This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. It is an early souvenir from Falls Creek Ski Village. George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. In 1981 he graduated in sport psychology and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is representative of changes in Falls Creek promotional material and souvenirs over time.A hessian belt with plastic and metal buckle. Woven into belt: SKI FALLS CREEK On Buckle: SKIgeorge shirling, nissen lodge

This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. It is an early souvenir from Falls Creek Ski Village. George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. In 1981 he graduated in sport psychology and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is representative of Falls Creek promotional material.A Falls Creek Sticker printed in black on a purple and white background and including the Falls Creek logo on the right hand end. SKI FALLS CREEK plus logo Come up and ski us sometime!george shirling, ski falls creek, falls creek souvenirs

This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. It is an early souvenir from Falls Creek Ski Village. George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. In 1981 he graduated in sport psychology and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is representative of Falls Creek promotional material.A Falls Creek Sticker printed in black on a yellow and white background and including the Falls Creek logo on the right hand end. SKI FALLS CREEK plus logogeorge shirling, ski falls creek, falls creek souvenirs

This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. It is typical of the range of souvenirs used to promote Falls Creek in the 1950s. George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. In 1981 he graduated in sport psychology and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is representative of souvenirs used to promote Falls Creek in the 1950s.A green ceramic ash tray with gilt trims and printing. A typed display card is included.Across centre in gold - Falls Creek Makers Mark underneath: C. R. Hose within a map of Australia On Card: ITEM No. 127 Ceramic Ash Tray - green and gold - 3" X 3" - inscribed in gold "Falls Creek" Purchased by the donor in 1953george shirling, falls creek souvenirs

This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. It is a sticker featuring one of the different logos developed for Falls Creek, Victoria. George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. He also graduated in sport psychology in 1981 and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George credited the success of Koki to “Baldy” Blackwell. “Baldy” and Phil Nowell started the Trackers Mountain Lodge in partnership during the 1980s. In 1971 George sold Koki Lodge to Sigi Doerr. In 2024 the renamed Koki Alpine resort remains a highly popular destination in Falls Creek. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is one of the evolutions of logo design for Falls Creek, Victoria.A logo designed for Falls Creek showing 2 stylised skiers forming the blue logo with Falls Creek written in black.falls creek, Victoria Australiageorge shirling, falls creek, falls creek marketing

This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. It is an early souvenir from Nissen Lodge which was constructed in 1952 George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. In 1981 he graduated in sport psychology and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is a souvenir from one of the oldest lodges at Falls Creek Ski Resort.A glass beer jug with gilt trim around lip. It is inscribed with "Nissen Falls Creek" in gold script. It is accompanied by a typed sign explaining its origin.On glass in gold lettering: Nissen Falls Creek On sign: Item No. 126 Glass Beer jug - inscribed in gold - 4" x 3" "Nissen" - Falls Creek Purchased by the Donor in 1953george shirling, nissen lodge

This item was collected because it has been signed by Sir Peter Cosgrove MC, Patron on the National Vietnam Veterans Museum. He served as a Lieutenant in Vietnam :1 Australian Reinforcement Unit 02 Aug 1969 -19 Aug 1969, 9th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment 20 Aug 1969 -28 Sep 1969,Headquarters, 1st Australian Task Force 29 Sep 1969 - 30 Jul 1970. It was donated by National Serviceman R V Williams, a private who served under Lieutenant Cosgrove.Bottle green peaked cap with a tan brim. Embroidered. Signed in black felt pen by Peter Cosgrove.Vietnam/ Map of Australia/Vietnam 4 color bar crossing the map/ Vietnam Veterans Australia/ signature of Peter Cosgrove.souvenir, vietnam veterans cap, sir peter cosgrove signature, cosgrove, williams, r v williams

