This book contains certificates of title and Crown grants which record local changes of ownership.many are in the township of Warrnambool while others relate to areas such as Nullawarre, Purnim and Framlingham. These documents come under the Transfer of lands act of 1890.The significance of this book lies in the many names and the land to which they were connected. Deep maroon paper over card cover with dark green fabric binding.Alphabetical index at the front followed by 200 pages which record details of the Certificates of title and Crown Grants from around the period of warrnambool, warrnambool history, certificate of title, crown grant warrnambool

Certificate reads "Awarded to Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind Ltd in recognition of their valuable contribution towards The Inaugural World Championships for Vision Impaired Tenpin Bowling, Helsinki Finland in June 2002." Signed by Hazel Hockling, dated 27th April 2002.1 certificate with colour printingImage of a black bowling ball striking two white pins is located in the bottom left hand corner.royal victorian institute for the blind, recreation

Salvation Army. Mrs Eskey Recieving from Comm. Linnell certificate for Exceptional Service. Capt Bill Dennis3 Salvation Army Officers in Uniform, One recieving Certificatereligion

Certificate reads "Disability Friendly Recognition Program. RVIB Employment Services is acknowledged as disability friendly." Signed by the CEO, Diversity@Work (illegible), dated 27th November, 2002.1 certificate with blue edging on left sideroyal victorian institute for the blind, employment

Photos of a Legatee receiving a service certificate of appreciation from President David Ford and two other legatees. It appears to be at a nursing home. Names unknown.A record of appreciation of a Legatee's service.Colour photo x 2 of a Legatee receiving a certificate.Written on the back "Nov 03" in blue pen, on the front is the camera date of 3/12/03.legatee, service award

A certificate showing that the Legacy Club of Melbourne was a corporate member of the Australian National Flag Association (ANFA) in 1984. ANFA was founded in 1983 to promote the importance and significance of our national symbol – the Australian National Flag. The certificate was signed by Bruce Ruxton who was chairman of ANFA at the time. He spoke at Legacy luncheons a few times.Legacy was founded by returned servicemen and the Australian flag would have been important to them as a symbol of their service.Certificate of membership on white card in a black wooden frame under glass.

Copy of a very important document of an event on the 6th September 1945, that changed the course of the second World War. A copy of the Japanese Surrender Document, in a brown wooden frame, with ornate font in heading.Instrument of Surrender / of /Japanese Forces in New Guinea, New Britain,/ New Ireland, Bougainville / and adjacent Islands./ I, the commander in Chief of the Japanese Imperial/ Southeastern Army, hereby surrender to the General Officer/ Commanding First Australian Army all Japanese Imperial Armed Forces/ under my command in accordance with the instrument of/ Surrender issued by the Japanese Imperial General Headquarters and Government and// General Order No1 Military and Naval issued by the Japanese Imperial Headquarters./ I will henceforth and until otherwise/ directed by you or your successor carrry out the orders/ issued by you or your staff on your behalf to the best/ of my ability and I will take action to ensure that my/ subordinate commanders carry out the orders issued by/ your representatives./ (Japanese signature) General, Imperial jap... (indecipherable)/ Japanese Characters / Japanese Characters / Commander in Chief/ Japanese Imperial Southern Army/ Received on board H.M.S. Glory of Rabaul at/ 1130 hours sixth day of September 1945./ Signature Lieutenant General/ General Officer Commanding / First Australia Army. Caption on front of Document says "Copy of Surrender Document/ Donated by Mr. Clive Morgan/ of Mildura (formerly of Red Cliffs)ww2, surrender document, japanese, 6th september 1945

This music certificate was a key achievement in the education of young Lillie Duncan. James Muir was the secretary of the the Associated Board of the Royal Academy of Music and Royal College of Music This is a photograph of social and historic significance, being part of a sub-collection of material that provides a snapshot of the type of individuals involved in the Ladies Harbour Lights Guild and the activities carried out by that organisation.Framed lower pass music certificate belonging to Lillie Duncan behind glass. Decorate black ink certificate on blue/green paper in a ridged cream frame.see image: for handwritten award inscription Signed by James Muirlillie duncan, music, certificate, education, james muir, piano, royal academy of music

Certificate of Appreciation for contribution of the Partington family to the Paraplegic and Quadriplegic Association of Victoria; and, Robert Whatmough's subscription to The Melbourne Hospital 1867An example of the Partington family's contribution to community causes.Certificate on cream paper with blue and black type and red border.paraplegic and quadriplegic association of victoria, partington family, melbourne hospital, robert whatmough

