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Camberwell Historical Society
Book, Don Gibb et al, Canterbury: A History, 2019
In this book, Don Gibb presents a history of the development of Canterbury as a suburb up until 1960. Produced by Royal Historical Society of Victoria and Canterbury History Group. Published 2019.camberwell, canterbury -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Australias Awakening
... Australias Awakening ...This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. Australias Awakening Thirty years in the Life of an Australian Agitator Author: William Guthrie Spence Publisher: Printed by The Workers Trustees Date: 1909Label on spine cover with typed text R.A. 329.994 SPE Front loose endpaper has a stamp from Warrnambool Public Library Top Text Block has a stamp from Warrnambool Public Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, pattison collection, warrnambool library, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, australias awakening, william guthrie spence -
Greensborough Historical Society
Poster, Anti-cancer Council of Victoria, Australia's biggest morning tea: have a cuppa for cancer research, 06/06/2001
Publicity for fundraising event organised by the Anti-cancer Council of Victoria. This "biggest morning tea' was held in Watsonia 2001.Colour poster6 Walpole Crt Watsonia, Kay Wyatt, Wednesday June 6th [2001]fundraising, cancer council -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Sue Ballantyne, Biggest Morning Tea 2019 - GHS members 1, 23/05/2019
In 2019 GHS hosted a "Biggest Morning Tea" as a fundraiser for the Cancer Council. This photograph shows GHS members at the function.Digital copy of colour photographbiggest morning tea, greensborough historical society -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Sue Ballantyne, Biggest Morning Tea 2019 - GHS members 2, 23/05/2019
In 2019 GHS hosted a "Biggest Morning Tea" as a fundraiser for the Cancer Council. This photograph shows GHS members at the function.Digital copy of colour photographbiggest morning tea, greensborough historical society -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Sue Ballantyne, Biggest Morning Tea 2019 - GHS members 3, 23/05/2019
In 2019 GHS hosted a "Biggest Morning Tea" as a fundraiser for the Cancer Council. This photograph shows GHS members at the function.Digital copy of colour photographsbiggest morning tea, greensborough historical society -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Memorandum, Physical Culture Display by State School Children at Melbourne C. Ground - Friday 19 October, 1934, 16/10/1934 12:00:00 AM
Memorandum - three typed sheets (8"x10.5") - titled "Physical Culture Display by State School Children at Melbourne C. Ground - Friday 19 October, 1934" from DJ Davidson, District Traffic Superintendent S.S. to Mr Davis, Hawthorn, Mr Bradley, Glenhuntly and Mr Jones, Malvern. Memo dated 16 October and specifies trams required for event at MCG. Also paper pinned to front with inscription: "Physical Culture Display MCG, Friday 19/10/34" written in red pencil and "Repeat for Mon 22/10/34" written in black pencil."Physical Culture Display MCG, Friday 19/10/34" written in red pencil and "Repeat for Mon 22/10/34" written in black pencil on attached note, "Copy to Haw & Hanna Insp" written in black pencil on Hawthorn memo, "Copy to Ghtly Insp" written in black pencil on Glenhuntly memo, "Copy to Malv Insp" written in black pencil on Malvern memotrams, tramways, instructions, events -
Wheen Bee Foundation
Publication, The ABC of Bee Culture (A I Root), 1903
Hard Cover Book slightly larger than A5. Almost black cover with gold bee embossed on the front. Title is imprinted & very hard to read 472 pages + index Comes with a CD of the background on the copy of the bookTo the throngs of eager, questioning brothers & sisters in the art of bee culture In our own & other countries This work is respecfully dedicated by the author -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Sue Ballantyne, Biggest Morning Tea 2019 - Morning Tea Table, 23/05/2019
In 2019 GHS hosted a "Biggest Morning Tea" as a fundraiser for the Cancer Council. This photograph shows our morning tea table at the start of the function.Digital copy of colour photographbiggest morning tea, greensborough historical society -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Newsletter, CMHS Moorabbin Mirror Vol 6 April 2016, Moorabbin Mirror Vol 6 April 2016, April 2016
