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Stawell Historical Society Inc
Book, Harvey A L Clark, The Ranks of the Old Pioneers - A Family History, 1986
A Short History of the Harvey and Clark Familes in Australia.1: Yellow card with Black Plastic Binding. Black Design with Text Inside. 2: Orange Paper with black design Text inside.The Ranks of The old Pioneers by Harvey A.L. Clark A Family History Inside: Donated to the Stawell Historical Society by Harvey A L Clarkstawell, harvey -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, There goes the neighbourhood!; Australia's migrant experience, 1984
This book presents a rich picture of a nation in the making. The negative aspects of Australian immigration are not glossed over and it looks at the terrible consequences for the Aboriginal people, the nineteenth century Chinese experience and the migrant hostel riots of 1952, among its many other topics. Michael Dugan lived locally in Surrey Hills. This book was commissioned by/for: Australian Institute of Multicultural Affairs.The book has a place in this collection by virtue of Michael Dugan having been a local resident.This book presents a rich picture of a nation in the making. The negative aspects of Austaralian immigration are not glossed over and it looks at the terrible consequences for the Aboriginal people, the nineteenth century Chinese experience and the migrant hostel riots of 1952, among its many other topics.Surrey Hills History(mr) michael dugan, (mr) josef szwarc, immigration, social interaction, social life and customs, ethnic communties, multiculturalism, history - australia -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Papers - History of the Barber Family and Gundowring, Barber Family History
The Barber family arrived in Australia in 1803. Charles Henry Barber took up Gundowing in 1838. The history includes the Barber family homestead. John McDonald, Schools, St Andrew's Church, Richard Goldsworthy 1843, John and George Larkin, Geering,;David, Joseph and Arthur Ford , Richard Barton, Thomas Carrol, Mrs E. Bell, John Arundel, Tobacco, History of Gundowring and its familiesWhite roll of computer paper - old style with 'tear off' strip of holes along each side enabling easy tearing.Typed continually including over the join (also perforated) of the 10 pages. Includes many headings re Families living in the area. Perforations on sides torn off to enable easy storing.On the back of the Title written in blue pen - 'Historical Society of Kiewa Valley / A History of the /Kiewa Valley.' Written in aqua pen - 'Barbour (sic) Family / Historyfamilies in gundowring, families in the kiewa valley, barber family, john mcdonald, richard goldsworthy, john and george larkin, geering, ford brothers, richard barton, thomas carrol, mrs e. bell, john arundel, tobacco -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Book, Robin Boyd, Living in Australia, 1970
“Living in Australia”, published in 1970, was a collaborative project by architect Robin Boyd and photographer Mark Strizic. It was the first book which documented the architecture and personal design ideas of Robin Boyd. Strizic contributed not just the majority of the black and white photographs but also the book’s stylish graphic designHardcover with Dust JacketRBF Acquisition. Abebooks invoices and bookseller documents within. Discoloured spine.robin boyd, architecture, domestic - australia, marc strizic, architecture - australia, walsh st library -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Book, Robin Boyd, Living in Australia, 1970
“Living in Australia”, published in 1970, was a collaborative project by architect Robin Boyd and photographer Mark Strizic. It was the first book which documented the architecture and personal design ideas of Robin Boyd. Strizic contributed not just the majority of the black and white photographs but also the book’s stylish graphic designHardcover with Dust JacketRBF Acquisition.robin boyd, architecture, domestic - australia, marc strizic, architecture - australia, walsh st library -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Dress Jacket, Defence Department Australia, Corporal's Dress Jacket, 1940?
