Darwin was bombed by Japanese fighter bombers from Feb 1942 until Nov 1943. On 19 February 1942 Darwin itself was bombed. Japanese fighters and bombers attacked the port and shipping in the harbour twice during the day, killing 252 Allied service personnel and civilians. On 3 March Broome, in Western Australia, was strafed. In succeeding months air attacks were made on many towns in northern Australia including Wyndham, Port Hedland and Derby in Western Australia, Darwin and Katherine in the Northern Territory, Townsville and Mossman in Queensland, and Horn Island in the Torres Strait. Despite popular fears these raids were not the precursor to an invasion but they did serve to interrupt the use of Darwin's port facilities. The raids also tied up anti aircraft defences and air force units that would have otherwise been sent to more forward areas. The Bombing of Darwin www.awm.gov.auFolded metal to cover a match box top and bottom and one side. Would leave one side of the box exposed to strike a match. Lettering on top and bottom created by letter punchFront: Zero Mitsubishi Fighter Shot down over Darwin 19/2/1942 Back: From Frank to Dad.ww2, souvenir, darwin

Found on a wood heap near the tractor shed. Only the top portion remains. The former fixture is the tapered top section of the wooden flagpole that formerly stood at the front of the head keepers quarters. There is a hole with attached metal pulley near the top which allowed for hoisting the flags to signal passing ships. Signal flags were hoisted on the flagpole and were used to communicate with passing shipping. Messages were then relayed by the overland telegraph line to Eden. Remains of black paint provide evidence of the blackout measures implemented during World War 11. The pole is currently fixed to a stand to allow for its display.The pole remnant has second level significance for its historic value and provenance.Top sction of a flagpole. At the top it is tapered and fashioned into a square section. Near the top of the pole is a hole with a metal pulley inside. There is black and white paint flaking off leaving bare wood.

Black and white photograph of the steamer Gippsland leaving the Kalimna Jetty Gippsland Lakes Victoria. It shows the steep cliffs of Jemmys Point Bullock Island and entrance in the background. Lakes Entrance VictoriaKalimna Cove and Jetty Gippsland Lakesjetties, topography, ships and shipping

Black and White photograph of W5 790, Route 56, West Coburg about to leave the junction at Flemington Road and run through Royal Park. The tram shelter and cross over are in the view.On rear in ink "Melbourne Vic (1967)"trams, tramways, w5 class, royal park, flemington road, route 56, shelters, tram 790

Yields information about Ballarat No. 25 leaving the depot for Bendigo Oct. 1960.Negative and Digital images of the Wal Jack Ballarat Negative file of trams 25 leaving for Bendigo. Shows Yellow Express Mack prime mover GPU 328 with Ballarat Tram No. 25 loaded and leaving the depot. Tram has destination box removed. Also the process of fitting the dash canopy lighting had commenced, with the small white stripe painted under the windows. Also would appear trolley pole base has been removed. Taken 6/10/1960. See also Reg Item 1478 - this is a different image and 7763i for Bendigo 1 in the depot and 7766 for the truck leaving. See Reg Items 1478, 5241, 5242, 7759 and 7766 for a series of 5 photos of this event.trams, tramways, yellow express, transporting trams, moving trams, bendigo, tram 25

Black and white photograph of SEC Tram 37 in Wendouree Parade just after leaving the Haddon St. Loop, running empty into the City after leaving the depot. Tram showing SPECIAL and has SEC Roof Ad "Every things under control in my all electric kitchen" Photo by Dave Macartney - 23/12/1967. Photocopy made 4/1999 for display purposes. 2nd print added August 2000 - 127H x 177W.2nd copy - has in red ink "37 Haddon St. 23-12-67" / "Keystone Ballarat" and "Neg 1467-5" in corners.trams, tramways, wendouree parade, haddon st., special workings, tram 37

BHS CollectionDiggers & Mining. Diggers and miners. The rush might be small or big; it might last for a couple of months, of for years. Eventually, as the yields from near-the-surface deposits declined, diggers would leave the field. Generally a field declined in importance gradually; but, if reports of another rich diggings began to circulate, thousands might leave a field in a few days - as they left Fiery Creek (Beaufort) for Ararat in 1857. Markings: 20 994:LIF I. Used as a teaching aid.hanimounteducation, tertiary, goldfields

