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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - Bendigo Its Environs the Way it Was Volume 3, 2013
... by Ken Arnold A brief history of the areas around Bendigo... it Was Volume 3 by Ken Arnold A brief history of the areas around ...Ken Arnold is an author and publisher of books about the history of various facets of Bendigo history. His first book was published in 1978.Hardcover book. Purple front and back covers with B&W photos. 400 pages Bendigo Its Environs The Way it Was Volume 3 by Ken Arnold A brief history of the areas around Bendigo illustrated with B&W photos and maps. Published in 2013 by Crown Castleton Publishers, Bendigo. Printed by Trojan Press, Port Melbourne, Victoria 'M & J Qualtrough' sticker on front cover. Signed in ink by Ken Arnold, June 2023 on title page.bendigo environs, history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article - Article, Journal, Rochelle Jackson, From goldrush days to the digital era: 150 years at the State Library of Victoria, by Rochelle Jackson, 2004_03
... Brief history of the State Library of Victoria since its... and photographs Brief history of the State Library of Victoria since its ...Brief history of the State Library of Victoria since its establishment as the Melbourne Public Library in 1856. Details the expansion of the site, its buildings and services.3 p, black and white text and photographsstate library of victoria, melbourne - history -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Article - Caulfield State School No. 773
... and includes a brief history of the school.... and includes a brief history of the school. Glen Huntly Road Webb James ...Conservation study of Caulfield State school No773 by Andrew Ward, dated October 1994. Describes architectural features and includes a brief history of the school.glen huntly road, webb james, penington harold, caulfield state school., webb frederick g. h., lempriere william, architectural features, architectural styles, chambers john, wood r., caulfield common school, wilberforce stephen, bastow h. r, glen eira road, watts thomas, architects, gothic revival. architecture., caulfield common school., webb james, webb frederick. g h., chambers john, wilberferce stephen, watts thomas, pennington harold., lempriere william, wood r., bastow h. r., education, saint mary’s jubilee school, bell towers, teachers, primary schools -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Research note, Bob Prentice, "Melbourne Brunswick Coburg Tramways Trust", 1966
... Provides a very brief history of the - "Melbourne Brunswick... Provides a very brief history of the - "Melbourne Brunswick Coburg ...Provides a very brief history of the - "Melbourne Brunswick Coburg Tramways Trust" MBCTT, opening dates, tramcars, type of poles used, route, and depot. Yields a brief history of the MBCTT.Single page, spirit duplicated Research Note - "Melbourne Brunswick Coburg Tramways Trust" dated 23-4-1966. Stapled to item 6502. Has the TMSV Heading on the sheet.tramcars, tramways, history, mbctt, poles, overhead -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Newspaper article, Advertiser Magazine, The Advertiser celebrates 126 years of tradition, 18/08/1999
... A brief history of the Evelyn Observer local newspapers... of tradition Newspaper article A brief history of the Evelyn Observer ...A brief history of the Evelyn Observer local newspapers established at Kangaroo Ground in 1873, from "Advertiser Magazine", forerunner of "The Local Paper" published by Ash Long.Newspaper articleharry gilham collection, evelyn observer, community newspaper, kangaroo ground, andrew ross, robert charles harris -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Pamphlet - St Margaret’s Church of England, Ripley Grove
... A pamphlet with brief history of St Mary’s –St Margaret’s... Grove Pamphlet A pamphlet with brief history of St Mary’s –St ...A pamphlet with brief history of St Mary’s –St Margaret’s Caulfield 1860’s to 1948 written for parish dinner on 15/10/1957 by person unknown.st mary’s church, st margarets church, glen eira road, hood crescent, st clement, st agnes, st catherine, shelford, bluestone, clergy residences, bells, halls, sunday schools, schools -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Document - Tudor Court, Kooyong Road, 141, Caulfield North
... features, brief history and photograph of exterior of the house.... of architectural features, brief history and photograph of exterior ...Photocopy of a conservation study of Tudor Court by Andrew Ward dated January 1995. Includes description of architectural features, brief history and photograph of exterior of the house.caulfield, kooyong road, tudor court, knowsley, airdrie, holt frederick, ward andrew, holt annie, hope george, duffield lancelot, rippin john, mansions, architectural features, federation style, towers, chimneys, stairs, glen eira road, balaclava road, fairholme, fairhaven -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute by Bruce G. Draper, 2012_
... Contains a brief history of the European settlement... the Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute. Contains a brief history ...Contains a brief history of the European settlement of Arthurs Creek from 1844 and the Mechanics Institute from 1887. It includes the Mechanics Institute's important role in community activities.Celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute and Free Library.33 p., illus. Front cover shows the Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute.arthurs creek mechanics institute, bruce draper, arthurs creek -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping (copy), Diamond Valley News, "Marble Hall" was a lively spot", 1964_
