Photocopy of a hand written document, 4 sheets, 3 on MMTB Memo paper titled "Costing quotes required for Working Party" Seeking information about the costs of items purchased by the MMTB outside, seeking additional work for Preston Workshops, e.g. armature overhauls, seats, destination blinds etc. The 2nd to 4th sheet provides some of these costs.With "1983" in black ink in top right hand cornertrams, tramways, preston workshops, overhauls, repairs, unions, finances

Black and White photograph of a MMTB No. 1A truck, showing the springing arrangement and how it was used under a tram and the main transoms. Reference Drawing R7798. One of a series of photographs done by the MMTB to illustrate the various types of bogies / trucks used by the MMTB. Possibly during the 1960's. See Reg Item 4448 for a general photo of the truck at Preston WorkshopsOn rear is MMTB stamp and number P25/1/469trams, tramways, mmtb, bogies, trucks, preston workshops

Set of two form/s or tags or dockets, most likely used to tag equipment, possibly a motor or bearing at a tram depot or Preston workshops. Handwritten on light card with a two reinforcing pieces around the top hole with the printers details on the piece. .1 - 22/9/71 - 756 28T .2 - 26/1/72 - 381 MV.101AXtrams, tramways, preston workshops, forms, stores department, equipment, motors, bearings

Foolscap duplicated document, 1 sheet printed both sides, titled "Tramcar Allocation as at 1st July 1978", listing the class of trams allocated to each depot in Melbourne, MMTB, workshops, storage, training trams, summary of allocation and a list of transfers. Published by the AETA as a supplement to the August 1978 Electric Traction and a list of sales item on the bottom of the 2nd page.In ink on the rear sheet "Depot Master"trams, tramways, preston workshops, lists, tramcars, mmtb, depots, depot allocation, aeta

Colour photograph of W5 774 after repainting as part of the Heritage Fleet in the yard by the entry gate at Preston Workshops during 1995. Tram has the destination of Swanston St, route 28. Note the pantograph friendly point frog at the back of the tram. Photo from the Collection of the Department of Infrastructure now with the Public Records Office - image number "1995-166".Has Department of Infrastructure copy right stamp on rear and numbers "1995-166" and "3-18"trams, tramways, preston workshops, repainting, maintenance, w5 class, tram 774

Postcard or photograph of the Launch of Transporting Art tram No. 816 painted by Michael Leunig in 1986. Produced by the Public Record Office Victoria. Has on the rear a map of North Melbourne showing the PRO details and contact details. Photo shows the tram breaking through a banner at Preston Workshop paint shop held by Michael and some assistants. Two copies held.trams, tramways, transporting art, art works, preston workshops, launch, tram 816

Black and white photograph of Preston Workshops, possibly soon after construction or during construction. Looking from the St Georges Road gate,. or North East. The overhead has been put up, tracks laid using wooden sleepers. The traverser between the Paint shop and the body shop can be seen. Prior to the timber store being constructed. C1926trams, tramways, preston workshops, construction, trackwork

Thirteen page report within Manila covers with a red comb binder, foolscap size titled "Loading / Unloading characteristics Z-class trams, Interim Report", dated July 1975, summarising the findings of experiments at Preston Workshops and studies during June and July 1975. Gives a view on the design of the Z-class design. Includes tables and graphs.Marked on top of the front over "Embargoed" and "74/1.5 (part 5 of 5)trams, tramways, mmtb, z class, preston workshops, reports

386.1 - A4 photocopied sheet titled "Yarra Tram Fleet Depot Allocation", dated 6/5/1998, giving tram allocations for Camberwell, East Preston, Kew, Southbank and Preston Workshop storage. Also provided details of recent tram movements. 386.2 - ditto for 18/5/1998. Second copy signed by A. Chircop, Inspecting Foreman.trams, tramways, tramcars, yarra trams, lists, depots, depot allocation

Contents: • Next meeting, guest speaker; Ken Eckersall: Tales from the 1930s • May Meeting • The Shillinglaw Farm Walk • Eltham RSL and War Memorial • Edendale Farm • Subscriptions • Records Workshops • Office Bearers 2010-2011 The Shire of Eltham Historical Society was formed in October 1967. The first newsletter of the Society was issued May 1978 and has been published continuously ever since on a bi-monthly basis. With the cessation of the Shire of Eltham in late 1994, the Society's name was revised to Eltham District Historical Society and this name first appeared with issue No. 103, July 1995. The collection of the Society's newsletters provides a valuable resource on the history of the Society's activities, office bearers and committee members, guest speakers and subjects of historical interest pertinent to the former Shire of Eltham and the Eltham District.A4 photocopied newsletter distributed to membersnewsletter, eltham district historical society, shire of eltham historical society

