The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.There are eight typed copy pages of Minutes of Conference convened by Nurses' Board of Victoria, Hospital and Charities Commission, NDSN and associated hospitals 15th February 1957. Chairman of the Nurses Board gave an overview of the setup and continuation of the NDSN. Discussion ensued on the necessary movement of students between hospitals and the benefits and problems.In ink on page 7 a phrase is added and an inked line is against the statement of Mr McClelland of Echuca.nurse education, ndsn hospitals

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.There are six typed pages of a Report to the Executive Committee 10.8.59. Topics covered: Intake of students, plan of training, Classroom accommodation, Administrative block and Office requirements, Hostel Accommodation, building programme.In ink on page 7 a phrase is added and an inked line is against the statement of Mr McClelland of Echuca.nurse education, ndsn hospitals, future needs

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Three copies of the Minutes of the Inaugural meeting of the Bendigo Branch Committee of the Royal Victorian College of Nursing held at Lister House Monday 12th October 1953. There is one copy of a Financial Statement.In pencil at top right of one copy ‘1953’nurse education, nursing administration

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.List of numbers of students graduating from the NDSN since inception to 1975 together with numbers for individual hospitals.In pencil at top right ‘To 1975’nurse education, nursing administration, statistics

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Minutes of meeting of Committee of Management on 22nd December 1954 included approval of letter to Hospitals and Charities Commission re structure of hospitals and training and membership of the NDSN and sale of the McEniry property.In pencil at top right “ Dec 1954’nurse education, ndsn hospitals

Black hard covered book of 1038 pp with index, colour and b/w.illus. binding is textured with leather spine and corners. the book begins with a colour fold-out figure of a pregnant woman plus other colour plates. Page edges are marbled. The envelope in the back contains a small booklet,"Directions for Emergency Confinement In The Home" non-fictionnursing, medicine, eulalia richards, eulalia s richards, medical, women, scarlet fever, diptheria

This cape was on display at the University of Ballarat School of Nursing before being given to the curator. A purple lined (double layer) wool nurse cape. It has a collar and stitched down epaulettes on the shoulders and a hook and eye fastening at the neckline.Written in marking pen on a piece of tape stitched to the back lining - J. Barbernursing, nurse cape, purple cape, costume, textiles

Northern District School of Nursing student memories. Regional Nurse Educator, Echuca memories.Pages a and b are a description of working as a Regional Nurse Educator in Echuca in 1972. Pages c to h are antics and anecdotes of Echuca nurses in School 68 accompanied with photographs.The name Janet Whelan appears written in pen on page 3797.7aechuca district hospital., ndsn school 68, lister house, mayfort

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Four handwritten letters of memories of attending NDSN PTS 5 compiled by Margaret Theobold (nee McNiven). all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Sixteen pages of memories compiled by Bev Stapleton (nee Todd) of attending NDSN, PTS 41 & 42, commencing in 1959: two pages of memories of NDSN lister House seven pages of photographs of fellow nursing graduates one obituary for Marjorie Scott (4.2.1918 - 5.3.1998) six pages of documents for Bendigo Base Hospital Graduation ceremonyall documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Two handwritten pages of memories of attending NDSN compiled by Irene Tedkonis (nee Dankers); who started at Lister House in 1950 (no PTS referenced), and the letter referral by Betty Fraser for inclusion in the source material for the NDSN book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Two typed pages of memories compiled by Gay Stanway (nee Jacqueline Gay Cottrell) of attending NDSN, PTS 6. Two envelopes addressed to Gay Stanway & Jenny Clutterbuck.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Four typed pages of memories of attending NDSN School PTS 1, compiled by Dot Strauch (nee Grenfell). The report covers: Pre-school days, After acceptance in 1950, The Beginning, Lister House, Tutors and Tutorials, The Students 39 inaugural student nurses and In Conclusion. Plus sixteen B&W photographs of students in uniform and during recreation. all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Two-page handwritten letter of memories of attending NDSN PTS 3 compiled by Margaret Talbot (nee Whiting), a typed version of the written submission; and three photocopied photographs of trainee nurses (names written on back of photos.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Four pages of memories compiled by Helen Stevens (nee Phillips) of attending NDSN, PTS 30. Learning principles and memories.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Two handwritten pages of recollection compiled by Lois Royle; who attended the last NDSN school PTS. Lois describes three activities and hi-jinks by trainee nurses. all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Fourteen pages of memories compiled by Nancy Shaw of attending NDSN, PTS 25 and 26: five printed pages of memories two pages of photos two medical and surgical exam papers one handwritten response from the author all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Three handwritten pages of memories compiled by Jenneice Spencely (nee Flannagan) of attending NDSN, PTS 29. The author covers home sickness at 17 years in 1956, and a request to see Bill Haley and the Conets in Melbourne requiring an exception to the late curfew.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo, by Bendigo Modern Press.Four A4 pages of personal stories and one page of correspondence from Erica Lightbody. Photocopy of a photo of Norma Squires, Erica Lightbody and Judith Parry 1952 - out of uniform. All for information from Erica (Lightbody) Meredith for the NDSNGA Inc. publication - "The First of its Kind".all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"., four a4 pages of personal anecdotes, one page of correspondence and a photocopy of a photo

