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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Lake Daylesford, 2020, 18/09/2022
Colour photograph of a view across ake Daylesford.central springs, daylesford, lake daylesford, sandstone -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Lake Daylesford, 2020, 18/09/2022
Colour photograph of a view across ake Daylesford.central springs, daylesford, lake daylesford -
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Photograph - Church, Clare Gervasoni, Ebenezer St John's Presbyterian Church, 28/09/2020
Ebenezer Presbyterian Church is located in Armstrong Street South, Ballarat. The earliest church on the site was wooden church was and built in 1857 for the miners Gold Rush. In 1862 the wooden building was replaced by the bluestone church still in use today. The bluestone church was designed by architect Henry Richards Caselli in Lombardic Romanesque style. It features tall windows with paired round headed lights, buttresses and huge brackets. The porch and gallery were added in the 1880s to cater for an increase in the size of the congregation and are the only additions to the church. The 1880s porch features bracketted gables, finial, piers, string course and triple windows. The Ebenezer Church is important architecturally for its interior as well as its exterior, as it has a Classical Revival design that is both distinctive and unusual in Australia. The Ebenezer Presbyterian Church Hall built to the right of the church was constructed in 1892 and is made of locally produced red brick, which was more fashionable at the time. It too has been built in Lombardic Romanesque style in sympathy with the church building and features tall arched windows. The double-storey presbytery, built on the left of the church dates around the 1880s and is also constructed of red brick. Built in Victorian Classical Freestyle, it has elegant quoining on its corners, large windows upstairs, and prominent bay windows on the ground floor. The Armstrong Street facade is sheltered from the sun by a verandah and balcony featuring fine cast iron columns and lacework. The whole complex is surrounded by its 1880s cast iron paling fence. Henry Richards Caselli is perhaps best known in Ballarat for the large number of churches in Victoria that he designed, with two Lombardic Romanesque examples in Ballarat, the Ebenezer Presbyterian church, Armstrong Street South between 1862 and 1863 and the Lutheran Church in Doveton Street in 1876. This photograph was taken during the Covid19 pandemic and the associated shutdowns.Colour photographs of Ebenezer St John's Presbyterian Church.ebenezer st john's presbyterian church, ebenezer, church, ballarat, henry richards caselli -
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Photograph, Bluestone Channel near Sunnyside Mill, Ballarat, 04/09/2022
Bluestone Channel near Sunnyside Mill, Ballarat. The Channel holds the Yarrowee River, Ballarat.yarrowee river, yarrowee creek, sunnyside corner, channel, bluestone -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Mount Franklin from Smeaton, 22/09/2013
An extinct volcanic mountain known as Mount Franklin from Smeaton, Victoriamount franklin, volcano, smeaton, lalgambook -
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Document, Moyne Shire, Port Fairy Heritage Citations, 09/2015
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Photograph - digital photographs, Clare Gervasoni, Laurie Sullivan's Wollemi Pine Memorial at the Laurie Sullivan Reserve, Hepburn, 2020, 16/09/2020
Laurie Sullivan lived in Hepburn Springs, except for service during World War Two. He was captured in Crete and aa prisoner of war under the German Army. A Stalwart of the Hepburn Football Club, the football ground was named in his honour. Colour photograph of a Wollemi Pine planted for Laurie Sullivan at the Laurie Sullivan Reserve, Hepburn. H.F.C. In memory of Laurie Sullivan 21-6-2006hepburn, laurie sullivan, memorial, wollemi pine, hepburn football ground, laurie sullivan reserve, memorial tree -
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Photograph, Clare Gervasoni, Plaque at Locarno Springs, Hepburn Mineral Springs, 24/09/2019
Plaque at Locarno Springs, Hepburn Mineral SpringsHEPBURN SPRINGS Where reverent gum trees gray-leaved aroming stems Enshrine the greem 'tween walls of slanting slate, Run waters, sihones from some buried grate, In drops more precious than deep mined gems. The elements are liquid in that stream and bursting bubbles charge the atmosphere The breath of nature moves the grasses here, and all is tranquil as a midday dream. The alchemist did set a mighty task, to list an learn the components of life, To change and find some radiant power new from atoms boiled in baking tube ad flask, and now we fear colossal human strife with things the caldrons of the Earth Eschew W.H.S. 1962hepburn springs, whs, mineral springs reserve, locarno spring -
