Shows one of Rutherglen's largest gold mines taken at the time when they were fully productive. It ceased production, machinery, chimneys & gravel heaps have disappeared.Black & white photograph, unframed but pasted to pages of an album. Great Southern"Great Southern"

This machine was in use in the 1940's during the construction of the tunnels for the Hydro Electric scheme. This particular photograph was taken in the Tailrace Tunnel which brings water from West Kiewa Power Station to the open tailrace in Mt. Beauty and then into the regulating pondage before discharge into the Kiewa River. This machine (or one similar) is on display on the Northern side of the entrance to the Visitor's Centre. The tailrace tunnel (or West Kiewa tunnel) was commenced in 1947 from both ends and the breakthrough occurred on 22nd. July, 1950Shows the size of the tunnel and the machinery used for excavation in the 1940's/50's.Black and white photographHandwritten on back of photograph "Jumbo" in Tailrace Tunneltunnel, machinery, water, tail race

This photograph was probably taken at the site of McKay Creek Power Station. Excavation of this site did not commence until 1951 but road access(a narrow track) was provided in 1948 and widened in 1954. The logs would have been milled for timber at the State Electricity Commission's mill at Howman's Gap and thus provided a much needed source of timber for construction of camps and houses as there was a general of shortage of this commodity. Because of trouble with landslides in this area, a decision was made to place the machine hall of the power station underground instead of on the surface. Restricted financial resources and the repositioning of the power station retarded construction activities and it was not completed until early 1961.. An excellent pictorial record of the general working conditions, type of machinery and vehicles in use in the 1950/s.Black and white photograph showing logging equipment, fallen logs.Handwritten on the back of the photograph "Logging at McKay Creek)logging, mckay creek, timber, machinery

This photo was most likely taken at the site of the proposed McKay Creek Power Station. Excavation of this site was commenced in 1951 but an access road (a rough, narrow track) was put it in 1948 and widened in 1954. The State Electricity Commission would have milled logs from this area at their mill at Howman's Gap. The timber was used for building of housing and camps and provided a much needed resource as there was a general shortage of this commodity. The power station was relocated underground owing to repeated problems with landslides in the area. Restricted financial resources and the repositioning of the power station retarded construction activities and it was not completed until early 1961. An historical pictorial record of the type of machinery used in the 1950's - logging truck with bogie attached, the bull dozer and winch for hauling logs to the truck and note the lack of protective clothing!Black and white photograph showing a logging truck, bogie and bull dozer with winch for hauling the logs to the truck. Two men are on the truck, a driver on the bull dozer and a large log on the bogie. Hand written on the back of photo "Logging at McKay Creek".logging, mckay creek, timber, machinery

Work commenced at Rocky Valley Dam site in early 1947 and proceeded until May. Resumed work in October after the winter and a camp for the accommodation of workmen was commenced at this time. Work continued in 1948 with the establishment of work facilities, including the erection of two large excavators. At the dam site the river was diverted through a temporary pipeline. Work proceeded in the summer months with the placing of concrete in the foundations and earth and rock fill for the construction of the wall. Rocky Valley and associated spillway and outlet works were completed in March, 1959. A very good representation of the type of machinery available in the 1940's used for excavation of the dam and the construction of the dam wall.Black and white photograph of Rocky Valley Dam wall under construction. There are at least three cranes plus workmen in the photo. This is taken from the Heathey's Spur side of the dam wall looking back toward Sun Valley.Hand written on back of photograph "Rocky Valley Dam Wall Excavation" in blue ink.rocky valley, dam, wall, machinery