James Worland Mills No 3441 59th Batt AIF. Refer 169P.Items relating to J.W.Mills. .1) Return ticket from London No 4242. .2) Leave Pass - British Armies in France No 91724. .3) BB form No 10, Record of his service from his War records. .4) Permission - Leave of Absence dated 12th June 1919. .5) Note - Permission to be in Cologne from 21/6/19 to 23/6/19 .6) Certificate of Discharge from the AIF with details of his servicemilitary history, documents-certificates

Property of former 4/19 PWLH Regiment Officers MessPresented by a former Commanding Officer of the RegimentEngraved silver plated cup with 2 handles. Flared top with embossed floral design around rim.Presented to 4/19 PWLH Officers Mess by Lt Col J W Hoskin ED on leaving the Regiment 20 June 81trophy, cup, officers mess, hoskin

Soft cover bound book of 40 pages.Cover includes an image of a painting by Matthias Schmid depicting Lutherans leaving Zillertal in the AustrianTyrol in 1837 after being expelled from Austria.

Postcard from WWI soldier William West (1268) of the 29 Infantry Battalion, 5th Pioneers Battalion while posted in France to his family at home.Embroidered silk postcards were first made in 1900 for the Paris Exposition. The popularity of silk postcards peaked during the First World War 1914 - 1918.They were mostly embroidered by French women in their homes and then sent to the factories for cutting and mounting on cards. Many of the cards were illustrated with patriotic symbols, flags, slogans, or sentimental texts. During the First World War, many Allied officers and soldiers based in France sent silk embroidered postcards to their loved ones back homeWhite rectangular postcard with embroidered flags. Handwritten message on back.Front: "Victory / and / Liberty" (embroidered) Back: "To Alice from Will / Best love / hope you are all well as it leave me at present / xxxxxx"wwi, postcard, embroidered postcard, carte postale

Maritime trades included making and mending nets. Netcraft skills have been taught and applied for centuries and are ongoing. Shuttles, or net needles, are used in the netting process, along with twine or cord, and a sharp knife or scissors. The twine is wound onto the shuttle and dispensed as the shuttle knots and weaves the cord to make the net. These shuttles are lightweight, compact and portable too. Nets were used on sailing ships for the crew's safety, often saving the sailor's lives in stormy seas Examples are the ship mast nets or shrouds that are wide at the base on the deck and taper to a point at the top of the mast, and railing nets that encircle the rails around the deck and prevent people and objects from rolling or falling into the sea. The shuttles were donated to Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village by the family of Doctor William Roy Angus, Surgeon and Oculist. It is part of the “W.R. Angus Collection” that includes historical medical equipment, surgical instruments and material belonging to Dr Edward Ryan and Dr Thomas Francis Ryan, (both of Nhill, Victoria) and Dr Angus’ own belongings. The Collection’s history spans the medical practices of the two Doctors Ryan, from 1885-1926 plus that of Dr Angus, until 1969. Nets were an essential part of the life-saving safety equipment on sailing vessels. The set of netting shuttles is an example of net-making tools used in the 18th to 20th centuries and continues into modern times to create and repair safety equipment. The shuttles are part of the W.R. Angus Collection, which is significant for still being located at the site it is connected with, Doctor Angus being the last Port Medical Officer in Warrnambool. Shuttles, set of three; wooden slats, one end pointed, the other a concave shape. The centre is cut-out, leaving a straight tab in the centre lengthwise. The set is part of the W.R. Angus Collection. warrnambool, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum, flagstaff hill maritime village, net making, net mending, net shuttle, net making tool, maritime trade, darning, shuttle, tool, 20th century, w.r. angus, weaving, netting shuttle, net craft, net needles, safety nets, safety equipment

See 'Bridging the Gap' p65. Grampians Road Halls Gap.Group of shops with numerous advertising signs. A woman is leaving a shop, a young girl is standing in front of her. Two cars are parked in front of shops. Gravel road. Large gum trees in the background.buildings, shops

