Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Councillor Mrs. E. Penny, 1961. Elected East Ward, 26th August".

James Robbie Mathers was born in Pleasant Creek [Stawell] in 1867 to James Allen Mathers, a storekeeper and former councillor. He was later to become a storekeeper in Gippsland and then at Heywood, near Portland. Following a move to Melbourne, he established a real estate business. He initially lived in Hawthorn, before moving his business to Kew where he traded as Mathers & McMillan, 136 Cotham Road, and later at 283 Burke Road. For a short time, the family resided at Landene, in Cotham Road. They were to finally move to Rosalea, in Dale Street, Deepdene. Following the death of Cr Henry Kellett in 1924, Mathers was elected unopposed as representative of College Ward. Elected Mayor in September 1930, he convened a meeting of citizens in the Town Hall in Walpole Street to form a local unemployment relief committee. His social initiatives included handing over council-owned premises in Brougham Street, the building re-purposed as a workshop for the unemployed, who were also granted free use of the Kew Municipal Baths. The Mayoress, Jean Mathers, set to work raising funds through charity balls, and also raised funds for St Anthony’s Orphanage in Wellington Street. James Robbie Mathers died on 8 April 1945. He was buried at Box Hill Cemetery. This rare civic testimonial is historically significant, especially locally, as it contains the signatures of all present councillors and parliamentarians representing the City of Kew as well as the names and signatures of leaders of local churches, schools, public officials and leaders of community groups.Boxed presentation folder and correspondence presented to the retiring Mayor of Kew, James Robbie Mather, in 1931. The book is leather bound with gilt lettering on the front. The 4 page testimonial includes and hand written statements about his contribution to Kew and its civic life. Other pages are signed by councillors, parliamentarians and community leaders.james robbie mathers, mayors of kew, civic testimonials

This collection of articles was collated by Mary Gilbert. 743.1 - In the group are, from left to right:—First Row—Councillors T. W. Murphy (Bairnsdale), J. R. Coate (Lakes Entrance); T. Hodgd (Tambo), W. Wilson (Berwick), A. Inglis (Mirboo), E. S. Whittakers (Traralgon), and W. C. Kingston (Warragul). Second Row—J. S. Lister (Rosedale), R. Stockdale (Narracan), W. Grose (Omeo), and J. Allan (Toora). Back Row—S. Purdy (Maffra), E. Heesom (Morwell), J. Arohibald (Bruthen), Mr. Lind, M.L.A., Councillor A. E. Rodwell (Orbost), Mr. S. Langslow (Health department), and Mr. C. S. Ogllvy (Warragul). A manila folder of newspaper cuttings related to commerce and government in Orbost. 743.1 is titled, " Gippsland Councillors Wait on State Ministers and is from The Argus, July 1926 .It has a large black / white photograph of the representatives of shires and boroughs of Gippsland who formed a deputation to meet which waited most of the State Ministers with various requests. 743.4 is from the Snowy River Mail and is titled, "Cann RIver's first Hotel" and has a black and white photograph of a four-wheeled buggy pulled by four horses standing outside a hotel. 743.5 is titled "At the End of a Long Trip" and is from the Snowy River Mai. It has a black and white photograph of the Cann River hotel with Mr W. Dreverman standing outside. 743.6 is from the Snowy River Mail, September 6, 1967, and is titled, " Orbosr Businessmen 20 Years Ago" and has a black and white photograph of a group of men in business suits.orbost-business cann-river-hotel

Memorandum of Agreement made the ninth day of January 1903 between the Mayor, Councillors and Citizens of the City of Bendigo and J. Eathorne of Bendigo. The Council agree to let to said tenant the building situated in Market Square, Bendigo, known as the old fire depot occupied by the exhibition committee at the weekly rent of 1 pound. Seal of the City at the bottom, signed by the Mayor, two councillors, the Town Clerk and the tenant.government, local, memorandum of agreement

The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres ), and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland This is a useful research tool.Two copies of a triple fold paper brochure. It is titled"Shire of Orbost Information Brochure" in black print. It contains the names of councillors, staff, the work program and budget.shire-of-orbost

