 - Vintage Tram Parade" held in Swanston St 11 March 2002. .1 - Colour A4 pamphlet for the programme on the day - "Melbourne Moomba Trams on Parade" and the street party that followed. Gives the order of appearance of the participants and the trams. (Two copies held) .2 - E-Mail from Gavin Tippett to Lindsay Rickard giving the arrangement of the trams in the Preston Workshops yard for the event - dated 8/3/2002. .3 - Order of trams in St Kilda Road and timing of the event and gives names of drivers. .4 - Driver's Briefing Notes with background documents (7 A4 sheets stapled) .5 - Notice to Employees - M>Tram, to fleet control - 7/3/2002. .6 - Two page listing tram drivers and various management notes. .7 - Set of notes regarding the briefing of drivers who were going to be involved in the parade.trams, tramways, moomba, m>tram, parades

Four page research report, A4 sheets stapled in the top left hand corner, titled "Swanston Trams / Malvern Depot" giving details of the history of Malvern Depot and its tram routes. Produced in 1988 under the banner of Swanston Trams. Describes routes 5 (Malvern Burke Road), 6 (Glen Iris), 8 (Toorak), 16 ( St Kilda Beach), 69 (Kew Cotham Road), 72 (Camberwell), and the main problems from a safety view for each of the routes. Two copies held.trams, tramways, swanston trams, malvern depot, routes

Two A4 sheets stapled titled "Key Dates - Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust" and PMTT Map on page 2 giving opening dates , and other important dates for the Trust. Has the PMTT logo, reproduction of a painting of No. 26 by Graham Lee and two PMTT drawings of a single truck 4 wheel tram and a Maximum Traction bogie tram. Map shows the railway lines, cable lines, PMTT lines and HTT lines.trams, tramways, pmtt, history, opening, htt, kew

This is the fourth of four documents compiled by Alf Twentyman about the history of Melbourne cable trams. Lists cars (trailer and grips) observed 1917 and 1918 and other notes. Alf's notes on Physics remain in the book, though not scanned.Demonstrates the recording and drawing work of Alf Twentyman and his notes.Exercise book - printed for Scotch College, ruled in a graph paper format - 40 pages with red card covers.Has been used for Physics lessons tramways, cable trams, alf twentyman, history, records

Document, Program, Music Advancement Society Bendigo, 'The King's Singers'', Musica Viva Australia. Program notes supplied by ''The King's Singers''.C 1970'sprogram, theatre, music, music advancement society bendigo, presents ''the king's singers''.

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This photo collection belonged to Bob Hymans and primarily documents the building of his chalet, Grand Coeur.This album is significant because it documents the building of an important chalet at Falls Creek and the work of one of its pioneers.A sketch map and notes written in blue inkbob hymans, grand coeur chalet, falls creek pioneers

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A handwritten letter from Bob Hymans to the Management Committee requesting a hearing to discuss his future plans.TRANSCRIPT Dear Sirs, I am taking the liberty herewith to make an application to get a hearing from your committee for the establishment of a ski hire and repair centre and a year-round operating restaurant-general store and postal facilities at Falls Creek. I would like to get the opportunity to have my representations heard by your Committee and remain Yours faithfullyfalls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A note, probably a draft of a letter, discussing plans by Bob Hymans to convert his annexe to be officially registered as a boarding house. The issue has been discussed with the Health Inspector at Bright. Necessary modifications before the start of the next season. He was seeking permission to have up to 5 lodgers stay during the current year, with further changes to be made for further expansion to satisfy Health Department requirements. Mr. Hymans was asking the Management Committee for support by putting this recommendation to the State Electricity Commission.falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it reflects the relationship between Bob Hymans and the Management Committee.A note from Bob Hymans to the management committee reporting the change in name of his flats in Falls Creek.Transcript to Manager FCTAMC Copy 24/9/68 I beg to inform you that a change of name has taken place with regard to site 4A Grand Coeur Flats. These flats should now be know as Southern Cross Flats Enclosed please find the certificate (which I would like back. Kindly eventually if not needed by you). If not needed by you kindly return eventually The section in brackets had been crossed out.falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents actions taken by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee in their role overseeing the Tourist Area.A handwritten note from Jack Andrew acknowledged the change of name of Site 4A to 'Southern Cross Flats". The Certificate of Registration was enclosed.TRANSCRIPT Dear Bob Thank you for your advice regarding change of name of site 4A buildings to “Southern Cross Flats”. Returned herewith is the Certificate of Registration in this connection. Regards Jack Andrewfalls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A brief note to the Management Committee accompanying plans to extend the chalet. The reason given for the extension was to create bedrooms with connecting bathrooms.falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.Two unsigned handwritten notes related to signs and developments on SIte 4A at Falls Creek leased by Bob HymansTranscript: Copy keep 22/6/66 I beg to inform you that it is my intention to erect a sign advertising my business. It will be manufactured by a plastic sign firm, be positioned under the eaves of the Four Seasons Chalet and lit you by night. Yours faithfully ________________________________________ I am taking the liberty herewith to I apply for your permission to erect a Ladies Hairdressing Salon on Site 4A Yours faithfully.falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, plan for ladies hairdressing salon

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A brief note from Mr. Hymans stating that he intends to install a swimming pool on Site 4. It is written on STRAMIT BOARDS & SPEED DECK note paper.falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents actions taken by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee in their role overseeing the Tourist Area.A circular from the Management Committee indicating changes made to the timeline for submission of plans for new building at Falls Creek. As all sites in the Tourist Area had virtually been allocated, it had been decided to bring forward the latest date for the submission of final working drawings end specifications to 30th June, 1983, for those wishing to build or alterations and additions during the summer of 1963-61. Someone had written a note on the circular drawing it to Bob Hymans' attention.falls creek tourist area management committee, hymans' hotel plans, falls creek development

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob’s endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today. 6 sheets of handwritten notes recording cost estimates for different stages of Mr Hymans' plans for a new chalet on Site 4, Christie Street, Falls Creek.falls creek tourist area management committee, bob hymans, falls creek administration

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents proposals put forward by Bob Hymans to develop facilities in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A typed report of aspects of Bob Hymans' application for a lease of land to establish a new hotel at Falls Creek. The document has some works underlined and handwritten notes added.falls creek tourist area management committee, hymans' hotel plans, falls creek development

Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30thSeptember 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it reflects the relationship between Bob Hymans and the Management Committee.Two handwritten notes by Bob Hymans. The first one, dated 10th April 1961, states that he has decided not to operate his Chairlift in the coming season. The second note, dated 13th April 1961, states that arrangements have been made to have Grand Coeur Chalet completed in good time.falls creek tourist area management committee, parking requirements 1961

Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This document is significant because it documents the Rules of Falls Creek Tourist Area Regulations and compliance issues.A circular from the Management Committee containing details regulations and vehicle specifications related to the use of Oversnow Transport Vehicle, wither private or commercial operators. Handwritten notes have been added beside several paragraphs.falls creek tourist area management committee, local area regulations falls creek, over-snow transport regulations falls creek