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Photograph, L.J. Gervasoni, Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial, 2006, 12/09/2006
The Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial was dedicated on 06 February 2004 t acknowledge the pain and suffering that all Prisoners of War endured during their time in captivity, to commemorate the thousands of mates left behind and to acknowledge the sacrifice of families during wartime. The memorial was designed by sculptor Peter Blizzard and is made of natural stone-basalt and granite. 55,000 names are etched onto the 130 metre long granite wall.Photograph of the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial ballarat prisoner of war memorial, peter blizzard, pow -
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Photograph, L.J. Gervasoni, Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial, 2006, 12/09/2006
The Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial was dedicated on 06 February 2004 t acknowledge the pain and suffering that all Prisoners of War endured during their time in captivity, to commemorate the thousands of mates left behind and to acknowledge the sacrifice of families during wartime. The memorial was designed by sculptor Peter Blizzard and is made of natural stone-basalt and granite. 55,000 names are etched onto the 130 metre long granite wall.Photograph of the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial ballarat prisoner of war memorial, peter blizzard, pow -
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Photograph, L.J. Gervasoni, Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial, 2006, 12/09/2006
The Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial was dedicated on 06 February 2004 t acknowledge the pain and suffering that all Prisoners of War endured during their time in captivity, to commemorate the thousands of mates left behind and to acknowledge the sacrifice of families during wartime. The memorial was designed by sculptor Peter Blizzard and is made of natural stone-basalt and granite. 55,000 names are etched onto the 130 metre long granite wall.Photograph of the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial ballarat prisoner of war memorial, peter blizzard, pow -
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Photograph, L.J. Gervasoni, Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial, 2006, 12/09/2006
The Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial was dedicated on 06 February 2004 t acknowledge the pain and suffering that all Prisoners of War endured during their time in captivity, to commemorate the thousands of mates left behind and to acknowledge the sacrifice of families during wartime. The memorial was designed by sculptor Peter Blizzard and is made of natural stone-basalt and granite. 55,000 names are etched onto the 130 metre long granite wall.Photograph of the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial ballarat prisoner of war memorial, peter blizzard, pow -
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Photograph, L.J. Gervasoni, Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial, 2006, 12/09/2006
The Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial was dedicated on 06 February 2004 t acknowledge the pain and suffering that all Prisoners of War endured during their time in captivity, to commemorate the thousands of mates left behind and to acknowledge the sacrifice of families during wartime. The memorial was designed by sculptor Peter Blizzard and is made of natural stone-basalt and granite. 55,000 names are etched onto the 130 metre long granite wall.Photograph of the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial ballarat prisoner of war memorial, peter blizzard, pow -
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Photograph, Ann Gervasoni, Lang Headstone in the Boroondara Cemetery, 20/09/2020
Sacred to the memory of Thomas Lang who died 18th August 1896 aged 80 years "Write me as one that loves his fellow men" In loving memory of John Lang accidentally kiled 5th Novr 1901 in his 49th year "An honest man's the noblest work of God" Also Matilda Lang who died 14th Feb. 1914, aged 94 years loved wife of the above Thomas Lang. "A vituous woman"matilda lang, thomas lang, john lang, boroondara cemetery, headstone -
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Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Rainbow over Ballarat East, 2018, 09/12/2018
Colour photograph of a full rainbow over Ballarat East. The rainbow appeared around 8.30pm after a stormy day.rainbow, ballarat east -
