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Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Wodonga Auxiliary, 1932 - 2005
... Text ...Includes a brief background of the Auxiliary. royal victorian institute for the blind Letters --newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers RVIB Wodonga Auxiliary Text ...The Wodonga RVIB Auxiliary formed on March 23, 1932. 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 ranging between 1990 - 2005. A survey from RVIB head office in 1999 reveals the average age group of the committee and members was 70-80 years old. Includes a brief background of the Auxiliary. Letters --newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Jeparit Auxiliary papers, 1932 - 2006
... Text ...Includes a brief background of the Auxiliary. royal victorian institute for the blind Letters --newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers RVIB Jeparit Auxiliary papers Text ...The Jeparit RVIB Auxiliary formed on June 7, 1932. 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 1973 - 1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1990 - 2006. Includes a brief background of the Auxiliary. Letters --newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Dunolly Auxiliary, 1932 - 1997
... Text ...Includes a brief background of the Auxiliary. royal victorian institute for the blind Letters -- index cards and various loose papers RVIB Dunolly Auxiliary Text ...The Dunolly RVIB Auxiliary formed on November 3, 1932. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976 - 1991 as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1973 - 1984. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1989 - 1999. Includes a brief background of the Auxiliary. Letters -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Woodend Auxiliary, 1929 - [2000?]
... Text ...Other funds donated by the two women have been used for the extensions of the RVIB talking book library building and additions to library facilities. royal victorian institute for the blind Letters -- newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers RVIB Woodend Auxiliary Text ...The Woodend RVIB Auxiliary formed on November 8, 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 1973 - 1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1990 - 2000. Newspaper article from 1990 'RVIB honour'; The Gisborne and Woodend auxiliaries of the RVIB have been invited to the unveiling of two plaques made in honour of the late Miss Betty Ross Watt and the late Mrs Caroline Mary Goldie at RVIB in St. Kilda Road. These ladies were foundation members of the Gisborne and Woodend auxiliaries respectively, and they worked hard and inspired others for over 50 years. As a result of their generous bequest to the institute, four sound-proofed recording studios have been completed. Other funds donated by the two women have been used for the extensions of the RVIB talking book library building and additions to library facilities. Letters -- newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Doncaster Auxiliary papers, 1930 - 1984
... Text ...Correspondence to and from RVIB head office 1980- 1984. royal victorian institute for the blind Letters -- photocopied minutes -- and various loose papers RVIB Doncaster Auxiliary papers Text ...The Doncaster RVIB Auxiliary formed on September 19, 1930. This small collection contains a disbandment letter from 1984 that advises that 'Minutes, Annual reports etc have been kept faithfully over the years and are intact. They will be given into the care and keeping of the Doncaster and Templestowe Historical Society. The RVIB will take copies of the parts they need for their archives'. Minutes have been partially photocopied and retained from the first meeting to 1934. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office 1980- 1984. Letters -- photocopied minutes -- and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Central Auxiliary, 1927 - 2004
... Text ...RVIB Central Auxiliary Text ..." An important decision was made by the board in May last 1927 to form a Central Auxiliary with representatives from each Municipality. It has long been felt that such an Auxiliary would bring the work of the Institute more prominetly under the notice of the public and assist in finding the large sum required each year to carry on. A meeting was accoringly called for the purpose and an auxilirary formed. A strong committee was elected with Mrs James Angus as President. Mr James Angus Vice- President of the Institute was appointed by the Board of Management as Chairman of the Auxiliary." From RVIB Annual Report 1927. This collection includes Annual reports for 1966, 1969 -1970, 1973 - 1974, 1976 - 1977, 1978- 1979 and 1980 - 1981 and an incomplete lists of 10 - 25 years service badge Auxiliary members and Life Governors. The Auxiliary members did not only raise money they also raised awareness of the services provided by RVIB and worked closely with the Public Relations/Fundraising departments. Trudy Westh from Camberwell in Melbourne was recognised with a medal of the Order of Australia OAM . Mrs Westh finished her 18 year term as President of the Council of Auxiliaries in 2004. A Brief history of Auxiliaries is included. Annual reports -- minutes-- letters -- newspaper clippings -- 1 account book -- photos -- various loose papers. royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, Newspaper clippings 2 (1927-1946), 1927-1946
... Text...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Newspaper clippings from a variety of Australian and New Zealand newspapers regarding blindness, the work of Auxiliaries, RVIB, Sydney Industrial Blind Institute, blind entertainers, guide dogs and the activities, accidents and experiences of blind people in the community. 1 red covered notebook Newspaper clippings 2 (1927-1946) Text ...Newspaper clippings from a variety of Australian and New Zealand newspapers regarding blindness, the work of Auxiliaries, RVIB, Sydney Industrial Blind Institute, blind entertainers, guide dogs and the activities, accidents and experiences of blind people in the community. 1 red covered notebook -
