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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - HARRY BIGGS COLLECTION: TUBERCULOSIS WHAT IT IS AND ITS PREVENTION, 3/04/1900
Printed sheet published by order of the Board of Health Eaglehawk, with Richard Jones as its medical Officer, entitled 'Tuberculosis: what it is, and its prevention'organization, government, health, richard jones, tuberculosis, eaglehawk -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - Correspondence, Postcards from members, 2013 - 15
Postcards from Whitehorse Historical Society members who were on vacation at the time.Postcards from Whitehorse Historical Society members who were on vacation at the time, and one from Deidre Hancock regarding the health of her husband. Postcards from Whitehorse Historical Society members who were on vacation at the time. postcards, whitehorse historical society inc, hancock, keith, hancock, deidre, cottle, rachael, simmenauer, peter, hall, harley, gardiner, bob, hopley, megan -
Beechworth Honey Archive
Poster
Poster of Australian Honey: Nature's Health Food. Nine copies of poster. Illustrations; honey in jar, honey bee & red flowering gum, mocha honey cheesecake, yellow flowering gum.Printer; Australian Honey Boardposter, australian, honey, health, beechworth honey -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Heartbeat of a community, 1996
From humble beginnings 40 years ago Box Hill Hospital has evolved into a leading health centre for eastern suburbs residents.From humble beginnings 40 years ago Box Hill Hospital has evolved into a leading health centre for eastern suburbs residents.From humble beginnings 40 years ago Box Hill Hospital has evolved into a leading health centre for eastern suburbs residents.box hill hospital, hospitals, health, ramsey, noel (dr), bennett, val -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Papers - Certificates - Edward Maddison
The Australian Health Society was formed in Melbourne in 1875 at the instigation of Unitarian Minister MarthaTurner. It promoted hygiene and comprised of doctors, prominent citizens and politicians. It targeted poorer districts and women. Schools were pressured to place health education on the curriculum. Society stalwarts made an annual examination in state schools. Mongan's Bridge No. 3403 opened in 1902. It was located beside the Kiewa river and operated part-time with nearby schools on occasions as well as full time. As numbers fluctuated it was also closed on occasions and then re-opened.Edward Maddison's family were farmers in the Kiewa Valley and the children attended the local school.Two certificates belonging to Edward Maddison 1. 1916 Pupil of State School No 3403 (Mongan's Bridge) - passed the Examination in Health and Temperance held by the Australian Health Society of Melbourne 2. 1916 Completed satisfactorily the Course of Study prescribed for Elementary Schools.- Mongan's Bridge Elementary School No. 3403edward maddison, australian health society, mongan's bridge school -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Leisure object, Teddy Bear, 1930-1955
In August, 1920, The Kew Town Council decided to establish a Baby Health Centre in Kew. The first Centre was opened in a room in the Town Hall in Walpole Street on 5 November 1920. In May 1939, the Railway Commissioners agreed to lease a site at the Kew Railway Station for a Baby Health Centre for a term of 21 years at 3 pounds per annum. A building, designed by Roland Chipperfield, was erected, and the Centre previously conducted at the Town Hall transferred there. This became known as the Denmark Street Baby Health Centre. (Cr. W.D. Vaughan, Kew’s Civic Century, W.D. Vaughan Pty Ltd., Kew, 1960, pp.96 & 97.)Small teddy bear with only one eye remaining and with a number of repairs. The bear was used by children at the Denmark Street Baby Health Centre in Kew.toys - teddy bears, denmark street baby health centre - kew (vic) -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, In Poll Position, 2009
Mitcham wins the family vote for its quality schools.Mitcham wins the family vote for its quality schools, health care and public transport with a population of 14,221 in 2006. Listed are ten top spots to visit.Mitcham wins the family vote for its quality schools. mitcham, eastlink, schwerkolt cottage, rangeview shopping centre, eastern emergency relief network, mitcham hotel, migrant services, yarran dheran -
Ararat & District Historical Society (operating the Langi Morgala Museum)
Postcard, Maker not known, ca mid-20C
This postcard shows a display of posters and educational materials relating to health education taught at the Pathfinder school, created by local professional Mary NormanBail. This is one of a collection of several hundred photos, books, documents and teaching aids donated to Langi Morgala Museum by Jessica Norman-Bail (or by her estate). Almost all the collection relates to Jessica's mother, the photographer, artist and educator Mary Norman-Bail, and to Mary Norman-Bail's Pathfinder School, which was located in Ararat for several years in the first half of the twentieth century. Black & white postcard featuring a display of health education teaching materials. The display is on a cloth covered table. The rear of the postcard is handwritten text. "This is some of the / work that brought / credit and honour / to the school. / Through the Australian / Boradcasting / Commission. / You cannot see the / books very well / but they are beautifully / illustrated and are / at present being / sent round the schools / in Japan. / M.Norman Bail / S.A.P.F. / Ararat Vic." pathfinder, normanbail, health education -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Document - Report, Provision of health services following relocation of Prince Henry's Hospital, 1990