... Brief history of "Marble Hall", built in the 1830s... Hall" was a lively spot" Photocopied newspaper clipping Brief ...Brief history of "Marble Hall", built in the 1830s, with photo taken just before its demolition in 1964, to make way for Watson Holden's new service centre.Photocopied newspaper clippingmarble hall, watsons of greensborough, main street greensborough -
Vision Australia
Letter - Text, White Cane Day [information sheet]
... . It gives a brief history of the day and the committee.... It gives a brief history of the day and the committee ...Brief information sheet produced by the White Cane Day committee, comprising of representatives from various organisations. It gives a brief history of the day and the committee that was formed to celebrate this.1 typed page on white paperwhite cane day, advertising -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, The James Miller Story
... A brief history of the development of the rope making... comb binding A brief history of the development of the rope ...A brief history of the development of the rope making business of James Miller. It celebrated its centenary in 1962, being Australia's largest manufacture of rope, cordage and associated products.[32] p. : chiefly ill. (some col.), ports. ; 29 cm. A4 booklet with plastic comb bindingjames miller and co. -- history, rope makers -- history, rope trade, plant fibre industry, (mr) thomas hogg, (mr) james miller vine, (mr) f. s. vine, (mr) alexander gray -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Book, The Centenary of Plenty 1913-2013, 2014
... and information about the centenary celebrations and brief histories... about the centenary celebrations and brief histories of various ...Published to commemorate the centenary of the township of Plenty in the Shire of Nillumbik in 2013. It includes photos and information about the centenary celebrations and brief histories of various community groups in Plenty.plenty (vic.), centenary -
Whittlesea Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Newspaper Clipping, Copy, Whittlesea Leader, Saved inn nick of time, 10 Aug 2004
... Dr. Richard Ely gives a brief history of the Thomas family.... Richard Ely gives a brief history of the Thomas family history ...Dr. Richard Ely gives a brief history of the Thomas family history in Mernda and of the bluestone house, "The Poplars", he and his wife Jean purchased in the 1980's.Historical building in the City of WhittleseaNewsprint with 2 black and white photographs.mernda, richard ely, jean ely, the poplars mernda, moses thomas, walter thomas, britannia inn mernda, mayfield presbyterian church, bluestone building, cr. walter thomas, gaelic church service -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Archive (Sub-series) - Subject File, Kew Historical Society, Institute of Early Childhood Development, 1958
... a chronology and a brief history. Reproductions of early photographs... a chronology and a brief history. Reproductions of early photographs ...Various partiesReference, Research, InformationSecondary Values (KHS Imposed Order)Subject file containing a copy of the publication ‘Diamond Jubilee Institute of Early Childhood Development’, which includes a chronology and a brief history. Reproductions of early photographs of Mooroolbeek are included in the publication. The publication included research by Rosemary Bopreham and photographs by Gavin Fry. In the archive file are three invitations to graduation ceremonies issued in 1952 and 1953, donated by Mrs C.S. Dickins.kew historical society - archives, kew - history, institute of early childhood development - kew (vic), kindergarten training - kew (vic), mooroolbeekkew historical society - archives, kew - history, institute of early childhood development - kew (vic), kindergarten training - kew (vic), mooroolbeek -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Time rolls back for Horse Tram No. 1", 10/04/1987 12:00:00 AM
... of the depot (photo) and associated story. Tells a brief history... at the rear of the depot (photo) and associated story. Tells a brief ...Yields information about the reconstruction of Horse tram No. 1, following arrival at the depot with Garry Wood posed for the photograph.Newspaper cutting from The Courier, Ballarat, Friday 10/4/1987 of Gary Wood working on the horse tram body at the rear of the depot (photo) and associated story. Tells a brief history of the horse tram, its former owner and plans for the future. Was on the front cover of the newspaper. See Reg Item 3832 for a print of the actual black and white photograph used.In top left hand corner some financial calculations and in the centre of the bottom edge "Friday 10/4/87"trams, tramways, horse trams, btm, leviston -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Mitcham Scottish Society Inc, 1987
... A Brief History of the Mitcham Scottish Society which.... A Brief History of the Mitcham Scottish Society which was founded ...A Brief History of the Mitcham Scottish Society which was founded 1 April, 1955.A Brief History of the Mitcham Scottish Society which was founded 1 April, 1955. First President Jim Watson. Soon after they incorporated a Pipe Band - The Pipe Band separated from the Society in the 1960's. This Band is now the Box Hill Pipe Band. Covering letter R.S. Hill. Includes list of office bearers: 1955 - 1988.A Brief History of the Mitcham Scottish Society which was founded 1 April, 1955. clubs and associations, mitcham scottish society inc., mitcham scottish society pipe band, watson, jim, box hill pipe band, hill, r.s. -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Pamphlet, Warren Doubleday and Peter Winspur, "Ballarat's Horse Trams", 2015