George Norman Pockett, who was awarded the certificate was the son of George Pockett , who with his brother designed a number of public parks in Melbourne. George Pockett Snr. was the first curator of the Alexandra Gardens in Kew. (see Comment below)Rolls of Honor were awarded to returned soldiers at the end of the First World War by many towns and cities. This framed certificate awarded to George Norman Pockett by the Town of Kew is one of two held in the Collection. The item is well-provenanced, and through the formal use of emblems and images in the design allows us to make judgements about social and cultural values in the period.Framed Illuminated Certificate: A commemorative certificate documenting the war service of George Norman Pockett of 18 Cobden Street, Kew. George Pockett enrolled at the age of 23 on 5 October 1915, as an engineer in the Australian Army. He embarked on HMAT Wiltshire A18 on 18 November 1915. His rank was that of Warrant Officer Armament Artificer in the 4 FAB [Field Artillery Brigade]. The website of the Australian War Memorial records that he was mentioned in dispatches. The formal certificate records that ‘George Norman Pockett served Australia and the Empire in the Great War and in grateful recognition of his voluntary response to his Country’s Call his name is inscribed on the Roll of Honor of the Town of Kew’. The then Mayor and Town Clerk signed the certificate. [Kew did not become a ‘City’ until 1921]. The certificate highlights emblems and symbols of Australia and Great Britain, and includes the coats of arms of the allies in the war. The certificate is customised with two black and white photographs of Kew: the rotunda in the Alexandra Gardens at left, and boating on the Yarra River at right.George Norman Pockett served Australia and the Empire in the Great War and in grateful recognition of his voluntary response to his Country's Call his name is recorded on the Roll of Honor Town of Kew on behalf of the Mayor, Councillors and Burgesses. 1.8.18. E.P. Wynne [Mayor] H. Harrison [Town Clerk]george norman pockett, first world war - memorabilia - certificates, town of kew (vic), kew war memorial - roll of honor, wwi

A certificate presented to Winifred Cassidy for being qualified to render First Aid to the Injured.Buff coloured certificate with black printing and red ornamental borders, black logo.St John Ambulance Association (Victoria). This is to certify that Winifred Cassidy has attended a course of instruction at Ringwood and has qualified to render "First Aid to the Injured." (signed) A. Christie, Secretary. 3-7-1961.

A copy of the Certificate of Title for the land where Past Favorites in Marysville in Victoria was located.A copy of the Certificate of Title for the land where Past Favorites in Marysville in Victoria was located. Past Favorites was a bric a brac shop in Marysville in Victoria that was situated in Murchison Street. The building, along with most of the town, was destroyed in the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires.past favorites, marysville, victoria, murchison street, bric a brac, 2009 black saturday bushfires, william john cuzens, lindsay alice cameron

A membership certificate for Derithe Ames, a junior legatee in 1955. The text says 'During War many men offer themselves for Service in the Forces of the Empire. It is the obligation of Legacy to assist the children of those who fell, or who have since died. Junior Legatee was the term used for the children of deceased servicemen that Legacy took into their care. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics. Their skills were showcased in the Annual Demonstration. The certificate shows there were prizes and recognition for achievements. The certificate was with a group of items donated by Legatee Derithe Harrison, including several certificates, a silver metal trophy, and a green Junior Legacy patch for a uniform.A record of the membership of Junior Legatees.Printed certificate on white card awarded to Derithe Ames on becoming a member of Junior Legacy.Signed in black ink by President Arthur Amies on 9/9/1955.junior legatee, derithe ames

Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents actions taken by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee in their role overseeing the Tourist Area.A handwritten note from Jack Andrew acknowledged the change of name of Site 4A to 'Southern Cross Flats". The Certificate of Registration was enclosed.TRANSCRIPT Dear Bob Thank you for your advice regarding change of name of site 4A buildings to “Southern Cross Flats”. Returned herewith is the Certificate of Registration in this connection. Regards Jack Andrewfalls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, bob hymans

Certificate presented to Keith Edward Cooper on his promotion to Warrant Officer on 21 May 1986. Part of the Cooper Collection. See Catalogue no 9586.2 for details of service for " Keith Cooper" no 3798359.Framed certificate Framed Certificate on cream coloured card. Australian Army insignia at top. Lettering in red and black type. Frame is black coloured wood with gold border. Non reflective glass covering certificate. Cord for hanging attached to back of frame.Added in black type -recipients name and date:'KEITH EDWARD COOPER, 21st May 1986.' Handwritten on bottom right hand corner:'Signature'.cooper collection, keith cooper, warrant officer, certificate

Life Membership Certificate awarded to T.N. Knight on having fulfilled the conditions required under Clause three of the Central Victoria District Ambulance Service Constitution. The Certificate was issued with the approval of the Hospitals and Charities Commission of Victoria.Black and white framed Central Victoria District Ambulance Service Life Membership Certificate for T.N. Knight of Bayne Street Bendigo. Recipient details inscribed by hand. Dated 26 September 1958. Certificate includes black and white Ambulance Victoria logo.certificate, central victoria district ambulance service, life membership certificate, ambulance service victoria, hospitals and charities commission of victoria

A Melbourne Junior Legacy certificate that was awarded for the Senior Division of the Marching Championship in November 1964. It was awarded to Betty Marshall. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics. Their skills were showcased in the Annual Demonstration. The certificate shows there were prizes and recognition for achievements.A record of the recognition Junior Legatees received for achieving excellence in their classes.Printed certificate on white card awarded for marching championship in Junior Legacy Melbourne. Signed in blue ink by the Class Leader (illegible), the instructor Miss Enez Domec-Carre, and the Chairman of Girls Group (illegible)junior legatee, girls' club

