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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.Agenda and minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 20.6.1994. Three typed pages. Items discussed Final arrangements for the Inaugural Sir John Quick lecture on Friday 12.8.1994 at La Trobe University Bendigo. Justice Michael Kirby to present the lecture. Concern about frequent public references suggesting that John Quick drafted the Australian Constitution at "the Eyrie". There is no direct evidence to support this claim.sir john quick, justice michael kirby, centenary of federation -
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Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played. 1. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 17.2.1993. 2. Copy of an article prepared by Michele Matthews for the Constitutional Centenary Council newsletter. "Sir John Quick (1852 - 1932): A Missionary For Federation. Published March 1993. 3pp. sir john quick, federation -
Mont De LanceyPudding Basin, Grimwade's, Circa 1911
White ironstone "Quick-Cooker" pudding basin with lid and written cooking instructions in green."Gold Medal London 1911 The Quick-Cooker" Grimwades's Pat Nos 12835/09 and 1504/09 and 12181/11 Excellent for stews of all kinds" etcpudding basins -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of VictoriaPhotograph - Carte de visite, F W Lindt, C. 1880s
Rev. W. A. Quick (1820-1915) was a significant figure in Victorian Methodism. President of the Queen's College Council 1888-1908. Chairman of the Tasmanian District 1861-71. President of the Australian Conference, 1866.Carte de Visite. Sepia toned head and shoulders studio portrait of the Rev. William Abraham Quick. The Rev Quick is looking to his left.Printed on the front: "J.W.LINDT MELBOURNE" Handwritten in ink on the back "Rev. W.A.Quick"methodist, wesleyan, president queen's college council, chairman tasmanian district, william abraham quick, president wesleyan conference victoria -
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Document - Quarry Hill Golf Club, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Invitation to Sir John Quick Committee to attend the renaming of the Quarry Hill Golf Club Clubhouse to "Sir John Quick Clubrooms" to held on 30th January 1993. 2. Coloured photograph of the renaming ceremony. 3, Coloured photograph of the Sir John Quick photo displayed in the foyer of the Clubrooms. 4. Article in the Bendigo Advertiser "Mayor Speaks" announcing the renaming of the Clubrooms.(Cr. James Douglass). 7/11/92.sir john quick, federation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 7.7.1993. Items discussed: Design of Sir John Quick Committee Letterhead Arrangements for the Corowa Conference to be held July 31 - August 1 1993 2. Newspaper article about the presentation of the Sir John Quick portrait to the people of Corowa. 3. Photocopy of an article published in Parliamentary Patter No. 18, September 1993 - "Corowa Revisited" written by Theresa Rodgers.sir john quick, federation -
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Document - Commemoration Envelope, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Letter of thanks for a Commemoration envelope featuring Sir John Quick. 2. Newspaper article. Sir John Quick featured on a new pre-stamp envelope launched in Bendigo on 30.7.1992. Area Manager Ted Rankin photographed with the new envelope. Published 31.7.1993.sir john quick, federation, australia post, ted rankin -
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Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 5.7.1995. Three typed pages on blue paper. Items discussed Confusion re location Of John Quick's Office. Proposed brochure for Bendigo Tourism Board. Bathurst Convention Centenary to be held in November 1996centenary of federation, bathurst convention -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 1.11.1995. Three typed pages on green paper. Items discussed Invited to participate in Bathurst Convention celebrations. Sir John Quick Lecture organization. Beatification of Rosalind Park after several major relocations.centenary of federation, bathurst convention -
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Document - Press release for Sir John Quick Commemoration, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Press release from CoGB re the Commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the death of Sir John Quick, held on 17th June 1992. The Mayor Cr. Douglass paid tribute to Sir John Quick at a ceremony held in the Queen Victoria Gardens at the site of the bust of Sir John Quick. The Mayor and Cr. John Balsillie also laid a wreath on the grave of Sir John Quick at the Bendigo Cemetery. 2. Order of Service for a commemoration held at the Forest St Uniting Church on 17th June 1992. Guest speaker Michele Matthews. 3. Two coloured photographs of the ceremonies. 4. Four newspaper articles covering the events of the commemoration.sir john quick, federation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played. Four A4 pages of typed and handwritten notes. Minutes of the meetings of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 24.4.1992 and 13.5.1992. Discussion items: Forming a Trust tor fundraising, Commemorative service for 60th anniversary of Sir John Quick's death, liaising with Primary Schools, investigating possibility of a documentary. sir john quick, federation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Agenda and minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 31.1.1995. Four typed pages. Items discussed Purchase of information booklets from the Constitutional Centenary Council. Preparation of short articles about Sir John Quick by Michele Matthews. Efforts to improve the gravesite of "Federation Poet" William Gay. Following up proposal to place a plaque outside Quick's original office in Dispensary Walk. Leave of absence for Richard Sneddon. Secretary position vacant.centenary of federation, federation centenary committee -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 24.3.1994. Two typed pages. Items discussed Centenary of Federation Advisory Committee request for a submission re goals, strategies and involvement of interest groups in the in the Centenary of Federation in 2001. Secretary to prepare a submission. Request to local school to highlight Sir John Quick in school assignments as well as Sir Henry Parkes. Proposed lectureship at Bendigo University. Justice Michael Kirby to present the Inaugural Sir John Quick lecture on Friday 12.8.1994. sir john quick, annual lecture, bendigo university, justice michael kirby, centenary of federation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Agenda for meeting 12.8.1992 2. