Melbourne Annual Sheep Fair, 1949 Catalogue of Merino, Corriedale and Polwarth Rams. Owned by donors uncle, J.P. Swanton, who ran a small merino stud called 'Spring Hills' at Koriella.F0404agricultural shows merino sheep corriedale sheep polwarth sheep, dalgety and company limited goldsbrough, mort and company limited australian mercantile land and finance company ltd new zealand loan and mercantile agency co. ltd commonwealth wool and produce co. ltd, agricultural shows, merino sheep, corriedale sheep, polwarth sheep

This stock horse saddle was probably used in the mid 1900's. This was the period when cattle mustering was at its prime. The movement of cattle was by mounted stock horse only and not by other methods. Northern territory cattle stations in the late 1900's started to use helicopters for "cattle control". In the KIEWA Valley/Bogong High Plains and other rural cattle producing areas required well trained stock horses and stockmen for cattle control. It is only in the later 1900's that motor bikes and four wheeled quad-bikes have taken over, in part, from the mounted stockman.This horse saddle is very significant to the Kiewa Valley because of the early introduction of cattle stations in what initially was regarded as a semi remote location. The maintenance of cattle in the Kiewa Valley is and was an important requirement. A good stock horse saddle as and is important, especially during the period when cattle were grazed on the Bogong High Plains. The mustering and and moving cattle from the valley pastures to the high country was a demanding and dangerous exercise requiring "sure footed" stock horses.The "good" saddle was a vital part of this cattle mustering. A scientific study started in 1947 to study the impact of grazing cattle on the natural Alpine and sub Alpine vegetation found grazing cattle had an adverse affect on the natural Alpine and sub alpine vegetation, and grazing on the plains was stopped by the Victorian Government in 2005.This "camp draft" in the High Plains could take up to six weeks.This all leather "stock horse" saddle shows plenty of wear. It is in "full harness" configaration with stirrups and leg protectors horse, country, leather, gaiters, high, grazing, cattlemen, laces, studs

These gaiters where used circa 1800's to mid 1900's, by horse riders "cattle men" to protect their shins and long trousers against wear and tear. They were used rather than having expensive boots damaged. Gaiters were a lot easier to fasten and clean than boots. They were used in the Kiewa Valley and the High Plains grazing areas.These gaiters were part of a cattleman's "out fit". The Gaiters were easily cleaned and did away with expensive riding boots. They were used throughout the valley and high plains areas both by horse riders herding cattle and the recreational rider of both sexes. After the 1950s more recreational riders from Melbourne ventured onto the high plains and not so rugged mountain slopes. Small settlements such as Mount Beauty, Bogong village and Falls Creek provided a secure backdrop for short term horse back adventures. The increasing pressure of city life provided a greater flow of stressed out city dweller to find the peace and quiet that city life does not have. Horse riding preceded the modern trail bikes and other recreational vehicles of the late 1900s. Thick leather tapered gaiters with six metal Hooks and Leather lacing through metal eyelets. All bar two eyelets have a metal reinforced punch holes. Left gaiter missing most of lacing.horse, country, leather, gaiters, high, grazing, cattlemen, laces, studs

.1), .2) & .3) Water bottle pouches, green webbing & waterproof material, felt lined inside. Each have two folds for closure, metal press studs, metal clips on rear for attachment to belt..1) “Conlons 1968” Written: “YOUNG” .2) “Gunnourie A410603”military equipment - army, containers, carrier, water bottle

Cap, khaki cotton fabric with peaked front with leather front strap attached at sides with brass AMF studs, leather head band sewn inside with tan silk lining, 4 small vents at back.“1951 - Size 7 - Made in England - D & D” Inside head band: “38th Inf 3 -- - 164. - Watton”uniforms - military - army, costume - male headwear, passchendaele barracks trust