Baulch Family HistorySIgnificantKhaki Dress Jacket size ? Issued by Defence Department AustraliaSleeve (both sleeves) patches Red and Blue on a grey background. Brass "Australia" flashes on both shoulders. Corporal stripes and Star on Right sleeve. Australian medals x 4 on right chest: - 1939 - 45 Star, - Pacific Star, - 1939-45 Australian Service Medal, -War Medal. Rising Sun Collar badges x 2. Brass buttons (1 button missing lower front) -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, Surrey Hills: in celebration of the centennial 1883-1983, Reprinted November 1992
A pictorial history of Surrey Hills and Mont Albert based on information collected by the history group at the Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre. It includes information about early rural properties and dairies, the coming of the railway, land sub-division and early homes, doctors, schools, churches, parks and recreation facilities.A pictorial history of Surrey Hills based on information collected and based at the Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre. It includes early rural properties and diaries, the coming of the railway, land sub-division and early homes, schools, parks and recreation.1992surrey hills, railways, land use, migrants, spanish communities, transport, houses, wattle park, festivals and celebrations, churches, education, water supply, fire stations, hospitals, (mr) george klepper, ainger family, (mr) john woodhead, (mr) h. breedon, medical services, real estate agents, businesses, musical events and activities, entertainment, parks and reserves, scouts, guides -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, National Trust of Australia (Victoria), Yallambie House and environs and Yallambie Reserve: National Trust of Australia (Victoria) classification report, 1998
A collection of articles and documents relating to Yallambie House being added to the National Trust register in 1998. Includes a letter to he owners of Yallambie House, the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) classification report, and copies of newspaper clippings "Yallambie's on the Trust's register" (c1998), and , "Aid needed to restore site" (2005).Collection of articles and documents: 8 p., and newspaper clippingyallambie house, yallambie reserve, national trust of australia (victoria) -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, The History of Ormiston Girls' School 1849-1964
Ormiston, the oldest girls' school on the mainland of Australia, was due to merge with Camberwell Church of England Girls' Grammar School in February 1965. The rush to record its history prior to the merge resulted in this book. This includes a list of staff in 1964 and some students.This was paid for - photocopied by Box Hill Historical Society (Jennifer Elder) as there are no more copies available. Jennifer Elder is "Honorary" Ormiston ArchivistOrmiston, the oldest girls' school on the mainland of Australia, was due to merge with Camberwell Church of England Girls' Grammar School in February 1965. The rush to record its history prior to the merge resulted in this book. This includes a list of staff in 1964 and some students.girls' schools, 1964, (miss) annie henderson, education, ormiston girls' school, (master) charles russell, (miss) v may, mont albert, (miss) annie ainslie, (miss) lydia w small, melbourne, (miss) - nimmo, leopold crescent, (miss) elizabeth singleton, (miss) anna singleton, (miss) winifred merriman, (miss) jessie henderson, (miss) k mcewan, centenary ball, (miss) n harbert -
Unions Ballarat
Journal of Australasian mining history 2007, Australian Mining History Association, 2007
Periodical/journal: "Embracing all aspects of mining history, mining archaeology and heritage." Articles by various contributors Copper Triangle’s Spanish Legacy: Leaching the Waste Dumps at Moonta Mines 1901-1944. Australian Geochemical Mineral Exploration: It all began at Moonta through V.P. Sokoloff. Hegemony, localism and ethnicity: The ‘Welsh’ mining communities of Currawang and Frogmore in southern New South Wales. A Thirsty and Confusing Diggings: The Albert Goldfield, Milparinka-Tibooburra, north-western NSW. ‘Another Broken Hill’: The Mount Deddick Silver-Lead Field. Michael Dineen O’Keeffe: Union Leader - a ‘colourful personality. Radium Hill: Bindi To Boom Town. Tragedy on the Strickland: Jack Hides and the Investors Ltd Expedition of 1937 COMMENTS Observations on the History of the Blackwater Gold Mine. Comment on Brian R. Hill, ‘A Reinterpretation of the History of the Acquisition of the Blackwater Gold Mine’, Journal of Australasian Mining History, vol. 4, September 2006, pp. 156-165. BOOK REVIEWS Bullfinch and the Yilgarn Goldfield, Hesperian Press, Victoria Park, Western Australia, 2007; xvi +265pp Reviewer: Lenore Layman, Murdoch University Fool’s Gold: Myths and Legends of Gold seeking in Australia, Lothian Books, Sydney, 2006. Reviewer: Philip Payton, Exeter University Relevant to Australian and New Zealand history, particularly around miners and mining.Paperback. Front cover: crème coloured background; black and white photo; red and black lettering; 180 pages.Front cover: title and publisher.btlc, ballarat trades and labour council, ballarat trades hall, history - mining, moonta mines, albert goldfield, milparinka-tibooburra, mount deddick, michael dineen o'keeffe, radium hill, strickland, investers ltd, blackwater gold mine, bullfinch, yilgam goldfield, gold -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, Correspondence from the Association of Professional Engineers Australia to Ballarat School of Mines, 02/06/1971
