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Ithacan Historical Society
Photograph, Picnic celebration, c 1930's
Photo possibly taken at a picnic where the young ones are dressed in white outfits, possibly for a celebration of an event or national day. Adults at rear are wearing the traditional shield badges which were given to attendees on arrival at the annual picnic.The celebration of Greek national days was important in the maintenance of Greek identity and traditions.Mounted black & white photo of people in a pavilion. E.Galatis on top right corner on the back. -
Slovenian Association Melbourne
Invitation to a dance, Jurjevanje - St George celebration 1955
Jurjevanje is a custom in Slovenia, when in Spring the celebration of the victory over the Winter brings people to the fields. A man is covered in greenery of the newly grown green leaves of birches, especially in the region Bela Krajina. The man hops around in the field, bringing hope for the good harvest.jurjevanje, st george celebration dance, spring in slovenia -
Orbost & District Historical Society
document, Celebration of the Orbost Signatures of the 1891 Women's Suffragette Petition, 2009
In 1891, Premier James Munro said he would introduce a bill into parliament for women's suffrage if it were demonstrated that ordinary women wanted this right. The Victorian Woman's Temperance Union and the Victorian Women's Suffrage Society took up the challenge, joining forces to organise a petition. Embarking on a door knocking campaign across Victoria they collected about 30,000 signatures in six weeks. The 'Monster Petition' is housed at the Public Records Office Victoria where a purpose-built perspex case protects the 260 metres of signed pages glued to sewn swathes of calico. (ref. Creative Victoria). In 2008 the petition was a centrepiece of the centenary celebrations of women's suffrage. This document was prepared for that centenary celebration.The Women's Suffrage Petition (1891) reflects the dedicated work of those women, who went from door to door across Victoria to collect the signatures. Its tremendous length earned it the name of the ‘Monster Petition'. This document is a useful research item.A stapled 9 pp document containing names, photographs, signatures of the Orbost women who signed the petition for Women's Suffrage in 1891.women's-suffrage-orbost -
Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, 18/12/1919
Peace celebrations and Final Welcome 18 December 1919A b/w photograph of a community activity showing Peace celebrations and Final Welcome.Handwritten on back: Peace celebrations and Final Welcome Dec. 18th 1919 Printed on back: POST CARD / CORRESPONDENCE / ADDRESS ONLY / STAMPworld war 1, postcards, community activities, festivals and celebrations, soldiers, armed forces, george evans collection -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Coronation Medal, 1937
Celebration of coronation of George V1QLD Coronation Celebrations Medal 12th May 1937On the front is relief of King George V1 and Queen Elizabeth, the other has sheath around the edge with a gathered bands with a Maltese Cross in the centre. The inscription Queensland Coronation Celebrations 12th May 1937medal, commemoration, george v1, queensland -
Greensborough Historical Society
Pamphlet, Leith Park Celebration Day 2019 program, 20/10/2019
A celebration for the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the first Old Colonists Association of Victoria retirement village at Rushall Park North Fitzroy was held on 20 October 2019 at Leith Park St Helena. Leith Park was the Association's second village, built in the 1960s on land donated by Arthur C. Leith, Life Governor, Councillor and President of the Association 1949-1972.4 p. colour pamphlet printed on light cardboardleith park retirement village, old colonists association -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Film - Compact Diskette with video, Yarra Trams, "Malvern Tram Depot Centenary Celebration 30 May 2010", Jun. 2010