The sea Beacon with the Abel Tasman ( ferry to Tasmania) leaving Station Pier in the background James Lauritz print of Port Melbourne, laminated (one of 18). Copies of slides produced for Port Melbourne Councillocal government - city of port melbourne, built environment, james lauritz, beacon, abel tasman, station pier

Postcard was copied from a photo copy collected by societyBlack & White copy of a Postcard showing Mitcham Railway Station with an electric train leaving the station for Melbourne. Note the Tile works in the background. Post card published by G B Carter M4803mitcham railway station, electric train

Yields information about BTPS tram 33 c1980 and its appearance at Carlton St.Black and White photograph of BTPS No. 33 at the Carlton St terminus, c1980 with a number of people leaving the tram. Tram has an Eureka Roofing tile and SEC advert along with a Twin Lakes sign. trams, tramways, carlton st, wendouree parade, btps, tram 33

Black and white photograph of SEC No. 12 passing the Titanic Bandstand after leaving Lydiard St. Photo taken after the tram has passed the photographer. Tram has Mt Pleasant destination.trams, tramways, ballarat, sturt st., titanic bandstand , tram 12

Bendigo 1950s. Bendigo Easter Fair 22/4/1957. Float is most probably the Home and Hospital for the Aged entry for the Bendigo Easter Fair Procession preparing to leave Home and Hospital for the Aged.Kodakevent, easter fair, bendigo easter fair, bendigo 1950s. easter fair 22/4/1957. float home and hospital for the aged entry bendigo easter fair procession home and hospital for the aged.

Diggers & Mining. The gold licence. The Government Camp. The fold escort leaving the Government Camp, Sandhurst. Shows the Camp and surrounding area. Markings: 47 994.LIF. 4. Used as a teaching aid.hanimounteducation, tertiary, goldfields

This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.A blue vintage car dominates the canvas in this work by Ben Zilry. We are attempting to locate the artist Ben Zilry. If you can assist please leave details via the comment box below. art, artwork, ben zilry, zilry, car, available

This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Multi-layered lino cut. We are currently looking for information on the artist Jenny Taylor. If you are able to assist with information please leave let us know via the comment box below.Signed lower right hand side 'Jenny Taylor '78'art, artwork, jenny taylor, taylor, available, printmaking

Sign - engraved brass sheet, with black lettering and lining on the outside and screw holes in each corner with the words. "Entering or leaving this Car from the WRONG SIDE is PROHIBITED / Maximum Penalty - FIVE POUNDS"trams, tramways, signs, tramcars, tramways, passengers, behaviour

Memo - Bendigo office. Stamped received 27 January, 1942. Memo re transfer to Central Nell Gwynne as purchasers and vendor Nell Gwynne (BML) re their right to leave machinery on 'this area'.bendigo, mining, south nell gwynne

Letter used to provide information on leave entitlements and payment of retiring gratuity changes to the SEC staff in 1967. Signed by the SEC Secretary and SEC logo on top. Has R. Hall's name on top.Printed letter on foolscap paper - double sided - to SEC Staff from the SEC Secretary advising staff of changes to the SEC "Wages Employees Regulations and Information" to Long Service Leave Regulations, leave entitlement, termination of employment, retiring gratuity regulations and service grant regulations. Letter dated 7 April 1967, with effect from 21st Oct. 1966. Signed by F.P.Chipperfield. Has "R.F. G. Hall" in ink on top right hand corner. Has SEC logo on top of letter.Has "R.F. G. Hall" in ink on top right hand corner.trams, tramways, sec, employees, employment forms, leave conditions

Diggers & Mining. Diggers and miners. With diggers moving from one field to another, or from the diggings to another on the same field, with 'new claims' taking to the diggings, and 'old hands' - fortunate enough to be able to leave the work, or too disheartened by failure to continue it - leaving them, the diggings population was in constant state of flux. Through the gold rush, the gullies and the rough bush tracks of Victoria were constantly being transverse by the diggers - - - Markings: 38 994:LIF I. Used as a teaching aid.hanimounteducation, tertiary, goldfields