Vision AustraliaPamphlet - Text, White Cane Day information pamphlet
... Text...White Cane Day Advertising 2 x White Cane Day Organising Committee information leaflets White Cane Day information pamphlet Pamphlet Text ...The Organising Committee for White Cane Day created a pamphlet (or booklet) of information on each of the organisations involved. These two versions represent the original and final versions of this document.2 x White Cane Day Organising Committee information leafletswhite cane day, advertising -
Vision AustraliaDocument - Text, White Cane Day review 1994, 13/10/1994
... Text...Royal Blind Society of New South Wales White Cane Day Marketing 3 pages review the promotion of White Cane day White Cane Day review 1994 Document Text ...The Royal Blind Society undertook a review of it's White Cane Day media coverage in 1994, to see where it could improve awareness of events.3 pages review the promotion of White Cane dayroyal blind society of new south wales, white cane day, marketing -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Certificate of Appreciation: Victorian Dragon Boat Association, 1998
... Text...Association for the Blind Awards 1 certificate of appreciation with dragon illustration Certificate of Appreciation: Victorian Dragon Boat Association Certificate Text ...Certificate reads "Certificate of Appreciation: The President and Committee Members of the Victorian Dragon Boat Association gratefully acknowledge the support of the Association for the Blind in the staging of the 1998 Melbourne International Dragon Boat Festival.." Signed by the President K. C. Ong, undated. Centered at the top of the page is a stylised logo of a Chinese dragon. 1 certificate of appreciation with dragon illustrationassociation for the blind, awards -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Certificate of appreciation from Lions Club to Arthur Wilkins Day Centre, 1993
... Text...Signed by the President (illegible) and Secretary (illegible) on 30th November 1993. association for the blind lions club 1 certificate of appreciation from Lions Club Certificate of appreciation from Lions Club to Arthur Wilkins Day Centre Certificate Text ...Certificate reads "Certificate of Appreciation: May it be known that this certificate has been presented to members of the Association for the Blind Arthur Wilkins Day Centre, Essendon by Lions Club of Strathmore-Gladstone Park in appreciation of the invaluable services and cooperation extended." Signed by the President (illegible) and Secretary (illegible) on 30th November 1993. 1 certificate of appreciation from Lions Clubassociation for the blind, lions club -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Certificate of Appreciation to George Vowell Centre from Lioness Club, 1985
... Text...Association for the Blind George Vowell Centre (Mt Eliza) 1 certificate of appreciation with black writing Certificate of Appreciation to George Vowell Centre from Lioness Club Certificate Text ...Certificate reads "Certificate of Appreciation: May it be known that this certificate has been presented to The George Vowell Centre by Karingal Lioness Club in appreciation of the invaluable services and cooperation extended." Signed by the President Stephanie Johnson and Secretary Patricia Goodwright on 20th December 1985. 1 certificate of appreciation with black writingassociation for the blind, george vowell centre (mt eliza) -
Vision AustraliaText, Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 28/2/1994 to 28/9/1998, 1994-1998
... Text...Minutes contains welcome of new members, and work undertaken with 3RPH, public transport, schools, library and other groups on improving services for blind members. association for the blind Paper register Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 28/2/1994 to 28/9/1998 Text ...Association for the Blind,Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 28/2/1994 to 28/9/1998. Minutes contains welcome of new members, and work undertaken with 3RPH, public transport, schools, library and other groups on improving services for blind members.Paper register association for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, 1994-1998
... Text...Minutes contains welcome of new members, and work undertaken with 3RPH, public transport, schools, library and other groups on improving services for blind members. association for the blind Paper register Text ...Association for the Blind,Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 20/10/1998 - 26/8/2002. Minutes contains welcome of new members, and work undertaken with 3RPH, public transport, schools, library and other groups on improving services for blind members.Paper register association for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 12/9/2002 -27/6/2005, 2002-2005
... Text...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Vision Australia Foundation,Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 12/9/2002 -27/6/2005 Paper register Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 12/9/2002 -27/6/2005 Text ...Vision Australia Foundation,Tilly Aston Customer Council minutes 12/9/2002 -27/6/2005Paper register -
Vision AustraliaPamphlet - Text, Mitchell cycles advertising leaflets