The belt and pouch issued to John Charles Dean No 144278 RAAF, enlisted 26.8.43 age 18 years. On discharge from the RAAF he was an LAC in 78 Sqd RAAF. Refer also 1817..1) Webbing Belt, Khaki, adjustable with brass buckles and loops, rear of belt has two webbing loops with brass buckles .2) Compass pouch with a brass stud also two brass loops on the rear..1) "144278 RAAF"uniforms airforce, webbing

Used by students at Orbost High School c. 1970s, 1980s.Orbost High School / Orbost Secondary College has played a significant role in the education of senior students in the district. It is the sole institution for secondary education. This item is representative of its history.Navy blue vinyl school bag with yellow piping, 1970s, with Orbost High School badge embossed on one side. It has an adjustable handle strap, a compressed board base with five studs on bottom side.Orbost High School badge embossed on outside.orbost-high-school school-bag

Worn black LEATHER AND CLOTH wallet with 2 x press studs containing 3 x Vintage antique metal show, boot and button hooks inside leather wrap wallet. Cattran's Boots Bendigo.costume accessories, footwear accessories, cattrans boots bendigo

Methodist Order of KnightsScarlett cotton Methodist Order of Knights Senior Degree of Sacrifice shield. The shield has light blue and royal blue satin ribbon in the shape of a cross and has press studs on the back to attach to the regalia collar.

WW1 ribbon bar belonging to Adde Cooper Soldier from Chiltern, service number 5002. WW1 Ribbon bar (trio) belonged to Adde Cooper, a,soldier from chiltern in the WW1 Campaign.WW1 Ribbon Bar belonging to Adde Cooper. Consists of : 1914-1920 Star, British War Medal and Victory Medal. Metal bar at the back with two studs for attachment to uniform above pocket (left side). chiltern, chiltern shire honor roll, ww1

Fine white cotton camisole with crochet cotton lace at neck and sleeves. (Torchon Lace). Front held together by tape tie at neck. Three press studs sewn over original button holes in placket.costume, female underwear

A small metal carriage trunk with a brass latch and metal handles on the sides. The remains of red or brown paint on exterior is noted. The top and sides are ridged and it has three pairs of metal studs on the lid which is hinged."Patent"trunks, chests

Leather leggings used as protection by mounted troops.Set of brown leather leggings worn by mounted troops. Small strap and buckle attached to top, long thin strap attached to bottom right of legging. Another piece of webbing attached to studs on bottom of legging.1. No markings. 2. Stamped "1943".leggings, horse riding equipment, ww2

Green US canvas and webbing bag containing a bipod for an M16 Armalite rifle plus its cleaning gear. Has metal studs and a zipper for closing and a metal belt loop on rear for attaching to soldier's webbing."Case, carrying bipod XM3 OSA1CO-4594 1005-999-2430" On case: "US"arms-firearm accessories, containers-military, m - 16

Part of the collection of "William (Bill) THOMASON" Refer Cat No. 4136P.Light brown webbing belt with brass buckle and clip. In the middle of the belt, two additional buckles for additional straps. Some purple stamped information on one side, one end folded back and attached by studs.Stamped on one side "Large" "1953" "D. Melb". Also number "329" stamped.webbing belt, army, william (bill) thomason collection

M16 Bayonet with scabbard. The handle of the bayonet is black metal and the colour of the scabbard is olive green. there is a small strip of webbing around the top of the handle. The webbing has a metal cover each end and it a stud to clip it together.bayonet, scabbard

These starched winged collars were part of the Formal Suit worn by men in Melbourne c1960 when attending special occasions , events and ceremonies The collars were fastened to the shirt with metal studs at front and napeThese starched winged collars were typical of the Formal outfit worn by men in City of Moorabbin c 1960 White starched winged Collars detachable x2 worn by men as part of the formal wear for special occasions, ceremonies and civic functions all cotton/ made in England; a) Welmar 161/2 ;b) Kent151/2 clothing, craftwork, early settlers, moorabbin shire, cheltenham, postworld war 11 settlers, housing estates moorabbin 1950, bentleigh, ormond, moorabbin, maynard dennis, collars winged, collars detachable, dress shirts, dinner suits, tailcoats, formal wear,