A start on the construction of Bogong Creek race line was made at the commencement of winter in 1948. Work proceeded in the following years when work on the High Plains was not practicable. In January, 1951 the special trimming machine, the special slip form and concrete mixing and placing equipment was put into service. A shortage of cement caused some delays as well as a sudden financial recession. The race line was completed and put into service in 1952. An historical record showing the machinery used , the number of workers needed at any one time ( about 16 in this photo) and the mountainous terrain of the area. Black and white photograph taken during construction of Bogong Creek Raceline, showing the type of machine used for the formation of the concrete lining, the mountainous terrain, a number of workmen and a snow capped Mt. Bogong in the backgroundHandwritten on the back of photograph in black ink "Bogong Creek race line".race line, cement, machinery, bogong

grinding grainWooden delivery /storage box on top of metal Grister with three cogs and flywheel [approx. 30 cm diameter] and metal grinding cylinders [rollers] with horizontal grooved lines all around .This is bolted to a wooden stand [painted green] which has a wooden box to receive the crushed grain Rollers are adjustable .Machine driven by flat leather belt on a pulley from a small stationary engine Metal plaque attached to top of delivery box. J Buncle Parkside Ironworks North Melbournegrain, grister, farming, machinery

The pump was restored by Alan Mitchell who was an employee of Zerbe Engineering, Ashburn Place, Blackburn. The work was carried out by Alan in their workshop.The pump was patented by Joseph W. Douglas, Middletown Conn. and the patent was assigned to W & B Douglas.A reconstructed well of red bricks. Circular, dome shaped, it has a grill on the flat top of the dome on which the force pump is situated next to the grill. It circulates the water which is held in a tank beneath the brick structure. The force pump is hand operated with a replacement handle made c1965 by Alan Mitchell who restored and donated the pump. The well is located outside the kitchen door of Schwerkolt Cottage.Patented 1842 M--D Conn.civil engineering, water supply, machinery, pumps

Belong to Mary Cruickshank, Peter Simmenauer's mother-in-law.Victa motor mower UTILITY series 70. Four rubber wheels, front smaller than rear. All wheel adjustable for height. Two stroke motor with a cord pull start. Petrol tank is mounted on top of motor with transfer advising the use of BP Zoom Green petrol mix. Plastic tube connects tank with top of carburetter on motor. Long handles which can be collapsed for storage. Breather tube and air filter mounted on handle together with controls for starting and running.VICTA - cast into housing|Series 70 - transfer|UTILITY - orange and white transfer on front of motor.|BP Zoom Green - transfer on tank|CAUTION Transfer on back of tankmachinery, engines - internal combustion, domestic items, gardening

Harold Bakes obtained this item from the Hawthorn Line Depot of the P.M.G, at 385 Burwood Road Hawthorn,following up information provided by Stan Boreham..Hand operated petrol pump or bowserThis pump with tank and fittings and equipment is the property of VACUUM OIL CO PTY LTD V2946. on metal plate.on an alloy plate---Self measuring pump|G+B model 1-2179 14* 117704|manufactured by Gilbert + Barker Mfg Co Springfield Mass U.S.A.|important - Keep all Stuffing Boxes tight.transport, motor vehicles, machinery, pumps

Given by Harold Bake and was used by him.|2007 - Seized gearbox repaired.Petrol driven motor Qualcast lawn mower (motor - Villiers Midget made in England) with a large roller.Qualcastdomestic items, gardening, machinery, engines - internal combustion

Black and white photograph of a machine with caterpillar tracks, probably used to drag large pieces of timber in a timber yard.On back of photo: "Rutherglen timber mill 1960's"rutherglen timber mill, timber mills, timber industry, machinery

Date made 18 January 1997Colour photograph of a pile of granite rock left on the bank of the North Arm. This rock was quarried at Mississippi Creek and conveyed by tramline to the North Arm where it was loaded on barges and conveyed to the entrance where it was used to stabilise the piers. Lakes Entrance Victoriaboats and boating, waterways, machinery, public works

Colour photograph showing workman using digging machine to remove sand from inside entrance pier at Lakes Entrance Victoria.waterways, jetties, machinery, public works

Colour photograph showing newly constructed piers at entrance from ocean Bass Strait into Gippsland Lakes. People on beach, ladies in long skirts, men in suits. Lakes Entrance VictoriaLakes Entrance 1906 (E Bowen, Stationer, Sale) (on back)jetties, machinery, ocean, public works

Black and white photograph showing newly constructed piers at entrance to Gippsland Lakes from ocean Bass Strait. Photo shows distress rocket set up on beach with two people. Lakes Entrance Victoriamachinery, ships and shipping, waterways, public works