In 2010, Emerging Writers' Festival Director Lisa Demspter, ran a Zine Bus, which travelled around Melbourne's inner north and city running workshops, panels and events. The Zine Bus was held on Saturday May 29th, 2010.A small flyer with black text and zine and green graphics, advertising the 2010 Emerging Writers' Festival Zine Bus.2010 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne, zine bus

This vehicle was issued to 8/13 VMR in 1980s and 1990s for recovery purposes. Part of a collection of workshop manuals and user handbooks relating to equipment on issue to 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles during the latter half of the twentieth century.Maroon coloured stiff vinyl covered Technical manual being User Handbook Truck Wrecker 5 Ton GS with winch. Bound with metal screws. 102 pages. Published by Australian Army 19 February 1974.Ink stamp on title page " 8/13 VMR Regimental Collection ."

Vehicles of these types were issued to CMF units following WW11 for transport purposes.Part of a collection of workshop manuals and user handbooks relating to equipment on issue to 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles during the latter half of the twentieth century.Buff coloured soft covered manual 108 pages square bound being Driver's Handbook for a variety of Chevrolet wheeled vehicles ranging from 15cwt 4x2 to Fd Arty Tractor. Published by Australian Army 1945.Ink stamp on title page " 8/13 VMR Regimental Collection."

Set of 7 reports providing information about the depot allocation of each tramcar at the time. Includes information on cars at Preston Workshops, including new cars being built at the time. Gives total numbers for each class of car.Yields information about the allocation of tramcar by depot during the 1940s and 1951.Set of seven reports printed on foolscap sheets, duplicated - providing a detail list of tramcar allocations as at: 1 - 8-3-1941 - single sheet, 2nd sheet missing, 2 - 10-11-1945 - with numerous pencil notes 3 - 2-2-1946 4 - 25-5-1947 5 - 27-3-1948 6 - 21-5-1949 - with numerous pencil notes 7 - 27-1-1951 - has a note re additional cars to be built.On base of 1in ink "Rest Missing"tramways, trams, reports, mmtb, lists, depots, depot allocation

Colour print showing Z1 class trams, 1, 2, and 3 on the fan at Preston Workshops, possibly late May or June 1975 at the time of entry into service. All the trams are showing special. In the background is a W7, possibly 1036. Yields information about the then new Z1 class trams at the time of the entry into service. Colour print on Kodak Royal paper.trams, tramways, z1 class, tram 1, tram 2, tram 3

The two pieces of laminate show the different shades used by the MMTB in their vehicles, both trams and buses. These two pieces have been cut for use in the Uniform Workshops to separate size and type of items, in this case trousers and lumber jackets.Demonstrates two types of laminates used in MMTB vehicles and then used in the the MMTB or The Met uniform store clothing racks.Set of two sheets of laminex with dymo letter punched into adhesive tape.See item.trams, tramways, uniforms

Port of Portland Authority archivesFront: WORKS AREA AT SAND-SPIT. 6/8/52/ SHOWING WORKSHOPS' SITE & STORES BUILDING UNDER CONSTRUCTION (lower centre) Back: P.H.T./ Print No. 3/3 Neg. No // Date taken 6-8-52./ SUBJECT./ % (Ink stamp with blue pen and pencil additions, centre)port of portland archives

Two photos of Legatee Saltmarsh with widows in Legacy House. L/ Saltmarsh was the Widow Committee Chairman and was involved in organising events for widows and in publishing the newsletter. The photo shows him with two widows, Marion Scammell was working on a her tapestry under the guidance of Nancy Crooks, the instructor. One was published in the newsletter in April 1996 to show widows the types of activities that Legacy provided. For many years there were workshops for craft and others for painting. The timetable for activities was published in The Answer (prior to Sept 1992 it was called the Melbourne Legacy Widows' Newsletter) each month. These regular meetings and workshops provided important opportunities for widows to meet, socialise and be active.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photos of widows and Legatee Saltmarsh during craft meeting at Legacy House.widows, craft, activities

Keys played an important role at Ararat Mental Institution. They locked away patients, medications, offices, wards, workshops and utility areas. Patients and staff would have been all too familiar with the sounds of doors being locked and unlocked. The board is significant because it contains keys that can only be used at Aradale Mental Hospital.Timber board containing an assortment of over one hundred keys mounted keys belonging to Ararat Mental Hospital [Aradale]. Keys secured to board with small eyelet screws. Keys and board are lacquered. Comes with two timber stands for display purposesNo serial numbers, engravings or manufacturers details. keys, mental institutions, locks

