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Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation
44-minute video documentary on 1986 Victorian nurses strike, Running out of patience : the 1986 Victorian nurses strike, 1988
In October 1986, Victorian nurses began an historic strike action which was to last 50 days. This video is the nurses version of the dispute. Despite widespread condemnation mainly from the media, the nurses eventually won out for an appropriate career structure including significant pay increases. Actual strike footage together with nursing training films and old photographs explore vocational stereotypes and place the strike in the context of the current crisis in the health care system.44 minute video file (.mp4 multimedia format), transferred from original videocassette. In colour, with sound. Original was released with a booklet explaining the broader context for the documentary.labor, labour history, nurses, royal australian nursing federation, strikes, industrial action, film, trade unions, 1986 victorian nurses strike, nursing, strike action, unionism, campaigning, victoria, health system, staffing, australia, irene bolger, strikes and lockouts, history -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Speech, Opening of Donovan Joynt VC Club, Puckapunyal
Speech delivered by Lieutenant General Sir Phillip Bennett KBE, AO, DSO when he unveiled the Memorial Plaque and opened the Donovan Joynt VC Club at Puckapunyal on 23 March 1983. Sir Phillip Bennett himself had an illustrious career and was Chief of General Staff when he delivered this address; he became Chief of the Defence Force in 1984 and after retiring from the Army in 1987 he was appointed Governor of Tasmania. The fact that the opening was performed by the Chief of General Staff is evidence of the high regard in which Donovan Joynt was held.5 x photocopied typed sheets, black on white'Puckapunyal' handwrittendonovan joynt, memorial -
Melbourne Legacy
Newspaper - Article, Legacy gave them a hand, 1977
A newspaper article from 1977 that relates the story of a Legacy widow, Margaret Fisher and two of her daughters who were about to graduate Prahran CAE and begin secretarial careers. It was part of publicising Legacy week. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.A record of a widow and two junior legatees who had been helped by Legacy and whose story was published in the press in 1977.Newspaper article about two junior legatees that had been assisted by Legacy in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.Stamped '31 Aug 1977' in purple ink.legacy appeal, legacy week, junior legatees -
Melbourne Legacy
Magazine - Newsletter, Legacy Newsletter September 1959, 1959
The newsletter from September 1959. The cover featured Princess Alexandra who had visited Melbourne. The format was shorter than in previous years only 4 pages. A newsletter published by Legacy in a similar format for many years from 1942. Many articles on the work of Legacy, including features on boys classes, girls classes, camps, the residences. There are some suggestion for careers and some general interest articles. Usually some very interesting photos.Newsletter outlining news of Junior Legatee activities.Black and white printed newsletter x 4 pages from September 1959. Volume 12 Number 3.boys classes, activities, girls classes, royal visit -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, Kevin Reed, From the Goldfields to the G, 2014
An account of the development of Australian Rules football in both rural and suburban Victoria.This is a paper back book with a red and gold cover with a photograph of Costerfield Football Team, 1919 on the cover (335 pages) The book is signed inside by Kevin Reed non-fictionAn account of the development of Australian Rules football in both rural and suburban Victoria.warrnambool, kevin reed, dr john douglas, warrnambool cricket 1980's, warrnambool football 1970's 1980's -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter - Correspondence, Miss B.E. Jacka, Secretary of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Correspondence on Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (Incorporated) Letterhead, 1949, 03/05/1949
The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (The AusIMM) was founded in 1893 and provides services to professionals engaged in all facets of the global minerals sector. With a focus on providing leadership and opportunities to minerals industry professionals, the AusIMM delivers an ongoing program of professional development services to ensure our members are supported throughout their careers, enabling them to provide high-quality professional input to industry and the community. (http://www.ausimm.com.au/content/default.aspx?ID=94, Accessed 09 September 2015)Typed letter on the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy letterhead relating to the first Ordinary Meeting of the Institute. The letter is addressed to R.W. (Dick) Richards of the Ballarat School of Mines, and is signed by B.E. Jacka, Secretary of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.ausimm, australasian institute of mining and metallurgy, letterhead, r.w. richards, dick richards, b.e. jacka -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter - Correspondence, Miss B.E. Jacka, Secretary of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Correspondence on Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Letterhead, 1958, 15/12/1958