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Photograph, Schwerkolt Cottage Complex - purchase of horse paddocks, 20/09/2006
Other Council and Government personnel included; local member, Tony Robinson, councillors, Sharon Ellis and Helen Harris and Whitehorse facilitator, Mark FawcettSix coloured photographs taken after the purchase of the horse paddocks by the Whitehorse Council in 2006. Victorian Minister for Planning, Rob Hull, attendingschwerkolt cottage and museum complex, hull, rob -
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Photograph, Cup Day Fashion - 1860 to 1960, 4/09/2004 12:00:00 AM
A series of 21 coloured photographs of the costumes modelled by June Ventouras, Vicki Jones-Evans, Wendy Standfield and Bob Gardiner. At the Cup Day Fashions 1860 - 1960 presented by the Whitehorse Historical Society Inc, . sponsored by the Nunawading Arts Council , and presented at the Christ Church Anglican Church Hall, Mitcham on 4th September 2004.fashion parade, melbourne cup fashions, whitehorse historical society, nunawading arts council, gardiner bob, jones-evans vicki, standfield wendy, ventouras june -
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Workplace Privacy: Final Report, Victorian Law Reform Commission (various contributors), 09/2005
This part one of three volumes (vols 2&3 are not held): 1. Workplace Privacy: Final Report 2. Workplace Privacy - Recommendations 3. Workplace Privacy - Terms of Reference In 2006 the Surveillance Devices (Workplace Privacy) Act 2006 (Vic) was passed. It regulates unreasonable personal surveillance of employees.Workplace rights.Paperback. White, pink and green cover with white and black print.Front cover: title and publishing organisation.btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat regional trades and labour council, privacy - workplace, surveillance - workplace, law - workplace, victorian law reform commission -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Dorothy Wickham, Headstone for the children of John and Ellen Neill, Ballaarat Old Cemetery, 23/09/2004
The 40th regiment fought at the Eureka Stockade.Headstone for Fanny Neill and Agnes Neill in the Ballaarat Old Cemetery, soldiers enclosure. "In memory of John & Ellen Neill corporal in her majesty's 40th Regiment. Fanny died March 19th 1857 aged 3 years & 8 months. Agnes died April 10th 1857 aged 1 year & 4 months. May they rest in peace.john neill, ellen neill, agnes neill, fanny neill, 40th regiment, military, eureka stockade, gravestone, headstone, ballaarat old cemetery, ballarat old cemetery -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Richard O'Neill's Gravestone, Eganstown Catholic Cemetery, 26/09/2004
Gravestone in the Eganstown Catholic Cemetery for Richard O'Neill, Richard O'Neill (Junior) and Mary Neill nee Mary Egan. Richard O'Neill died on 20 October 1908 aged 61, and his wife, Mary Egan died on 19 May 1922. Their son Richard Francis O'Neill was killed in action at Ypres, Belgium on 04 October 1917, aged 23.eganstown catholic cemetery, richard o'neill, mary egan, mary o'neill, ypres, belgium -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Headstone for John Egan, the Drummer Boy at Eureka, 23/09/2004
Historian Dorothy Wickham could not find the death registration for John Egan, and after some research she discovered he did not die on the way to Ballarat, but lived to be Court martialled in New Zealand. It was eventually removed. Photograph of a headstone in the Ballaarat Old Cemetery for John Egan, the Drummer Boy at Eureka. The headstone was erected in the Soldiers Enclosure in the late 1980s. john egan, eureka stockade, military, drummer boy, dorothy wickham, ballarat old cemetery, ballaarat old cemetery -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Hazelwood Power Station, 2014, 09/06/2014
Hazelwood Power Station is was built between 1964 and 1971, The power station closed in March 2017.Colour photograph of Hazelwood Power Station. hazelwood power station, coal fired electricity generation, gippsland -
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Photograph - Colour, Entrance to Baangal, 2014, 07/09/2014
Colour photographs showing the gates to the property known as Baangal.baangal -
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Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Langi Willi Soldier Settlement, 2014, 07/09/2014
Langi Willi Soldier Settlement was established in 1954.Two colour photographs shows a memorial for the Langi Willi Soldier Settlement, Skipton.langi willi, soldier settlement, langi willi soldier settlement, memorial, plaque, p.g. nash, a. mct. dickinson, r.f. gardiner, l. stj. jackman, f.h. williams, c.s. wright, g.g. alford, r.o. devine, c.w. tayler, j.l. moyle, s.j. talbot, l.w. morell -
