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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - The National Mutual Life Association of Australasia Limited Bonus Certificate and Letter of Payout from the Sandhurst and Northern District Trustees, 1934 and 1937
Emanated from the National Insurance Company of Australasia and was formed in 1869 in Melbourne. It expanded across Australia and amalgamated with many smaller Mutual societies. In 1983 it merged with T & G Mutual Life Society and expanded further through the Asia-Pacific area.Norman Henderson Obituary from the Bendigo Advertiser 2003 and the Victorian Railways News Letter Cover November 1962 Photocopies.history, bendigo, national mutual life association of australasia limited -
Bayside Gallery - Bayside City Council Art & Heritage Collection
Photograph, Department of Crown Lands and Survey, Victoria, Brighton, Brighton East and Bentleigh, c. 1965-71
The Department of Crown Lands and Survey (1857-1983) was responsible for the administration of survey and mapping and the sale, occupation and management of crown land throughout its existence. This aerial photograph shows parts of Brighton, Brighton East and Bentleigh and was taken circa 1965-71.brighton, department of crown lands and survey, aerial photograph, bayside, port phillip bay, map, cartographic material, bentleigh, brighton east, dendy park, dendy street, centre road, nepean highway, south road, football -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Official opening of the Donovan Joynt VC Memorial Sportsman's Club
Programme for the opening of the Donovan Joynt VC Memorial Sportsman's Club. See also Cat Nos. 01303,01349-52. Lieutenant General Sir Phillip Bennett KBE, AO, DSO, Chief of the General Staff, opened the building on 23 March 1983.Further information indicating the high regard in which Donovan Joynt was held.Beige A4 paper printed double sided with black type.donovan joynt, memorial -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Badge - Councillor I J (John) Macaulay & Mrs Monica Macaulay
Wodonga was declared Victoria’s first Rural City in 1973. John Macaulay was appointed to the first Council. John was born in Melbourne but moved to the Wodonga district as a teenager. During World War II he joined the infantry and served in New Guinea. After the war he took up a farm in Gundowring but due to war-related health issues, John and his wife Monica semi-retired to Wodonga in 1967. He was elected to Council in a by-election in 1973. John continued to serve on the Wodonga Council until 1991 including four terms as Mayor from 1982–1983, 1983–1994, 1987–1988 and 1990–1991. John Macaulay died in Wodonga in 2012.These badges are significant because they were worn by a Wodonga Council Mayor and Mayoress.A collection of name badges for the Mayor and Lady Mayoress of the Rural City of Wodonga. john macaulay, wodonga mayors, wodonga civic leaders -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, From "White Knowle" to "Pumpkin Point", 2004
Peter Nixon, the author of this book, grew up on the family farm on the Snowy River. He entered Federal Parliament in 1961 as the Member for Gippsland, holding various portfolios before retiring in 1983. The Nixon family has been in the Orbost district since 1885.This book records the history of the Nixon family and its association with Orbost.A book, titled From White Knowle to Pumpkin Point, the Nixons from 1593. On the cover is a coloured photograph of Pumpkin Point, taken by Peter Nixon, the author. There is a b/w photograph of James Nixon, with the caption, James Nixon 1832-1899 and Family, beneath it. The book is a compilation of stories and b/w photographs of the the first three generations of Nixons in Australia. There is a brief history of the Nixons in 1593 - the earliest records.2136.1 has "With compliments Peter Nixon 6/7/04" inside.nixon-family orbost-history nixon-james pumpkin-point snowy-river -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Folder, Reid, Ian
Ian Reid began his real estate career in Eltham and opened his own agency on Bolton Street, Eltham, in 1983. Contents Newspaper advertisement: "End of an Era", Diamond Valley Leader, 10 February 2010. History of Ian Reid's career.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcian reid real estate, vendor advocacy australia, ian reid & staff, fletchers -
Greensborough Historical Society
Advertising Leaflet, Barry Plant Greensborough, 2 Paton Court Greensborough, 17/07/2018
Real estate advertisement for 2 Paton Court Greensborough, a 3 bedroom house. Originally listed by Barry Plant, this house was still on market in February 2019 for $879,000. Previous sales: March 2017 for $800,000; March 2004 $261,000 and February 1983 for $48,000.Real estate advertisement black text and colour photographpaton court greensborough -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