White envelope with Councillor George Pethard written on the front in pencil. Inside is a collection of photographs of a men’s lawn bowling tournament. One photo is of the female catering staff.photograph, person, george a pethard, george pethard ./ taraxale brewing company pty ltd

White invitation from the Lord Mayor Elect of Melbourne (Councillor Sir Malcolm Donald McEacharn.) inviting the Mayor of Bendigo to a Dinner at the Town Hall on the 9th Nov.document, invitations, dinner, invitation, dinner, councillor sir malcolm donald mceacharn

BHS CollectionColoured photos of the City of Bendigo Icons Exhibition at Dudley House, sponsored by the Bendigo Historical Society. Included in the photos is the opening by the Mayor of Bendigo Councillor David Jones.history, bendigo, councillor david jones, icons of bendigo, dudley house

Gavan Oakley, ex Nunawading Councillor, has now started a co-operative making wine in the Yarra Valley. He is launching his venture at Nunawading Market.Gavan Oakley, ex Nunawading Councillor, has now started a co-operative making wine in the Yarra Valley. He is launching his venture at Nunawading Market.viticulture, oakley, gavan, nunawading market

Coloured Photograph of Cr. Janette Lucie Plummer, Mayor, City of Nunawading, August 1988 to August 1989.Jan Plummer was the first female Councillor for the City of Nunawadingplummer, janette lucie, city of nunawading, mayor

Black & white photograph of Leslie, William, Barry Cooper, Councillor, South East Ward, City of Nunawading, August 1989 to December 1994. Mayor 1992-1993.cooper, les, city of nunawading

Family history and biography of Edward Dillon who immigrated to Australia with his wife and son in 1857 and lived in Camberwell. He was a Councillor for the City of Boroondara and the Shire of Boroondara.boroondara

Colour photograph Rotary Club Chairman Jenny Mansfield with guest speakers Stuart Manderson and Monique de Zoche, Problem Gambling Councillors. Lakes Entrance Victoriarotary club, volunteering, gambling

number in album 03561.01Black and white photograph Vera Gidley, Fred Maxwell, Betty Ray, Mabel Rennie and Councillor Frank Hunter at the opening of Bowls season Lakes Entrance Victoriabowls club, sports

The new addition to the Heims’ family home – about 1930. Picture shows a Preston councillor – Councillor Hemborough.

To William Mackinlay Esq. for services rendered as a Foundation Councillor for the Borough of Ringwood 1924-1929. Dated and signed by all Councillors and Town Clerk on 1st May 1930. He was a North Ringwood orchardist and Mayor in 1927/28. The certificate has the Common Seal of the Borough.

A presentation key given to Mr Cliff Young following his victory in the Sydney to Melbourne foot race in April, 1983.A ash presentation box from the City of Melbourne to Mr Cliff Young containing on a blue background a gold-plated 14cm key and a gold-plated badge of the City of Melbourne.On paper attached to the inside lid a logo of the City of Melbourne with the words: "With the Compliments of the Lord Mayor and the Councillors of the City of Melbourne."cliff young, sydney, city of melbourne, lord mayor, key, running

Black and white photographWritten on back of photograph: "Mayor Lavis, 1960" Councillor Lavis was Mayor of Ringwood 1956/57 and 1959/60.

IT IS ON PERMAMENT LOAN FROM HEPBURN SHIRE COUNCIL.CR. ANDREW C. MC LENNAN ELECTED TO CLUNES BOROUGH COUNCIL ON 28/8/1930 AND ELECTED MAYOR 1934.FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH OF CR. ANDREW C. MC LENNAN.CLUNES BOROUGH COUNCIL ELECTED COUNCILLOR 28/8/1930. MAYOR 1934-35. HORNBY STUDIO BALLARAT.local history, photography, photographs, councillors & officers

This was possibly produced for an open day in the centenary year. The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of the Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland. This is a useful reference tool.Two stapled pages of printed information. On the front page is the logo of Orbost Shire Council. There is information on the role of the Shire Councillors for 1992/93. It has a map of the council building.orbost-shire-council