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Pamphlet, Australia Day Program, 1991
... Mitcham melbourne australia day public libraries nunawading ...Talk by Diane Sydenham on 'Windows on Nunawading' at Nunawading Library on 26 January 1991.Talk by Diane Sydenham on 'Windows on Nunawading' at Nunawading Library on 26 January 1991.Talk by Diane Sydenham on 'Windows on Nunawading' at Nunawading Library on 26 January 1991.australia day, public libraries, nunawading library, sydenham, diane. windows on nunawading -
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Document, Australia Day Library Quiz, 1/02/1994 12:00:00 AM
Quiz complied by Nunawading Library and Information Service for participation by residents to celebrate Australia Day 1994Quiz complied by Nunawading Library and Information Service for participation by residents to celebrate Australia Day 1994Quiz complied by Nunawading Library and Information Service for participation by residents to celebrate Australia Day 1994public libraries, nunawading library, australia day 1994 -
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Article, Mullauna remembers
Mullauna Secondary College unveiled a commemorative plaque and members of Mitcham R.S.L. planted rosemary bushes on the 75th November 11th Remembrance Day anniversary.Mullauna Secondary College unveiled a commemorative plaque and members of Mitcham R.S.L. planted rosemary bushes on the 75th November 11th Remembrance Day anniversary. A military ceremonial guard from the 10th Field Squadron, Royal Australian Engineers posted a guard throughout the ceremony. Mullauna Secondary College unveiled a commemorative plaque and members of Mitcham R.S.L. planted rosemary bushes on the 75th November 11th Remembrance Day anniversary. mullauna secondary college, royal australian engineers, armed forces -
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Document, Australia Day Family Festival
Blank Certificate issued by Nunawading City CouncilBlank Certificate issued by Nunawading City Council 'In Recognition and Appreciation of Your Sponsorship of the City of Nunawading Australia Day Festival'. Space is available for a signature by the Mayor and a date.Blank Certificate issued by Nunawading City Councilcity of nunawading, australia day -
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Article, Blackburn bears a savage brunt, 2006
A savage storm on Australia Day 2006 swept through the area.A savage storm on Australia Day 2006 swept through the area. Parts of Blackburn were the worst affected (photo)A savage storm on Australia Day 2006 swept through the area. limar street, blackburn, the avenue, blackburn, storms -
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Article, Mini-tornado chaos, 2006
A record number of emergency calls were received after a freak storm on Australia Day 2006 (photo).A record number of emergency calls were received after a freak storm on Australia Day 2006 (photo).A record number of emergency calls were received after a freak storm on Australia Day 2006 (photo).storms, the avenue, blackburn -
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Article, Just another day for oldest Aussie, 2005
Australia's oldest citizen Myra Nicholson celebrates her 111th birthday (Photo).Australia's oldest citizen Myra Nicholson celebrates her 111th birthday (Photo).Australia's oldest citizen Myra Nicholson celebrates her 111th birthday (Photo).nicholson, myra -
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Article, Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations, 2008
Postcard advertising the White horse Australia Day celebrations on Saturday 26 January 2008.Postcard advertising the White horse Australia Day celebrations on Saturday 26 January 2008.Postcard advertising the White horse Australia Day celebrations on Saturday 26 January 2008.festivals and celebrations, city of whitehorse, australia day 2008 -
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Book, Cottage gardens in Australia, 1983
Traces the heritage of Australia's cottage gardens from early colonial times to the present dayTraces the heritage of Australia's cottage gardens from early colonial times to the present day (two photos of Schwerkolt Cottage)Traces the heritage of Australia's cottage gardens from early colonial times to the present day schwerkolt cottage, gardens -
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Card - Ephemera, Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations, 2009
Card advertising Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations 26 January 2009.Card advertising Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations 26 January 2009. reverse side: Summer Music SeriesCard advertising Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations 26 January 2009. city of whitehorse, australia day -