Keys played an important role at Ararat Mental Institution. They locked away patients, medications, offices, wards, workshops and utility areas. Patients and staff would have been all too familiar with the sounds of doors being locked and unlocked.The board is significant because it contains keys that can only be used at Aradale Mental Hospital.Timber board containing an assortment of over one hundred keys mounted keys belonging to Ararat Mental Hospital [Aradale]. Keys secured to board with small eyelet screws and glue. Keys and board are lacquered. Two brass screws at the top secure board to the wall.No serial numbers, engravings or manufacturers details.mental health, keys, locks, mental institutions, psychiatric history

Two images taken of two possibly different buildings. The first appears to be the workshop owned by Queensland Industrial Institute for the Blind, after restoration; and the other, given similar images at State Archives Queensland, a new dormitory/kitchen/laundry block.2 x B/W photographs of a brick double storey buildingqueensland industrial institute for the blind, buildings

Made for the representatives of the VTBA, (Victorian Tramways Bowls Association) lawn bowling club, for attaching to a blazer or jacket to be worn at functions or events. Most likely made by the clothing workshops at Hawthorn. The purpose of the yellow/green stripe is unknown on the 3rd copy.Demonstrates the badges or pocket patches used by the VTBA members.Set of three cloth badges or patches for sewing onto a jacket pocket - two black cloth, gold lettering with MMTB logo in gold and one with green and yellow stripes on the top.vtba, lawn bowls, tramways, mmtb, fred turner

Found at 'Mulvra', a property near Linton belonging to Digory Pendray Roberts. It is believed that the candle-holder was forged in the blacksmith's workshop at the property. Found in the late 1940s and donated to Linton & District Historical Society by Lyle Fletcher, a descendant of Digory Roberts.Iron candle holder, round section to hold candle, with horizontal spike attached, to enable candle holder to be pushed into rocks or clay of mine wall.mining, candle holders

Contents: • Next meeting, guest speaker; Andrew Lemon: Researching the wreck of the ‘Cataraqui’ • Annual General Meeting Agenda • Andrew Lemon • Eltham England • Bicentennial/Heritage Week Display • Records/Research Workshops • Society Program • February Meeting The Shire of Eltham Historical Society was formed in October 1967. The first newsletter of the Society was issued May 1978 and has been published continuously ever since on a bi-monthly basis. With the cessation of the Shire of Eltham in late 1994, the Society's name was revised to Eltham District Historical Society and this name first appeared with issue No. 103, July 1995. The collection of the Society's newsletters provides a valuable resource on the history of the Society's activities, office bearers and committee members, guest speakers and subjects of historical interest pertinent to the former Shire of Eltham and the Eltham District.A4 photocopied newsletter distributed to membersnewsletter, eltham district historical society, shire of eltham historical society

Handwritten list detailing tramcars stored at Hawthorn tram depot (14), Thornbury depot (incomplete), Preston workshops, work cars in Preston yard and the breakdown training car at South Melbourne depot. List dated 20-7-1969.Yields information about stored tramcars during July 1969.Quarto ruled sheet with handwritten list, punched holes on left hand side.tramways, mmtb, tramcars, stored trams, hawthorn depot, thornbury depot, breakdowns, preston workshops

Black and white photograph of W4 673 decorated for the Victorian Centenary in 1934, at Preston Workshops. Tram was illuminated, showing route 60. Extensively decorated with the State Coat of Arms. Photo by Sutcliffee Studios. See item 5242 for a negative of this image.Yields information about W4 673 decorated for the 1934 Victorian Centenary.Black and white photograph, with source notes on the rear.In ink "673 1934, Duplicate Copy, Sutcliffe Photo"trams, mmtb, w4 class, tram 673, victoria, centenary, preston workshops, decorated trams

Photograph shows the underside of partially built PCC 1041 car body on blocks inside Preston Workshops. In sight are the car's steel frame, electrical cables, electronic components and a closer view of part of the PCC Controller. A workman is also in view.Yields information about construction of PCC 1041Black and white print note on the rear.On rear in ink "Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board Ref No P25/1/1088 "pcc, 1041, car body, preston workshops, underside, steel frame, electrical cables, electronic components, pcc controller

The album was bought home from the Middle East by Eric Leslie Bugge. He enlisted No VX6316 on 13.11.1939 age 34 years. At discharge from the 2nd AIF on 2.1.46 he was a Pte in 2/4th Base Workshops. Refer also 180. Rectangular Album. Covers made of wood with desert and camel scene in black on front, leather bound spine. Contains postcard views and pressed flowers re Eric Bugge.On back cover, painted in black - "Jerusalem." Inside cover - "VAL ROWLEY 10 GLADSTONE PDE, GLENROY. W9photography-photographs, books-albums, natural history specimens-botany