Resource book developed by Aboriginal woman in consultation with local Kurnai community of Gippsland, Victoria; includes advice on story telling, involving community and parents, Koorie parents view of schooling , how Koories learn, strategies and activities for classroom, shows symbols used in art, making animal tracks, Kurnai stories include the first man and woman, the Southern Cross and the moon, the talking dog, the echidna, robin redbreast, Tidda-lick the frog, origin of fire, Kur-bo-roo the koala bear, how the sun was made; artwork in planning lessons is copyright free.b&w illustrations, games, classroom activitiesgunai, kurnai, gippsland, lake tyers, koorie studies, dreaming stories, storytelling, koorie education

Somerville Homes operated from 1965 to 1981. Somerville Homes came into existence in 1965. The homes were named in honour of Margaret Somerville MBE who helped evacuate 95 children from Croker Island to Sydney in 1942 and who returned to Croker Island with the children after the war and continued as a house mother and care giver until 1965. A book entitled "They Crossed A Continent", the story of Margaret Somerville's epic journey was produced. Somerville Homes was established in 1964 when the Methodist Overseas Mission began to discuss the closure of the Croker Island Mission and the transfer of all children to smaller group homes in the Darwin area. It had links with both the Methodist Overseas Mission and the United Church in the Northern Territory. Somerville Homes ran the Somerville Cottage Homes in Darwin from 1968 through to the 1980s. In 1981 Somerville Homes changed its name to Somerville Community Services. Somerville Homes was established as an organisation in 1964 when the Methodist Overseas Mission began to discuss the closure of the Croker Island Mission and the transfer of all children to smaller group homes in the Darwin area. A Somerville Homes Council was created with the aims: (a) to carry out charitable purposes of providing total care for children and young people in the Northern Territory of Australia and elsewhere; (b) to establish and maintain homes for children and young people, provide family counselling, arrange or assist in the arranging of adoptive or foster homes, provide after care and generally provide all such services in its own capacity or in co-operation with others, constituting the total care of the child or young person. The organisation had links with both the Methodist Overseas Mission and the United Church in the Northern Territory. It became an incorporated body with a Board in 1971. After 1977 it retained links with the Uniting Church, Northern Synod. Somerville Homes ran the Somerville Cottage Homes in Darwin from 1968 through to the 1980s. In 1980-81when the organisation expanded its services, it changed its name to Somerville Community Services. Albert Kuipers is not mentioned by name in the online information available.Kuipers is pictured in shirtsleeves taking notes."Albert Kuipers - Somerville Ch Homes Darwin"kuipers, albert, somerville homes, croker island mission, methodist overseas mission

For an excellent history of Joseph Orton, see Heather Le Griffon, Campfire at the Cross. Sarah Jane Orton (née Bragg) was born 1796 and died in 1877. Twelve children, four of whom died in childbirth. Married Joseph Orton in 1815. Letters from Joseph in Jamaica to Sarah can be found at http://acms.sl.nsw.gov.au/_transcript/2012/D14750/a3991.htm.Sepia portrait photo of Mrs. Orton seated."Mrs Sarah Orton, wife of Joseph Orton who was the first minister of any denomination to preacher where Melbourne now stands. 1865–1869"orton, sarah jane, orton, joseph

For an excellent history of Joseph Orton, see Heather Le Griffon, Campfire at the Cross. Sarah Jane Orton (née Bragg) was born 1796 and died in 1877. Twelve children, four of whom died in childbirth. Married Joseph Orton in 1815. Letters from Joseph in Jamaica to Sarah can be found at http://acms.sl.nsw.gov.au/_transcript/2012/D14750/a3991.htm.Sepia portrait photo of Mrs Orton seated. Enlarged version of F267-1."Mrs Sarah Orton"orton, sarah jane, orton, joseph

Father Shimuye Mebratu is one of a growning number of Orthodox priests driven from their parish by drought in Wello Province.B & W waist length photograph of Father Shimuye Mebratu carrying a silver Orthodox cross."Father Shimuye Mebratu with his silver Orthodox cross Reproduction permission is granted for editorial purposes only. World Vision photo credit must be given at all times when reproducing this photo World Vision Media Department Phone (03) 699 8765 C&N 20/2/1985 page 7"mebratu, shimuye, father, orthodox cross