This is Vol. 6 of the Moorabbin Mirror produced by CMHS members Fran & Holger Bader , Valma Sharp April 2016 The Moorabbin Mirror reflects the history and heritage of the former City of Moorabbin — derived from Mooroobin, ‘a resting place’ in the Bunurrung spoken language. In 1994, the City of Moorabbin was integrated into the Cities of Bayside, Glen Eira, Kingston and Monash. This issue of the Moorabbin Mirror is dedicated to all the young, and not so young, men and women from the former City of Moorabbin who served ‘King and Country’ during the Great War. Especially those who never came home including a photo of WW1 Mordialloc Memorial and the 2016 Local Commemorative Services. Valma Sharp CMHS President 'officially opened' the new WC and thanked GECC for this amenity. Members and Guests then shared light refreshments before welcoming visitors to the BCM Extra Open Day. Unfortunately Lorna Thatcher was unable to attend due to a sudden illness and Committee and members sent Get Well wishes via Frank. The Diary informs members of the Extra Open Days, upcoming publicity events , Meetings and Community Group visits to BCM, Local interest items include Lees Nursery, Market Gardening Heritage, Westall UFO, Joyce Park Playground Solar System., Moorabbin Ten Pin Bowl and the School Amateur Radio Special Event. The Committee is very grateful for the help provided by David Hardham GEHS to set up our new CMHS website. An informative article re the 2012 GESAC that replaced the 1964 Olympic Pool. Information is requested for the Roving Curator August Rietman display 2017.This is Vol. 6 of the Moorabbin Mirror, Newsletter of CMHS April 2016A4 x 3 paper folded to A5 x 6pp with colour photographs. Moorabbin / Mirror / April 2016 Vol 6moorabbin mirror, bader fran, bader holger, sharp valma, hardham david, thatcher lorna, anzac memorial mordialloc, anzac, lees nursery thomas st brighton east, gesac, moorabbin ten pin bowling, joyce park playground ormond, bentleigh, moorabbin, mckinnon, roving curator program mav, westall ufo, -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Archive, Stawell Gold Mine, Stawell Gold Mine Emergency Plan, 1/08/2015
Plans produced by Mine for Emergency use showing ventilation & Emergency Exits Plans and Conatacts.Ring Bound A3 book with laminated Covers & Black and Yellow Banding for attentionDate of Issue 31/ 08/2015 Uncontrolled Copymining, gold -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Map, Stawell Gold Mine, Stawell Gold Mine Photo Map of Stawell Township showing Underground Declines in mining lease, 2007
SGM photo Map 2007 Produced for Public Consultation over Big Hill Open Pit Proposal. Aerial Views Stawellmining, gold, map -
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
Equipment - Ship's compass, J. Priestman & Co. Read more at wrecksite: https://wrecksite.eu/wreck.aspx?57395, 1913
... J. Priestman & Co. Read more at wrecksite: https ...On August 23rd, 1949, S. S. TIME was on voyage from Sydney to Melbourne with a cargo of sugar (3,000 tons), timber, general cargo and coal, when she was wrecked on Corsair Rock, entrance of Port Philip Bay. Read more at wrecksite: https://wrecksite.eu/wreck.aspx?57395The S.S. Time was a land mark vessel in Queenscliff and surrounding areas from August 23rd, 1949, when it was wrecked on Corsair Rock in the entrance of Port Philip Bay until the early 60s when it broke up in a storm.A brass Compass from SS Time mounted on a wooden frameNo 857 E Easdailess time, compass -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, Joseph Lo Bianco, Teaching invisible culture : classroom practice and theory, 2003
All language educators are aware that culture is a vitally important reason for teaching languages. All curriculum statements for languages contain strong references to the importance of culture. We need to offer accessible cultural input to initiate the teaching of culture in language use, while at the same time not simplifying or stereotyping the community that speaks the language we are teaching. This book takes up these important questions and places in the hands of teachers well researched but very practical guidance, advice, resources and information on teaching culture in language. In this book you will find a discussion of what researchers, and classroom teachers, think and do about culture in language education and you will find a rich array of practical resources and advice for enhancing classroom practice. Specific languages addressed are: Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese and English as a Second Language. Preface /? Joseph Lo Bianco 1. Common themes /? Joseph Lo Bianco 2. Culture: visible, invisible and multiple /? Joseph Lo Bianco 3. A conceptual framework to help teachers identify where culture is located in language use /? Chantal Crozet 4. Chinese /? Li Kaining 5. How can we make Australian English meaningful to ESL learners? /? Anne-Marie Barraja-Rohan 6. Teaching French and culture in language use /? Chantal Crozet and Louise Maurer 7. Are Germans rude or just doing things differently? Understanding and teaching language and culture /? Winfried Thielmann 8. Face value: teaching Italian verbal and social-cultural interaction /? Piera Carroli, Adriana Pavone, Vincenza Tudini 9. The teaching of culture in Japanese /? Miyuki Toyoda and Shunichi Ishihara.diagrams, word listsculture theory, australian english, esl, language and culture, english as a second language -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Memorandum, "Physical Culture Display by State School Children at Melbourne C. Ground - Monday 22 October, 1934", 16/10/1934 12:00:00 AM