Provision of health Services in the inner south following the relocation of Prince Henry's Hospital. A 1990 discussion paperhealth - general health -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Photo, 1996
From an article in The Answer newsletter December 1996 these veteran cyclists were part of Veterans' Health week which is an awareness campaign from the Department of Veterans' Affairs. The cyclists were Jack Griffin (72) and Eric Doherty (76), who had recently completed their round Australia cycling expedition. The article says: "Reception at Legacy House for Veteran Cyclists There was a big media roll up at Legacy House Melbourne recently to cover the finish of a marathon bike ride around Australia by two very fit veterans. Legatee President Ray Ward and Veterans' Affairs Deputy Commissioner Brian Flynn were on hand to congratulate them." Photos from the Department of Veterans' Affairs.A record of a special event for Veteran health Week in 1996.Colour photo of veteran cyclists in Veterans' Health WeekHandwritten on the back '3' in red pen.legacy promotion, answer -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Domestic object, Enamelled Galvanised Babies' Bath, 1950s
The North Kew Baby Health Centre was located in Peel Street, Kew. It opened in 1930 and closed in 1992.Item with strong provenance used at the a local Kew baby health centre in the 1950sGreen and white enamel oval baby bath donated by Sr Bell of the North Kew Baby Health Centre following its closure in 1992 after 62 years.north kew baby health centre, babies' baths -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Letter - Medical Society - 9th July 1962
Ron White's Collection. The Kiewa Hydro Scheme included a Board of Management for the Kiewa Works Medical Society whose constitution required an amalgamation with a larger Society or be deregistered by the Commonwealth Health Department.Historically significant as the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme had been completed and Mt Beauty had been handed over to the Shire.Green A4 paper dated 2nd July 1962 re Kiewa Works Medical Society amalgamating with Latrobe Valley Health Service.ron white, kiewa works medical society -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - BENDIGO HOSPITAL - SESQUICENTENARY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS, 2003
8 page programme booklet for the Bendigo Hospital Sesquicentenary Celebrations. 21st and 22nd November 2003. Includes B&W, sepia and colour photos.Bendigo Health -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diphtheria outbreak in Greensborough, 28/07/1899
A detailed account of the diphtheria outbreak in Greensborough in 1899. It is taken from the report of Heidelberg Council's Health Officer Dr Phillips. An account of the sanitary conditions in early Greensborough.2 pages downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia). greensborough, health, sanitation, diphtheria. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - HOSPITAL BENEFITS ASSOCIATION (VARIOUS PAPERS/FORMS), 1938
Hospital Benefits Association (Various Papers/Forms) a.: Description of HBA and Application Form for admission as a Contributor; B. as for a.; c. 'National Health and Pensions Insurance Act 1938' - facts for linking up with HBA; d. Form of Application for membrship of the Society; e.: Circular: Bendigo & District Contributory Fund (Medical Benefits). A. Inscriptions (rubber stamp) - 'A. F. Gannaway'; e.: 'in handwriting '20.8.35'organization, club/society, health -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film, Over 1000 Australian soldiers contracted malaria in Vietnam, 1968 approximate
Coloured image taken from an Ektochrome slide by 4718859 Grantley Paze "Acute health effects from incorrect handling of insecticides etc. Image of bare chested soldier spraying a solution.Over one thousand Australian soldiers contracted malaria in Vietnam. M.A.P.W. "Acute health effects from incorrect handling and use of concentrated solutions such as insecticides can occur through contact, inhalation and ingestion"photograph, 1st australian field hospital, ektachrome slide -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, Surrey Hills Friendly Societies, 2016
A history of Surrey Hills Friendly Societies compiled by Ken James. These were the forerunner of our present health insurance organisations. Includes surname index.A history of Surrey Hills Friendly Societies compiled by Ken James. These were the forerunner of our present health insurance organisations. Includes surname index. 143 pagesfraternal organisations, surrey hills, surrey hills's friendly societies, a.n.a. surrey hills branch no.109, (mr) ken james -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, The Blackburn Open Air School, 1915 - 1964