Black and white photograph showing entrance piers and entrance to Gippsland Lakes from ocean Bass Strait. Extensions to both piers completed. Visitors on pier and boardwalk. Lakes Entrance VictoriaLakes Entrancewaterways, jetties, fences, machinery

Oval shaped picture. Also other copies, oval shaped 12.5 x 17.5 cm and 17.5 x 25 cm. Also two black and white prints 9 x 13 cm.Sepia postcard in cameo image, showing early view of eastern pier at the entrance to Gippsland Lakes from ocean - Bass Strait, at Lakes Entrance, Victoria. Photo shows work shed and crane at end of wooden eastern pier, SS Wyralla at sea.Lakes Entrance, Gippsland Lakesjetties, machinery, ocean, waterways

Black and white photograph showing wooden western pier with new concrete extension on seaward end and crane. Two men on top of pier, ocean breaking on beach west of pier, at Lakes Entrance, Victoria.waterways, boats and boating, jetties, machinery

Black and white photograph showing view of New Works. Village on dunes at entrance to Gippsland Lakes from ocean - Bass Strait. View shows SS Gippsland at New Works wharf, Cunninghame Arm, part of Bullock Island and mouth of North Arm, post and rail fence along roadway down Jemmys Point. Lakes Entrance Victoriawaterways, jetties, machinery, navigation

Black and white photograph showing, Schnapper cottage on western side of entrance. Dark weatherboards, front partially screened in, picket fence along front, rocks along shoreline, thick vegetation on dunes, tall century plant at rear of house. Lakes Entrance Victoriaboats and boating, jetties, machinery, waterfront

Black and white photograph showing lake shoreline on western side of entrance piers, with rock retaining wall, walings and crane left middle distance and front of Schnapper cottage, dense vegetation on dune and some erosion to beach. Lakes Entrance Victoriajetties, machinery, boats and boating, waterfront

Black and white photograph showing walings along shoreline west of entrance piers and Schnapper Cotttage further along. Dense vegetation on dunes, several small boats on beach behind walings, Hopetoun channel right foreground. Lakes Entrance Victoriahouses, machinery, waterways, waterfront

Vessel stranded 26 April 1981Colour photograph of the fishing vessel Dagaraad aground on the ninety mile beach beside the entrance bar. Camera crew interviewing a lady on beach with vessel in background, two children also in photo. Lakes Entrance Victoriaships and shipping, fishing industry, coast, machinery

Vessel stranded 26 April 1981Colour photograph of the fishing vessel Dagaraad aground on the ninety mile beach beside the entrance barships and shipping, fishing industry, coast, machinery

Vessel stranded 26 April 1981Colour photograph of the fishing vessel Dagaraad aground on the ninety mile beach beside the entrance barships and shipping, fishing industry, coast, machinery

Photo appeared in Lakes Post 12 January 2000Colour photograph of Gippsland Ports facility at Eastern Wharf. Timber fishing vessel Maramingo on slips, timber shed on land nearby, rock wall at edge of waterway, three fishing vessels in Cunninghame Arm. Lakes Entrance Victoriaships and shipping, fishing industry, machinery, shipwrecks

Also two other photographs similar views.|Also one showing old bridge onlyColour photograph showing the building of the new North Arm bridge, old North Arm bridge in background, taken from tourist ferry Mulloway, returning to jetty in North Arm. Lakes Entrance Victoriabridges, waterways, demolition, machinery

Date made May 2000.Colour photograph of diving operations to attach crane cable to underwater section of piers of old North Arm bridge. Diver in water, small tinny standing by with two men aboard. Lakes Entrance Victoria.bridges, waterways, machinery, public works

This was the first rock drill to be made in Australia and was made in Maldon. It was used in the Carmen's Tunnel mine Maldon.Oswald pneumatic rock drill. What appears to be an operating lever extending to one side. Body only, no drill bits. Unpainted.Cast in relief on body "Late / R. D. Oswald / Maldon".tools, machinery, metalwork, mining