Photograph/postcard, 'La Belle' Guest House, Emerald, Vic, c 1940's
Tim Kennedy built 'La Belle' Guest House circa 1890 - 1920. It became 'The Grange' sometime after 1942. The guest house was on Belgrave/Gembrook Road between IGA and the Shell Petrol Station. Unfortunately the guest house was demolished around 1983.Guest houses of the DandenongsSepia postcard, Rose Series depicting early guest house in EmeraldFront: The Rose Series Postcard, 'La Belle' Guest House, Emerald Vic. Back:: (handwritten) Dear Miss Hartnell, Just to wish you a Happy Xmas and bright new year I hope and trust that your health is better it was just twelve months yesterday since I returned from Olinda how time flies Doesent it, with all good wishes yours sincerely B George'la belle', the grange, tim kennedy -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - A E Wearne & Son Coachbuilders, Port Melbourne, Jack GOULD, C. 1950s
From a box of photographs in Nancy U'REN's papers used during research for her thesis, The Early Growth and Development of Sandridge (1976) and/or her book with Noel TURNBULL, A History of Port Melbourne (1983). Jack GOULD probably created this from an earlier photograph.Black and white photograph of the premises of A E Wearne & Son, Coachbuilders.a e wearne & son, nancy u'ren nee morris -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Aerial view of Port Melbourne piers and foreshore, Jack GOULD
From a box of photographs in Nancy U'REN's papers used during research for her thesis, The Early Growth and Development of Sandridge (1976) and/or her book with Noel TURNBULL, A History of Port Melbourne (1983). Jack GOULD probably created this from an earlier photograph.Black and white aerial photograph showing the Port Melbourne foreshore and the piers from Princes Pier to Lagoon Pier and beyond. C. 1922-23.piers and wharves - princes pier, piers and wharves - town pier, piers and wharves - lagoon pier, foreshore, piers and wharves - railway pier, nancy u'ren nee morris -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Railway Pier, Port Melbourne, Jack GOULD
From a box of photographs in Nancy U'REN's papers used during research for her thesis, The Early Growth and Development of Sandridge (1976) and/or her book with Noel TURNBULL, A History of Port Melbourne (1983). Jack GOULD probably created this from an earlier photograph.Black and white photograph looking along Railway Pier with many sailing ships berthed on either side. C. 1880s.piers and wharves - railway pier, transport - shipping, nancy u'ren nee morris -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph - copy, Tatura shops 1946-47, 1946-47
Collivers mixed business and milk bar from 1946-1983, 161 Hogan Street Tatura. Original J. M. Parker Chemist. 159 Hogan Street Tatura. Part of other building shown, later occupied by J. M. Parker, chemist. Black and white photograph of shops, J. M. Parker, chemist and Collivers Milk Bar. Large advertising signs a feature on top of shopCollivers milk bar, J. M. Parker Chemist 1946-47j. m. parker chemist, 159 hogan street tatura, 161 hogan street tatura, collivers milk bar -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: SMILES
The Marist Brothers arrived in Bendigo in 1893 and began classes for boys in makeshift classrooms at St Killians. By the next year they had moved to a permanent school in McCrae Street. In 1983 Marist amalgamated with St Mary's to form a co-educational school, "Catholic College.Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2003. Smiles: Marist Brothers College grade four students in 1946. Back row from left: T. Thompson, G. Phillips, M. Costello, R. Epworth, A. Flood. Fourth row: D. Astern, G. Whelan, R. Mustey, J. Peate, B. Board, A. Leach, J. Nelson, L. O'Brien. Third row: L. Laity, R. Marriott, E. Jenkins, R. Burns, D. Mann, P. Ryan, A. Young, I. Raeburn. Second row: G. Bartlett, A. Gibbin, B. O'Farrell, N. Johnson, J. Gill, B. Heard, M. Hutchinson. Front row: B. Burtonclay, F Burtonclay, J. Buck, B. Mitchell, F. Green and B. O'Mahony. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - AT HEART WITH THE YOUNG - MARIST BROTHERS BENDIGO 1893 - 1993, 1993
The Marist Brothers arrived in Bendigo in 1893 and began classes for boys in makeshift classrooms at St Killians. By the next year they had moved to a permanent school in McCrae Street. In 1983 Marist amalgamated with St Mary's to form a co-educational school, "Catholic College.Softcover book. Blue with white printing on cover and assorted black and white photographs of school groups and teachers. Contains 159 pages with contents and a listing of all Marist Brothers who were at the Bendigo campus, black and white photos and commentary summarising the history of the Marist Brothers in Bendigo.Breda Phillipseducation, bendigo, la trobe university bendigo campus -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - New Works Plan, 1898