Memorandum - three typed sheets (8"x10.5") - titled "Physical Culture Display by State School Children at Melbourne C. Ground - Monday 22 October, 1934" from DJ Davidson, District Traffic Superintendent S.S. to Mr Davis, Hawthorn, Mr Bradley, Glenhuntly and Mr Jones, Malvern. Memo dated 16 October and specifies trams required for event at MCG. Also paper pinned to front with inscription: "Physical Culture Display MCG, Mon 22nd Oct 1934" written in red pencil (Mon 22nd crossed out) and "Tues 23rd" and "Run Tuesday 23rd" written in black pencil."Physical Culture Display MCG, Mon 22 Oct 1934" written in red pencil and "Tues 23rd" and "Run Tuesday 23rd" written in black pencil on attached note, "Copy to Senior Insp Whitelaw & Conkey" written in black pencil on Hawthorn memo, "Copy to Ghtly Insp" written in black pencil on Glenhuntly memo, "Copy to Senior Insp Brown" written in black pencil on Malvern memotrams, tramways, instructions, events -
Rutherglen Historical Society
Document - Enrollment form Cadet Corps, 1948
B.S. Jasper, Brighton Grammar School. Signed B.S. Jasper on 17/2/1948. Date application granted 2/11/1948. Signed H. Webber, Capt.Printed document, Senior Cadet enrolment form. Black printing on white paper, writing in blue ink."Senior Cadet Corp / Enrolment Form / A.A.F. A.42 / Revised April 1943"australian military forces, amf, cadets, brian jasper, brighton grammar school -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Nick Vine Hall, Tracing your family history in Australia: a guide to sources. 2nd ed, 1994_
A guide to family history/genealogy sources in Australia. 657p.genealogy resources -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Book, Una Smith, Australias first century, 1976
... Australias first century ...A facsimile of volumes 1 and 2 of the picturesque atlas of Australia 1888 including short account of Australia as a penal settlement and establishment of separate states Victoriasettlement, exploration, australia -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Booklet, Country Women’s Association, Warrnambool Branch, History of Warrnambool Branch CWA, 2016
The Country Women’s Association of Australia advances the rights and equity of women, families and communities in Australia through advocacy and empowerment, especially for those living in regional, rural and remote Australia. The Country Women’s Association of Victoria was founded in 1928 and the Warrnambool Branch was founded in 1931. The branch has given assistance through the years to the Red Cross, Baby Health Centres, the Warrnambool Hospital, bush fire relief, mental health and aged care and it has regular displays of country arts and crafts. In 1961 the C.W.A. Centre and Rest Rooms were opened in Kepler Street, Warrnambool. In 2016 the group celebrated the 85th anniversary of its founding.This booklet is of interest to researchers and others wanting a brief outline of the history of the Warrnambool Branch of the Country Women’s Association. This is a small booklet of 12 pages. The front cover is white with black printing and it has a yellow back cover. The booklet has black plastic spiral binding. The pages contain printed information, photocopies of newspaper articles, a knitting pattern and other photocopied material. The booklet has been produced in-house by the Warrnambool Country Women’s Association.‘Looking Back at 85 Years, the History of the Warrnambool Branch of the Country Women’s Association of Victoria Inc. 1931 until 2016 and Still Going Strong.’country women’s association, history of warrnambool -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Scrap Book, Scrap book containing clippings from local and Melbourne newspapers relating to various Ringwood topics circa 1917 to 1961, 1917 - 1961
... newspapers relating to various Ringwood topics circa 1917 to 1961. ...Given to the Ringwood Historical Group by a collector of local history, but origins unknown. Many local names and events.Scrap book. Hard red cover with gold lettering, and half filled with cuttings from newspapers. Several loose cuttings. Cuttings are pasted on to cream coloured pages.Invicta Scrap Book -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Badge, Adhesive Stickers depicting Australias services
... Adhesive Stickers depicting Australias services. ...Australian Army, Navy x 2 and R.A.A.F.Serving the Nation -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, Victorian Indigenous Youth Advisory Council of Victoria et al, VIYAC voices telling it like it is : young Aboriginal Victorians on culture, identity and racism : with a summary report by the Youth Affairs Council of Victoria : painting a picture with stats and facts, 2006