The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (The AusIMM) was founded in 1893 and provides services to professionals engaged in all facets of the global minerals sector. With a focus on providing leadership and opportunities to minerals industry professionals, the AusIMM delivers an ongoing program of professional development services to ensure our members are supported throughout their careers, enabling them to provide high-quality professional input to industry and the community. (http://www.ausimm.com.au/content/default.aspx?ID=94, accessed 09/09/2015)Typed correspondence, on the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy letterhead, relating to a students' essay competition. The letter is signed by the institute Secretary B.E. Jacka.australasian institute of mining and metallurgy, ausimm, b.e. jacka -
Wangaratta Art Gallery
Painting, Helen A'Beckett Read, Nocturne, 1980
Helen A’Beckett Read is a traditional painter who did not start her career until later in life. Her art style in Nocturne can be described as contemporary impressionism, as the use of a tonal colour palette and the style of brushstrokes are impressionistic while the style of the landscape depiction is contemporary. While Helen A’Beckett Read is an accomplished artist in her own merit, she is also a member of the famous Boyd family being the daughter of Arthur Boyd and Emma Minnie A'Beckett.ContemporaryRural City of Wangaratta Council Collection. Purchased with funds from the Wangaratta Arts Council.A landscape oil painting of a night scene painted in the traditional style using shades of blue, brown, green and yellow.Obverse: Helen Read/ 1980/wangaratta art gallery, helen a'beckett read, the boyd family, landscape, painting -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - BACHELOR OF ARTS (HUMANITIES), BENDIGO COLLEGE OF ADVANCED EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts (Humanities), Bendigo College of Advanced Education. 'The Western Tradition' History-Philosophy-Literature-Music-Art. About The Course.. Course Content.. Training.. Career Opportunities.. Admission Enquiries .. Write to: The Admissions Officer Department of Humanities. B.C.A.E., PO Box 199, Bendigo 3550. or telephone: 403229, 403475, 403225. School leavers require a successfully completed year 12 with English. A special entry scheme is available for mature-age entrants i.e. 21 or over. Cover: William Blake by Phillips. 'skilling and reskilling. .. Will probably occur at least three times for graduates entering the workforce in 1989 and who will not reach retirement age until 2030.' The Age, July 1988.education, bendigo, bendigo college of advanced educati, bachelor of arts (humanities), bendigo college of advanced education. 'the western tradition' history-philosophy-literature-music-art content training career opportunities.. admissions officer department humanities. b.c.a.e., po box 199, bendigo school leavers completed year 12 with english. special entry scheme for mature-age entrants i.e. 21 or over. william blake by phillips. 'skilling and reskilling. graduates workforce in 1989 retirement age until 2030.' the age, july 1988. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Legal record - Power of Attorney, 18/02/1862
Captain Mackenzie Luckie was born in 1821. From 1853 he commanded eight ships. He died on board the Michael Angelo off the coast of New Zealand in February 1875. After the ship arrived in Nelson, The Argus (Melbourne) reported on 12 February 1875 that Captain Luckie was found dead in his cabin, from heart disease. His appointed Attorney Mr George William Knight selected land in Sunbury in 1860 and then arrived in Bendigo on 2 April 1870. For more information about George William Knight see https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/227853797?searchTerm=george%20william%20knightCaptain McKenzie Luckie a. Document appointing George William Knight of Sunbury or elsewhere in the Colony of Victoria as a lawful attorney to act for Mackenzie Luckie of 15 Tredegar Square, Bow in the County of Middlesex (now London), Master Mariner. Dated 18 February 1862. Witnessed by William Charles White. Five page document - two blue flimsy sheets, one light card sheet and two grey flimsy sheets. b. Transcript from The Age (Melbourne) 27 November 1937. The letter from H. Daniel, Monte Video, South America, is responding to an earlier letter from the grand daughter of Captain Mackenzie Luckie. It includes a record of the career of Captain Luckie from 1853. captain mackenzie luckie, master mariner -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Remember Them, 2009
