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NMIT (Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE)Metal Plaque: Fairfield Hospital from Fairfield Lions Club
The plaque was removed from an old dilapidated playground roundabout or merry-go-round on the grounds of the Fairfield Hospital.Elliptical shaped Metal plaque which was removed from old play equipment at the Fairfield Hospital c2003.'A GIFT TO CHILDREN / presented to the / FAIRFIELD HOSPITAL / by the / FAIRFIELD LIONS CLUB / MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GENEROSITY OF THE PEOPLE OF FAIRFIELD'. There is also a Lions International stamp imprinted on the plaque.fairfield hospital, plaque, fairfield lions club, nmit -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of VictoriaPhotograph, undated
The foundation stone of the Wellington St. Methodist Church Collingwood was laid on December 13 1886, by W.R. Bennett J.P.Sepia photograph of the Wellington St. Methodist Church Clifton Hill."Wellington St. Clifton Hill where I was appointed to preach and minister during 2nd World War 1943-4." Gift of Rev. N. Mapperson.wellington st. methodist clifton hill, collingwood, rev. n. mapperson, w.r. bennett -
Queenscliffe Maritime MuseumPhotograph - Photograph of the "Southern Cross", Photographer unknown
An original, cardboard mounted, photograph of the sailing ship 'Southern Cross' under full sail at sea.Realism, historical, black & white photographAn original, cardboard mounted, photograph of the sailing ship 'Southern Cross' under full sail at sea.On the reverse - Miss C Hawk - Not now - 1 Madden Avenue Glenhuntley - 29 Potter Ave Rosebud 3934 - Gift from Miss Hawk"1985at sea, southern cross, sailing ship, in corio bay, 1916 -
Bendigo Military MuseumPamphlet - NOTICE - A.C.F, 1939 -45
The items relates to a collection re John EDWARDS VX3857 2nd AIF. Refer Cat No 536 for his service details."Australian comforts fund." notice. Notice is Re the ACF and its affiliated organization to bring pleasure to the troops via a Christmas gift from the folks at home. Yellowed paper with Red star a top with white "ACF" Blue writing . Note is attached to a cardboard backing via photo corners.documents - posters, military history, acf, comforts, funds -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Ephemera - BENDIGO EASTER FAIR COLLECTION: RAFFLE TICKET 1938
The Bendigo Easter Fair Society to aid Bendigo Base Hospital and Asylum. Ticket no. 34321. Prize Chevrolet standard 6 cylinder sedan valued at 360 pounds. Motor car raffle, 1938, gift of W. Corrie Esq. and the associated business men. Tickets 1/ proceeds for charity.event, easter fair, bendigo easter fair -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - NORM GILLIES COLLECTION: COMPANY PROMOTIONAL POCKET DIARY
Gillies Company promotional gift pocket diary 1985 - blank unused Green plastic cover, with blue text including coloured maps Diary / almanac For 1985, covering 28/12/1984 to 02/01/1986 One of two pocket diaries (1984 diary refer 11850.17) -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub BranchBook, The Australian Soldiers' Pocket Book, 1944
WWII Historical significance.This book was a gift to serving members of the Australian Army from The Australian Comforts Fund in 1944. The book belonged to VX37033 Pte Andrew Bishop 2/22 Infantry Battalion A.I.F. The book gives details of relevant information regarding The Army, First Aid, and information about the enemy etc.Inside the front cover written in ink VX37033 Pte A.B. Bishop 2/2nd Inf. Bn. A.I.F. and 2/22 Inf. Bn. A.I.F.. Also a message from Andrews Wife, Dorothy. I received the three parcels on the 24/3/45 love Dot. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Photograph - GOLDEN SQUARE P.S. LAUREL ST. 1189 COLLECTION: PHOTO'S
Two copies of photos on purple A3 sheet: top photos shows Tom McConville on his retirement, receiving a gift from a boy and girl student. Bottom photo, unlabelled, girls in tunics, holding a shield ( possibly one in BHS collection ) Faded image, difficult to read shield.education, primary, golden square laurel st p.s. -
Federation University Art CollectionArtwork, other - Artwork - Printmaking, Lytlewode Press, 'Bolunga' by Paddy Fordham
Paddy FORDHAM WAINBURRANGA (c1930-2006) (Katherine, Northern Territory)Framed lithograph where artist Paddy Fordham Wainburranga has depicted 'Bolung', the Rainbow Serpent, an important life giving figure for the Rembarrnga people whose clan country lies to the south and west of Ramingining, towards the Katherine area. Donated through the Australian Gifts Programme by Katherine Littlewood.bolung, rainbow serpent, rembarrnga, paddy fordham wainburranga, paddy fordham, wainburranga, artist, artworks, aboriginal -
Greensborough Historical SocietyBook, Mick Tracy: the Irish scripture reader: or The martyred Convert and the priest, a tale of facts, 1887_
This book was presented as a gift to Allan Partington, a member of the Greensborough Methodist Sabbath School in 1917.Shows the attendance of children at Sunday School in the early 20th Century. Owned by Allan Partington.337 pages. Black and white illus. Hard cover book with red cover embossed with a tree emblem and title: "Mick Tracy The Irish Scripture Reader"Book plate: Methodist Sabbath School Greensborough. Awarded to Allan Partington. Signed H. Mitchell, Supt. December 1917.allan partington, methodist sabbath school, greensborough methodist church -
Greensborough Historical SocietyInvitation & Coaster, Banyule Community Ball, 10 November 2018, 10/11/2018
The Banyule Community Ball is an annual event organised by the City of Banyule; coasters are a gift to attendees.Invitation card to Rosie Bray; with 2 glass coastersbanyule city council, rosie bray, coasters -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph - Digital Image, Marilyn Smith, Greensborough Grain Store, 183 Para Road. Gift voucher 2013, 2013_11
This photograph shows a gift voucher for Greensborough Grain Store; this photo was taken in November 2013.In 2017, the Greensborough Grain Store closed its Para Road premises and now trades online.Digital copy of colour photographgreensborough grain store, para road greensborough -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps MuseumAccessory - crocheted purse, Purse