Reverend John Hill was ordained in 1969 who served at Myrtleford, Wattle Park, Mitchell Presbytery, Stawell, Commission for Mission, United States, and Bendigo West Reverend Robert Mackay Cross served in Shepparton North, Chaplain of Queen Elizabeth Geriatic Centre Ballarat, Chairman and Executive Secretary of the Division of Community Services.B & W photograph showing Reverend Cross presenting a cheque to Reverend John Hill, minister at Stawell and chairman on state recovery committee for disaster relief."Rev John Hill (right) Rev Robert Cross (left) C&N 22/7/1987 page 29"hill, john, cross, robert

John Cross B.A. (1862 - 1924) Born at Brown Hill in 1862. B.A. University of Melbourne. Worked for 43 years in the Education Department, first as a teacher, and later as an inspector of schools. Involved with the Brown Hill and Graham St. Methodist Churches. A generous philanthropist who gave large donations to the Graham St. Kindergarten, Queen's College and other Methodist causes.Sepia toned cabinet card head and shoulders studio portrait of Mr John Cross B.A. john cross, brown hill, graham st. methodist, school teacher, school inspector, philanthropist, queen's college

Sash was worn at all meetings except where the program made it in impractical.MGC004.1 Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and blue appliqued ivy with gold stitched "C.R." 1st Degree circle, 2nd Degree star, 3rd Degree cross and crown gold metal symbols. This sash does not confirm to the standard outlined in the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Constitution. MGC004.2 Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "C.R." in satin stitch inside royal blue stem-stitched circle. This sash does not confirm to the standard outlined in the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Constitution MGC004.3 Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "C.R." in satin stitch inside royal blue stem-stitched circle. Satin. This sash does not confirm to the standard outlined in the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Constitutionmethodist girls' comradship rays section

Sash was worn at all meetings except where the program made it in impractical.MGC009.1 Deputy Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "D.C.R." in satin stitch inside royal blue stem-stitched circle. 1st Degree circle, 2nd Degree star, 3rd Degree cross and crown gold metal symbols. MGC009.2 Deputy Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "D.C.R." in gold satin stitch on a royal blue appliqued ivy leaf. 2nd Degree star, 3rd Degree cross and gold metal crown above. This sash does not confirm to the standard outlined in the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Constitution. MGC009.3 Deputy Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "D.C.R." in blue satin stitch in a satin stitch ivy leaf. 1st Degree circle and crown metallic insignia. Felt. MGC009.4 Deputy Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "A.D.C.R." in teal blue satin stitch. 1st Degree circle and crown insignia. Felt. This sash does not confirm to the standard outlined in the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Constitution. MGC009.5 Deputy Chief Ray gold Sash with gold fringed ends and "DCR" in blue satin stitch. Satin. Crown insignia. This sash does not confirm to the standard outlined in the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Constitution. MGC009.6 Deputy Chief Ray gold sash with gold fringed ends and "DCR" in blue satin stitch. Felt. The sash has a gold satin Social badge [S] in a blue felt square under the DCR letters. methodist girls' comradship rays section

Sash was worn at all meetings except where the program made it in impractical.District Officer Receiver purple felt sash with gold fringe. "D.R." inside an outline of an ivy leaf in gold fabric paint and gold metal crossed keys. Metal 2nd Degree star above keys.methodist girls' comradeship

Sash was worn at all meetings except where the program made it in impractical.District Officer Recorder purple felt sash with gold fringe. "D.R." inside an outline of an ivy leaf in gold fabric paint and gold metal crossed quills. Metal 1st Degree circle, 2nd Degree star and 3rd Degree cross above quills.methodist girls' comradeship

Two 3rd Degree gold cross symbols. Symbol of Christ's love and service.methodist girls' comradeship

Navy blue felt blazer pocket with cream/beige piping at the top edge. Embroidered with St Andrew's Cross and text."ST ANDREW'S TENNIS CLUB"st andrew's presbyterian church ballarat

