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Clunes Museum
Book, Laurie Hay, The Hay Family and Colac Aerated Water Co
THIS HISTORY OF COMMERCIAL AERATED WATER COMPANY COLAC AND CLUNES, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIARed hard cover book 140 pages contains images and a written history of aerated water companies in Victoria, AustraliaTHIS HISTORY OF COMMERCIAL AERATED WATER COMPANY COLAC AND CLUNES, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIAaerated water, eberhard & co., cordial factory, colac aerated water co. -
Vision Australia
Text, RVIB Colac Auxiliary, 1929 - 2006
The Colac RVIB Auxiliary formed on August 7, 1929. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1978-1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office 1990 -2006 Various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Medals x 4, a) Centenary of Melbourne medal. b) Borough & Shire of Colac. 1945 Peace & Victory Medal. c) Coronation Medal 1937. d) Victory Medal 1945, NK
Commemorative medallionsmediumRound commemorative medals x 4. a) Silver coloured medal with a with Red, white and blue ribbon. b) Bronze coloured medal. No ribbon c) Bronze " " with a red, white and blue ribbon d) Silver " " . No ribbon a) Front:- Centenary of Melbourne. 1932. Man looking at city skyline. 1835. Back:- Centenary of Victoria. 1934. Sailing ship/shoreline. 1834 b) Front:- Borough & Shire of Colac. Coat of Arms surrounded by wreath and crossed swords. Back:- Peace and Victory. Surrounded by a wreath c) Front:- King George VI & Queen Elizabeth. Portraits of King and Queen Back:- To Commemorate their Majesties' Coronation d) Front:- Man with a sword on a map of Australia. 1945 Back:- Map -
St Kilda Historical Society
Certificate, Mavis Covett, c. 1936
Mavis Covett at the wheel of the family Singer 11 at the Colac Gardensblack and white photograph good conditionI located this picture when sorting papers and must include it in my SCRAPBOOK� Memories of a wonderful journey with Dad, mother and Mavis� just over 600miles through Ballarat, Horsham, Mt Gambier, Portland, Camperdown, Warrnambool, Geelong back to Melbourne. Easter 1936. Mavis and I took turns at the wheel.. cost was unbelievable abour 7 pounds plus a few meals (bed and breakfast was 5/- only) petrol about //1/3d 1/2er gallon. Mavis Covett at wheel of our Singer 11 car. Mother is in back seat. Colac gardens. -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book - Family History, Doris Robbins, William Evans 1929-19/06/1885 and Catherine Carmody 1833-14/01/1909, 1998
William Evans, being born in Anglesea, Wales, in 1829, migrated to Australia in 1857. He was appointed Assistant Lighthouse Keeper at Cape Otway Lighthouse in 1858, and married Catherine Carmody on the 14 May,1860. William and Catherine spent 22 years at Cape Otway. From this union, until August 1998, eight generations of children were recorded. The book explores the lives of these children.William Evans (1829-19 Jun 1885) and Catherine Carmody (1833- 14 Jan 1909), Doris Robbins. Self published; Colac (Vic); c.1998. 238 p.; illus, maps. Soft cover.william evans, catherine carmody, cape otway, lighthouse -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Family History, Doris Robbins, James Robbins (1794-1845) and Mary Jane Ellery (1810-1889), February 1998
James Robbins and Mary Jane Ellery were married on 23 April, 1829, in Stoke Lane, St Michael, Somerset, and had six children. James died aged 51 on 7 December, 1845. Mary married again to John Boyce less than twelve months later, and they had a further three children. John and Mary Boyce (Robbins nee Ellery) came to Port Adelaide, South Australia, on the "Flora Kerr" on the 4 March, 1855, with eight of their nine children. Hannah Robbins stayed in England, probably married. On the same ship another daughter, Ann Robbins, came out with her husband, John Treasure, who had already been to Australia searching for gold. From these unions, several generations of children were recorded, the book exploring their lives. James Robbins, 26 November 1794-7 December 1845, and Mary Jane Ellery, 1810-5 September 1889. Doris Robbins. Self published; Colac (Vic); February 1998. 560 p.; illus. Soft cover.stoke lane; st michael; somerset; port adelaide; victoria; tatura; castlemaine; -
Geelong Naval and Maritime Museum
Diary, L. A. Reynolds, J. N. Preston HMAS Vendetta, Mid 20th Century