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Newspaper, Brickworks heads for its 150th year, 1/07/1997 12:00:00 AM
Brief history of Daniel Robertson Brickworks, Nunawading from its inception in 1853 to the present day under Managing Director, Peter Robertson, fifth generation family member. Cutting from Whitehorse Gazette 21/5/1997daniel robertson australia pty ltd -
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Newspaper - Article, Wal Riddell, 31/01/1994
Article in The Gazette about Wal Riddell who has been made a member in the General Division (A.M.) in Australia Day honours for his work for the Cystic Fibrosis Association. He is also an ex mayor of Nunawading.riddell, wal, riddell, carmel, cystic fibrosis association of victoria, city of nunawading -
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Medal, 1988
Silver coloured medal embossed with Nunawading crest presented on Australia Day Family Festival in a grey vinyl medal box.The Australian Bicentenary 1788 - 1988numismatics, medals - commemorative, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
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Textile - Bedspread, C1914
The bedspread and apron (NA2863) were owned by Maria Austin (born 25 August 1867 Buried at Box Hill Cemetery 15 November 1955)and used when she worked as a 'Nanny' in England. Many of the children she cared for kept in touch with her after she came to Australia with her family in 1914. They arrived on Show Day, 1914 on the last ship to leave England before the First World War was declared. She lived at 26 Nelson Road Box Hill now the site of the Box Hill R.S.L. Maria was born 25 August in 18?? and died in 1952 and is buried in the Box Hill Cemetery. She was the Great Aunt of the donor.White cotton bedspread with a 18cm deep frill around edge and a 4cm deep insertion of lace on a shamrock design 48 cm from top of bedspread.manchester, bedding -
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Clothing - Apron - Nanny
The bedspread (NA2862) and apron were owned by Maria Austin (born 25 August 1867 Buried at Box Hill Cemetery 15 November 1955) and used when she worked as a 'Nanny' in England. Many of the children she cared for kept in touch with her after she came to Australia with her family in 1914. They arrived on Show Day, 1914 on the last ship to leave England before the First World War was declared. She lived at 26 Nelson Road Box Hill now the site of the Box Hill R.S.L. Maria was born 25 August in 18?? and died in 1952 and is buried in the Box Hill Cemetery. She was the Great Aunt of the donor.White bib front apron with ties to back of neck - wide waist band ties - 12 cm hem line - also three 2cm pin tucks above hem line - two 12cm pin tucks at top of bib front. Pocket on right hand side.M Austin. 1.2.1901|Laundry mark in red 59costume, female working -
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Article, Special medal, 20/01/1988
City of Nunawading has struck 3000 commemorative medals to Mark Australian Bicentenary. They will be sold at Australia Day celebrations on 26/1/1988 for $3.arrowsmith, valda, brandenburg, john p, city of nunawading, australian bicentenary -
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Article, Robert honored for his work, 6/02/1991 12:00:00 AM
Article about Robert Chong who migrated to Australia 30 years ago.Article about Robert Chong who migrated to Australia 30 years ago. He initiated a network of support groups and clubs for migrants. He was awarded an Order of Australia medal in the Australia Day honors list. He is chairman of the Chinese Community Social Service Centre.Article about Robert Chong who migrated to Australia 30 years ago. chong, robert, order of australia, chinese community social service centre, federation of chinese associations -
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Article, War veteran raises the flag, 7/02/1990 12:00:00 AM
Australian flag presented to Mr Claude Fankhauser by Carroll and Richardson.Australian flag presented to Mr Claude Fankhauser by Carroll and Richardson prior to the return to Gallipoli for 75th anniversary of landing.Australian flag presented to Mr Claude Fankhauser by Carroll and Richardson. anzac day, fankhauser, claude augustus leopold, carroll & richardson, strachan, ron -
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Article, Australia Day award Bob Cottingham, 31/01/1990 12:00:00 AM
Article in Nunawading Gazette on Bob Cottingham.Article in Nunawading Gazette on Bob Cottingham who has been awarded the council's Community Service Award in recognition of many years of community service.Article in Nunawading Gazette on Bob Cottingham.cottingham, bob, nunawading community chest, melbourne walking club inc, nunawading historical society, early planning for retirement, probus club nunawading, flute guild of victoria, royal freemasons homes, australian institute of credit management -