Compact Diskette with video (DVD), titled "Malvern Tram Depot Centenary Celebration 30 May 2010" - in a clear covered plastic case with a black back. Chapter 1 - "Celebrations" running time 5mins, 40secs, gives an introduction to the PMTT, Yarra trams celebrations, includes interview with Craig Tooke (COTMA), Ian Stimpson of Bendigo trams, images of 44 and 84 running in and out of the depot, speech by Michel Masson, CEO of Yarra Trams, Brian Tee, Parliamentary Secretary for Transport, historic footage of the 1910 Opening of Malvern depot. Chapter 2 - "News Footage" - running time 4mins 15 secs, ABC News excerpts, channel 9 and channel 7 news broadcasts for that night features an interview with Darren Hutchesson, Craig Tooke, Roderick Smith, Allan Pollard and Michel Masson. Chapter 3 - "Archive footage" - running time 3 mins, footage thanks to National Film and Sound Archive, titled the "Opening Prahran and Malvern Tramway " features people speaking from a spiral staircase, trams No. 1, 2 and 3 running out of the depot, 12 in Glenferrie Road, lots of people views, 6 with Mayor, 6 See also Reg Item 2450 for a Yarra Trams labelled copy of the first chapter. See also Reg Item 2451 for a copy of chapter 2. See also Reg Item 2452 for the original version ex the Archive along with the paperwork re use.trams, tramways, pmtt, opening, yarra trams, malvern depot -
St Kilda Historical Society
Ephemera - Flyer, Celebration marking the signing of a contract between the City of St Kilda and John Holland Construction, 1992
Invitation from St Kilda Mayor John Spierings to a celebration on 28 February 1992, including entertainment, children's activities, displays, tours and food, to mark the signing of a contract for works on the St Kilda Town Hall and Public Library. The extension to the St Kilda Public Library was officially opened on 19 December 1993. The redevelopment of St Kilda Town Hall was officially opened on 26 June 1994.Single sheet of cream coloured paper printed in black, with St Kilda logo. Illustration of a jester.st kilda town hall, st kilda library, st kilda mayor john spierings -
Ithacan Historical Society
Photograph, Mildura family celebration, c1940s
Pictured l-r are Bill Florence (Vasilis Florias) playing violin, Peter (Pano) Vlass, Joyce Mason and Stathis Raftopoulos playing banjo. They are continuing the celebrations the day after Pano's and Joyce's wedding. The photo is taken in the back garden of the Golden Key Cafe in Red Cliffs which was operated by Pano's father Demetrios Vlassopoulos (Kopela). Stathi, Bill and Pano were all first cousins.The photograph reflects maintenance of family traditions and celebrations in their adopted country and the love of music. A black and white photograph of a lady and men relaxing outside a weatherboard house. The lady is seated in front of the men. A man on the LHS is playing a violin and the other on the RHS is playing the banjo. A corrugated iron water tank is behind the group. The photograph has been scanned from an original photograph. kopella, mildura -
Ithacan Historical Society
Photograph, 28 October Celebration, 28 October 1948
The children in the picture were students at the Greek language school which was run by the Greek Community of Melbourne and were attending the '28th October' Greek national day celebration at the Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church in East Melbourne. The two women, Alexandra Vrachna and Nina Black were teachers at the school. The Evangelismos Church was the first Greek orthodox Church to be established in Melbourne. The foundation stone was laid in December 1900 and church services commenced in August 1902. The 28th October is known as 'OHI' DAY', translated meaning NO DAY. It is an important national day celebrated in Greece and the Greek diaspora and commemorates the anniversary when in 1940 the then Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas said “NO” to an ultimatum made by Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini to allow Italian forces to occupy Greece. It marked the beginning of Greece's entry into WW2. The day symbolises values important to the Greek people - freedom, courage and 'filotimo'. The establishment of the Orthodox church in Melbourne in the early years of the twentieth century was was indicative of the number of Greek migrants who came to Australia in those early years of settlement in this country and the desire maintain their religious and cultural traditions. The early Greek migrants were anxious that their Australian born children maintain their language and religion in their adopted country. A black and white photograph of children with three adults standing outside Evangelismos Church in East Melbourne. Three children in the back row are displaying the Greek and Australian flags.Written in red underneath the photograph: 28th OCTOBER 1948. OUTSUDE THE GREEK CHURCH IN EAST MELBOURNE/PHOTO PROPERTY OF STATHI RAFTOPOULOS.wwii -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Ephemera - Ticket, W. Doubleday & S. Butler for BTM, BTM's celebration of 100 years of Electric Trams, 22/09/2005 12:00:00 AM