John Nesbeit Preston was born on 5 October 1897 in Gisbourne, New Zealand. He served in the RAN from 1919 to 1942. He served on the Stuart (Vendetta) from 1941 - 1943.This diary is a significant primary source detailing the daily life of J.N. Preston's service for the RAN on the HMAS Vendetta and other vessels during World War II. It represents a detailed account of his travels and experience of war.A small diary with a navy cover. Hand written entries begin 9th January 1941. Describes J. N. Preston's daily life, routine and experiences during his service from 1941 during World War II. "Diary" stamped on front cover. Made in Australia. "L.A. Reynolds/ For Music/ Records/ Instruments/ Allan's Pianos/ Murray St, Colac. CAR 14150j. n. preston, hmas vendetta, world war ii, geelong naval and maritime museum -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book, Colac Herald Press, Beeac Football Club Centenary Souvenir: Hundred Years on, 1983
A centenary souvenir history of the Beeac Football and Netball Club, Victoria, in 1983, its premierships and the advent of the netball club in 1974.Beeac Football Club Centenary Souvenir: Hundred Years On. 1883-1983. Beeac June 11-12. Beeac (Vic); Herald Print; 1983. 64 p.; illus. Soft cover.beeac; football; netball; history; -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Poster, Colac Herald, Otway Ratepayers' Poll Flyer, 1963
On 15 January 1964 the Shire of Otway was going to poll its ratepayers about a loan required to build temporary municipal workshops and a Shire Engineer's office in the Apollo Bay Riding. This led to a number of objections at public meetings in the west and central ridings, such that a Committee of protest was formed, with a nominated Chairman, Secretary and members, to put to ratepayers their considered point-of-view of disapproval. After drafts the Committee produced a printed flyer for distribution to ratepayers summarising the Committee's position. The Committee knew and agreed with a Council Sub-Committee's recommendation to Council of a new, adequate building on one site of suitable size. However, this did not happen. Instead Council moved for loans for temporary renovations of existing buildings. This the Committee objected to believing that Council must decide on a final location before any consideration is given to borrowing money for temporary repairs. This was the opinion the Committee put to ratepayers.B/W Flyer. Otway Ratepayers' Poll on January 15. This concerns YOU. To the Ratepayer as addressed. Details on Ballot Paper.ratepayers; shire of otway; -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Book, Blake, Barry J, Wathawurrung and the Colac language of southern Victoria, 1998
The papers in this volume represent an activity that is becoming increasingly common: putting together scattered sources, mainly from the nineteenth century, on various Australian languages, particularly languages of south-eastern Australia. These languages are no longer spoken in anything like their full, original form and in many communities only a few words are remembered.v-x; 177P.; maps; tables; 25 cm.The papers in this volume represent an activity that is becoming increasingly common: putting together scattered sources, mainly from the nineteenth century, on various Australian languages, particularly languages of south-eastern Australia. These languages are no longer spoken in anything like their full, original form and in many communities only a few words are remembered. aboriginal australians -- victoria -- geelong region -- languages. | aboriginal australians -- victoria -- ballarat region -- languages. | aboriginal australians -- victoria -- colac region -- languages. | aboriginal australians -- victoria -- languages. | wathawurrung dialect. | gulidjan language. | -
Colac & District Historical Society
Derby Lily Teapot, circa 1900s
... Colac, ...Used by the F. Young family of ColacPorcelain base, blue floral design on white with gold markings and hinged silver lid with knob; 2 cup pot.colac,, young family, teapot -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Ariel view Colanda grounds (circa 2000)
The Colac, Victoria-based Colanda Centre was one of the last Victorian institutions and offered disability accommodation from 1976, when it was established, until 2019, with its closure. Digitised colour aerial photograph of the Colanda Centre in Colac, Victoria. colanda, colac, disability services, residential services, disability, aerial photograph, digitised photograph -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Time Capsule - Colanda
The Colac, Victoria-based Colanda Centre was one of the last Victorian institutions and offered disability accommodation from 1976, when it was established, until 2019, with its closure.Colour photograph of the time capsule inscription, kept at the Colanda Centre in Colac, Victoria. -
Victorian Interpretive Projects Inc.