Map traced from a photocopy of :- Map TP8A Bairnsdale. 'Site. Sand Hummocks of Lakes Entrance'. Drawn by John Lardner 18 January 1898. Scale two chains to one inch. ( A photocopy of this map in Latrobe Library map collection, June 1983)Black and white photograph showing sketch map of 1898 by John Lardner Plan of Sites - sand hummocks. Drawing shows sites of buildings at entrance along Cunninghame Arm shoreline at Lakes Entrance, Victoria.land settlement, plan -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Postcard, Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, Tram 442 - Restaurant tram, c1983
Postcard featuring the first Melbourne Restaurant tram No. 442, by The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. On the rear has the contact details and Reservations number and address. Possibly the first card produced by the Company as it gives a Brighton address. Operations commenced late 1982 or early 1983.Demonstrates the work of the Colonial Tramcar RestaurantPostcard - full colour, divided back.tramways, tramcars, colonial tramcar restaurant, tram 442, restaurant tram -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - Fur Coat, early to mid 20th century
This coat came from the McFadyen/Mathieson family. Lois McFadyen' s mother was Annie Beryl Mathieson who married John Harman in Nullawarre in 1939. Annie Beryl died in Macarthur in 1983. The coat may have been made from rabbit fur.This coat is retained as a fine example of an item of women's clothing worn as a fashion statement in the early to mid 20th century.This is a brown fur coat with a collar and long sleeves. The coat is lined with brown material. It has a metal clip at the waist level and has long tapes inside the coat.women's vintage clothing -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - Lady's silk underwear, 1930s
These items were hand sewn by Annie Beryl Mathieson, the daughter of Alexander and Elizabeth Mathieson who lived at Naringal. The silk came from China, via family connections. Annie Beryl Mathieson married John Harman in 1939, lived at Macarthur and died there in 1983.These items are retained as mementos of the type of clothing made and worn by women in the early to mid 20th century.1 Cream silk lady's panties with hand embroidery on the lower legs. There is an opening on one side with two buttons .2 Cream silk sleeveless nightgown with hand embroidery at the neck and on the front. There are two ties attached to the sides of the front. vintage women's clothing, silk clothing -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Folder, McMahon, Andrew
An interview with Andrew McMahon, who was completing his Ph.D. on fire ecology, describing past major fires and fire programs. Contents Newspaper article: "Land of fire", Diamond Valley News, 12 April, 1983, Andrew McMahon was completing a Ph.D. on fire ecology. Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etc -
National Wool Museum
Book, Australian Costume and Textile Society
"Context: Australian Costume and Textile Society journal" June, 1983. Special issue, marking the occasion of the Society chainging its name from the Textile Museum of Australia Association to the Australian Costume and Textile Society, and the handing over of their textile collection to the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney.fashion handicrafts - history, australian costume and textile society powerhouse museum, fashion, handicrafts - history -
Melbourne Legacy
Newspaper - Document, newspaper, Donovan Joynt VC Memorial Sportsman's Club
The first two clippings, date 29 March 1983, refer to the opening of the Puckapunyal Sportsman's Club and the third to the 1975 publication of Joynt's book 'Saving the Channel Ports - 1918'. Came from an album of items collected about the life of Legatee Joynt, Cat No. 01588. Highlights Legatee Joynt's long relationship with Melbourne Legacy and the esteem in which he was held.Black and white newspaper clippings x 3, two loose and one glued to a white paper sheet with two vertical red lines.donovan joynt, memorial -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
Book, Beauty from Ashes A Church Grows From the Bushfires of Ash Wednesday, 1987
The town of Cockatoo was destroyed by fire in 1983. This book tells the story of the building up of the parish of St. Luke's Anglican Church and the building of the Church in the four years following the fires. It is written by Peter Crawford who became the vicar of the Emerald-Cockatoo parish on the outskirts of Melbourne.Soft cover. Signed by the author Peter Crawfordst. lukes church, cockatoo, peter crawford -
Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic History
Equipment - Laryngeal Mask Airway, Ambu, Ambu, USA, 2004