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Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Sebastopol Fire Brigade, Albert Street, Sebastopol, 2012, 09/04/2012
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Former Kooroocheang State School, 2013, 22/09/2013
The following names were on the Kooroocheang State School World War One Honour Board - A.H. White, C.H. White, L.C. White, H.E. White, G. Croucher, P. LaFranchi. L. LaFranchi, T. LaFranchi, W. Pickering, H. Pickering, J. McMahon, R. Hull, J. Neale, D. Williams, W. Risk, J. Waddingham, R. Waddingham, G.A. Heron, W.F. Heron, D. Dunstan.Colour photograph of the former Korrocheang State School.kooroocheang state school, kooroocheang, education, a.h. white, c.h. white, l.c. white, h.e. white, g. croucher, p. lafranchi. l. lafranchi, t. lafranchi, w. pickering, h. pickering, j. mcmahon, r. hull, j. neale, d. williams, w. risk, j. waddingham, r. waddingham, g.a. heron, w.f. heron, d. dunstan, peter la franchi -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Villa Parma, Hepburn Springs, 1999, 28/09/1999
Parma House was bult by Italian born Fabrizio Crippa. It was restored from a burnt wreck to Villa Parma by Richard Rigby and Franchek. Walls were scraped back to the original, and burnt umber detailing added. The garden was created by Richard Rigby and Kevin Flintoff.A number of colour photographs of Villa Parma and garden in Main Road, Heburn Springs.villa parma, fabrizio crippa, parma house, richard rigby, kevin flintoff, garden, hepburn springs -
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Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, St Francis Xavier Chapel, Eganstown, 1999, 28/09/1999
The St Francis Xavier Chapel and Catholic Cemetery was established on land donated vby squatter John Egan.Three photographs of St Francis Xavier Chapel, the chapel in the Eganstown Catholic Cemetery. The grave stone at the front of the church is for John Egan. st francis xavier chapel, eganstown, 1999, eganstown catholic cemetery, eganstown, church, chapel, cemetery, john egan -
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Photograph - Photograph - Black and White, St Peter's Daylesford Communion Breakfast, 1930, 09/11/1930
"ST. PETER'S DAYLESFORD. General Communion and Breakfast. On Sunday November 9, a general Communion of the men; of the parish will be held in St Peter's Church, Daylesford. A communion breakfast will subsequently take place." Melbourne Advocate, 30 October 1930. "General Communion and Breakfast, Daylesford War Memorial Protest by Rev. Dr. Collins Rights of Catholics Ignored THE splendid Catholicity of the Daylesford parish was demonstrated on Sunday morning last when a general Communion of the men of the parish took place at the 8 o'clock Mass at St. Peter's Church. This proud and edifying demonstration of faith concluded a very successful mission in the parish, conducted by the Rev. Fr. O'Flynn, C.SS.R., and Rev. Fr. Frean, C.SS.R., Daylesford parish is fairly scattered, and from every corner of it came men to take their part in the general Communion. The missioners and the Rev. W. M. Collins. D.D., P.P.. have reason to be deeply gratified at the result of the mission. His Grace the Archbishop of Melbourne (Most Rev. Dr. Mannix) was the celebrant of the Mass. He was assisted in administering the Sacrament by Rev. Dr. Collins. At the close of the Mass the hymn, "Faith of Our Fathers." was sung. The breakfast was served in the Daylesford Town Hall, the men marching there from the church. More than 250 partook of breakfast. In the balcony were lady parishioners who wished to listen to the speeches. His Grace the Archbishop was at the head table, and with him were Rev. W. M. Collins, P.P.; Crs. Bolton and Gleeson (Shire of Glenlyon), and Courtney (Shire of Davlesford); Messrs. Cleary and Egan (Blampied). Mr. J. T. Murphy. Mr. Considine, and Mr. O'Donnell (BuIIarto). Several selections were played by the Holy Cross Convent orchestra, Daylesford, and the catering was admirably carried out by Mrs. Mann. It was a well-organised and successful function, and the general arrangements reflected the highest credit on the Rev. Dr. Collins and those associated with him. Much favourable comment was made upon the great success achieved. A WAR MEMORIAL SERVICE. Strong Protest by Rev. Dr. Collins. The Rev. Dr. Collins said it was no exaggeration for him to say that he was a proud pastor that day. He had reason to be proud of the magnificent demonstration of faith made by the Catholic men of the parish at St. Peter's Church. It was promoted by a supernatural motive, and the men were sure to get their reward. He knew that many men