The Association of Professional Engineers Australia corresponded with Ballarat School of Mines requesting confirmation of Diploma Elect. qualifications of John Alexander Pollock. E. J. Barker from the Ballarat School of Mines responded in the affirmative..1) Quarto paper on Associatio of Professional Engineers, Australia letterhead .2).2 Typing Paper.1) - Letterhead - The Association of Professional Engineers Australia, including logoassociaiton of professional engineers, australia, j.a. gilmour, john alexander pollock, ballarat school of mines -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Booklet, Institute of Architects of NSW Opening Address
The opening address of Thomas Rowe, President of the Institute of Architects was delivered on 2 May 1888. It is subtitled "Early History, its Struggles and its present Position".Blue cover, 11 pages, the last blank page appears to be cut and removed.Penciled A on top right corner. -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Book, Whitfield, L..A. M.A.,L.L.B, Founders of the Law in Australia, 1971
A history of the development of law in the Australian Colonies, and lives and achievements of the lawmakers. Contains illustrations and index.law, government -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 14
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Excerpt from the launch of Carols by Candlelight with Marina Prior. Valerie Thomas interviews Christine Simpson about her role on the Client Representative Council. Stephen concludes with Megan Denyer speaking about tickets to Carols by Candlelight.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, stephen jolley, christine simpson, megan denyer -
Nhill & District Historical Society Inc.
Book - Tattyara, Leslie James Blake, A History of Kaniva and District, 1981
This book has 373 pages of History of Kaniva and District containing maps, illustrations and portraits.The book has a yellow cover with black print and is in excellent condition.non-fictionThis book has 373 pages of History of Kaniva and District containing maps, illustrations and portraits.kaniva - history, author - les blake, australian history, tattyara, l.j. blake, agricultural colonies, australia - victoria -
Clunes Museum
Book, FIRST PUBLISHED BY THE ROYAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF VIC. INC, "FACES OF FEDERATION", 2000
A PICTORIAL HISTORY OF FEDERATION IN AUSTRALIA FROM 1901 TO 2001 BY THE ROYAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA.local history, document, book, history -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 11
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Stephen chats with Brian Hardy about the transformation of the printed word into accessible formats, Valerie Thomas interviews Michael Simpson, General Manager of Policy and Advocacy, and Kate Gniel updates on Carols by Candlelight and sale of Christmas cards and calendars.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, stephen jolley, brian hardy, michael simpson, kate gniel -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Macdougall, A.K, Australians at War: a pictorial history, 2007
Australians have fought in overseas wars for more that a century and created a legend on land, sea and in the air. This new edition of a famous pictorial history, constantly reprinted since its publication in 1991, brings their remarkable story up to date and includes an account of recent operations in Timor, Afghanistan and Iraq.Australians At War - A Pictorial History: Updated edition: Australia's battles from the Boer War to Iraq, 2007.Australians have fought in overseas wars for more that a century and created a legend on land, sea and in the air. This new edition of a famous pictorial history, constantly reprinted since its publication in 1991, brings their remarkable story up to date and includes an account of recent operations in Timor, Afghanistan and Iraq.australia – history, military, world war 1914-1918 - australia, world war, 1939-1945 - australia, vietnam war (1961-1975) -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 6
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Robyn speaks with Cath McKay at educational programs at the College, Valerie chats with Board Member Kevin Murfitt on winning the title of World Champion Blind Water-skier, and Robyn concludes Stephanie Kain and the Client Satisfaction Survey and the Christmas card catalogue.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, robyn mckenzie, cath mckay, kevin murfitt, stephanie kain -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 2
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Further look at the launch of VA with departing General Manager of Marketing and Design Carol Ireland, Valerie interviews David Brent, chairman of the Client Representative Council and Stephen speaks to archivist Anna Fairclough about the archives and contributions for the Time Capsule project.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, stephen jolley, valerie thomas, carol ireland, david brent, anna fairclough -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Card, Jack Montgomery, Ringwood Mail Christmas Greetings Card with potted history 1965.Reproduced from the original drawings completed on site by Artist-Historian, Jack Montgomery