The Open Air School No 3850 was established in Blackburn in 1915.The Open Air School No 3850 was established in Blackburn in 1915 to improve the health of children from the slums of Richmond which provided fresh air and good nutrition. Miss A. M. Trent was their teacher.The Open Air School No 3850 was established in Blackburn in 1915. blackburn open air school no. 3850, trent, a. m., blackburn -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, View of the bow of a traditional Indonesian boat at Tan Tui beach sea garden and coral reef on Ambon Bay - Photo taken from Dr John Forbes photo albums on a trip taken to Ambon and its Hospital in 1971 through Ziarah the Gull Force Association Charity
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph, Annual Demonstration 1953, 1953
A photo of senior girls in performing their health exercises from an annual demonstration. The girls were dressed in their physical exercise kit which was provided by Legacy to the junior legatees. The photo was featured in the July 1954 newsletter so was from the year before. The article showcased the work of the Legacy girls. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and Eurythmics. The Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to 1979, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. A record of the displays at the Annual Demonstrations. Also that Legacy provided classes for junior legatees and the skills learned were displayed in the Annual Demonstration.Black and white photo of junior legatees dancing in a line on stage at the 1953 Annual Demonstration.In pencil on the reverse " Senior Girls - 'Health Exercises' ". Stamped with '4825' in blue ink.annual demonstration, junior legatee, girls' classes -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Your City of Nunawading 1982, 1982
Information booklet from City of NunawadingInformation booklet from City of Nunawading, 1982, includes Council information, family and health services, recreation groups, senior citizens, churches and other organisations. Contains advertisements with an advertisers' directory.Information booklet from City of Nunawadingcity of nunawading, councillors -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book - Infant and Pre-school Cookery Booklet & Diet Supplement, 1950's
Book used by donor's parents in the 1950s.Recipe booklet cookery for the Infant and Pre-school child. Also diet sheet for 10 -12 months baby as supplement.Department of Health Victoriadepartment of health victoria, recipes - infants, child care -
Numurkah & District Historical Society
Container - First Aid Cabinet
Found in an old shed, InvergordonFirst Aid Cabinet - white rectangular metal box with hinged door. Has a green cross with yellow graphic and red writingDayspring Health Servicesfirst aid cabinet, first aid equipment, medical cabinet -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Booklet - Childcare booklet, Approx 1949 - 52
Book used by donor's parents.Child care book with a photograph of a small child on front blue border on bottom.Department of Health Victoriachild care -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Medical staff viewing an occupant of an infant incubator - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital - Photo is from Dr John Forbes photo albums - 1971
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Donated autoclave “If this only sterilizer (used only whenever all drums are filled to save electric power) breaks down, the hospital does not have sterile gauze or towels" - Equipment donated through Ziarah the Gull Force Association 2/21 Bn AIF / Dr John Forbes Fairfield Hospital & Caltex - Photo from Dr John Forbes photo albums - Ambon Hospital
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Medical staff inspecting part of the women's ward of the hospital - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital - Photo is from Dr John Forbes photo albums - 1971
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Officials and medical staff and Australian contingent in informal discussions & settings inside the Hospital - MacFarlane Burnet to the let with Dr Forbes at the back of photo - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital - Photo is from Dr John Forbes photo albums - 1971
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Officials and medical staff and Australian contingent in informal discussions & settings inside the Hospital, Dr Forbes on the left - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital - Photo is from Dr John Forbes photo albums - 1971
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Officials and medical staff and Australian contingent in informal discussions & settings inside the Hospital, MacFarlane Burnet 2nd from left, Dr Forbes 4th from left - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital - Photo is from Dr John Forbes photo albums - 1971
Department of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia CollectionDepartment of Health & Human Services - Dr John A Forbes Fairfield / Gull Force 2/21 Bn AIF / Ziarah Caltex & Rumah Sakit Ambon Hospital Indonesia Collection