This item is from the private collection of George Shirling of Red Onion, Falls Creek. In 1952 Orest “Ory” Frueauf entered into a business partnership with Cecil Dobson, running the general store “Whitehaven” and Post Office at Falls Creek. They extended their business by adding accommodation turning Whitehaven into one of the best commercial lodges at Falls Creek. Ory and Cecil dissolved their business partnership in 1963 and Ory went on to build a new lodge called “Snowhaven” at the site of the present day Frueauf Village, Falls Creek. Ory retired to Tawonga, Victoria in 1992 and passed away in 1999. George Shirling arrived in Falls Creek in 1962. He engaged Phil Nowell to build the original Koki Alpine Lodge which opened in 1965 with 14 beds. George operated the lodge with Michael “Baldy” Blackwell as manager. He also graduated in sport psychology in 1981 and was invited to become team psychologist for the Australian Winter Olympic team which went to Albertville, France, in 1992. He later owned the Red Onion Chalet. George credited the success of Koki to “Baldy” Blackwell. “Baldy” and Phil Nowell started the Trackers Mountain Lodge in partnership during the 1980s. In 1971 George sold Koki Lodge to Sigi Doerr. In 2024 the renamed Koki Alpine resort remains a highly popular destination in Falls Creek. George Shirling passed away on 27th February 2023. He had remained actively involved in Falls Creek and was generous with his time and knowledge, always an amazing supporter of The Falls Creek Museum and Falls Creek Village.This item is significant because it is linked In to an early lodge and to Orest Frueauf, a pioneer of Falls Creek.A match book printed in blue and white for Winterhaven Lodge, Falls Creek. It includes the postal address and telephone number. The back features an advertisement for Diners Club International.george shirling, winterhaven ski lodge, orest frueauf

Items in collection re: "William Anthony (Bill) THEODORE DSM" Refer Cat No. 7926P for his service record.Cushion - black colour silk or cotton velvet fabric with silk cream and gold colour embroidery. Embroidered lettering and RAN emblem, King's Crown, Anchor and laurel leaves. Cushion edge - piped black colour silk fabric. Cushion back - black colour silk fabric. Cushion has an inner of unknown material.Embroidered lettering on cushion. "Souvenir of Egypt/ 1941/ Royal Australian Navy/ H.M.A.S. VENDETTA"souvenir, egypt, ran, ww2, william anthony theodore dsm

Margaret Olley (24 June 1923 – 26 July 2011) Born Lismore, New South Wales In 1941 Margaret commenced classes at Brisbane Central Technical College. In 1943 Olley moved to Sydney and enrolled in an art Diploma course at East Sydney Technical College graduating in 1945 with A-class honours. She is known as a still-life and interior painters Margaret who drew inspiration from her home and studio, and the beauty of the everyday objects she gathered around her. Her paintings often feature arrangements of fruits and flowers, set amid domestic ware art and souvenirs of her travels. For her service as an artist and to the promotion of art, she was awarded the Order of Australia in 1991 and made a Companion of the Order of Australia in 1996. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed oil painting of an apple on a table with red gingham cloth. art, artwork, margaret olley, olley, apple, fruit, still life

These seven photographs were taken at Bones Day, an annual sports competition between the Army Survey Regiment and the RAAF School of Radio c1970s. The two units took turns each year to host the event and on this occasion was held at the RAAF School of Radio, Laverton. The day competition usually comprised basketball, cross country, golf, sailing, squash, softball, tennis, touch football, rifle shooting, tug-of-war and volleyball. The “big bone” trophy comprising a large bone from a beast housed inside a wooden framed glass case, was awarded to the winner of the day competition. The evening competition often included darts, carpet bowls, hookey, quoits and billiards/snooker. The “little bone” (a mounted chicken bone) was the consolation trophy awarded to the winner of the evening competition. The 3-hour bus trip for the visiting unit on their return was typically very raucous. The history of the Bones Day competition is best described in the booklet titled - Bones of Contention Souvenir Program. 1965. Refer to Item 6267.These seven photographs were taken at Bones Day, an annual sports competition between the Army Survey Regiment and the RAAF School of Radio at Laverton, Victoria c1970s. The photographs are on 35mm negative film. They are part of the Army Survey Regiment’s Collection. The photographic negatives were scanned at 96 dpi. There are additional photos taken at the time that have not been scanned. .1) - Photo, black & white, c1970s, L to R: Unknown, Heather Slater and unidentified RAAF personnel. .2) & .3) - Photo, black & white, c1970s, Bill Friswell playing snooker. .4) & .5) - Photo, black & white, c1970s, Bus trip back to Bendigo. Gordon Lowery, unidentified personnel. .6) - Photo, black & white, c1970s, Bus trip back to Bendigo. L to R: Peter Tieman (asleep), Phil Batchelder (Batchelor?), background Bill Friswell (at rear), Steve Gloster, Gordon Lowery (standing), Graham Bradtke, Andy Covington, Greg Towne, TJ Wicker, Roger Pearson (asleep), unidentified personnel. .7) - Photo, black & white, c1970s, Bus trip back to Bendigo. L to R: Peter Tieman (asleep), Phil Batchelder (Batchelor?), background Bill Friswell (at rear), Gordon Lowery (standing), Graham Bradtke, Greg Towne, TJ Wicker, Roger Pearson (asleep), unidentified personnel.1P to .7P – No personnel are identified.royal australian survey corps, army svy regt, rasvy, army survey regiment, raaf school of radio, asr, bones day