The Commander symbol is crossed gavels above a crown. These are symbolic of authority.Royal blue stiffened fabric epaulets with metal Methodist Order of Knights Commander symbolsmethodist order of knights

General Court shield and collar of purple velvet. It has a metallic fringing and braid. The edges of the collar are braided and it has a Degree of Service red Colour Bar, a 25 year Service badge and a name badge. The centre of the shield has the General Court office bearer symbols: The Gold Star of Youth; the Silver Maltese Cross, the General Court Symbol and the Past Commander's symbol of a Crown.Name badge: "KEITH HOCKING"methodist order of knights

Purple velvet with blue cross, gold braid edgeing and gold metal fringe. Gold coloured collar. Gold General Court symbol, Gold Star of Youth, and gold Maltese Cross. Gold Past Dean emblem [crown and bible] in upper left quadrant.methodist order of knights

Purple velvet with blue cross, gold braid edgeing and gold metal fringe. Gold coloured collar. General Court symbol, Gold Star of Youth and Maltese Cross, Page Commander Symbol [crown and crossed gavels]methodist order of knights

Purple velvet with blue cross, gold braid edgeing and gold metal fringe. Gold coloured collar. Gold General Court symbol, Gold Star of Youth and silver colour Maltese Cross, Page Commander Symbol [crown and crossed gavels]methodist order of knights

Purple velvet with blue cross, gold braid edgeing and gold metal fringe. Gold coloured collar. Gold General Court symbol, Gold Star of Youth and silver colour Maltese Cross, Silver Deputy Commander symbol [crown and gavel]methodist order of knights

Shield and collar beloinged to Ian Hopper in the 1950s. Ashley Methodist Junior Methodist Order of Knights, Maniford Heights, Geelong.Purple velvet with blue grosgrain cross, gold braid edging and gold metal fringe.Red collar. Past ?Commander emblem in right quadrant. 10 Year Active Service emblem in left quadrant.methodist order of knights, hopper, ian

Yellow cotton shield with dark blue and light blue cross. Green collar. Blue felt Degree of Sincerity emblem at intersection of cross. Commander emblem in left quadrant.methodist order of knights

Four Page's shields in packets. White with blue cross.methodist order of knights

White with blue cross.methodist order of knights

District Court Shield and Collar: Yellow cotton shield with dark blue and light blue cross. Yellow and blue collar. Red metal Degree of Service colour bar on collar. Silver Bishop emblem in left quadrant.methodist order of knights

Light and dark blue enameled Laymen's Missionary Movement badge with a white Latin cross in the centre."L.M.M. YOUNG MEN'S SECTION"laymen's missionary movement

B052.1, B052.2 - Metal ministerial lapel pin in the shape of a Latin cross.

The logo of the Uniting Church in Australia (UCA) shows the cross of Jesus Christ, in its light and love, standing over a darkened world — redeeming it through grace and truth. By that cross people are bound to Christ and each other. The Holy Spirit, symbolised by the dove with the wings of flame, empowers and guides us to be witnesses to Jesus Christ. The wide U at the bottom points to the fact that we are uniting; as a semicircle it also reminds us that the renewing of both church and world are as yet incomplete.B051.1, B051.2 - Lapel badge or tie pin with Uniting Church in Australia logo at the centre.

The medal was awarded to junior missionary collectors for collecting over £5 for the missionary work of the church during a year. The first year this was achieved the medal was awarded and in subsequent years a bar was awarded. After 10 years a long service badge was also given. The practice started in 1904 with the Wesleyan Methodists by a man called Stanley Sowton so £5 was a large amount in those days.Bronze Maltese cross Junior Methodist Church Distinguished Service Order medal on a dark blue and brown grosgrain ribbon. The ribbon has a metal bar and smaller Maltese cross on it.On the large cross: "JMC DSO" "FOR ZEAL FOR CHRIST", on small cross: "JMC DSO" "FOR ZEAL FOR CHRIST" "10 YEARS", on bar: "1956"junior methodist church