This guidebook shares the personal stories of the individuals honoured in 250 of Victoria's key war memorials. It covers metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, providing a unique insight into wartime history and the local heroes who fought overseas. Garrie Hutchinson has authored and edited over 30 books, In the early 1970s Hutchinson was heavily involved in anti-war activism and alternative journalism. From the late 1970s Hutchinson moved away from writing poetry and towards a journalistic career.This is a significant research tool.A 308 pp hard cover book with a dust jacket titled Remember Them, A guide to Victoria's Wartime Heritage. The author is Garrie Hutchinson. On the front cover is a photograph of a close-up image of a sculpture of a soldier. The text is dark grey.It is arranged geographically, with accompanying maps and photographs,military-history memorials-victoria -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, The Psalms & Church Hymnary, c.1920
This book belonged to Agnes Swinton (b.1900). She was the daughter of John and Charlotte Swinton of Warrnambool. Her father, John, was the fifth son of William and Ann Swinton who came to Warrnambool in 1854 and established a store in Timor Street. The Swinton family still operates a commercial business in the same street and the name ‘Swinton’ is well-known in Warrnambool. Agnes’ sister, Doris had a distinguished military career in World War Two and was a long-term Matron of the Warrnambool Hospital. This book is of considerable interest as it belonged to a member of the Swinton family which has been connected with Warrnambool’s history since the 1850s. This is a leather-covered book of 216 pages, plus a Supplement of 12 pages. The text is printed in two columns to a page. The front cover has gold lettering printed into the leather. The cover is a little crumpled and some of the pages are dog-eared. ‘August 1922’ ‘Agnes S. Swinton, ‘The Brae’, 4 Merri Crescent, Warrnambool’ swinton family, warrnambool, history of warrnambool, presbyterian church, warrnambool -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Folder, Moore, Peter
Peter Moore, football player for Collingwood, and Eltham resident. Contents Newspaper article: "Football: it's on again", Diamond Valley News, volume 34 not dated. Peter Moore has lived in Eltham for most of his life and started his career with the Eltham club. Newspaper article: "Peter Moore (Collingwood), unidentified source. Profile of Peter Moore. Newspaper article: "Bound for glory right from the start", Herald Sun, 7 June 2005. Profile of Peter Moore.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcpeter moore, eltham football club, collingwood football club -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - POSTCARD, PORTRAIT, 38th Infantry Battalion, c1916 - 1918
John Allan FLEMING enlisted on 19.1.1916 age 26 years 6 months in C Coy 38th Bn Regt No 873, appointed Cpl 5.3.1916 then Sgt 6.3.1916, appointed CSM 20.4.1916, embark for England 20.6.1916, he was appointed Lieutenant as he was hospitalised with fever on 18.8.1916, rejoin unit 24.8.1916, embark for France 22.11.1916, 28.11.1916 attached to 10th LTMBattery, discharged from the AIF on 5.5.1919. Post War he had a career in the CMF ending in 1945.This is a B & W photo of a boxer in bare fisted fighting stance. He has a tattooed chest which appears to be of a dragon. He is wearing dark coloured trunks and wearing a Championship belt. See Cat 6634, On the rear of the postcard, written in pencil, are the words Championship Boxing Belt (?8) BN 1st AIF. John Flemming. Donated by May John A Flemming.boxing, 38th battalion, 1st aif, passchendaele barracks trust collection -
Greensborough Historical Society
Document, John Samuel White 1837 to 1926, by Marilyn Smith, 15/11/1837
Life, family and career of John Samuel White (1837-1926), Greensborough resident, politician and long-time municipal councillor. Additional information from D. Slattery: "John Samuel White Family issue daughter Elizabeth Ann b 1863 Kyneton died 1896 South Yarra aged 30 BDM3867 Married 1891 Robert John Smith issue Victor Robert b 1892 d 1892 2mths, Elizabeth Ann b 1896 d 1898 2yrs "5 p., typescript, one sepia photographjohn samuel white, politicians -
Federation University Historical Collection
Photograph - black and white, Sergeant Neil Grant, 1900