... Trams" Gives a brief history of the horse trams in Ballarat... a brief history of the horse trams in Ballarat ...A4 folded pamphlet, brochure, titled "Ballarat's Horse Trams" Gives a brief history of the horse trams in Ballarat and the reconstruction of the vehicle itself including the name of those involved. Produced for handing out to the public at the depot. Produced by Warren Doubleday, updated with a new colour photo by Peter Winspur in 2015. See Reg Item 1656 for the 1997 version. trams, tramways, horse trams, btm, pamphlets, brochures -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Poster - Poster, Information Board, 4 RAR, Vietnam, May 1971 to March 1972
... Brief history of unit in Vietnam including Honour Roll... Brief history of unit in Vietnam including Honour Roll, three ...Brief history of unit in Vietnam including Honour Roll, three colour Photograph. 1st photograph - Pte PJ 'Jim' Flower 4 RAR SVN 1971. 2nd photograph - Pte DT Tom Hanley and Pte Terry A Croton (smoking) 1971. 3rd photograph - 4 RAR Soldiers on 3 Cav M1113 Phuoc Tuy 1971,4 rar, pte jim flower, pte tom hanley, pte terry croton, poster, information board, phuoc tuy, lt col jim hughes mc, wo1 w.t.c. "wally" thompson, operation ivanhoe, battle of nui le -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Book, William F. Scott, 'Ballarat Vintage Tramway", 1983
... . Included is a brief history of Ballarat Vintage Tramway, Ballarat.... Included is a brief history of Ballarat Vintage Tramway, Ballarat ...Booklet 16pp, with paper cover, printed, with description of the Ballarat Tramway Preservation Society's vehicles, and photographs. Included is a brief history of Ballarat Vintage Tramway, Ballarat Tramway's. Revised by William F. Scott from the original editions by Campbell Duncan, when published as "Ballarat's Tramway Preservation Project" 1973 and 1976. Issue printed 1983 by J. A Hoskins & Son.on the front cover, top right hand corner, a white sticker with "$1.75" written on.trams, tramways, btps, ballarat, museum -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Research Report, Chris Stratton, "VR trams - extract from Chris Stratton table for VR", 1980s
... for VR", detailing a brief history of each of the Victorian... a brief history of each of the Victorian Railways tramcars ...Research Report- 4 A4 sheets, stapled in top left hand corner, titled "VR trams - extract from Chris Stratton table for VR", detailing a brief history of each of the Victorian Railways tramcars, including No., Original Type, Builder, Year built and disposal notes. Does not include VR 53 being sold to the ARHS Vic. Div.trams, tramways, vr, victorian railways, tramcars, history -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Ephemera - Tour Notes, Australian Electric Traction Association (AETA), "AETA 17th Annual Federal Convention Easter 1971 - souvenir brochure", 1971
... in Melbourne and tour to Ballarat, Sat. 11/4/1971 with brief history... and tour to Ballarat, Sat. 11/4/1971 with brief history, itinerary ...A eight page booklet tour notes, titled "AETA 17th Annual Federal Convention Easter 1971 - souvenir brochure" Convention in Melbourne and tour to Ballarat, Sat. 11/4/1971 with brief history, itinerary, map, Geelong map, tram car notes. Also includes tours around Melbourne, social events etc. Duplicated by Gestener process. secv, ballarat, aeta, mmtb, melbourne, provincial tramways -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - Official Trades Union Directory Bendigo and Districts
... Index of Unions, Index of Advertisers, a brief history... of Advertisers, a brief history of the Bendigo Trades Hall, an 8-page ...212-page soft cover book 'Official Trades Union Directory' Bendigo and Districts. Published by Authority of Trades Hall Council E.H.Duus, President J.Stirton, Secretary Includes Index of Unions, Index of Advertisers, a brief history of the Bendigo Trades Hall, an 8-page Classified Business Directory. 4-page insert 'Bendigo Medical eye Unit'trade unions, trades union directory, bendigo trades hall -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Booklet - Bogong High Plains & Kiewa Valley, Early History & Discovery of the Bogong High Plains & Settlement of the Kiewa Valley, July 1968
... A brief history of the area including the Bogong High..." on front cover A brief history of the area including the Bogong ...A brief history of the area including the Bogong High plains including aborigines and cattlemen. Settlement of the Kiewa Valley including cattlemen and families. A list of the Origin of names of places in the valley.SECV published this booklet using research resources available at the time and using current knowledge with regard to naming of places where the SECV worked and 'created'.Light cardboard cover with 3 staples and with 9 pages printed on one side. Text is boxed. Front cover has 5 simple sketches each of which covers the topics included in the booklet."Dick Puttyfoot" on front coverstate electricity commission of victoria., kiewa hydro electric scheme, kiewa valley, bogong high plains -
Vision Australia
Text, RVIB Alberta Auxiliary, 1941 - [198-?]
