After the first world war there was a decision made to create a memorial. Legatees were involved in the process at various times and capacities. In particular Legatee Kemsley was vocal in idea of a structure over a utilitarian memorial (such as a hospital or a park) - see letter at 01182. Also that 25 sites were selected for consideration in 1921. Although the St Kilda Road site was favoured early on, by 1926 there was pressure to change to a "provision of square" and Cenotaph at the intersection of Spring and Bourke Streets. 'Melbourne Legacy decided to support and work for the Shrine of Remembrance as the National War Memorial.' It is notable that the initial design 'incorporated certain features of the Mausoleum at Hellicarnasus, which is listed as on of the Seven Wonders of the World and, also, many of the refinements of the ancient Grecian architecture.' This note describes how the ray of light shining on the Rock of Remembrance was 'something of an afterthought' as Philip Hudson (one of the architects) saw something similar on a trip abroad, in a chapel in France. The final paragraph is significant 'All materials in the Shrine are of Australian origin. Indeed, with the exception of the marble in the Shrine floor which was quarried at Carloola in NSW, and the Hawksbury freestone in the bas relief panels, the remaining materials are all of Victorian origin.' This account is written by a Legatee who was heavily involved in the building of the Shrine. It is presumed to be Legatee Kemsley but it is not certain (the handwriting might be a clue if more documents written by him are found). Also the date is not known. Items were in an envelope with other photos and programmes from different items relating to the Shrine of Remembrance - including discussions on its location and design. Labelled 'Shrine of Remembrance S1 - S14' it was part of an old archive numbering system, that showed there has been efforts in the past to collect, order and save items of Legacy's history. (01181 - 01190, 01206 - 01211).A record of the events that led to the construction of the Shrine of Remembrance as noted by a Legatee shortly after. There was an effort to record historical events for the "Archive Committee" which collected this an other documents relating to the Shrine together in a file (see items 01181 - 01190, 01206 - 01211)Four white foolscap pages of black type recording major events in the history of building the Shrine (starting from 1921). Plus several hand written notes which were the draft version, including notes on an envelope and on scrap paper of various sizes.Handwritten 'S1 History Shrine' in red pen on top left of first page. Handwritten notes on scrap paper.memorial, shrine of remembrance

A short History of the Mason Family and others compiled by Joyce DowsettClear plastic cover with yellow binding, over white paper with black border and title They Were Battlers A Short history of the Mason Family and others. 8.3.1992stawell

Balwyn North : Kew High School History Writing Group, April 2013 ©2013 10 unnumbered pages, 111 pages : illustrations (some colour), facsimiles, portraits ; 30 cm non-fiction"A story of triumph and tribulation, of a school that has served the young people of the kew area ably for fifty years."kew high school (vic.) -- history., high schools -- victoria -- kew -- history., kew (vic.) -- history.

A History of the Halls Gap Post Office.Light Blue Card With Dark Blue Tape Black PrintA History of the Halls Gap Post Office. by John F Waghorn 1990stawell grampians

Crowd of people at the Shire Centenary council, local significant events

A badge made to celebrate a history project conducted by Year 4 at Buninyong Primary School in 2010Large round badge in grey tones showing the old bank and shops in centre of Buninyong.Buninyong PS Local History Project Year 4 2010buninyong state school, buninyong primary school, education, badges

The 2002 Chief of Army's Military History Conference.Vietnam was Australia's longest war, and among its most controversial and devisive.australian army, vietnam war, 7th battalion, the royal australian regiment, 2nd battalion royal australian regiment, 1st battalion rar, australian task force - vietnam, anzac battalion, president kennedy, us military

Former Shire of Maldonshire of maldon, victoria

Book of 'Stories of British History', used by Edith FingerGrey notebook with dark blue writing with Edith Finger Grade V on cover and inside.Stories in British History - Part I, B.C 55 to A.D.1558, a first course in British history by William Eillies, M.A. 1/9 Edith Finger Grade V.finger edith, school, british history, william eillies

Stawell Shire Hall photograph taken late 1990s. The building appears freshly painted with the flag pole on the left hand side. The front door is now glass.Black & white photograph of Stawell Shire Hall late 1990's. The flag pole is on left side and the building looks freshly painted. The front door is now glass. Photo in Album 7 page 53.stawell

significant to the Pyrenees Shire and Lexton communitymetal stamp pressShire of Lexton 1860

A History of the Hurnall family in AustraliaGreen card Cover with a colour Photograph of a magnificent Gum TreeA Good Life A History of the Hurnall family in Australia researched and compiled by Jeanette Lenzstawell, family history

Alex McCullough was a resident of Mt Beauty for many years and wrote a book on the History of Mt Beauty. Mt Beauty was constructed by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria to house employees working on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.Mt Beauty's history is unique as it was built as a construction town in the late 1940s. The information contained in the folder is a written history of the town's development. Alex, 1916 - 2011, worked as a foreman on Clover Dam. He served in WWII, was involved in the community (Mt Beauty & District Progress Association & Mt Beauty Neighbourhood Centre), achieved many awards, served as Shire Councillor and Mayor, was involved with tennis and golf committees. His obituary is online ref. legacy.com White plastic folder with more than 20 clear plastic sleeves containing information on various organisations in Mt Beauty. Assembled by Alex McCullough. There is an index of the organisations in the first sleeve.Attached to the front cover: 'Early History Mount Beauty'mt beauty & district progress association, mount beauty history, alex mcculloch

A Histroy of Glenpatrick and Nowhere Creek. A record of the history and pioneer families of these two areasOff White Card Cover with Brown Print below which is a drawing of trees and stone chimney,Ghosts of the Glen (Undelined) A History of Glenpatrick and Nowhere Creek By Isabel Armerstawell

Stawell Shire Hall built 1866, this photo may have been taken in 1876. A copy of each was made and donated to the society by Melbourne Museum. Three people standing outside the front door may be one adult and 2 children. Early view of the Stawell Shire Hall c 1876 before the building was extended. In more recent photos the building has 3 side windows. Three people are standing outside the building entrancestawell