R.S. & S. Woollen and Worsted Co-operative Manufacturing Coy. Ltd share certificate No. 9891 for Ida Burger, 12/5/1954. Share worth 20 pounds. Signed by RSS Mill company secretary E.J. Fairnie.RSS Mill share certificate, 1954.textile mills management, textile mills, returned soldiers and sailors mill, fairnie, mr edward john - returned soldiers and sailors mill, textile mills - management

R.S. & S. Woollen and Worsted Co-operative Manufacturing Coy. Ltd share certificate No. 9891 for Ida Burger, 12/5/1954. Share worth 20 pounds. Signed by RSS Mill company secretary E.J. Fairnie.RSS Mill share certificate, 1954.textile mills management, textile mills, returned soldiers and sailors mill, fairnie, mr edward john - returned soldiers and sailors mill, textile mills - management

Certificate awarded to Messrs. Roger & Andrew at the Burnley Competitions Winter Test 1917 for First Prize Greatest number of eggs laid by one bird - Light Breeds, Section B, 103 eggs. Issued by direction of the Hon. The Minister of Agriculture, signed J.C. Hatton for Director of Agriculture, A. Harts - Chief Poultry Expert, Macaulay - Curator of Exhibitions.Illustration of a certificate on a postcard certificate, mr roger, mr andrew, first prize, eggs, j.c. hatton, a. harts, egg laying competition, macaulay, curator, director of agriculture, chief poultry expert

A Melbourne Junior Legacy certificate that was awarded to Derithe Ames for highest marks in the Tuesday 6pm Senior Girls Class in December 1960. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics. Their skills were showcased in the Annual Demonstration. The certificate shows there were prizes and recognition for achievements. The certificate was with a group of items donated by Legatee Derithe Harrison, including several certificates, a silver metal trophy, and a green Junior Legacy patch for a uniform.A record of the recognition Junior Legatees received for achieving excellence in their classes.Printed certificate on white card awarded to Derithe Ames for highest mark in Tuesday 6pm Senior Girls Class. Signed in black ink by the Class Leader (illegible), the instructor Miss Enez Domec-Carre, and the Chairman of Girls Group (illegible). junior legatee, derithe ames, girls classes

A Melbourne Junior Legacy certificate that was awarded to Derithe Ames for highest marks in the Tuesday 6.30pm Senior Girls Class in December 1961. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics. Their skills were showcased in the Annual Demonstration. The certificate shows there were prizes and recognition for achievements. The certificate was with a group of items donated by Legatee Derithe Harrison, including several certificates, a silver metal trophy, and a green Junior Legacy patch for a uniform.A record of the recognition Junior Legatees received for achieving excellence in their classes.Printed certificate on white card awarded to Derithe Ames for highest mark in Tuesday 6.30pm Senior Girls Class. Signed in black ink by the Class Leader (illegible), the instructor Miss Enez Domec-Carre, and the Chairman of Girls Group (illegible). junior legatee, derithe ames, girls classes

A Second Prize Certificate for the Best Ladies' Spray and Matching Buttonhole in the Halls Gap Wildflower & Nature Show. Awarded to: Lesley Meagher. Note that record 507, a First Prize Certificate, has a different flower stem sketch and writing style.A pink "Second Prize" certificate for the Best Ladies' Spray and Matching Buttonhole in the Halls Gap Wildflower & Nature Show. A sketch of a flower stem has been drawn on the left hand side. Certificate appears to have been hand drawn for printing.see scanned pictureevents, wildflower show

Undated blank certificate of membership for children to be admitted as Junior Legatees to Melbourne Junior Legacy.An example of the formality surrounding enrolment into Junior Legacy.Cream card certificate of being a Junior Legatee with blue, red and gold printing.junior legatee, membership

White certificate of recognition with black, orange and red text presented to Wangaratta High School. Certificate reads:advance Certificate of Recognition Presented to Wangaratta High School To acknowledge the outstanding volunteering efforts of your students to benefit the community through the Advance Program. Volunteering-Partnership-Choice the Hon Ryan Smith MP Minister for Youth Affairs August 2013 A Victorian Government initiative

Title on Certificate "CHARTER/RETURNED SAILORS' SOLDIERS & AIRMEN'S/ IMPERIAL LEAGUE OF AUSTRALIA/ (Victorian Branch)".Framed Certificate. Certificate - paper, dark brown print on cream and light blue background. Small illustration top - in colour RSL Badge and lower right, Red seal embossed with RSL Badge. Certificate showing dirt and water damage. Frame - timber with gold point, glass front and timber back. Handwritten notations - name date, signatures.Handwritten - black ink - name "Maribyrnong - Maidstone" - date "9th January 46". Signatures "????" "Peter Je??, Acting". below signature "(New Charter signed and issued on 29th July 1965)".framed certificate, rsl, brsl, smirsl

This certificate was awarded to the Wodonga Freightgate for achieving targeted safety standards as set down in the VLine program between July 1994 and June 1995This certificate recognises the safety standards achieved by workers at the Wodonga freight centre in Northeast Victoria.A framed certificate in recognition of the achievement of safety standards at Wodonga Freightgate.vline safety, wodonga railway, wodonga freightgate