Made by Josef "Walter" Thiele, a Dunera boy. Made as a gift for his wife in the U.K.Crocheted purse (handbag) with thin handle attached across the top. Originally blue in colour but faded to grey in front. Navy blue toggle as a clasp.dunera boys, hans kronberger, josef thiele, internment camp handcrafts, alan parkinson -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps MuseumCraft - Model - Broom Pearling Lugger, Tatura No 6
Given as a gift to Corporal Taylor, a former guard in Camp 4 in appreciation of his treatment.Wooden hull painted white with bottle green trim. Brown coloured sails (2 large, 3 jib). Fine thread connecting sails and the wooden rungs of the ladder. The words "Tatura No. 6" painted on both sides of the bow and on the stern. Painted in black paint. A black triangular flag on top of mast. Sitting on a wooden stand.Tatura No. 6pearl lugger, broom pearl lugger, tatura no 6, camp 4 internee, corporal taylor -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Functional object - Smokers Set, circa 1950's
This was a gift to Mrs Irene Standfield during the 1950's and has had little useCigarette case, lighter and lipstick holder in original box. All pieces are in blue green enamel with gold coloured trim. Box is artificial brown leather and lined in cream satinRONSON By Appointment to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh Suppliers of Electrical Shavers. Ronson Products Ltdpersonal effects, smoking accessories -
Mont De LanceyPlate
Gift to Wandin Historical Museum from Mrs. H.N. Lord and Miss D.A. Sebire.Round Wedgwood plate commemorating the Wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales, July 1981."Royal Wedding July 1981" -
Mont De LanceyVegetable dishes, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).Two oval shaped vegetable dishes - White with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. Two decorative handles on base. On decorative handle on lid.vegetable dishes, serving dishes -
Mont De LanceyGravy boat, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White gravy boat with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. Decorative handle.sauce boats, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyGravy tureen, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White gravy tureen with blue rose design. Gold fluted edge. Decorative handles on base and lid. Plus spoon with decorative handle.tureens, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyServing platter, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White oval shaped serving platter with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. (Part of set of five serving platters).platters, serving dishes, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyServing platter, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White oval shaped serving platter with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. (Part of set of five platters).platters, serving dishes, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyServing platter, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White oval shaped serving platter with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. (Part of a set of five serving platters).platters, serving dishes, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyServing platter, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White oval shaped serving platter with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. (Part of set of five serving platters).platters, serving dishes, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyServing platter, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White oval shaped serving platter with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. (Part of a set of five serving platters).platters, serving dishes, dinnerware -
Mont De LanceyDinner plates, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).White round dinner plates with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. Set of 12 plates.china, dinner plates, plates -
Mont De LanceyBread and butter plates, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).Set of three round white bread and butter plates with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim. plates, dinnerware, side plates -
Mont De LanceyEntree plates, J & G Meakin
Wedding gift to Mr. & Mrs. Wilms, 5th January 1910. (Dorothy Adamson's parents).Set of three white round entree plates with blue rose design. Fluted edge with gold trim.plates, dinnerware, entree plates -
Mont De LanceyJug, 1890
From the home of Mr. & Mrs. R.B. Lord. Gift through Mrs. Cooke's Solicitor.Mary Gregory clear glass water jug with hand painted person. Plain handle.jugs -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Richard Armstrong Crouch, b1868, Prime Ministers' Busts, Ballarat Botanical Gardens, 5/4/2010
R.A. Crouch gave generously in the form of gifts and bequests to the Ballarat Art Gallery and the city of Ballarat. Perhaps his most significant gift were the first busts of Australian Prime Ministers in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens. His legacy, enabled the making of subsequent busts which came to form the Prime Ministers' Avenue.The Prime Ministers' Avenue in the Ballarat Botanic Gardens has taken on national significance over time and is seen as an important place to visit.One short paragraph and a coloured photograph of a Crouch family grave dated 5/4/2010Nonedoctor john garner, ballarat botanical gardens, prime ministers avenue, richard armstrong crouch, politician, prime ministers' busts -
Federation University Historical CollectionPhotograph - Black and White, Solomon and Bardwell, Bellair's Rainbow Hotel, Ballarat
According to Reid and Chishold in 'Ballarat Golden City' "Rainbow Hotel Sturt Street: on the north side near Armstrong Street was built in the 1860s. It was demolished to may way for Lester's Hotel"Double storey brick building with a lamp over the front door. The building is Thomas Bellair's Rainbow Hotel. Cafe Tortoni and Criterion House are also evident in the image. Three men stand outside the Rainbow Hotel, and a woman and dog are shown outside Cafe Tortoni. Gift of the Keith Rash Estatebellair, thomas bellair, rainbow hotel, lestor's hotel, sturt street, armstrong street, streetscape, cafe tortoni, criterion house