Ticket printed on 200 gsm white cardboard featuring ESCO opening postcard ticket (Reg. Item 608) for the BTM's celebration of 100 years of Electric Trams on 25/9/2005. Ticket No. 0001. Eight hundred were printed. On the front of the ticket has spaces for fare type and charge, electric tram and horse tram and on rear has BTM logo, validity date, purpose, ESCo postcard ticket history. Other Tickets collected are: 3148.2 - No. 600 (folded and punched) - used by WAD trams, tramways, btm, esco, tickets, postcards, 100 years of electric trams -
St Kilda Historical Society
Ephemera - Special event program, In Celebration of the Opening of the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, 1901
Program for the first opening of Parliament after Federation. Prince George Frederick Ernest Albert (1865–1936), Duke of Cornwall and York was the second son of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. The visit was part of an Empire tour and a tribute to the response made throughout the Empire during the Boer War. On their return to Britain the couple were proclaimed Prince and Princess of Wales and, on the death of Edward VII in 1910, became George V and Queen Mary.White coloured folded program, printed in purpleFront page/cover: UK Coat of Arms In Celebration of the Opening of the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia. To meet their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York. Reception by His Majesty's Ministers of State for Australia, at the Exhibition Building, Melbourne, on the 9th May, 1901. Middle pages: Programme (items listed) Back page/cover: Refreshments Will be Served all the Evening on the Ground Floor and in the Galleries 1901, opening of parliament, duke and duchess of cornwall and york, royal visits -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Poster - Framed Poster, Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), "The Centennial Celebration of the Melbourne Tram 1885 - 1985", c1985
Framed poster published for the centenary of Melbourne trams in 1985 by the Metropolitan Transit Authority on creamy paper, title "The Centennial Celebration of the Melbourne Tram 1885 - 1985", features cable tram dummy, bogie cable trailer, horse tram, A, F, J, S, W2, U, SW2, Z3, and A class of 1984 on poster with three tickets illustrated as well. Frame from white finish metal frame, screwed with clips in each corner, cotton hanging strip and Masonite backing board with plastic inserts to secure the backing board with a Perspex cover over the poster.On top and one side "Driver Scholten 3211" in red Texta pen.trams, tramways, melbourne, centenaries, posters, public transport -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Pamphlet, Yarra Trams, "A Centenary of electric trams - A Melbourne celebration", 2006
Double sided A4 sheet, on plain paper, printed in colour, titled "A Centenary of electric trams - A Melbourne celebration" - looking at the design of The Centenary Art Tram" designed by Millimetre for Yarra Trams and Siemens. Looks at the design of the tram, The brief, the solution and has the individual drawings of the various types of tram with notes. Note some the notes on the trams, eg the W class are incorrect. See Reg Item 843.4 for a photo of the tram - 5006. See Reg Item 1215 as well. 2nd copy added 7-1-2015 from donation of Adam Chandler - 24-12-2015.trams, tramways, centenary, yarra trams, siemens, decorated trams, transporting art, 100 years of electric trams, tram 5006 -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, Keith Dunstan Herald Sun, ”Tram Day - A Celebration of Trams”, 19/04/1995 12:00:00 AM
Two sheets or four pages from The Herald Sun, 19/4/1995 about the Parade of historic trams in Swanston St that day, titled ”Tram Day - A Celebration of Trams” , with event details, some history of the tramcars and an item “Our Landmark on wheels” written by Keith Dunstan - about his thoughts on Melbourne and its trams, cable trams and that they are a Landmark (see also reg Item 1873). Photos of V214, HTT 8, S 164, B1 2001, L 104, W2 510, W 380, X2 676. Has advertisements from ABB and Gonanin. see Reg Item 3639 for some photos of the event.trams, tramways, melbourne, tourism, w class, parades, swanston st, tram 214, tram 8, tram 2001, tram 104, tram 510, tram 380, tram 676 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Pennant, Victory Day 1946