... Text...Royal Blind Society of New South Wales Mitchell Manufacturing 2 x A4 col. pages of advertising material Mitchell cycles advertising leaflets Pamphlet Text ...In 1974, the Royal Blind Society established within it's manufacturing division a facility to build high quality tandems for blind and partially sighted members of its sports club. By the end of 1978, the manufacturing division expanded and a new series of high quality, hand built racing cycles were developed to suit the individuals needs of the cycling enthusiast. A demand in the bicycle hire industry prompted the development of a strong universal bicycle and the new 24" Mixti family cycle was born. By 1979 the Royal Blind Society was manufacturing both family bicycles and tandems for the bicycle hire industry in N.S.W., Victoria and the A.C.T. Both cycles received an enthusiastic reception, so much so, that in 1982 they were the first bicycle manufacturer to win an Australian Design Award. In these two advertising leaflets, the specifications for the Ladies, Family and Gents bicycles are supplied along with images of each bicycle.2 x A4 col. pages of advertising materialroyal blind society of new south wales, mitchell manufacturing -
Vision AustraliaBooklet - Text, Souvenir catalogue Farewell to William Street (1876-1971) Art exhibition and sale of painting at the Royal Blind Society of New South Wales, 1971
... Text...Royal Blind Society of NSW Fundraising 6 page booklet providing a brief history and overview of current situation, including a list of auction items Souvenir catalogue Farewell to William Street (1876-1971) Art exhibition and sale of painting at the Royal Blind Society of New South Wales Booklet Text ...As a way of raising funds, an art exhibition and sale of paintings was held at the William Street offices of the Royal Blind Society before they moved to their new offices in Enfield. This was one of a series of events held to say goodbye to the former building and to pay for the creation of purpose built offices outside of the CBD. 6 page booklet providing a brief history and overview of current situation, including a list of auction itemsroyal blind society of nsw, fundraising -
Vision AustraliaLetter - Text, Letter to C. Bruce Miller, 11 April 1961
... Text...Bruce Miller Letter Text ...Individual thank you letters were sent out to those who made a certain level of donation directly to the organistion. In this example, Mr C. Bruce Miller of 11 Moorakyne Street, Malvern is thanked for his donation of 5 pounds and 5 shillings and the letter is personally signed by J. W. Wilson in 1958 and 1961 respectively.2 letters to Mr C. Bruce Millerassociation for the blind, john wilson, fundraising -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Assocation for the Blind Certificate of Appreciation
... Text...All certificates are hand-signed by the Chief Executive Officer/Appeal Chairman and President. dorothy constance riegelhuth wallace cameron oriel j grattan bird family association for the blind john cook john moule don argus hermann muncheberg Multiple A4 certificates of appreciation Assocation for the Blind Certificate of Appreciation Certificate Text ...As financial and in-kind contributions began to increase, the Association utilised certificate templates to acknowledge and thank donors. In these examples, an estate for financial support to the low vision clinic/George Vowell Centre, an individual for his support during an appeal for Elanora and a bequest from a family. All certificates are hand-signed by the Chief Executive Officer/Appeal Chairman and President. Multiple A4 certificates of appreciationdorothy constance riegelhuth, wallace cameron, oriel j grattan, bird family, association for the blind, john cook, john moule, don argus, hermann muncheberg -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Bendigo District Garden Competition, 1992-3
... Text...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne The gardens of Mirridong were well maintained as these certificates for First Prize in the Bendigo District Garden Competition acknowledge in 1992 and 1993. mirridong home (bendigo) bendigo district garden competition association for the blind 2 x A4 certificates of appreciation Bendigo District Garden Competition Certificate Text ...The gardens of Mirridong were well maintained as these certificates for First Prize in the Bendigo District Garden Competition acknowledge in 1992 and 1993.2 x A4 certificates of appreciationmirridong home (bendigo), bendigo district garden competition, association for the blind -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Association for the Blind Certificate of Honour
... Text...Association for the Blind Fundraising John Wicking A4 sized certificates with blue decoration and black and white AFB half circle log Association for the Blind Certificate of Honour Certificate Text ...Initially donations were thanked by individuals or via typed notes. The next step was the use of pre-printed certificates of honour, which could then have the donor's name hand-written or typed in. These examples are interesting as they show the use of the initial draft of the guiding light symbol, of a black outline flame and semi-circle on a white background, and the continuance of the circle, but in white on a black background. Light blue flowery motifs vertically fill the top left hand side and horizontally the bottom right hand side of the page. Signed by the President (unknown/John Wicking) and Secretary (John Wilson) they were presented to staff of the Association for their contribution of $11,000 for the Guiding Light Appeal in 1968, the staff of the Blind Citizens Community Centre for their $5000 contribution in 1974, and the staff of Mirridong for their $1500 contribution in 1974. A4 sized certificates with blue decoration and black and white AFB half circle logassociation for the blind, fundraising, john wicking -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, Association for the Blind Certificate of Honour