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in Australia in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by Bendigo Modern Press.Photocopy of an Invalid Cookery Certificate for Judith Johns, Bendigo High School. Information for the NDSNGA Inc. publication - The First of its Kind.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"., three a4 pages including the certificate of invalid cookery. two pages of email correspondence.

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Seven pages of memories compiled by Dorothy Schultz (nee Ward) of attending NDSN Lister House from 1959 in PTS 41. Four pages of typed memories of routines, uniforms, lessons, stories A nursing quote (unattributed) Acceptance to commencing training on Wed 18th 1959 list of equipment on commencement of a preliminary training schoolthe first of its kind., nursing

The nurse uniform is worn by nurses for hygiene and identification. Worn by students at the Ballarat College of Advanced Education School of Nursing.White button up "Ben Casey" style shirt with a single top pocket on left chest. There are 4 buttons on right side and 3 buttons at the shoulder of the right side. and a round reinforced neckline. The pocket patch says Ballarat C.A.E. Nursing with emblem.nurse uniform, male nurse uniform, nurse shirt, professional, ballarat college of advanced education nursing, costume, textiles, ben casey

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Eight photographs of nurses in training and relaxingTyped memories and CD containing eight photos of general nursing and recreation activities nurses from NDSN PTS 66 (1965). Two pages of typed memories and nine photos of training and recreation of the nurses attending NDSN PTS 66all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". One typed page on memories of the start-up of NDSN at Lister House First intake of nurses to get into NDSN 1950 starting at Lister House. To commence a standardised nurse's training. Bendigo was chosen as a central location involving the cooperation of several hospitals Bendigo, Mildura & Swan Hill Base hospitals plus smaller hospitals in Echuca, Castlemaine, Dunolly St. Arnoaud, Ouyen & Kyneton. Single typed page of memories on yellow paper covers the start-up of the school and the training for the nurses.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by Bendigo Modern Press. NDSN typed correspondence from Jean McArthur PTS 62.NDSN typed correspondence from Jean McArthur PTS 62, April 2015, for the NDSNGA Inc. publication - "The First of its Kind". all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"., single hand-written page of reflections

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo, by Bendigo Modern Press. Three pages of emailed correspondence from Fay Bourke.Three A4 pages of personal stories and one page of correspondence from Erica Lightbody. All for information from Fay Bourke for the NDSNGA Inc. publication - "The First of its Kind".all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"., four a4 pages of personal anecdotes, one page of correspondence and a photocopy of a photo

School 77 Nursing Student Kaye Wilson holding a small child. Photos is taken 1st Feb 1971. Castlemaine StudentBlack and white photo. Nurse is wearing glasses and hair is tied back with cap on head. Child is wearing a 2 piece outfit. 3 photos of same.writing on back with detailsnursing history, nursing information

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Four typed pages of Joan O'Shea's memories of the start-up of NDSN at Lister House Four pages of memories of attending the first-year start-up of the NDSN at Lister House Bendigo by Joan O'Shea. The school was responsible for students from as far as Mildura to Kyneton, and embraced Base Hospitals and small district hospitals. the first year of the course had to put up the modification of Lister House while lectures and private study worked with the construction works.all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Photocopy of the badge presented to students of PTS 100 by the committee of NDSN graduates Association, provided by Judith Ferris.NDSN - photocopy of the badge presented to students of PTS 100 by the committee of NDSN Graduates Association. Badge provided by Judith Ferris. all documents were regarding the compilation of the ndsnga inc. book "the first of its kind"., three typed pages