Between 8th and 10th June there were celebrations in England celebrating the first anniversary of the end of WWII. Similar celebrations were held in Australian towns and cities.Pennant produced for the Victory Day Celebrations, June 10th, 1946. This triangular pennant is made from a dark blue wool felt cloth with two loops attached to the fly. The pennant is marked with insignia and wording associated with the first anniversary 'V' day celebrations in 1946.Inscribed with a large, white letter V with "victory" in side and in red lettering, surrounded by a "laurel" wreath. Inscribed with "Victory Day" in white lettering, "Celebrations" in alternating gold and orange lettering, and "June 10th 1946" in white lettering. pennant, victory celebrations -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Blood Bros wagon on Ringwood Oval for 1914-18 victory celebration, 1918
Black and white photographs of people sitting on horse drawn wagon. (2 copies, 1 Postcard size, 1 larger copy.) Signs on Wagon: "Peace with Victory", "Blood Bros Pty Ltd Famous Cakes & Pastry"Written on back of postcard copy: "Arthur Knee (driver), Arthur Blood, Edith (Mrs Gluth), Roy Blood (pastrycook), Jim Skerrett & Bob. Written on rear of backing sheet of large copy: "At 1918 victory celebrations on Ringwood oval. Oval now site of Eastland. 1. Right hand side 'Roy Blood' father of Thelma Wileman (Blood). 2. Probably Arthur Blood holding his only daghter Edith (later Edith Gluth) at back of photo. 3. Arthur Knee (driver). 4. Jim Skerrett (facing with little girl or boy, if a boy then could be Bob). -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Ingot - Alcoa, 2006
Collected by Anne Grant at Alcoa Portland Aluminium's 20th Anniversary Celebrations.Small cast aluminium ingot in white satin-lined black case. Encased within white card sleeve. Souvenir aluminium ingot from Alcoa Portland Aluminium 20th Anniversary celebrationsFront: PORTLAND/ALUMINIUM (gold, inside lid)alcoa, celebration, 20th anniversary -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Parade in celebration of King Edward VII's birthday, 1902, 1902
The parade was held in celebration of King Edward VII's birthday on 4 July 1902. This was the first public appearance of the German Band formed on 30 May 1902. The leading horseman is Mr Rowland Coe. He is followed by Mr George Robinson, a butcher of Canterbury Road. The man in the white hat is Mr Sam Kellett, businessman of Erasmus Street. Behind him on foot and partly obscured is Mr Alexander McNeill of the Surrey Family Hotel. Band master is Harry Pollard, painter and paper-hanger, and next to him is Constable Hill. The small boy in the sailor suit is Perc Venman of Essex Road and in the buggy near the footpath is Mr and Mrs William Maling. Information came from David Staig senior. Further research: William Saunders Maling, a son of John Butler Maling, was a builder who lived at 17 Balwyn Road, Canterbury. Rowland Coe, a butcher and son of James and Elizabeth Coe of Sunbury Crescent enlisted in AIF in WW1. He later lived at 233 Elgar Road, Box Hill. William Percival Reginald (Perc) Venman was born in Surrey Hills in 1894; he died in Surrey Hills in 1951 and lived at 27 Essex Street for much of his life. He and his wife are buried in Box Hill Cemetery. The identity of Sam Kellett of Erasmus Street is questioned. Edward Kellett built 'Yielma' in Erasmus Street but was deceased by 1902. He had 3 sons: Edward Allan (1854-1932); George Henry (1858-1921) and William John (1865-1945).Black and white photo of a number of men on horses leading a parade down Station Street (Windsor Crescent) to Union Road. Street trees on the RHS are mature whilst the ones on the LHS look to be newly planted. They have wooden guards around them. The area to the left is blurry but would be the railway line and station surrounds. Roads are well formed with bluestone channels.parades and processions, bands, german band, windsor crescent, william saunders maling, mrs hannah maling, miss hannah miller, constable hill, perc venman, george robinson, sam kellett, alexander mcneill, rowland coe, harry pollard, william percival reginald venman -
Royal Brighton Yacht Club
Award - 150 Year Celebration Cup