Sergeant Neil Grant died from bullet wounds in the chest during the battle in Rensburg on 10 February 1900. Private Willson, quick to go to his aid, was killed instantly as he bent over the wounded man. He was well known in Ballarat for his military career and also as an auctioneer. He was 45 years of age, married and father of eight children. Other soldiers from Ballarat who were killed are Corporal Ross, Private Duncan Stock and Private Thomas Stock.Digital portrait from "In Memory of the Gallant Officers and Men of Victoria in Transvaal War, 1899-1900".sergeant neil grant, rensburg, private willson, ballarat, corporal ross, private duncan stock, private thomas stock -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Medal - British Medical Association medal associated with Professor F J Browne, Dublin, 1933, 1933 (approximate)
Francis James Browne died in Sydney 1963. He had a long career in obstetrics and gynaecology. Summary of appointments include: General Practice in Wales, Maternity Department of the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, 1st director of obstetric unit, University College Hospital London. Retired and continued postgraduate teaching in London and NSW. Married to Grace Cuthbert, who was director of Maternal and Baby Welfare in NSW. Collection of objects transferred from the Archives to the Museum collection found amongst Professor FJ Browne's papers.Square medal with ribbon. Medal is decorated with blue, green, and red enamel and has silver inserts. Medal design is divided vertically and horizontally by silver lines and carries the text, "B.M.A/DUBLIN/1933". There are three symbols on the upper section of the front of the medal. Top of medal is attached to a green grosgrain ribbon, which in turn is attached to a silver bar inscribed with the words "VICE-PRESIDENT/OBSTETRICS". Small stamp printed on back of medal.numismatics, british medical association -
Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic History
Wine coaster, MAPPIN & WEBB, 1985
In February 1984, Dean WM Crosby of ANZCA, admitted Dr. William Derek Wylie to the Honorary Fellowship of the Faculty of Anaesthetists of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Derek Wylie is one of the best known British Anaethetists and during his career devoted much of his attention to medical negligence and its prevention. He lectured and wrote extensively and is noted as the co-author of one of the most widely read textbooks on anaesthesia, 'A Practice of Anaesthesia', which was translated into several languages.Sterling silver wine coaster with ribbed pattern on top border and turned wooden base.With gratitude DEREK WYLIE HON. FFARACS, 1984 Engraved on base: MAPPIN & WEBB LTD. Hallmarks [Makers mark/ image of lion passant/ image of lion head / cursive script L]wylie, derek, mappin & webb -
Unions Ballarat
John Howard: Prime Minister (Don Woodward), Barnett, David et al, 1997
A biography of John Howard's political career written in his first year holding the office of Prime Minister. Howard was Prime Minister (Liberal Party) from 1996-2007. During his term of office, Howard introduced the Workchoices legislation, Higher Education Workplace Regulation Requirements and the ABCC which were all targeted at diminishing the powers of the union movement. He was defeated by Kevin Rudd (ALP) in 2007 and lost his seat to Maxine McKew at the same election.Political biography - John Howard.Book; 806 pages. Dustjacket: colour photograph of John Howard; black and white lettering; authors' names and title. Cover: blue background; gold lettering; authors' names and title.btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat trades and labour council, howard, john, prime ministers - australia, politics and government, biography, workchoices, liberal party australia, coalition government, national party, parliament - australia -
Ballarat and District Irish Association
Image, George Otto Tavelyon, c1864
A British statesman and author. In a ministerial career stretching almost 30 years, he was twice Secretary of State for Scotland under William Ewart Gladstone and the Earl of Rosebery. He broke with Gladstone over the 1886 Irish Home Rule Bill, but after modifications were made to the bill he re-joined the Liberal Party shortly afterwards. Also a writer and historian, Trevelyan published The Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay, his maternal uncle, in 1876. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_George_Trevelyan,_2nd_Baronet)Image of George Otto Tavelyon.ballarat irish, tavelyon, george tavelyon, macauey, irish home rule -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Photocopies of Part of the Log Book of Lloyd D Knight, Wirraway A20-10, 01/05/2015
This photocopy was donated by Lloyd, who flew Wirraway A20-10 several times during his career. Wirraway A20-10 is currently part of the Moorabbin Air Museum's collection. Lloyd flew A20-10 while training at Uranquinty, NSW, as part of No. 8 Pilots Course, in 1952. Later, Lloyd flew A20-10 while attached to Base Squadron, Point Cook, Victoria in 1955 and as a Flying Instructor at No. 1 AFTS and the RAAF College between 1956-1958. -