... Text...Association for the Blind John Wicking John Wilson Katharine (Kitty) Rose A4 sized certificates with guiding light logo Association for the Blind Certificate of Honour Certificate Text ...The Guiding Light symbol appears on the next issue of certificates from the Association, using the sphere and triangle shapes that would also become part of name badges and other items around the organisation. These certificates reflect the financial support of the Reach Out Appeal by the Mirridong Social Club in 1981 (signed by Kitty Rose and John Wilson), Elanora, Head Office and George Vowell Centre staff in recognition of their services to residents and blind members in 1982 (signed by John Wicking and John Wilson).A4 sized certificates with guiding light logoassociation for the blind, john wicking, john wilson, katharine (kitty) rose -
Vision AustraliaDocument - Text, History of the Australian Blinded Soldiers Association, August 1968
... Text...History of the Australian Blinded Soldiers Association Document Text ...A brief overview of the formation and conferences held by the Australian Blind Soldiers Association from 1921 until 1967, by Alan Foster McConnell.8 scanned pages. (Physical copy not yet located.)alan foster mcconnell, blind soldiers -
Vision AustraliaDocument - Text, Royal Blind Society at a glance, 2002
... Text...Royal Blind Society of New South Wales Marketing 1 document giving overview of organisation Royal Blind Society at a glance Document Text ...3 page discussion of the main facts about the Royal Blind Society of New South Wales, including a brief history, staffing and volunteer numbers, structure and the services it provides.1 document giving overview of organisationroyal blind society of new south wales, marketing -
Vision AustraliaText, Royal Blind Foundation 1883-2006, 2006
... Text...Royal Blind Foundation of Queensland 1 Microsoft Word document Royal Blind Foundation 1883-2006 Text ...A brief overview of the history of the Royal Blind Foundation of Queensland from it's inception to it's merger with Vision Australia in 2006.1 Microsoft Word documentroyal blind foundation of queensland -
Vision AustraliaArticle - Text, Early long cane use: a study by Bronwen Scott, 2010
... Text...Vision Australia Bronwen Scott Orientation and mobility 4 page article on long cane use Early long cane use: a study by Bronwen Scott Article Text ...Article on long cane use by Bronwen Scott from Vision Australia. Taken from the journal AER Journal: Research and Practice in Visual Impairment and Blindness. Volume 3, Number 1, Winter 2010, p26-29.4 page article on long cane usevision australia, bronwen scott, orientation and mobility -
Vision AustraliaAdministrative record - Text, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind annual report 1904, 1904-1909
... Text...These bound volumes of annual reports contain the information sent to subscribers of the Institute and outline the notable events and difficulties facing the blind and the RVIB. royal victorian institute for the blind annual reports 1 volume with black and white illustrations Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind annual report 1904 Administrative record Text ...From it's beginning in 1867, the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind grew in size and its number of employees and benefactors. These bound volumes of annual reports contain the information sent to subscribers of the Institute and outline the notable events and difficulties facing the blind and the RVIB.1 volume with black and white illustrationsroyal victorian institute for the blind, annual reports -
Vision AustraliaText, RVIB Mentone/Mordialloc Auxiliary, 1930 - 2008
... Text ...November 2001 and article was published in the local newspaper titled '70 year chapter closes' - It is with deep regret that the present committee announce they cannot carry on any longer, owing to the age of those involved and because there was only six ladies on the committee. royal victorian institute for the blind Various loose papers and letters RVIB Mentone/Mordialloc Auxiliary Text ...The Mentone/Mordialloc RVIB Auxiliary formed on May 28, 1930. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1973-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1973-1985. November 2001 and article was published in the local newspaper titled '70 year chapter closes' - It is with deep regret that the present committee announce they cannot carry on any longer, owing to the age of those involved and because there was only six ladies on the committee. Various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaAdministrative record - Text, RVIB Barwon Heads Auxiliary papers, 1942 - 2014
... Text ...Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind Auxiliaries Various loose papers and letters, including a Lifetime Achievement Award RVIB Barwon Heads Auxiliary papers Administrative record Text ...The Barwon Heads RVIB Auxiliary formed on September 11, 1942. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1973-1978, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between that time. In 2003, the RVIB awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award to the Barwon Heads Auxiliary for their continued support of the organisation.Various loose papers and letters, including a Lifetime Achievement Awardroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries -
Vision AustraliaText, Victorian Association of Braille Writers twenty-first annual report 1914-15, 1915
... Text...Victorian Association of Braille Writers 16 pages Victorian Association of Braille Writers twenty-first annual report 1914-15 Text ...Annual report of the Victorian Braille Writers Association. Articles in the annual report include: List of VABW Patrons president, vice presidents, treasurer, librarian, auditors, committee, book selecting committee and life Governors. Report from the 21st AGM, plus a call for donations and subscriptions from Members and the Public. List of work (number of volumes) done by transcribers to end of March, 1915. 16 pagesvictorian association of braille writers