These two photographs were taken at Bones Day, an annual sports competition between the Army Survey Regiment and the RAAF School of Radio in 1969. The two units took turns each year to host the event and on this occasion was held at the RAAF School of Radio, Laverton. The day competition usually comprised basketball, cross country, golf, sailing, squash, softball, tennis, touch football, rifle shooting, tug-of-war and volleyball. The “big bone” trophy comprising a large bone from a beast housed inside a wooden framed glass case, was awarded to the winner of the day competition. The evening competition often included darts, carpet bowls, hookey, quoits and billiards/snooker. The “little bone” (a mounted chicken bone) was the consolation trophy awarded to the winner of the evening competition. The 3-hour bus trip for the visiting unit on their return was typically very raucous. The history of the Bones Day competition is best described in the booklet titled - Bones of Contention Souvenir Program. 1965. Refer to Item 6267. The winner of the two trophies in 1969 is not known. MAJ Donald Ridge was probably on this occasion was the 2IC of the Army Headquarters Survey Regiment, He was subsequently promoted to the rank of LTCOL was the CO of the unit from 1972 to 1973; and continued as the CO of the renamed Army Survey Regiment from 1974 to 1975. He served from 1946 to 1975.These two photographs were taken at Bones Day, an annual sports competition between the Army Survey Regiment the RAAF School of Radio in 1969. The photographs were printed on photographic paper and are part of the Army Survey Regiment’s Collection. They were scanned at 300 dpi. .1) - Photo, black & white, 1969. L to R: Unidentified CO or representative from the RAAF School of Radio, MAJ Don Ridge. .2) - Photo, black & white, 1969. L to R: MAJ Don Ridge, unidentified CO or representative from the RAAF School of Radio..1P to .9P – no annotationsroyal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, army svy regt, fortuna, asr, bones day, raaf school of radio

The Ballarat Homecoming celebrations in 1935 were claimed in the local newspaper, The Courier to be 'the greatest pageant organised in any of Victoria's provincial centres'. The celebrations included street stalls, illuminations and carnival rides.A rare survivor of an ephemeral souvenir item from the Back to Ballarat March 9-10th, 1935.Symbols of the City of Ballaarat, a miner, and an agricultural worker set against the rising sun.Stokes Melb stamped to back of badge.ballarat, stokes, 1935, homecoming

Depicts Zoo Horse Tram No. 100. Possibly from a purchased outline of the image which a person then sewed with wool.Demonstrates a hand made item depicting the zoo horse tram that operated in Melbourne.Hand made woolen tapestry (could be machine made) of a Zoo horse drawn Tram framed within a wooden frame. Paper backing with a brass hanging wire and two eye screws on either side of the frame. tramways, zoo tram, tapestry, souvenirs, memorabilia

One of a series of postcards published by National View by Murfett Publishers Australia. Has the details on the rear with place for a stamp, address etc, and logo. Shows W2 546 (Spencer St Route 38), possibly about to pick up passengers at the Jolimont Road Stop. At the time Wellington Parade was effectively a one-way street with extensive car parking on the south side. Shows a Safety Zone on the north side of the tram tracks. Has the CRA building, the hotel on the corner of Flinders and Spring St that was demolished for Shell House. See Reg Item 3555 for a later view by the same company.Yields information about the appearance of Wellington Parade, Jolimont, mid to late 1970's.Postcard - National View - plain edges, Wellington Parade looking west towards the CBD. Card No. P-1014-2w2 class, postcard, souvenir, wellington parade, route 38, tram 546, national view