The Celebration Cup perpetual trophy was presented by Rod and David McKenna at the March Half Yearly General Meeting. Rod addressed the meeting, acknowledging that from its humble beginnings in 1875, the Royal Brighton Yacht Club has been a beacon of excellence in the yachting community. Over the past century and a half, it has grown not only in size and stature but also in the hearts and minds of countless individuals who have shared in the passion and spirit of sailing. The McKenna Family has over 232 years of total membership between them and have been involved in the Royal Brighton Yacht Club community since 1941 when Keith McKenna was first elected to the club membership and appointed Honorary Treasurer in 1950 for 10 Years. Keith’s wife Judith was elected to the club membership in 1981and acted as Treasurer for the Ladies Auxiliary for 35 + Years, both contributing to its growth and success through their unwavering support and dedication. Each of Rod and David’s grandfathers were also members while Rod and David continue to support the club in Race Management duties. The Cup is first awarded for the 150th Anniversary Regatta held on the weekend of 29, 30 March 2025, with winners of each class and Division honoured with a plaque on the Cup. The Deed of Gift accompanying this trophy allows for future celebratory events to preserve the legacy of our club for future generations. More information about the trophy and the McKenna Family's history with RBYC by clicking on the photo and then the right arrows. -
Sunshine and District Historical Society Incorporated
Souvenir Programme (1944), DIAMOND JUBILEE celebration of the SUNSHINE HARVESTER, 1944
As a youth while working on his father's farm, Hugh Victor McKay became tired of the labour involved in winnowing wheat by hand. In 1884 he built the first machine in the world which did the winnowing in conjunction with the reaping. On Monday 21st August 1944, which coincided with the birthday of the late H. V. McKay, more than 2000 employees and friends of H. V. McKay Massey Harris Pty Ltd were entertained at the Melbourne Town Hall, in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of the Sunshine Harvester Works.The event was planned to "turn it on for the boys' in a manner befitting the occasion." The compere was Eric Pearce (of later TV newsreader fame) and the entertainment was provided by leading performers of song (W.M.Laird and Mary Miller), of music (John Robertson, W.M.King, and the Sunshine Brass Band), and of humour (Charles Sherman). The accompanists for some of the performances were Betty Miller and Eric Fox. Two films depicting the activities of the Sunshine Works were shown, and the managing director Mr C. N. McKay, was presented with a book by Mr Fred Bult who had 50 years service with the company. The book contained more than 1000 signatures from invited employees who had completed more than 10 years of service, Supper was provided in the Lower Hall, and the MC for dancing to the Synco-Harvesters Dance Band in the Main Hall was James Patrick. The committee which organised the function were Messrs. L.W. King (Chairman), G. Baker, J. Downing, R. Stewart, F. J. Lee, V. Armstrong, F. Fields, J. Aird, G. Wilson, J. G. McKay, T. N. McArthur, and R. Webb, with secretaries Messrs. G. Shaw and D. J. McKay. The above information was compiled from the Souvenir Programme, and from The Argus of Tuesday 22 August 1944 which can be viewed at http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11357700, and from the Sunshine Advocate of Friday 30 June 1944.The Souvenir Programme provides a historical record of how the Diamond Jubilee was celebrated, as well as the type of entertainment and the names of the entertainers and other people involved. It also lists the types of dances such as the 'Fox Trot' and the 'Pride of Erin' that were normal entertainment in 1944. The Souvenir Programme is also significant in what it does not tell us. There is absolutely no indication of what would be considered to be a supper for an event like this in 1944, especially in the Melbourne Town Hall. From a historical point of view it would be interesting to know.Beige coloured cardboard document which is folded in two, and has brown coloured printing on three of the four sides. The document provides a detailed list of the entertainment and the presentations held in the Melbourne Town Hall, to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the Sunshine Harvester Works.1884 1944 / SOUVENIR PROGRAMME / DIAMOND JUBILEE of the SUNSHINE HARVESTER / MELBOURNE TOWN HALL / Monday 21st Aug.sunshine harvester, diamond jubilee, h. v. mckay, massey harris pty ltd, 21 august 1944, 1884, 1944, melbourne town hall, sunshine harvester works, sunshine harvester, diamond jubilee, h. v. mckay, massey harris pty ltd, 21 august 1944, 1884, 1944, melbourne town hall, sunshine harvester works -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Magazine Article, J.E. Barnes, Wattle Day Celebration - The First Excursion to the Picturesque Hurst’s-Bridge District; A few of the blossom gatherers; Table Talk, September 5, p23, 1912