... between 1981 -1988 and also includes a brief history... and also includes a brief history of the Auxiliary. royal victorian ...The Alberta RVIB Auxiliary was formed in 1941. This small collection of correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1981 -1988 and also includes a brief history of the Auxiliary. Letters -- various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision Australia
Text, Royal Blind Society at a glance, 2002
... Society of New South Wales, including a brief history, staffing... South Wales, including a brief history, staffing and volunteer ...3 page discussion of the main facts about the Royal Blind Society of New South Wales, including a brief history, staffing and volunteer numbers, structure and the services it provides.1 Microsoft Word documentroyal blind society of new south wales -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Delavay's Oak, Ballarat Botanical Gardens, 2014, May, 2011 and June 2014
... of the tree and a brief history of how it came to be in the Ballarat..., a description of the tree and a brief history of how it came ...There is a short biography in point form of Pere Jean Delavay after whom the oak tree is named, a description of the tree and a brief history of how it came to be in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens.Delavay's Oak is a rare tree planted in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens to celebrate the centenary of the Sisters of St John Of God Hospital in Ballarat.2 pages of typed information.Nonedoctor, ballarat botanical gardens, oak trees, delavay's oak, quercus delevayi, pere jean devalay, yunnan china, 1995, sisters of st john of god, john garner collection, gardens, ballarat -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, August's house of 1864, 01/12/1997
... in the R.A.C.V. Journal 'Royal Auto' briefly covering history... 'Royal Auto' briefly covering history and location. 2 pages ...Article on Schwerkolt's Cottage and Mullum Mullum Creek in the R.A.C.V. Journal 'Royal Auto' briefly covering history and location. 2 pages. Coloured photo.schwerkolt, johann august, schwerkolt cottage, city of whitehorse, yarran dheran -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, A short history of Watsonia High School. WaHIGH, 1961-1989
... Brief history of Watsonia High School outlining... High School. WaHIGH One page timeline Brief history of Watsonia ...Brief history of Watsonia High School outlining developments from 1961 to 1989 when Greensborough Secondary College was formed from the amalgamation of Watsonia High and Watsonia Technical School.One page timelinewatsonia high school -
Greensborough Historical Society
Program, Montmorency High School, Official Opening: Montmorency High School 1976, 11/03/1976
... School March 1976. Includes a brief history of the school from... High School March 1976. Includes a brief history of the school ...Programme of the official opening of Montmorency High School March 1976. Includes a brief history of the school from its opening in February 1969 through the development of permanent building to 1976.Programme printed in green on light brown paper.montmorency high school -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Snowy River Mail as "Mail" Print, The Cann River Collection, March 1985
... as a brief history of the Cann River District. .... It contains a collection of photographs as well as a brief history ...This book was produced by Ron Anderson, a resident of Cann River in 1985 - 159 years following the establishment of Victoria. It contains a collection of photographs as well as a brief history of the Cann River District. This book is a pictorial record of Cann River and as such is a useful research tool.A large format black covered book, titled, "The Cann River Collection Volume 1". On the front cover is a black and white photograph of a four-wheeled buggy pulled by four horses standing outside a hotel. It contains a collection of photographs of the Cann River district.