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 12.8.1992. 3. Letter from Cheryl Sanders (University of Melbourne) to the Committee re commemoration event to be held at Corowa in 1993 accepting possibility of the Sir John Quick Committee assisting with research of the history..sir john quick, federation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 16.5.1995. Three typed pages. Items discussed 1995 Sir John Quick Lecture. Finding a speaker for the Lecture. Visit to Bendigo of the Governor of Victoria The Hon. Richard McGarvie on May 31. 2. Program for Official Inauguration and Citizenship Ceremony by His excellency The Hon. Richard McGarvie, at the Art Gallery 31 May 1995. The program included the launch of Constitutional Awareness Week in Bendigo and the opening of the Victorian Constitutional Exhibition. Two typed pages on yellow paper. 3. Two coloured photographs of Sir John Quick's house and one coloured photograph of Sir John Quick's grave. Unknown person in photos.centenary of federation, citizenship ceremony., hon. richard mcgarvie -
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Document - Newspaper article re Sir John Quick, Michele Matthews Collection, 1993
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.Newspaper article published in the Bendigo Advertiser. City Council receives two photographic portraits of Sir John Quick. Published 30.7.1993sir john quick, portraits -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 14.12.1997. Two typed pages on white paper. Items discussed Centenary of Bendigo School of Mines Centenary banquet organization15.3.1998 including re-enactment of speeches. 2. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 5.11.1998. One typed pages on gree paper. Items discussed Centenary Dinner, Shamrock Hotelsir john quick lecture, centenary conference, centenary dinner, federation -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Booklet - Michele Matthews Collection - 2002 Sir John Quick Bendigo Lecture - "Footprints on the Sands of Time: Bendigo 's Citizens, the 1909 Bendigonian Annual and Community History", 04/02/2025
La Trobe University, Sir John Quick annual lectureMichele Matthews Collection - 2002 Sir John Quick Bendigo Lecture - "Footprints on the Sands of Time: Bendigo 's Citizens, the 1909 Bendigonian Annual and Community History". Presented by Professor Jeff Brownrigg, Head of Research and Outreach, Screen Sound Australia, Canberra. The ninth Sir John Quick Bendigo lecture, held on 2 October 2002.sir john quick annual lecture -
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Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.1. Agenda and minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 22.11.1994. Three typed pages. Items discussed Success of the inaugural Sir John Quick lecture at La Trobe University Bendigo. Plans to begin for 1995 Lecture. Formation of a Federation Centenary Committee set up by the Council. Sir John Quick Committee to be invited to participate in plans made by this Committee. Peter Tangey nominated to be representative on the Committee. 2. Minutes of meeting of the Federation Centenary Committee held on 29.11.1994. Two typed pages. Items discussed Aim to playing a role in planning local celebrations and bring a national focus on Bendigo. Distribution of Federal reports and planning suggestions.centenary of federation, federation centenary committee -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of VictoriaPrint, Undated. C. 1890s
Rev. W. A. Quick (1820-1915) was a significant figure in Victorian Methodism. President of the Queen's College Council 1888-1908. Chairman of the Tasmanian District 1861-71. President of the Australian Conference, 1866.Black and white print on buff paper. Head & shoulders portrait of the Rev. William Abraham Quick."REV W.A.QUICK EX-PRESIDENT WESLEYAN CONFERENCE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA"methodist, wesleyan, rev w a quick, wesleyan conference, president of the wesleyan conference -
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Document - Delegates to the 1893 Corowa Conference, Michele Matthews Collection, 1993
Michele Maslunka-Matthews B.A. (Hons). Dip.Ed. Local Bendigo Historian and teacher. Member of the Bendigo City Council's Sir John Quick Committee.a. Three page typewritten list of the seventy two delegates to the 1893 Corowa Federation Conference. The Bendigo delegates were A J Hampson (ANA), John Quick (ANA), J B Young (ANA). b. Two newspaper articles from the Bendigo Advertiser (3.8.1993) recording the presentation of a framed portrait of Sir John Quick to the people of Corowa. The presentation was made by Cr. John Balsillie on behalf of the bendigo City Council's Sir John Quick Committee. federation, corowa conference, paul keating, sir john quick, portrait -
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Document - Sir John Quick Historical dates, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.A list of historically significant dates and events, relevant to Sir John Quick, to highlight or celebrate during the following decade. Prepared by Michele Matthews. Two handwritten sheets of lined paper. sir john quick, federation -
Lara RSL Sub BranchSound Block, 1965