Melbourne Legacy
Article, Bulletin VALE Legatee Oswald Gawler, 1975
A Vale notice that was published in the Bulletin in 1975 on the death of Legatee Oswald Gawler. He joined Legacy in Adelaide in 1929 and was president of Melbourne Legacy in 1943. He served on the Co-ordinating Council for many years. In World War One he had served on Gallipoli and in France and Belgium. In 1917 he was severely gassed which impacted his health and eyesight in later years His professional career was as an actuary and his forecasts helped make many policy decisions in Legacy. A record of the life and service of Legatee Os Gawler.White A4 paper x 2 pages of a photocopy from the Bulletin of the Vale notice about Legatee Gawler.vale, os gawler -
Melbourne Legacy
Magazine - Newsletter, Melbourne Legacy, Legacy Newsletter April 1953, 1953
The newsletter from April 1953. The cover featured the new Governor General Field Marshal Sir William Slim GCB, GBE, DSO, MC. The president's address recapped his career. There was an article on Harelands, the new residence in Willesmere Road Kew. New matron was Miss Secker. Also an article about the Queen's coronation and the traditions in the ceremony. A photo of President S S Neville. It covered events for the junior legatees such as basketball and boys classes in different locations such as Footscray and Auburn boys' classes. Also mentioned Longbank a holiday home in Camperdown available at reasonable rates to Legacy Widows. A newsletter published by Legacy in this format for many years from 1942. It mentions "Issued from time to time for Private Circulation among the Sons and Daughters of Deceased Service men and Merchant Seamen who served their Country during the War of 1914-18, or the present War" Many articles on the work of Legacy, including features on boys classes, girls classes, camps, the residences and where their past residents ended up. There are some suggestion for careers and some general interest articles. Some very interesting photos.Newsletter outlining news of Junior Legatee activities.Black and white printed newsletter x 8 pages from April 1953boys classes, widows, activities, harelands -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Folder, Magilton, Walter
Walter Magilton left school early to become a dairy farmer in Western Victoria, returned to school and became a secondary school art teacher, eventually becoming an artist full-time, a painter, sculptor and jewellery maker. His paintings are in collections overseas and Australia. He teaches art from his Stony Creek Studio in Warrandyte and married to contemporary installation artist Denise Keele-bedford. Contents Newspaper article: "Walter Magilton: More to life than Maggie", Green Valley, section of Diamond Valley News, no date, details of Walter Magilton's career, his tame blackbird Maggie. Newspaper article: "Walter Magilton - Warrandyte", Network, October 1987, details of Walter Magilton's career, achievements and painting style. Newspaper article: "A modern twist on reality", Diamond Valley Leader, no date, Walter Magilton's exhibition at Bridges Restaurant, Hurstbridge. He collaborates with his wife Denise Keele-bedford, a contemporary installation artist. Newspaper article: "Walter Magilton: A Life's Journey in Art", Manningham and Nillumbik Bulletin, issue 51, July 2024. Walter Magilton to exhibit at Monsalvat.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcwalter magilton, warrandyte victoria, stony creek studio warrandyte, denise keele-bedford, bridges restaurant hurstbridge, montsalvat, cowley's creek near camperdown, lou evans, carey grammar school, geelong teachers college, charles bush, lenton parr, william carey, mg car club, donvale christian college, alison magilton, warrandyte, bib silwell silverstone motors -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Impact Printing, Clonmel, 1999
The paddle steamer Clonmel was one of the first steam-powered vessels on the Australian coast. However, its career was short, being wrecked on its third voyage on what is now known as Clonmel Island at the Port Albert entrance. All on board reached safety, but much of the cargo was lost.The wreck of the Clonmel was instrumental in the settlement of Gippsland and the establishment of the towns of Port Albert, Tarraville and Alberton. Although the wreck of the Clonmel was a disaster at the time, it is now one of the most significant archaeological sites in Victoria. (Ref. Australian National Shipwreck Database) This item is a useful reference tool on a significant part of shipping history in Victoria.A thin 27 pp cardboard covered book titled, "Clonmel Disaster to Discovery". On the cover is a black drawing of the Clonmel with a coloured background of yellow, red and blue blocks. The book contains the history of the paddle-steamer Clonmel which was wrecked at port Albert in 1841.clonmel-paddle-steamer shipwreck-port-albert -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, 1978