had attended at great sacrifice, and that numbers had to grope about in the early hours to get everything in readiness at their farms and dairies. He was deeply thankful for the fine response made by the men to his invitation, and no greater encouragement could be given to him in his work in the parish. They had made a creditable demonstration before the people of Daylesford, whose good opinion they valued and wanted to retain. Catholics were part of the community, and the community's troubles were their troubles. Generally they had a few of their own troubles, but they were not wanting in helping the community to bear its troubles. Just now they were passing through a difficult time. The surrounding shires seemed to be better off than Daylesford, but the municipal fathers at Daylesford had spent a lot of money wisely in attracting tourists to the beautiful district. The money spent, he was certain, would come back a hundredfold. They appreciated the good work done by the municipal authorities, and were prepared to do their part in shoulder-ing their civic obligations. A Frankly Protestant Memorial Service. He could not let the occasion pass without calling the attention of the Daylesford people to an injustice that was being done the Catholic body, unwittingly he believed. Hie referred to the ceremony for the unveiling of the Soldiers' Memorial. It had been decided to adopt a frankly Protestant service. Catholics could not take part in a non-Catholic service, and that was not due in any way to any recent whim or caprice. Catholics had made common sacrifices, and the war memorial should stand for the Catholic boys who had fallen as well as non-Catholic soldiers. Catholics had contributed towards the cost of the memorial, and yet a programme had been adopted on the occasion of the public unveiling that excluded Catholics from taking part. They had a right to be at the ceremony, but it was asking them too much to shed their principles in order to be present. Their forefathers did not shed their principles when there was much more at stake, and they did not intend to shed theirs. They took that stand for Faith, and were still loyal citizens of Australia. The great majority, he was certain, did not realise the difficulties of Catholics, and that the stand taken was a matter of principle. There was always a minority, however, who were ever ready to score a victory over Rome at any price. Thanks to Non-Catholics. Having made his protest, he would not be honest if he did not express his gratitude to many non-Catholics in Daylesford for their help. In the Boxing Day carnival, which was their principal effort on behalf of the schools, non-Catholics gave splendid support, which he very much appreciated. The success of the carnival was dependent to a large extent on the generous help of Protestants. He trusted that the Catholic men generally would take note of what he said, and turn over a new leaf, as so many new leaves had been turned over since the mission. Missioners and Nuns Thanked. The work of the Redemptorist Fathers had been fruitful of results in the parish, and what they had done had paved the way for the magnificent men's demonstration. He wished heartily to thank the Fathers, and his thanks were also due to the Holy Cross Convent. If the Faith were strong in Daylesford, it was largely due to the Catholic schools in the district. They should never forget the Presentation nuns, and should be prepared to help them in every possible way. He was very thankful to the Rev. Mother for her kindness in entertaining many at the convent, and also for providing the orchestra at the Communion breakfast. A Splendid Success. He was greatly delighted at the presence of his Grace the Archbishop. When he started to talk about the breakfast, many told him it would not be a success. First of all, it was intended to hold the breakfast in the schoolroom, but the response was so good that it was considered they should get the Rex Theatre. Finally, they were compelled to take the Town Hall in order to accommodate the large number who purchased tickets. The presence of his Grace gave additional lustre to the successful demonstration. He was proud of the men of the parish, and hoped God would bless them and their families. (Applause.) The first toast honoured was that of "The Pope and the King." WELCOME TO HIS GRACE Proposing the toast of "His Grace the Archbishop," Cr. J. Bolton said he wished to congratulate the Rev. Dr. Collins on the wonderful success of the two functions. All parts of the parish were represented at the general Communion in St. Peter's Church, and it was an inspiring spectacle. It showed that the Faith was deep and strong in Daylesford. A great privilege had been given to them, and they owed