Christmas Greetings Card from Ringwood and Croydon Mail, with sketch of the Mail Office on the front, and a potted history of the building inside the card. At the end of the summary: "Reproduced from the original drawing of THE OLD RINGWOOD MAIL" by Artist-Historian Jack Montgomery, Upwey Vic". "Drawn from Sketches completed on the Site -1965"Printed inside cover of card is a potted history of the building. -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 19
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Stephen chats with Kevin Murfitt about the merger of 4 organisations into 1 to improve the quality of service. Valerie Thomas interviews Colin Pascoe, who volunteers in the day centre teaching leather work. Finally Kate Gniel provides a wrap up of Carols by Candlelight.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, stephen jolley, kevin murfitt, colin pascoe, kate gniel -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 23
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Robyn McKenzie speaks with Colleen Tom, Program Manager for Volunteer Services. Clare Bilton-Roos discusses chats about authors and books. Valerie Thomas interviews Betty Banto about the Client Representative Council, and Kate Gniel provides an update from Marketing Department.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, robyn mckenzie, colleen tom, clare bilton-roos, betty banto, kate gniel -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book - Book on stories in British History - Part I, Stories in British History - Part I
Book of 'Stories of British History', used by Edith FingerGrey notebook with dark blue writing with Edith Finger Grade V on cover and inside.Stories in British History - Part I, B.C 55 to A.D.1558, a first course in British history by William Eillies, M.A. 1/9 Edith Finger Grade V.finger edith, school, british history, william eillies -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Functional object - Kodak 'Retinette' Camera and Case, 1950s
a) Kodak 'Retinette' camera made in Germany. Silver and black. 'Retinette' engraved on front b) Brown leather case for (a). Made in Kingsgrove NSW. 'Retinette' embossed on lid of case, 'Kodak' on front. Piece of elastoplast inside lid with 'Grant High School' written in biro. Maker's details embossed underside of case.kodak, camera, retinette, vintage camera -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 29
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Robyn McKenzie interviews David Woodbridge, senior adaptive technology consultant. Siobhan Dennis provides an update about new library books. Valerie Thomas interviews Mark Boyd from Client Representative Council, then Kate Gneil concludes with a discussion about the Further Education Bursary.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, kate gniel, robyn mckenzie, david woodbridge, siobhan dennis, mark boyd -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 27
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Stephen Jolley interviews Sharon Redmond about the Rye Sand Sculpting exhibition. Siobhan Dennis provides an update on new books in the library. Valerie Thomas chats with client John Pollack and Kate Gneil, from Public Relations, discusses the Commonwealth Games Queen’s Baton Relay holders.1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, stephen jolley, siobhan dennis, sharon redmond, john pollack, kate gniel -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 31
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Stephen Jolley speaks with Julie Scott from the Adapt Centre about equipment solutions. Robyn talks with Siobhan Dennis about new titles from the Library. Valerie Thomas’s guest is Michael Simpson and Robyn chats with Kate Gniel about news from Marketing Department1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, kate gniel, robyn mckenzie, julie scott, siobhan dennis, michael simpson -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 41
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Stephen Jolley talks to Brendon Lillywhite about a major consolidated process of client services. Siobhan Dennis discusses new books in the library. Valerie Thomas interviews Frank Bartoli who has been awarded OAM. Finally, Kate Gniel has news of happenings around the organisation. 1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, stephen jolley, brendon lillywhite, siobhan dennis, frank bartoli, kate gniel -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Vision Australia, Around Vision Australia: Episode 38
Covering issues and news about Vision Australia and the opportunities it provides for clients, volunteers and staff. Host: Stephen Jolley with guest interviews by Valerie Thomas. Robyn McKenzie interviews Ros Martin about her nomination as a finalist in Barnardo’s Mother of the Year Award. Clare Bilton-Roos looks at books about male adventurers. Valerie Thomas speaks with Renee Williamson, tertiary education coordinator. Kate Gniel updates from Marketing Department1 digital sound file in WAV formatradio shows, vision australia, valerie thomas, kate gniel, robyn mckenzie, ros martin, clare bilton-roos, renee williamson