This sound block was presented along with a gavel to the Lara RSL by AJ Quick in 1965. Alan James Quick was a member of the 1st Australian Parachute Battalion during the Second World War, and was later a life member of Lara RSL. Alan received the RSL Meritorious Service Medal. Alan was the president of Lara RSL from 1965-1970, and this gavel was used at committee meetings by the president after its donation in 1965.This sound blockis a key object of Lara RSL's history. It was used in committee meetings in the 1960s and perhaps later, and provides a documented link to an earlier president.Small octagonal wooden sound block with sloped sides and green felt top. Underside is painted dark green and has a round hole in the base.sound block, lara, rsl, quick -
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Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played. 1. Agenda for meeting 12.2.1992 2. Minutes of meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 12.2.1992. Additional members appointed: Michele Matthews, Rev. Lindsay Faulkner, Mr. Peter Tangey. Mr. N. B. Reid MHR to attend when available. 3. Letter of reference for Michele Matthews (issued to all members of the Committee as an introduction)and Minutes. (17.2.92) 4. A list (30.3.1992) issued by the Committee of planned events to commemorate the anniversary of the death of Sir John Quick. (22.4.1992).sir john quick, federation -
Bendigo Military MuseumManual - TRAINING MANUAL, 12.7 mm QCB Study Guide, Nov 2004
QCB stands for quick change barrel and relates to a heavy Browning Machine Gun. This manual set up for training course on it's use and function.Stapled assembly A4 sheets with green cover and with 42 pages of the use, description and maintenance of a Browning 12.7mm M2 Heavy Quick Change Barrel (QCB) machine gun.Date, "November 2004" then "1/2/2005".royal navy, gunnery, book, training course -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental CollectionPhotograph - 20th Light Horse in camp
The 20th Light Horse (Victorian Mounted Rifles) was raised in 1920 as part of the 3rd Cavalry Brigade, 2nd Cavalry Division, Citizen Military Forces, with Headquarters at Seymour and depots along the Goulburn Valley from Mansfield to Tocumwal in southern NSW. In December 1941, 20th Light Horse (Victorian Mounted Rifles) converted from horse to mechanised, initially as 20th Motor Regiment. In 1943 the Regiment was deployed to Merauke, Dutch New Guinea. Upon its return in April 1945, the Regiment was redesignated 20th Pioneer Battalion. It was disbanded following the end of the war. 20th Light Horse was the only light horse regiment to serve overseas in WWII. This is one of a collection of photographs featuring a Light Horse regiment drawn from rural and regional Victoria in the period immediately prior to mobilisation for World War 2 (1939-1945).Black and white photograph mounted on card of six men in shirt sleeves sitting outside a ridge tent. Civilian car in right background. Photograph is part of 20th Light Horse collectionAcross edge of card mount.W. Stillard, W. Quick, C. Bourchier, Murray Scott. Seymour Military Camp. Arrived Mar 193920th, light horse, camp, training, wwii, stillard, quick, bouchier, seymour, scott -
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Document - Newspaper article re Sir John Quick, Michele Matthews Collection, 1992
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.Copy of a newspaper article published in the Bendigo Advertiser Supplement "Bendigo: Birthplace of a Nation". Two page article written by Michele Matthews - "FEDERATION. One community's response". The article explores the role of Sir John Quick in persuading Bendigo to support federation of the Australian States. Published on September 23rd 1992. sir john quick, federation -
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Document - Sir John Quick Committee, Michele Matthews Collection, 04/02/2025
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.Sir John Quick Committee members and contact details for years 1997 and 1998. wo printed pages on pink paper. members included John Balsillie, George Ellis, Charles Fahey, David Lea, Michele Matthews, Bruce Reid MHR, Professor Richard Sneddon, Peter Tangey, Terry Templer, Les Roberts.sir john quick, sir john quick committee -
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Document - Sir John Quick Committee Minutes, Michele Matthews Collection
The Sir John Quick Committee was formed in 1991 to commemorate the achievements of Sir John Quick who played a prominent role in the federation of Australia. The Committee aimed to raise awareness of the contribution of Sir John Quick and to ensure that he was recognized for the part he played.Minutes for meeting of the Sir John Quick Committee held on 7.7.1998. List of Committee members attached, dated 3.8.1998. Two typed pages on white paper. Items discussed New Committee members nominated - Beryl Armstrong and Thomas Patrick Stewart Attendance of John Balsillie and Michele Matthews at Coming Commonwealth Convention 19 - 21 Junesir john quick committee, coming commonwealth convention -
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Document, Proposed Histories of Mitcham Primary School, Laburnum Primary School. Notes in N.H.S. Newsletter, 1/09/1988 12:00:00 AM
Proposed Histories of Mitcham Primary School No. 2904 (1888-1988), Laburnum Primary School No. 4863 appearing in Nunawading Historical Society's Newsletter, and a History of Laburnum by Os. Green.Proposed Histories of Mitcham Primary School No. 2904 (1888-1988), Laburnum Primary School No. 4863 appearing in Nunawading Historical Society's Newsletter, and a History of Laburnum by Os. Green. With article 'Quick Fix', referring to use of filling for playground of Laburnum Primary School.Proposed Histories of Mitcham Primary School No. 2904 (1888-1988), Laburnum Primary School No. 4863 appearing in Nunawading Historical Society's Newsletter, and a History of Laburnum by Os. Green. primary schools, mitcham primary school, no. 2904, laburnum primary school no. 4863, green, oswald stuart