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Article, Top policeman's efforts rewarded, 3/02/1993 12:00:00 AM
Chief Superintendent Kevin Holliday was awarded an Australian Police Medal awarded for distinguished service in the Australia Day honours list.Chief Superintendent Kevin Holliday was awarded an Australian Police Medal awarded for distinguished service in the Australia Day honours list. He played an integral role in the Russell Street bombing, Walsh Street shootings and 'Mr Stinky' Raymond Edwards.Chief Superintendent Kevin Holliday was awarded an Australian Police Medal awarded for distinguished service in the Australia Day honours list. holliday, kevin, police -
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Article, City recognises Stephanie's service, 27/01/1993 12:00:00 AM
Article on Stephanie Knapp, recipient of 1993 Australia Day Community Service Award.Article on Stephanie Knapp, recipient of 1993 Australia Day Community Service Award.Article on Stephanie Knapp, recipient of 1993 Australia Day Community Service Award.knapp, stephanie, knapp, wilf -
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Pamphlet - Flyer, Open Day, n.d
Flier for Open Day at Schwerkolt Cottage as part of Heritage Festival.schwerkolt cottage, australian blacksmiths' association, deep creek road, mitcham -
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Clothing - Coat, c 1950's
Margaret Skey migrated to Australia with family 4/8/1957. She was wearing this coat on a hot summer's day, arriving in Melbourne 6/9/1958 on a cold wet Sunday. This coat was purchased at the local shop - Prattes of Streatham London.Red Mohair overcoat. Shawl collar fastening to a tab in front & closing with three large buttons down front. Wide raglan sleeves with turnback cuffs.LESTERS COUTURIERS STREATHAM LONDON SW 16costume, female -
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Photograph, Australia Day Display, 1/01/1999
... Mitcham melbourne australia day dinner nunawading and district ...Coloured photo of Stage Display for Australia Day Dinner in Box Hill Town Hall. Joint effort with Box Hill Historical Society and co-ordinated by Bruce Reynolds.australia day dinner, nunawading and district historical society, box hill historical society, reynolds, bruce -
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Photograph, Australia Day Dinner, 1/01/1999
... Mitcham melbourne australia day dinner nunawading and district ...Coloured photo of Stage Display for Australia Day Dinner in Box Hill Town Hall. Joint effort with Box Hill Historical Society and co-ordinated by Nunawading & District Historical Society Member Bruce Reynolds.australia day dinner, nunawading and district historical society, box hill historical society, reynolds, bruce -
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Photograph, Australia Day Dinner, 1/01/1999
... Mitcham melbourne australia day dinner nunawading and district ...Coloured photo of Stage Display for 1999 Australia Day Dinner held in Box Hill Town Hall. Joint effort with Box Hill Historical Society and co-ordinated by our Society's Bruce Reynolds.australia day dinner, nunawading and district historical society, box hill historical society, reynolds, bruce -
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Photograph, Australia Day Dinner, 1/01/1999
... Mitcham melbourne australia day dinner nunawading and district ...Coloured photo of Stage Display for 1999 Australia Day Dinner at Box Hill Town Hall. Joint effort with Box Hill Historical Society and co-ordinated by our Society's Bruce Reynolds.australia day dinner, nunawading and district historical society, box hill historical society, reynolds, bruce -
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Photograph, Australia Day Dinner, 1/01/1999
... Mitcham melbourne australia day dinner nunawading and district ...Coloured photo of Stage Display for Australia Day Dinner, 1999. Joint effort with Box Hill Historical Society and co-ordinated by our Society's Bruce Reynolds.australia day dinner, nunawading and district historical society, box hill historical society, reynolds, bruce -
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Photograph, Australia Day Dinner, 1/01/1999
... Mitcham melbourne australia day dinner nunawading and district ...Coloured photo of Stage Display for 1999 Australia Day Dinner at Box Hill Town Hall. Joint effort with Box Hill Historical Society and co-ordinated by Bruce Reynolds of Nunawading & District Historical Society.australia day dinner, nunawading and district historical society, box hill historical society, reynolds, bruce -
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Photograph, Heritage Week Open Day, 1999, 1/04/1999
Coloured photo of Bird Observers Club Display at Heritage Week Open Day, 1999.nunawading and district historical society, heritage week, 1999, bird observers club of australia