Souvenir dish featuring transfer print of the Entrance to the Avenue of Honour 14 Miles Long. The print foregrounds the Arch of Victory Ballarat and was made for Ballarat firm of R. Tunbridge & Sons. Early example of fine English porcelain with a new Ballarat landmark for the more discriminating buyer as opposed to the more common mass produced transfer printed items made in Czechoslovakia. The Ballarat Avenue of Honour is the longest surviving such memorial avenue to the Great War in the world and together with its entrance arch was officially opened by the Prince of Wales in June 1920.Souvenir dish made in England for local Australian sales. Evidence of early use of tourism pre-dating later built monuments for an Australian memorial to the Great War.Back stamped "Made in England exlusively for R. Tunbridge & Sons P.L.BALLARAT" with transfer printed Shelley England.porcelain, shelley, tunbridge, avenue of honor, arch of victory.

Produced by the Tramway Museun Society of Victoria or the Ballarat Tramway Preservation Society as sales items.Demonstrates the production of sales items.Set of four decorated drinking glasses of Melbourne or Ballarat trams by CR Hose. 1 - SW6 car with details of the tram and the TMSV in gold printing. 2 - ditto - Z class tram 3 - ditto - Ballarat 38 - produced by the BTPS 4 - ditto - cable tram set - TMSV Reg Item 612 has the full set of the TMSV produced glasses. Each glass has a image of the tram on one side with a description of the tram of the glass. Image and printing done with gold printing. Has a gold rim on the top of the glass.tmsv, glasses, tramways, glassware, souvenir

Souvenir of Melbourne trams - SW6 852. Not dimensionally accurate. See item 2658 for a similar model of a City Circle tram, with different window framing. Demonstrates the nature of many Melbourne trams souvenirs, icons.Model tram - made from a high density plastic. Finished in green and yellow.model, souvenir, sw6 class, tram 852

Item demonstrates the wide variety of Melbourne tram souvenirs, this one featuring a Z class tram rather than the W class tram. In the MTA 1980s colour scheme.Demonstrates a souvenir of a Melbourne tram.Heavy plastic model of a Melbourne Z class tram fitted with a multi part key ring and clip. Tram painted in the the MTA livery. Has the words "Melbourne Australia" on top.trams, tramways, souvenirs, z class tram, mta

Item demonstrates the wide variety of Melbourne tram souvenirs, this one featuring a Melbourne W2 class tram and Melbourne landmarks.Demonstrates a souvenir of a Melbourne tram.Rubber based fridge magnet of a relief view of tram W2 298 and Melbourne buildingstrams, tramways, souvenirs, w2 class, tram 298

Item demonstrates the wide variety of Melbourne tram souvenirs, this one featuring a burgundy City Circle tram with location details.Demonstrates a souvenir of a Melbourne tram.Metal enamel painted fridge magnet of a Melbourne City Circle tram.trams, tramways, souvenirs, city circle

Item demonstrates some of the souvenirs and stamps issued for the 1989 Stamp show including a Melbourne Met Pass ticket valid for use on a specific day. See Reg Item 6027 for other paperwork.Part of the extensive paperwork issued for the 1989 stamp show which featured historic tramcars.Souvenir booklet comprising entrance ticket, information sheets, 10x 41c cable tram stamps and a Melbourne Met Pass for the 1989 Stamp show - six card sheets + stamps - stapled. Has been punched for 22 October. Second copy added 14/3/2024 - in unused condition.trams, tramways, souvenirs, stamp show, australia post, the met, tickets, stamps, cable trams

Pack of playing cards featuring a Melbourne A class tram, No. 235 turning from Gisborne St into Victoria Parade. See item 6855 for a similar set of cards printed in British Hong Kong.Shows the use of a Melbourne tram on a souvenir.Pack of playing cards, wrapped, printed with a photo of an A class tram on one side.melbourne, trams, a class, tram 235, playing cards