Photograph - Colour, Corindhap Avenue of Honour, 2015, 23/08/2015
"The Corindhap Avenue of Honour, located on Colac-Ballarat Road, was planted to commemorate those who served in the First World War. The avenue was planted on the 15th September 1917 as a mark of admiration for the men of Corindhap who had left to fight in the Great War." (Ballarat Courier, 19th September 1917) A number of colour photographs showing trees from the Corindhap Avenue of Honour. The trees are not in good condition, and one has fallen over. corindhap, corindhap avenue of honour, avenue of honour, world war one -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Model - HMAS Colac, RAN Corvette J242
WW2 Bathurst Class CorvetteNaval Ship Model - WW2 HMAS Colac J242operation lilliput, new guinea, ran corvettes -
Department of Health and Human Services
Photograph, Colanda Grounds - Main Ring road looking down at Eagle, Finch and Dove units
The Colac, Victoria-based Colanda Centre was one of the last Victorian institutions and offered disability accommodation from 1976, when it was established, until 2019, with its closure.Digitised colour photograph of Main Ring Road in Colac, overlooking Colanda's Eagle, Finch and Dove unitscolanda, colac, disability services, residential services, disability, digitised photograph -
Clunes Museum
Container - BOTTLE, THE BENDIGO POTTERY, CIRCA 1850
STONEWARE GINGER BEER CONTAINER FOR COLAC AERATED WATER CO.THIS ITEM IS A STONEWARE GINGER BEER BOTTLE COLAC AERRATED WATER CO. GEO. HAY'S GINGER BEER PHONE 85 - THE BENDIGO POTTERY EPSO BENDIGOlocal history, domestic item, containers, eberhard -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Accessory - Light Horse Spurs, Manufacturer's name partially obscured, EARLY 1900
SET OF SPURS FROM COLAC LIGHT HORSE REGIMENT 1ST WORLD WARSet of Spurs from 1st world war and belonged to the Colac Light Horse Regiment, Spurs were strapped on to soldiers boots. Made of metal and has chain to secure them to boots. Leather strap is missing. Has had some inscription but is worn of due to use. Is slightly visible on one spur.horse, spurs, 1st world war, colac light horse regiment -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book, The Printing Place, Football Country Style
A football history of the teams surrounding Colac, Victoria, and Alvie Football Club in particular.Football country style. A history of football in the Colac District from 1900 - 1974, illustrated with many photographs of local interest. Bill Doran. 1st ed. Alvie (Vic); Alvie Football Club; nd. 120 p.; illus. Soft cover.football; history; colac; alvie;, football; history; colac; alvie; -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book, A trust in water, 1990
The harnessing of the bountiful water resources of the Otways as a critical element in the urban and agricultural development of the Colac region.A trust in water. A history of 100 years of water supply to the Colac district. R.J. McCormick. 1st ed. np; R.J. McCormick; 1990. xxii, 324 p.; illus, map. Hard cover. ISBN 0 7241968 2 X a trust in water; r.j. mccormick; colac; water resources; sewerage; west gellibrand dam; otways; -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Photograph, Langford, Weston, Goods train arriving at Beech Forest, 1961, 9 August 1961
From late in 1960 VR took what were the first definite steps to close the Colac-Beech Forest line. 1,101 tonnes of freight per year flowed from Colac to Beech Forest because of increasing competition from the roads. From 1 July 1960 onwards, when pulpwood (hardwood) stopped being shipped from Beech Forest, a maximum of only 7,000 tonnes/year would be shipped to Colac. Including special trips passenger revenue earned a little more than $200 per annum. The issue of second-hand sleepers stopped entirely and the two track gangs only patrolled the track and tightened loose bolts. The line did not earn its way and on 4 November 1960 it was recommended that services over the narrow gauge line be discontinued.The rear of a goods train from Colac arrives at Beech Forest on 9 August 1961. The other line is the former Crowes line truncated at Weeaproinah in January 1955. In the background is the Beech Forest Hall and Shire of Otway offices. Colour.colac; beech forest; railway; -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Passbook, Beech Forest Progress Association. Passbook, 1959-1981
The State Savings Bank of Victoria passbook number 67563 running from October 1959 until mid 1982 has several features. (1) The cover is held in place by string. (2) The cover has the name of Colac printed on it. (3) Inside the front cover the SSB conditions relating to Depositors, and the Rules and Regulations of the SSB. (4) Inside the back cover the SSB branches and agencies are printed.. (5) On the inside back cover the withdrawl by depositors from branches other than their own. (6) Inside, the February 14 1966 decimal currency conversion.Beech Forest Progress Association passbook 67563, 29 October 1959 to 1 June 1981. The State Savings Bank of Victoria, Colac Branch. (1) Original passbook number crossed out and the number 67563 inserted. (2) re Estate of S.R. Cameron dec'd, from Clarke & Barwood. Memorandum included.beech forest progress association; passbook; state savings bank; dc conversion; state bank of victoria; -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Photograph, Crowes: Terminus of the railway line, 1911