This collection was compiled by Peter Fagg who worked as a scientist with the Department of Sustainability and Environment (now DELWP) to study dieback in eucalypts. He specialised in the silviculture of the eucalypt forest types of South-East Australia for most of his 40-year career, which started with the Forests Commission Victoria. He was in Orbost from 1968 - 1973. The contents of the book are all related to sporting groups in Orbost at the Mechanics Hall. Peter Fagg was the Publicity Officer for the group as well as president. He was also associated with the Orbost municipal bands.This item is related to Peter Fagg, a prominent member of the Orbost community. The item is a record of sporting activities in Orbost.A hard-covered book with a green spine and a green thatched cover. It contains financial statements, newspaper cuttings, photos which have labels hand-written in pen, minutes and a brief history of the Orbost Mechanics Hall.on front cover in black marker - Affiliated Sporting Bodies of Orbost ( Mechanics Hall Committee)fagg-peter sport-orbost mechanics-hall-orbost -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Real Estate Auction Sale: 100 Flat Rock Road, Kangaroo Ground, 17 November 1992, 1992
Deceased estate sold by Peter McDougall of The Professionals; 23 acres in size on 2 titles in a prime position, with a made road frontage and close to the Pony Club with an easy drive to Eltham, Greensborough and Melbourne. Ian Mason of Mason White McDougall Real Estate advised (via Facebook) that two local builders battled it out at the auction run by Tony McDougall and that there are houses now on both titles. It was one of the first sales that Ian was involved with in his career, starting out at Peter McDougall Real Estate.Roll of 35mm colour negative film, 4 strips Fuji 100flat rock road, houses, ian mason, kangaroo ground, kangaroo ground pony club, peter mcdougall real estate, real estate agent, tony mcdougall -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book, The Beagle Press, Kenneth Jack - Printmaker, 1998
Large book with buildings and country side of Clunes 1971 on front and back cover.120 pagesnon-fictionkenneth jack, lou klepac, etching, printmaking, ben crosskell, harold freeman oam, jack courier, foreword, introduction by lou klepac, my early printmaking days - kenneth jack, exhibitions, bibliography, catalogue raisonne, lithographs, linocuts, serigraphs, stencils, engravings, david jack -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Medal - British Medical Association President of Gynaecology and Obstetrics medal associated with Professor F.J. Browne, 1938
Francis James Browne died in Sydney 1963. He had a long career in obstetrics and gynaecology. Summary of appointments include: General Practice in Wales, Maternity Department of the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, 1st director of obstetric unit, University College Hospital London. Retired and continued postgraduate teaching in London and NSW. Married to Grace Cuthbert, who was director of Maternal and Baby Welfare in NSW. A collection of objects found amongst Professor FJ Browne's papers were transferred from the Archives to the Museum collections in January 1994.A round metal badge with a green enamelled rim. There is a shield in the centre which is divided into three. In the left hand comer there is a flag, in the right hand comer the medical insignia, and at the bottom of the shield there is a sailing ship. The year 1938 is either side of a central white enamelled plug with the number "106" on it. Attached to the badge is a green grosgrain ribbon, to which is attached an oblong bar with a pin at the back. Inscriptions Around the edge of the badge: "THE BRITISH MEDICAL ASSOCIATION PLYMOUTH"; inscribed on the back of the badge: "BRUFORD, EASTBOURNE AND EXETER"; front lower right hand side ofbadge:"M & W"; front of bar: "PRESIDENT/ GYNAECOLOGY and OBSTETRICS"numismatics, browne fj, rcog -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Tool - Irrigation nozzle associated with midwife Mary Howlett, c. 1866 - 1920
Mary Howlett (1840-1922) began practising as a country midwife in 1866 in the western district of Victoria. She qualified as a 'ladies monthly nurse' in 1887 and continued to practise as a nurse and midwife until 1920.She began her six months training at the Melbourne Lying-In Hospital. She was known by many as 'Auntie', and her career spanned more than 50 years. Mrs Howlett's midwifery box and contents were given to Dr Frank Forster, and he donated them to the museum collection in 1993.Small black bakelite irrigator nozzle. There are 7 entries in the nozzle head. Small ridge around neck of nozzle.irrigation, midwifery