Anniversary souvenir for survivors of Tobruk. Items part of the collection of "William Anthony THEODORE", DSM, PM2981. Refer Cat No. 7926P.White canvas shopping bag with two short straps held by studs and emblem on front of Rats of Tobruk Association and identifying 50th year Anniversary from 1941 to 1991.Label says "1941 - 50th Anniversary - 1991". "The Rats of Tobruk Association". 10-4-41 - 17-12-41 Siege of Tobruk". Inside in pen "Jean THEODORE BENDIGO".william anthony theodore dsm, tobruk, 50th anniversary

Wrist badge for self identifiaction made by 2381 C.W. Smith as Trench Art during service in WW1Manufactured during WW1 by C.W. Smith as an item of identification in case of an adverse occurrence during his operational serviceHand made metal map of Australia with brown leather band hand stitched and brass metal buckle“2381 C.W.SMITH/1ST FIELD SQDN./A.N.Z. MTD DIV M.” Inscribed on front of metal mapwrist, badge, metal

Established by George Guthrie in 1857 (about 5km north of its current site) and then again seven years later in 1864 after it initially closed, Bendigo Pottery remains one of the most influential and longest running Pottery’s in Australia. Over the years the Pottery has contributed to the growth and development of the district through both its products including building products, table ware and decorative and commemorative war as well as artistically, being responsible for training and supporting many potters locally. The City of Greater Bendigo has had a long history of partnering with Bendigo Pottery to produce tourism tableware and the Civic Collection holds a number of important items within its collection.Two plates produced by Bendigo Pottery with hand painted designs depicting iconic Bendigo landmarks. 0408.1 Front: FCC-A JU HUI (To get together) / Bendigo 2010. Verso: Stamped Bendigo Pottery Est 1858 / Australia, signed FB (Faye Brady). 0408.2 Front: Bendigo / Australia. Verso: Stamped Bendigo pottery Est 1858city of greater bendigo tourism, bendigo pottery, faye brady artist

Diana Lodge was built and operated by Kevin Shoebridge as a family lodge in the 1950s and it has grown and evolved over 60 years to become Diana Alpine Lodge. After Mr Shoebridge moved to Wodonga he leased Diana Lodge to Bob Scott and it also became the Post Office and Telephone Exchange. From early 1967 until about 1975, Diana Lodge was owned and operated by John and Gwyn van Burck. It was then purchased by a group of 12 families operating as Swan Hill Alpine Holdings. Diana Alpine Lodge has operated under several owners and was sold again as recently as 2023. This pennant was used in the early 1960s as a souvenir to promote Diana Lodge.This item is significant because it promotes Diana Lodge, a long standing accommodation venue at Falls Creek.A black and white triangular banner including an image of a skier and a second person on a chair lift.ALPINE VILLAGE DIANA SKI CLUB LODGE FALLS CREEK, VICdiana alpine lodge, falls creek accommodation