grateful thanks to the Rev. Dr. Collins. He wished to welcome his Grace the Archbishop, and he trusted that he would enjoy his visit to the district. The country was passing through a difficult time at present, and it required plenty of clear thinking and acting to put things right again. He hoped his Grace would touch on the situation, and give them the benefit of his thoughtful and wellreasoned views. Whatever his Grace said would be worth listening to. (Applause.) THE ARCHBISHOP CONGRATULATES PASTOR AND PEOPLE. DAYLESFORD A MODEL PARISH. His Grace the Archbishop said he need not assure them that he came to Daylesford with great pleasure. His visits to Daylesford were always pleasant, but the present visit was additionally pleasant and memorable because he had the opportunity of assisting at one of the most inspiring functions that it had ever been his good fortune to attend. He was really touched to the heart when he stood on the altar and saw the beautiful St. Peter's Church—there were few churches to compare with it in the country—filled with the men of Daylesford and of the surrounding districts. Practically all the Catholic men in the parish were present at the general Communion, and it gave him very deep satisfaction and genuine pleasure to be amongst them. As the Rev. Dr. Collins and Cr. Bolton had said, it was a proof of the depth and soundness of the Faith of the Catholic people of the parish. He wished to congratulate the Rev. Dr. Collins upon the magnificent success that had attended his efforts since he came to Daylesford. He thought the Rev. Dr. Collins had been a very happy man since he took up work in the parish. He came to Daylesford more or less broken in health, and his best friends were doubtful whether his health would stand the strain of parochial duty. However, he had never looked back. He doubted if Dr. Collins would care to leave Daylesford, unless he were appointed Prefect of Propaganda, Rome, or some very high distinction was conferred on him. At all events, things had gone on well with Dr. Collins since he came to Daylesford, and he could see some of the reason for it in looking at the fine gathering before him. The Rev. Dr. Collins was a very zealous and spiritual man, and his lot had been cast amongst people who had responded to his labours. ... (Melbourne Advocate, 13 November 1930) Black and white photograph taken in Daylesford Town Hall depicting numerous men standing, and sitting at tables during the St Peter's Catholic Church Communion Breakfast. Arch Bishop Daniel Mannix stands centre back.st peter's catholic church, daylesford, communion breakfast, daylesford town hall, daniel mannix, george gervasoni, gus gervasoni -
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Photograph - Colour, Flag of St Alipius', Ballarat East, 2004, 23/09/2004
"Centenary of Fnrst Mass at Ballarat Friday last marked the centenary of the arrival of the first priest and the celebration of the first Mass in Ballarat. The Rev. Patrick Dunne reached the diggings on October 17, and on Sunday, October 19, 1851, in a bark hut near Brown Hill, he celebrated Mass. Worshippers had to kneel on quartz gravel. The weather had been the worst experienced in Victoria for a number of years, and most of the creeks between Melbourne and Ballarat were flowing torrents, but Father Dunne (who came from the Coburg mission), carrying the barest necessities and the sacred vestments, set out for Ballarat on horseback. He had to ford and swim his horse across the creeks. When most of his congregation left for the Castlemaine diggings Father Dunne returned to Melbourne. In August, 1852, Rev. Matthew Downing became Ballarat's first resident priest. He built a large wooden structure with a canvas roof which served as a church, but later erected at the Gravel Pits the first permanent church. This church was the largest of any house of worship on any goldfield in the colony. It cost £ 100, contributed solely by Father Downing and his flock. Soon after he got the authorities to survey a large piece of land at the back of the township as a burial ground and procured a grant of £500 for fencing it. A grant of £250 was also obtained for the improvement of the chapel and fittings of a school, where Michael Campion Carey opened the first school. Rev. Patrick Smyth succeeded Father Downing, who was followed by Rev. P. Madden, who in 1857 began to plan the erection of St. Patrick's Church. The foundation stone of this was laid by Bishop Goold on February 12, 1858, and the church was opened for the first time on November 8, 1863." (Melbourne Advocate 25 October 1951)Two colour photographs showing the St Alipius' Catholic Church flag - a blue cross and border on white. st alipius, church, ballarat east, flag