The September 5, 1912 issue of Table Talk celebrated "Wattle Day" where new plantings are made of the national flower and featured images from both Melbourne as well as the first excursion to Hurstbridge. Those from Hurstbridge were photographed by notable WW1 photographer, J.E. Barnes. Also digitised and accessible via National Library of Australia Trove website - (1912, September 5). Table Talk (Melbourne, Vic. : 1885 - 1939), p. 23. Retrieved July 28, 2024, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-page17413107 See an article on reflections about Wattle Day on page 29 - SOME REFLECTIONS UPON WATTLE DAY. (1912, September 5). Table Talk (Melbourne, Vic. : 1885 - 1939), p. 29. Retrieved July 28, 2024, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146180986 The inaugural Hurstbridge Wattle Day Festival was held Saturday, September 1, 1912 when a specially commissioned train brought 1,000 visitors to the district to enjoy the splendour of the wattle in bloom. “Melbourne’s first “Wattle Day” Campaign, the day when Australia’s national flower was to be all pervading in the streets of the metropolis, and sold in sprigs and bunches by hundred of lady volunteers, for purposes of charity, was not blessed with happy climatic conditions on Monday [2 Sep 1912]” - WATTLE DAY. (1912, September 7). Leader (Melbourne, Vic. : 1862 - 1918, 1935), p. 39. Retrieved July 28, 2024, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198116738 “In connection with Wattle Day celebrations a special train conveyed a thousand people to Hurst's-Bridge last Saturday afternoon [1 Sep 1912]. Lengthy reports of the excursion appeared in the daily papers last Monday. - WATTLE DAY. (1912, September 6). Evelyn Observer and Bourke East Record (Vic. : 1902 - 1917), p. 2 (MORNING.). Retrieved July 28, 2024, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60656027 See a review of the excursion to Hurst’s-Bridge - HURST'S-BRIDGE EXCURSION. (1912, September 2). The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), p. 9. Retrieved July 28, 2024, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196255907 The excursion to Hurst’s-Bridge was considered such a success that the Railway department arranged to run another special train to the station on Saturday, October 5, 1912 - HURST'S-BRIDGE EXCURSION. (1912, October 2). The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), p. 10. Retrieved July 28, 2024, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203325447Inaugural Hurstbridge Wattle Day Festival held 1 September 1912d3-class steam locomotive, hurstbridge wattle festival, special train, tait train, tourism, wattle day campaign, wattle day festival, david smyth collection -
Melton City Libraries
Document, Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the life of Ernest Wesley Barrie (Bon) 1909-1985, 1985
SUMMARY - Ernest W (Bon) Barrie, 1909 – 1985 Profile Melton Mechanics Institute Member 1935 - 1982i Trustee 1952 - 1982 Life Member 1968 Years of service – 47 years He constructed and provided a public address system which was used at Melton and district halls and sports grounds for a wide variety of community events including school sports, gymkhanas, theatrical productions and processions. Fire Brigade Melton Fire Brigade (and predecessor Bush Fire Brigade) Apparatus Officer, 1945 - 1953 Captain, 1951 - 1965 Mt Cotterill Fire Brigades’ Group Elected Group Officer, on the formation of the Group, 1967. As Group Communications Officer he operated the VL3 LY base radio station from home on a 24 hour basis for fire brigades of Melton, Rockbank, Sydenham, Diggers Rest, Toolern Vale, Truganina and Werribee. With his brother Edgar, he built the first Melton Fire Truck. It was housed on the family property until a fire station was constructed in the Melton township. Recipient of the Queens Medal, 1979 Recognised for 44 years of service on the Melton Fire Brigade Memorial Wall Plaque, dedicated May 2013 Melton State School, no 430 Committee – School Correspondent (secretarial and financial role) 34 years of Service Provided his Amplifier Equipment for events and the annual district School Sports from 1939-1973. Donated the House Athletic Shield Melton and District Historical Society 1968 – 1985 President and foundation member Willows Historical Park – supported the