The terminus of the railway, and the southern-most station on the Australian mainland, was Crowes, approximately 2 kilometres from Lavers Hill. The line ended at "The Black Stump". Crowes was designed as a fully functioning terminus and received a complete instalment of facilities. The site was laid out with three roads plus a dead end siding for a locomotive shed and ash pit. Goods sheds, a platform and livestock ramps catered for freight loadings, while on the north side was a station office, waiting room, parcels shed and passenger shelter. Three departmental residences were also provided. The resident Station Master was withdrawn in November 1916 and the station closed with the line on 10 December 1954.Photograph. Terminus of the Colac-Crowes at Crowes.crowes; terminus; "the black stump"; -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Image - Black and White, Presbyterian Church, Pentland Hills, Victoria, c1950
A black and white image of a church in Colac. presbyterian church, pentland hills -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Photograph - digital photographs, Lisa Gervasoni, St Brendan's, Coragulac, c2010-2017
Colour photograph of a red brick church in Colac.st brendan's, catholic, church, catholic church, school, coragulac -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Timetable, Victorian Railways, Amendment to Opening of Extension, Beech Forest to Crowes, 16 June 1911
The circular, S.2628/11, opening the extension of the railway line from Beech Forest to Crowes in June, 1911, is amended by S.2779/11 of 1911. The DOWN train runs from Colac to Beech Forest on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, departing at 3.00pm and arriving at 6.45pm. The UP train departs Crowes daily at 12.45pm arriving at Beech Forest at 2.15pm, and Colac at 6.26pm, stopping where necessary at Tulloh and Ditchley to pick up or set down passengers.B/W, photograph. Originally dated 16 June 1911, S. 2628/11, Opening of Extension, Beech Forest to Crowes, is amended by a further circular, S.2779/11. The DOWN train leaves Colac on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; the UP train leaves Crowes daily.colac; beech forest; crowes; timetable; railways; -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Photograph, Edward A. Downs, Dinmont: Up goods train taking water, September 1954
Colour. On Melbourne's Royal Agricultural Show in September, 1954, at Dinmont an UP goods train hauled by G42 is taking on water.dinmont; railways -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Family History, Colin & Margaret McKenzie, McKenzie, c.2007
Hector McKenzie and Abigail (nee McLean), his wife, lived at Ullapool on the shores of Lochbroom in the far north-west of Scotland. They were married on 8 March, 1821, and had several children. Three of the children, Murdoch and his two sisters, Isabella and Lexcy, emigrated to Australia from Liverpool on the ship "Hornet" on 29 July, 1854, along with 434 other assisted passengers. They arrived at Geelong on 23 October, 1854. Later, Murdoch married a like-named Margaret McKenzie on 23 May, 1861, and had eight children. At the time as the children were thinking about branching out on their own the Otway forest was surveyed and opened for selection. In 1890/91 Murdoch, a son, Duncan, and a daughter, Abigail, selected blocks at Weeaproinah. McKenzie. Colin and Margaret McKenzie. Self published; Weeaproinah (Vic); 2007(?). 54 p.; Illus; maps. Soft cover. Loose-leaf A4. -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Khaki Battle Jacket, Australian Army Ordinance Corp, Warrant Officer 2
Jacket issued by Australian Defence DepartmentComplete example of Australian Army WO2 jacketKhaki Australian Army Battle Jacket. Size ?? Red flashes on both shoulders that read "Australian Army Ordinance Corp". Warrant Officer Crowns on each sleeve. Brown buttons. Dark green lining -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book, On Demand Pty Ltd, Pioneers & Suffragists, pre-April 2013
In 1891 Victoria's Premier James Munro, under pressure from the pro-suffrage Woman's Christian Temperance Union, promised to introduce a Suffrage Bill into Parliament if it could be demonstrated that womens' franchise is what the colony's women wanted. After six weeks the suffragists had collected almost 33,000 signatures, the biggest petition ever to be presented to a colonial parliament. The Bill passed the lower house but was rejected by the ultra-conservative Upper House. This book oulines the history of 362 Colac women who signed the petition.Pioneers & Suffragists. Merrill O'Donnell; Stephen Brooks. 2nd ed. Stephen Brooks; Colac (Vic); 2013. x, 350 p.; illus. Soft cover. ISBN 978 0 646 58264 1suffrage bill; 1891; james munro; parliament; colac; women; pioneers; suffragists; merrill o'donnell; stephen brooks;