Large circular pressed metal sign advertising Castrol. Sign is red, yellow, & white, with black & yellow printingCastrol, Wakefield Motor Oil, British Owned

Rectangular tin sign advertising Baltic Separators. Has yellow and brown print on brown backgroundsee photodairy, milking, separator, machine, farming, agriculture, sign

Robin Boyd has written 'Australiana' on the slide mount. Robin Boyd was always on the lookout for signage and blots on the landscape, especially when writing and illustrating his 1960 book, “The Australian Ugliness”. Colour slide in a mount. Golden Fleece sign, Kew, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaAUG65M/ Encircled 25 (Handwritten)/ Australiana 1 (Handwritten)/2melbourne, australiana, slide

This is a review of Robin Boyd's book 'The Great, Great Australian Dream'.Narrow photocopy attached to Pergamon Press (Australia) note signed by Dr Andrew Fabinyi.Volume and date in pen at bottomgreat, great australian dream, walsh st library

Dr Davis McCaughey gave the address at the private funeral of Robin Boyd at Ormond Chapel (which Boyd designed) on 18 October 1971. This is the text of his address.Five page speech in envelope to Patricia Davies. Photocopy and carbon copy. Accompanied by a With Compliments not signed "As promised Davis'.Patricia Davies (formerly Boyd) has written on envelope the contents of this envelope.

This is a copy of the contract for 'The Puzzle of Architecture', signed by Robin Boyd and the Vice Chancellor and Registrar of the University of Melbourne on 14 May, 1963.Typewritten and handwritten date

A signed Memorandum of Agreement between Pergamon Press and Robin Boyd for the writing of 'Living in Australia'.Foolscap, 5 pagesSignatures etc

Contract for republication of 'Victorian Modern', signed by Peter Ryan MUP, but this copy not signed by Patricia Boyd.Foolscap, typed, 11 pages

This letter from Ise Gropius, wife of Walter Gropius, contains news and a translation of an article by Walter Gropius for the Exhibition for Unknown Architects arranged by Arbeitstrat für Kunst in Berlin 1919 (D431.2).Small page with letterhead address, typed on both sides, and signed in ink pen by Ise Gropius, wife of Walter Gropius.

The letter is in response to Robin Boyd's request for help with work of the Melbourne University School of Architecture. It contains the opening address of Thomas Rowe, President of the Institute of Architects and information on the Institute of Architects NSW (not in Boyd's papers) and on the history of the establishment of The Royal Australian Institute of Architects. It also lists further information of office records at RAIA in Sydney, that Boyd can access on a visit. Mention is made that NSW has not got far with its Small Homes Service.Signed by Secretary of RAIA

This letter, signed by J.A.L. Matheson, Vice-Chancellor of Monash University, is an invitation to dinner to discuss the establishment of architecture course at Monash University, expected to commence in 1967. Councillor Edward Best is listed as The Lord Mayor of Melbourne, so the list originates from 1969-1971.

This is a reference written by Robin Boyd for Miss Pamela Clark who was a private secretary to one of the principals at Romberg and Boyd, Architects.On Romberg and Boyd letterhead, original and signed in pen by Robin Boyd. The envelope is not the original one.

Demobilization Procedure Book No 99067 belonging to Robin Penleigh Boyd. The Dispersal Data Form on page 25 states that Robin Boyd commenced full-time war service on 19 November 1941. It is signed 17 September 1945.32 pages with brown cardboard cover.

