Black and white photographWritten on rear of backing sheet: "Hugh Anderson with Mayoress Mrs. L. Morris and Mrs. Hall wife of Town Clerk at launching of Ringwood's History book at Civic Centre 22.10.74."

Black and white photographWritten on rear of backing sheet: "Author Hugh Anderson with his book and wives of Mayor and Town Clerk - 22.10.74."

Black and white photographHugh Anderson was the author of History of Ringwood book- 'Place of Many Eagles'

Black and white photograph showing officials and guests gathering outside City of Ringwood Eastern Metropolitan Regional Library.Written on backing sheet: "At unveiling, 26.10.74."

Black and white photograph showing Mayor Stan Morris speaking in front of seated gathering.

Black and white photograph showing Mayor Stan Morris speaking on rostrum, with other dignitaries seated behind.

Black and white photograph showing gathering in front of rostrum at Civic Centre.Written on rear of backing sheet: "Back to Ringwood at Civic Centre." Town Clerk, Alfred Hall speaking. Mayor Stan Morris seated behind.

Black and white photograph Image shows Hugh Anderson at rostrum speaking to a combined Eastern Regional Historical Societies at his book launch.

non-fictionA guide to municipalities, waterworks and irrigation trusts throughout the state. Names of of councilors and council officers together with information about towns in the area. local government -- victoria -- directories, victoria -- directories

Black and white photographImage shows Cr Morris reading plaque mounted on the Library Stone.

Black and white photographWritten on rear of backing sheet: "Ken Horn, Librarian Latrobe Library, launching History of Ringwood book- Civic Centre, 22-10-74."

Black and white photographThe "Back To" celebrations commemorated 50 years since Ringwood became a Borough.

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Old wagons outside Civic Centre for 'Back to' 19/10/74."

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Crowd at 'Back to' at Civic Centre, 19/10/74."

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Mayor S. Morris speaking at 'Back To' 19/10/74. Ringwood Band in foreground."

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Minister for Local Government speaking at 'Back to' Civic Centre, 19/10/74."

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Mayor S. Morris speaking at 'Back to' at Civic Centre, 19/10/74'.

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Mayor S. Morris speaking at 'Back to' Civic Centre, 19/10/74."

Black and white photographImage shows Ellie Pullen at the microphone at the unveiling.

Black and white photographImage shows a number of guests seated and standing at the unveiling.

Black and white photographImage shows a number of guests seated and standing at the unveiling.

Black and white photographImage shows Ringwood Mayor Cr Morris inspecting the plaque on the Pioneers Stone.

Black and white photographImage shows 2 workmen fixing the plaque to the Pioneers Stone.

Printed magazinesFrom “The History of Ringwood East Primary School 1924-1990” 'Nature Notes' was a children's nature magazine, produced at Ringwood East Primary School for approximately 10 years. It came to us from Blackburn Lake Primary School and before that Blackburn South Primary School. It was originally developed by Harry Hopkins in 1964. He was a District Inspector of schools and also President of the Gould League at the time. Fred Rodgers and Len Delacca were original contributors, Fred writing on native flora and Len writing on native flora [fauna]. It came to Ringwood East in 1975 with Keith Dyer, a teacher on the staff, as editor. The magazine had a large circulation, supplying to schools, private subscribers and societies as well as sending many complimentary copies to libraries, and museums; distribution was throughout Australia. The Magazine continued to grow under consequent editors, Anne Gibson (who also developed 'Probe' a junior version of 'Nature Notes' designed for grades 2 and 4), Barry Archibald, Colin Bull, Russell Hall, Deborah Brydon and Mandy Charmichael. The editors would research, compile, edit and print the magazine which was a monthly issue. The parents would then come in on a Monday to collate, fold and staple. This usually was a morning’s work but this depended on how many helping hands there were. The Wednesday was packing and posting day and in the early days the parents used to deliver the local orders to save costs. Subscribers were sought through advertisements in various school literature and material. The Parents Club received an annual remuneration for their hard work and in turn were able to help purchase many items needed throughout the school. These magazines were packed with really good nature information and taught children how to look after their environment using articles, puzzles, riddles, questions and quizzes. There were special characters as well like 'Wally the Wombat' and 'Ernie the Echidna' for the children to follow on various adventures every month. Children would enjoy watching them crop up in each edition. The magazine stayed with us at Ringwood East until 1986, when due to restructuring and various other things was moved to Healesville Sanctuary where it adopted a new format and name. From here it has since folded and so the end of 'Nature Notes'. 'Nature Notes' was a very successful magazine. Many people through the years devoted a lot of time and energy to its production and readers throughout Australia, as well as its many creators and producers during its 20-year existence, mourn its passing. Written from material supplied by Barry Archibald (editor 'Nature Notes' 1977-78) Margaret Preece & Lois Aders (parents in charge of collating and packaging during its last years of existence.

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Old vehicle at 'Back to' at Civic Centre, 19-10-74."

Black and white photographImage shows a number guests seated and standing at the unveiling.

Black and white photographImage shows a number of guests seated and standing at the unveiling.

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: '"Back to" crowd looking at display put up by Ringwood Historical Research Group. 19-10-74.'

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Double seater at 'Back To'- Civic Centre entrance, 19-10-74."

Black and white photographImage shows the Pioneers Stone with the plaque attached.