establishment of the park and contributed many volunteers hours in the construction and landscaping of the precinct Member, Western Metropolitan Groups of Historical Societies, 1980s Shire of Melton Councillor South Riding, 1969-1971 Member of the Water Trust Melton Uniting Church Melton Uniting Church (and its predecessors the Methodist, Methodist-Presbyterian churches). A lifetime association which extended from childhood when he attended Sunday school until his death in 1985. Member of the Presbyterian Board of Management for more than 25 years in which he held positions of Honorary Secretary and Treasurer, Board member of the Parish Council and Member of the Committee of Management. He was a Sunday school teacher 1933. Community development With Mr RC Butler met with Shire Council in 1937 to canvass residents to ascertain prospective Electric consumers in the district. Electricity was subsequently turned on at dusk on 20th December 1939. Melton Progress Association, including Melton Musical, Elocutionary and Vocal Competitions, Vice President 1939 1940 Melton Development Association, 1960s Volunteer Air Observers Corps (VAOC)ii Carried out plane spotting at Shire Office and spotting tower in Melton and later from home until 1944/45. Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. He later diversified into other grains and sheep (wool and meat). He took a enthusiastic interest in agricultural engineering and was keen to introduce innovative ideas that improved the productivity of farms and farming practices. In the mid 1950 he conducted trials during harvest on the family property of the original mechanical hay fork built on a British Bedford truck by Bill Gillespie. This design was further refined in collaboration with the Gillespie brothers and resulted in the construction the hydraulically operated tractor mounted hay fork. The innovative design of the hay fork created interest from far and wide and was quickly taken up by farmers because it significantly reduced hand labouring of loading sheaves of hay with a pitch fork. His father established chaff mills in Melton, Rockbank, Parwan, Diggers Rest in the first decade of 1900 and in 1915 went into partnership with JR Schutt to establish the Schutt & Barrie Pty. Ltd. Chaff Cutting and Flour Mill in West Footscray. When it ceased trading in 1968 the directors were: Ernest W Barrie and Thomas L Barrie, R, A, and M Schutt. Awards Queens Medal, 1979 Rotary Award for Community Service, 1980 Victoria 150th Anniversary Celebrations contributions, 1985 Service held at Melton Uniting Church local identities -
Linton and District Historical Society Inc
Invitation, Back to Linton Celebrations, Silver Jubilee, 1939 [Old Lintonians' Association], 1939
Leaflet advertising details of Silver Jubilee, back to Linton celebrations and issuing invitation to members, intending members, old scholars and former residents to attend. Easter Saturday April 8 to Easter Monday April 10, 1939. Programme times listed for Saturday, Sunday, Monday and advise a bus from Ballarat (to meet Melb. train) to Linton and return evening.Printed "Silver Jubilee" Back to Linton Celebration inviting old scholars-former residents, April 8-10, 1939. Programme and details of bus from Ballarat printed on same leaflet.Text: " Back to Linton Celebrations / SILVER JUBILEE. / EASTER SATURDAY, APRIL 8, TILL EASTER MONDAY, APRIL 10, / 1939. "mrs g.e. hall, events, reunions, back to linton 1939, old lintonians' association (ola) -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Article, 2016 celebration of Ringwood CWA 70th birthday
Kindly scanned from Ringwood Branch archival collection -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Newspaper, Ringwood East CWA 40th birthday celebration in February 1989
Kindly scanned from Ringwood Branch archival collection -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood CWA 30th birthday celebration in February 1976
Kindly scanned from Ringwood Branch archival collection -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood CWA 44th and 45th birthday celebration in 1990 and 1991 respectively
Kindly scanned from Ringwood Branch archival collection -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Mixed media, Ringwood CWA's 50th Birthday celebration in 1996
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Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood CWA cake stall nd sausage sizzle in 2014, and New Year's Day celebration in 2015
Kindly scanned from Ringwood Branch archival collection