Report from VIYAC by young Indigenous Victorians telling of Culture, Identity and Racism.b&w illustrationsmonero, gubbi gubbi, gunditjmara, yorta yorta, murri, koorie, youth, aboriginal australians, attitudes, culture, identity, racism, public opinion, victoria -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Girgarre Living History, Girgarre. Girgarre Living History, 2016
Girgarre - an extraordinary history, closer settlement, soldier settlement and family stories.Tells of the history of Girgarre, with information obtained from a collection of stories and extensive research into the Closer and Soldier Settlement of the districtRectangular shaped book ,aerial photo of the township and environs of Girgarre, on Market Day, September 2013. Photo extends over front & back covers, highly colourful cover. 251 pages. B/W photos and maps of local families and local scenes.girgarre, family histories, soldier settlement -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Girgarre Living History, Girgarre. Girgarre Living History, 2016
Girgarre - an extraordinary history, closer settlement, soldier settlement and family stories.Tells of the history of Girgarre, with information obtained from a collection of stories and extensive research into the Closer and Soldier Settlement of the districtRectangular shaped book ,aerial photo of the township and environs of Girgarre,on Market Day, September 2013. Photo extends over front & back covers, highly colourful cover. 251 pages ,B/W photos and maps of local families and local scenes.girgarre, family histories -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Letter, Physical Culture Demonstrations, 14/11/1934 12:00:00 AM
Letter from GE Newton, Secretary, Incorporated Institute of Physical Culture Teachers, to Secretary MMTB, advising of event to be held at MCG on 24 November 1934."Mr Davidson, for your information..." written in black ink at bottom of page. Blue stamped signaturetrams, tramways, letter, instructions, events -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Book, Toghill, Jeff, The Gippsland Lakes, Australias Sparkling Chain of Lakes, 1980
... The Gippsland Lakes, Australias Sparkling Chain of Lakes ...A booklet with tourist information on the Gippsland Lakes, Victoria, and environs. Illustrated with colour photographs. Also contains a short history of the Lakes entrance.tourism, township, waterways -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Book, Australian Aboriginal Culture, 1974
A revised edition of the brochure which accompanied the touring exhibition of Australian Aboriginal Culture promoted by UNESCO and funded by the Austalian government early 1950's. Briefly describes origins, dwellings, tribal lands, dress, hunting, toos anaboriginals -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Memorandum, Physical Culture Display by State School Children at Melbourne C. Ground - Tuesday 16 October, 1934, 13/10/1934 12:00:00 AM
Memorandum - four typed sheets (8"x10.5") - titled "Physical Culture Display by State School Children at Melbourne C. Ground - Tuesday 16 October, 1934" from DJ Davidson, District Traffic Superintendent S.S. to Mr Davis, Hawthorn, Mr Bradley, Glenhuntly and Mr Jones, Malvern. Memo dated 13 October and specifies trams required for event at MCG. Also paper pinned to front with inscription: "Physical Culture Display MCG, Tuesday 16/10/34" written in red pencil and "Repeat for Fri 19th Oct? Hanna" written in black pencil."Physical Culture Display MCG, Friday 19/10/34" written in red pencil and "Repeat for Mon 22/10/34" written in black pencil on attached note, "Copy to Haw & Hanna Insps" written in black pencil on Hawthorn memo. "Cancelled on ??" written in red pencil., "Copy to Senior Insp Riddell" written in black pencil on 2nd Hawthorn memo., "Copy to Insp Rhodes" written in black pencil on Glenhuntly memo, "Copy to Senior Insp Downie" written in black pencil on Malvern memotrams, tramways, instructions, events -
Kilmore Historical Society
Photograph, 11 Sydney Street
15cm x 10cm colour photograph of the Hey Dey Arcade on 11 Sydney Street. There are cars parked at the side of the building which was cream coloured and has burgundy trip. Forrest green hand rails are around the deck. storefronts, cafes -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Mixed media - CD Rom, Valda Arrowsmith, Recording - Interview Doris Evans, nee Morgan - 11 September, 1997 - Oral History - her life in Mitcham 1926 to 1950, 11/09/1997
Doris Evans lived in Mitcham from 1926 to 1950. This record incorporates many aspects of family life in those years and mentions many local families and business people.Interviewee provides a personal account of Mitcham from the 1920's including the development of essential services and the residential and commercial areas.Audio Cassette and CD - Recording of interview with Doris Evans conducted by Valda Arrowsmith on 11th September, 1997, on her early life in Mitcham and surrounding areas. Transcribed: See ND5466 See Photos on NP1824 to NP1834 and History in ND 150 & ND152.cassella street mitcham, doris evans, valda arrowsmith