Robin Gerard Penleigh Boyd was admitted to the degree of Doctor of Letters on the 21st day of October 1967 at University of New England. The family attended the outdoor ceremony and have slides of Robin Boyd in full academic dress. The Academic dress hood is part of the Walsh Street Archive (item F069). Zelman Cowen was Vice Chancellor at University of New England 1967-1970. Robin Boyd designed Zelman Cohen House at 34 Yarravale Road in Kew in 1959. Certificate from The University of New England, with University crest, signed by two people. Rolled into a red leather cylindrical holder with Robin Gerard Penleigh Boyd embossed in gold along long axis (item F168).The University of New England. By authority of the Council Robin Gerard Penleigh Boyd was admitted to the Degree of Doctor of Letters on the 21st day of October 1967. Signature of the Registrar JC Lainth (indecipherable) and Chancellor PA Wright.une, university of new england, zelman cowen, doctor of letters, robin boyd, ohm2022, ohm2022_42

By the late 1950s, Robin Boyd had developed a network of connections in the United States, and a reputation there as an important architectural critic. In 1960 he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the American Institute of Architects. This certificate is dated April 18, 1960, the day earlier than another certificate at Walsh Street (item D492). It is also signed by the President Philip Will Jr. 1960–1962 and the Secretary, Jeremy Leanne (?).Certificate from The American Institute of Architects, with crest, awarding Robin Boyd an Honorary Fellowship. Dated April 18, 1960 and signed by the President, Philip Will Jr, and Secretary Jeremy Leanne. It is inside an envelope.The American Institute of Architects certificate of Honorary Fellowship Robin Boyd eminent architect, citizen of Australia having been admitted to Honorary Fellowship by the Board of Directors in recognition of his distinguished achievements is declared to be an Honorary Fellow The American Institute of Architects entitled to use that title and to enjoy all the privileges of that membership.the american institute of architects, aia fellow, fellowship, robin boyd

By the late 1950s Robin Boyd had developed a network of connections in the United States, and a reputation there as an important architectural critic. In 1960 he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the American Institute of Architects. This certificate was put on display in Penleigh's bedroom by the Robin Boyd Foundation. This certificate is dated April 19, 1960, the day earlier than another certificate at Walsh Street (item D491). It is also signed by the President John Noble Richards who served 1958–1960.Framed certificate from The American Institute of Architects, with crest, awarding Robin Boyd an Honorary Fellowship. Dated April 18,1960 and signed by the President, John Noble Richards, but unsigned by the Secretary. It has a simple timber frame by Deans, 346 Little Collins St. No 17121.The American Institute of Architects certificate of Honorary Fellowship Robin Boyd eminent architect, citizen of Australia having been admitted to Honorary Fellowship by the Board of Directors in recognition of his distinguished achievements is declared to be an Honorary fellow The American Institute of Architects entitled to use that title and to enjoy all the privileges of that membership.the american institute of architects, fellowship, aia fellow, robin boyd, ohm2022, ohm2022_38

Robin Boyd was the architect of the Featherstone House, 1969.An Award of Merit to The Featherstone House, Ivanhoe. It is signed by Chairman, J Gates (?) and Secretary, P A Love (?). It is rolled and tied with blue ribbon.Victorian Architecture Award. In accordance with the decision of the Victorian Chapter: The Royal Institute of Architects to record its appreciation of the architecture. Architect Romberg and Boyd Builder P.M. Versteegen & Sons Pty.Ltd. Signed by the Chairman and Secretaryroyal australian institute of architects, raia award, featherstone, robin boyd

Robin Boyd only designed a single home in Sydney, the Lyons House (1967) at 733 Port Hacking Road, Dolans Bay, Sutherland Shire, New South Wales.Registration certificate with crest and other ornamentation, and signed.Board of Architects of New South Wales. This is to certify that in accordance with the enactments providing for the registration of architects within this state the Board of Architects of NSW has examined the qualifications of Robin Gerard Penleigh Boyd who is hereby declared a legally qualified architect. Signed by President dated in Sydney 25 November 1957. Signed also by Registrar. Certificate No 1850.