This item is from a collection donated by descendants of John Francis Turner of Wodonga. A wide range of small china pieces carrying scenic views of holiday destinations or key locations were a popular kind of souvenir during much of the 20th century. Several different items have been produced to commemorate Wodonga and its landmarks over time. These items document key changes in Wodonga and its heritage. This plate depicts three key landmarks in Wodonga. THE SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL in Wodonga was unveiled on Tuesday 18th November 1924. It was designed by Messrs. Hosken & Co., of Hawthorn, Victoria. The monument is all of Australian workmanship. The pedestal is made of Harcourt granite, 9ft x 9ft at the base, and rising in seven courses to a height of 10ft 2in. The emblems (rising sun and wreath) are of bronze, and the lettering of the inscription and names of fallen soldiers are in raised lead letters. Originally the Memorial was completed with a full life size, 6ft in height, sculpture of an Australian soldier in Sicilian marble. The memorial bore the inscriptions: ERECTED BY THE RESIDENTS OF WODONGA AND DISTRICT IN MEMORY of the Men of this Town and District who fell in the Great War, 1914-1919, Also in grateful recognition of the men who served and returned. “Lest We Forget.” In 1982, due to frequent vandalism and high cost of materials to repair, the soldier statue was removed and later installed at the RSL Rooms. THE WATER TOWER is a major landmark of High Street, Wodonga. It began operation from January 1924 until it ceased operation in 1959. It stood unused for a decade until the lower section was modified and put to use as “ The Tower’s Cobbler’s Inn” in 1962. In 1972 Wodonga City Council proposed to demolish the Tower. Their suggestion received an unfavorable response from the city’s citizens, so the Tower still stands today. THE BAND ROTUNDA was officially opened on Sunday 5th September 1920 at the naming of the triangular reserve at the corner of High and Hovell Streets as Woodland Grove. The Wodonga Band gave a public performance on this occasion. The tri-coloured ribbon, which stretched across the entrance to the Rotunda was cut by Mrs R.H Murphy, daughter of Mr. John Woodland, secretary of the Wodonga Shire Council for 35 years, after whom the area was named. The rotunda has since been moved to Martin Park, Wodonga.This item comes from a collection used by a prominent citizen of Wodonga. It is also an excellent example of souvenir items created featuring landmarks to represent the city of Wodonga.A china plate depicting the Soldiers' Memorial Wodonga. The central coloured image is surrounded by a 8 representations of a variety of flowers and a silver edge trim. The makers mark underneath the dish was used between 1918 - 1939 so assists in establishing provenance of the irem.Beneath image: "SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL WODONGA On back of dish, Beneath a crown " VICTORIA CHINA CZECHOSLAVAKIA"victoria china, souvenir wodonga, wodonga soldiers memorial, woodland grove wodonga

A wide range of small china pieces carrying scenic views of holiday destinations or key locations were a popular kind of souvenir during much of the 20th century. Several different items have been produced to commemorate Wodonga and its landmarks over time. These items document key changes in Wodonga and its heritage. This cup depicts three key landmarks in Wodonga. THE SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL in Wodonga was unveiled on Tuesday 18th November 1924. It was designed by Messrs. Hosken & Co., of Hawthorn, Victoria. The monument is all of Australian workmanship. The pedestal is made of Harcourt granite, 9ft x 9ft at the base, and rising in seven courses to a height of 10ft 2in. The emblems (rising sun and wreath) are of bronze, and the lettering of the inscription and names of fallen soldiers are in raised lead letters. Originally the Memorial was completed with a full life size, 6ft in height, sculpture of an Australian soldier in Sicilian marble. The memorial bore the inscriptions: ERECTED BY THE RESIDENTS OF WODONGA AND DISTRICT IN MEMORY of the Men of this Town and District who fell in the Great War, 1914-1919, Also in grateful recognition of the men who served and returned. “Lest We Forget.” In 1982, due to frequent vandalism and high cost of materials to repair, the soldier statue was removed and later installed at the RSL Rooms. THE WATER TOWER is a major landmark of High Street, Wodonga. It began operation from 1924 until it ceased operation in 1959. It stood unused for a decade until the lower section was modified and put to use as “ The Tower’s Cobbler’s Inn” in 1962. In 1972 Wodonga City Council proposed to demolish the Tower. Their suggestion received an unfavorable response from the city’s citizens, so the Tower still stands today. THE BAND ROTUNDA was officially opened on Sunday 5th September 1920 at the naming of the triangular reserve at the corner of High and Hovell Streets as Woodland Grove. The Wodonga Band gave a public performance on this occasion. The tri-coloured ribbon, which stretched across the entrance to the Rotunda was cut by Mrs R.H Murphy, daughter of Mr. John Woodland, secretary of the Wodonga Shire Council for 35 years, after whom the area was named. The rotunda has since been moved to Martin Park, Wodonga. This item has local historic and social significance as it depicts which features of the city the community valued in the past. It has artistic significance as an example of the kinds of souvenirs used widely across Australia to represent communities and the landscape.A white souvenir cup made from china with a water colour image of Woodland Grove, Wodonga which incorporates the Soldier Memorial, Water Tower and the Rotunda."WOODLAND GROVE, WODONGA."souvenirs, wodonga, woodland grove, soldiers memorial, wodonga landmarks