Prior to the election of female Councillors and Mayors in the 1960’s, the Lady Mayoress role was one of the few ways women could officially undertake civic duties. Mayoresses made important contributions to their local communities through their charity work and as ambassadors for their region on a state and federal level. They also undertook some Mayoral duties on occasions when their husband was unavailable. Judith Mansell served as Mayoress from 1983 - 84.Colour photographic portrait sitting behind oval mount.lr; H. Hampelcity of bendigo mayoress, city of greater bendigo portraits, city of bendigo mayor, lansell pendant, mayor mansell, mayoress mansell

Prior to the election of female Councillors and Mayors in the 1960’s, the Lady Mayoress role was one of the few ways women could officially undertake civic duties. Mayoresses made important contributions to their local communities through their charity work and as ambassadors for their region on a state and federal level. They also undertook some Mayoral duties on occasions when their husband was unavailable. Gloria Quin was Mayoress from 1985 - 86.Colour photographic portrait sitting behind oval mount.lr; H. Hampelcity of bendigo mayoress, city of greater bendigo portraits, city of bendigo mayor, lansell pendant, mayor quin, mayoress quin

This portable reading device provided the ability for people to scan printed items and see the enlarged result on a television screen. Weighing almost 9 kilos (with batteries) and able to be used for up to 2.5 hours each time the battery was charged, it was hailed as "particularly robust at low weight". Pictures in the accompanying brochure demonstrate it's use to read a newspaper, in the classroom and on the beach.Electronic reading aid inside black vinyl case, with two brochures and a manual'Dr Krause & Associates, 9 Collins Parade, Hackham, SA, 5163' has been stamped on the brochures and is on a type written label inside the lid.assistive devices, screen magnifiers

Black and white laminated laser copy. Joshua Black is sitting in a cane chair-holding walking stick. Wearing a one button coat. Card on front - Joshua Black.Front: W.L. Blac, photo, Portland. No. Copies may be had by sending number.joshua black, portland

Black and white photograph of Malcolm Charles Black, City Engineer, 1947 - 1968, City of Nunawadingcity of nunawading, black, m.c.

Cyril Henry Woodford Kett FBOA FSMC (1890-1971) was one of the five people who signed the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the Australian College of Optometry in 1939. He was a councillor of the College from 1940 to 1970 and First Vice President 1944 to 1947. He was made an honorary life member of the College in 1954. He donated numerous items of historical interest to the College that provided the foundation of the Museum which now bears his name. It was painted by another optometrist, John Nathan.This painting is significant to the College as it is one of only ten portraits in oils of individuals who have been leaders in the development of the College.This framed oil painting shows Mr Cyril Henry Woodford Kett FBOA FSMC (1890-1971),Councillor and Vice President of the Australian College of Optometry, an important figure in Optometry in Victoria. It was painted in 1980 by another optometrist, John Nathan,and is signed by the artist at lower right corner: 'John Nathan'.Signed by artist at lower right corner: 'John Nathan'. Plaque on frame reads:'Cyril H W Kett FBOA(Hons) FSMC FVOA c1890-1970/ Councillor of the College 1940-1970/ Vice President 1940-42, 1944-47, 1948-50, 1954-70/ Chairman of Council 1944-1947/ One of the five signatories to the original Memorandum of Association of the Victorian College of Optometry'.optometry, painting, oil painting, portrait, cyril h w kett

Worn by Robert Lawson Promoted to Petty Officer Engineering (MTP) 1979This uniform was worn by Bob Lawson. Bob is a member of Lara RSL, and this uniform is representative of his service in the Royal Australian Navy.Black cotton tie. lara, rsl, military, war, australia, navy

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy. NE. near Ringwood Lake

Black and white photographRingwood Lake viewed from North

Black and white photographRingwood Lake viewed from East

Black and white photographNth Ringwood shopping centre at Oban & Warrandyte Roads

Black and white photographClub Hotel at East Ringwood

Black and white photographClub Hotel at East Ringwood

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy & Warrandyte Rd intersection view to NW. (Pinemont just visible)

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy & Warrandyte Rd intersection view to West, past railway station entrance

Black and white photographBedford Rd. Ringwood Cellars,formerly Blood bros store

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy. Nth side opp Station

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy. Nth side opp Station

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy. Old Town Hall site

Black and white photographRingwood Railway Station

Black and white photographRingwood Railway Station. 1999 trackwork

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy. view East to Wantirna Rd.

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy.& Wantirna Rd intersection (old coolstore site)

Black and white photographRingwood St. East side, North of Maroondah Hwy. (opp Seymour St)

Black and white photographRingwood Station entrance, with National Bus Lines bus departing.

Black and white photographMaroondah Hwy. view to NE. across former clocktower site from Station vehicle entrance

Black and white photographAdelaide St. view to W. towards entrance to carpark beneath the Library complex.