In 2003, the then RAIA established the National 25 Year Award. The Boyd House II at 290 Walsh Street won the award in 2006. Items D501 and F075 are also associated with this award.Certificate with crest in a black timber Ikea frame.This diploma is awarded to Grounds Romberg & Boyd for Robin Boyd House II by the jury nominated to select the most outstanding work in architecture in Australia from those projects meeting the conditions of the award nominated by the chapters of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects in the year 2006. Signed by Chair of the Jury and President of RAIA 26 October 2006. Handwritten in the year 2006 and signatures of Chair of the Jury and President of RAIA, and date 26 October 2006.

As Penleigh Boyd wrote in his obituary to his mother: "In 1988, Patricia was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for her service to opera involving many years of voluntary work on the Board of the Australian Opera - work which she greatly enjoyed involving travel, music and meeting many interesting and entertaining people. She was also a Life Member and former President of the National Gallery of Victoria Women's Association." The Walsh Street Archive also holds the medal associated with this honour (item F126).Certificate on a presentation board with 4 corners holding it in place, contained in a envelope with Mrs Dorothea Patricia Davies, AM.The Order of Australia (Signed) Ninian Stephen Governor-General of Commonwealth of Australia and Chancellor of the Order of Australia. To Dorothea Patricia Davies Greeting. Whereas with the approval of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The second, Queen of Australia and Sovereign of the Order of Australia, I have been pleased to appoint you to be a Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia. I do by these Presents appoint you to be a Member in the General Division of the said Order and authorise you to hold and enjoy the dignity of such appointment together with Membership in the said Order and all privileges thereunto appertaining. Given at Government House, Canberra, under the seal of the Order of Australia this thirteenth day of June 1988. By His excellency's Command. (Signed) David I Smith Secretary of the Order of Australia.

Used as a small poster/flyer as there are remnants of sticky dots on the back. Unknown location. Laminated cream paper. Black ink. water mark on page stating 'conservation' and the recycled sign below.fundraising, historical site

In use in January 1973 (details on back). Probably from regional station or regional station officer's house for after hours call outs. Possibly from suburban station offocer's house. Source Chas Martin AHSV curator.Black telephone with white speaker in frontCALL SIGN BASE CALL STC REMOTE CONTROL UNIT M1050

In use 1973 (label on back). Probably from regional station or regional station officer's house for after hours call outs. Possibly from suburban station officer's house. Source Chas Martin AHSV curator.Light brown telephone with speaker in front face.CALL SIGN BASE CALL STC REMOTE CONTROL UNIT M1050

Kept in ambulances. Certification sign off could only be made by a doctor. Rarely used.Blue covered tape bound book of forms. Duplicate pages (white and pink)CERTIFICATION OF DEATH

Signs like this were placed at the front of ambulance stations.Painted sign with white background and red lettering.VICTORIAN CIVIL AMBULANCE SERVICE

Cream background with red impressed textGeelong & District Ambulance Servicegeelong

Cast metal circular badge mounted on chip board (the later not being original to object)VICTORIAN CIVIL AMBULANCE SERVICE

Names of participants signed on reverse of photograph: Jim Mason, Goulburn Valley, Shepparton Trevor Jobling (?), Murray Valley, Swan Hill Alf Bainbridge (?), Glenelg Ambulance, Hamilton Keith Thomas, Victorian Civil Ambulance Service Ray Harris(?) , W.D.A.S., Horsham Stan Barnes, Geelong & District Ambulance Service Doug Harper (?), North Eastern, Wangaratta Jim Woolgoo (?), Penninsula, Dandenong Morrie Denham (?), St John, Adelaide Geoff Ryan, CVDAS, Bendigo Charlie James, Penninsula, Frankston Terry Edwards, V.C.A.S., Cheltenham Stewart Ferguson, Latrobe Valley, Morwell Ben Kingsley, V.C.A.S. Bert Cluff, Ballarat & District Ambulance Service Charlie Williams, South Gippsland, Korumburra Robert Stewart, V.C.A.S. Jack Bourke, Geelong Harold Berry, Training Officer Faye JamesonBlack and White photograph of ambulance officer trainees