This is a recent example of a Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA). The LMA was invented in 1983 by British anaesthetist, Archie Brain. The LMA revolutionised anaesthetic practice and by 1995 had been used in excess of 100 million patients and was available in more than 80 countries throughout the world. Green transparent plastic tube connected to a laryngeal maskPrinted in black ink on green plastic tubing: Ambularyngeal mask, brain, archie, airway, ambu -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Photos of last houses to face demolition at Camberwell. c1970s, c1983
One of the last houses to face demolition.Single fronted weatherboard with striped veranda blind, brick chimney over front rooms with TV aerial. Green painted walls. Red painted iron roof over veranda and under veranda rail. Adjacent to Target entrance.The 'Miss Stayput' house in the car park out the front of Target in Camberwell. You can even see the Target logo on the building. The house was owned by Mary Campigli, who defied the council order to move, and won her case in court. She stayed in the house, surrounded by a car park until she died in 1983 at the age of 94. The house was finally demolished soon after. -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Timber salvage during demolition of former Templestowe Cool Store, c.November 1974, November 1974
Timber beams were salvalged by George Coop and incorporated into extensions undertaken to 68 Mount Pleasant Road, Eltham. Timber collection/storage for the house extension took years and much was stored on the front lawn for nearly ten years. The renovations were undertaken c.1983.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodak Plus-X black and white negative transparency68 mount pleasant road, george coop collection, templestowe cool store, eltham, houses -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Timber salvage during demolition of former Templestowe Cool Store, c.November 1974, November 1974
Timber beams were salvalged by George Coop and incorporated into extensions undertaken to 68 Mount Pleasant Road, Eltham. Timber collection/storage for the house extension took years and much was stored on the front lawn for nearly ten years. The renovations were undertaken c.1983.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodak Plus-X black and white negative transparency68 mount pleasant road, george coop collection, templestowe cool store, eltham, houses -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Timber salvage during demolition of former Templestowe Cool Store, c.November 1974, November 1974
Timber beams were salvalged by George Coop and incorporated into extensions undertaken to 68 Mount Pleasant Road, Eltham. Timber collection/storage for the house extension took years and much was stored on the front lawn for nearly ten years. The renovations were undertaken c.1983.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodak Plus-X black and white negative transparency68 mount pleasant road, george coop collection, templestowe cool store, eltham, houses -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Timber salvage during demolition of former Templestowe Cool Store, c.November 1974, November 1974
Timber beams were salvalged by George Coop and incorporated into extensions undertaken to 68 Mount Pleasant Road, Eltham. Timber collection/storage for the house extension took years and much was stored on the front lawn for nearly ten years. The renovations were undertaken c.1983.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodak Plus-X black and white negative transparency68 mount pleasant road, george coop collection, templestowe cool store, eltham, houses -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Timber salvage during demolition of former Templestowe Cool Store, c.November 1974, November 1974
Timber beams were salvalged by George Coop and incorporated into extensions undertaken to 68 Mount Pleasant Road, Eltham. Timber collection/storage for the house extension took years and much was stored on the front lawn for nearly ten years. The renovations were undertaken c.1983.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodak Plus-X black and white negative transparency68 mount pleasant road, george coop collection, templestowe cool store, eltham, houses -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Timber salvage during demolition of former Templestowe Cool Store, c.November 1974, November 1974
Timber beams were salvalged by George Coop and incorporated into extensions undertaken to 68 Mount Pleasant Road, Eltham. Timber collection/storage for the house extension took years and much was stored on the front lawn for nearly ten years. The renovations were undertaken c.1983.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodak Plus-X black and white negative transparency68 mount pleasant road, george coop collection, templestowe cool store, eltham, houses