This collection of glossy brochures shows the variety of courses available at NMIT from apprenticeships to degrees. Mainly from the Equine Studies area, there are brochures on Thoroughbred Studies, stud operations and riding, and apprenticeships in Farrier Trade.Five coloured A4 brochures. Colour illustrations on front, text on back.horse studies, equine studies, farrier apprenticeships, nmit,

History of Bundoora Homestead, from its initial use by John Matthew Vincent Smith as a horse and cattle stud, and later as a convalescent farm and repatriation hospital until its ownership by Darebin City Council and restoration.10 p. pamphlet, col. & black & white photographs and plansbundoora homestead

Ribbon awarded to Mr Charles Wilson Peel of 'Callenondah' at Gnawarre. Mr Peel ran a superfine merino stud. This ribbon is from the Geelong Agricultural & Pastoral Show in 1977 and was awarded Most Attractive Merino Fleece.Red, white and blue wool ribbon with yellow tassels on short ends. Yellow stitched/stamped text. Text divided across the three coloured panels which are stitched together with white thread.

Ribbon awarded to Mr Charles Wilson Peel of 'Callenondah' at Gnawarre. Mr Peel ran a superfine merino stud. This ribbon is from the Geelong Agricultural & Pastoral Society 1961 Show and was awarded Champion Fleece of Show. Red, white and blue wool ribbon with yellow tassels on short ends. Yellow stitched/stamped text. Text is divided across the three coloured panels which are stitched together with white thread.

Information on the history of this knife and sheaf is not known. They were popular items for boys and young men to carry, especially when working in the bush or fishing. They are still in use today. These items have no known provenance and are useful for display only This is a belt knife, much rusted with a curved blade and a brown metal handle, silver-coloured at the top and end and brown-coloured with red and black bands near the end. The handle has a metal screw at the tip. The knife is in a leather sheaf or holder which is curved to suit the shape of the knife. It has stitching on the curved section with metal studs, two slots to enable the sheaf to be attached to a belt and a circular leather strop with a metal stud to hold the knife in place. The leather is rubbed. The belt may not originally have been for this knife.belt knife and sheaf, warrnambool

This collar holder would have been used in the early to mid 20th century in the days when men's shirts often had detachable collars so that the collars could be changed each day and the shirt part would not have to be washed so frequently. The metal crest on the holder with a crown on top suggests that the wearer of the detachable collars could have held a Government office or been a member of one of the Defence Forces. This collar holder has no known local provenance but is kept as a memento of the days (80 to 100 years ago and more) when men wore shirts with detachable collars. This is a rectangular-shaped leather object which has been folded over once to form a wallet with an extra piece at the end to close over the wallet. The top piece closing device has two metal press studs. The insides of the wallet are lined with buff-coloured material hemmed with cotton stitching with two extra pieces folding over to hold the collars. The wallet contains one white collar with one collar stud. On the front of the wallet is gold-coloured printing and attached is a metal badge or crest. 'Soft Collars'men's vintage clothing, warrnambool, collar

Belonged to Kathleen Marjorie Dunn (nee McKenzie)Evening coat, full length, dark navy plush, lined with navy cloth (nylon?). Narrow shaped waist, slightly gathered at centre back. It has long sleeves, the fullness reduced in four box pleats on the forearm and in five rows of shirring at the shoulder. The collar is in a deep-pointed shirt style. The coat fastens with three sets of press studs and two sets of hooks and eyes. One set of press studs does not align. There are two hidden pockets in the front lining above the waist. The coat is home made.Nonecostume, george evans collection

Horses played a vital role in the agricultural history of Orbost. This item is connected to that role.A brown leather working horse saddle, a dray saddle. Probably used from 1890's -1950's. It has 4 silver metal studs. The pads underneath have been re-covered with blanket material.saddle leather equestrian rural