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Victoria Police Museum
Photograph (police car), Kodak
Copy of newspaper clipping of new Daimler patrol car with unidentified driver and two passengers, registration number 114 427, circa 1931. This was the last 35HP 6 cylinder version purchased. Photo shows spot light, aerial tubing on roof, Police sign, and sideways facing front spot lightspolice vehicles; transport; motor police branch; daimler car; wireless patrol -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Tool - spoon drill bits X 2
Two steel spoon drill bits with a tapered proximal end, and a beveled and distorted distal end. Surface rust and paint spots.NEUMANS GERMANYchurchill island, drill bit, spoon drill bit, tool -
Coal Creek Community Park & Museum
Glass Bottle
Purple ridge glass bottle. 4 ridges. Wide mouth. Flat spot for label - no label on bottle. Roughly oval in shape. -
Clunes Museum
Photograph
A PHOTOGRAPH OF THE MONUMENT INDICATING THE SPOT NEAR WHERE GOLD WAS FIRST DISCOVERED IN CLUNES ON THE FIRST JULY 1851 BY JAMES WILLIAM ESMOND.ERECTED BY THE "CLUNES IN MELBOURNE" CLUB.local history, photography, photographs, mining, gold -
Clunes Museum
Photograph, 1971
BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH OF ORIGINAL MONUMENT DEPICTING THE EXACT SPOT THE FIRST PAYABLE GOLD WAS DISCOVERED IN CLUNES 1851 BY DONALD CAMERONlocal history, photography, photographs, mining -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Article, Recalling longtime juicy spot, 23/02/2000
Recalling longtime juicy spot. Article by Kate Uebergang on Ronald Pearce's fruit orchard on the site of North Blackburn Shopping Centre.pearce, ronald harry, orchards, north blackburn square shopping centre -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - JAMES LERK COLLECTION: TWO PART COLOURED POSTER ADVERTIDSING BENDIGO
BHS CollectionTwo part poster advertising Bendigo tourist spots and travel Coloured (brown, red & yellow) printed poster on gloss paperG&L Gerdsen screen printing , Bendigo -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photographs, 1979-80 MMBW pipe line project at Hubbard Reserve, North Ringwood � Drill rig
Part of a 43-photo record of the MMBW�s engineering feat in drilling a 12 inch pipe line up to 40 feet deep through rock hardened by volcanic action associated with geological fault that occurs along the line. The work took place from October 1979 to May 1980 on the southern boundary of Hubbard Reserve, North Ringwood. The collection was presented to the Ringwood Historical Research Group by J Clarke on 9th June 1980.E561 N17 3 March 1980 A43 Powder-monkey marks out the spots for holes -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Common Starling, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The Common Starling is an introduced species to Australia (as well as widely throughout the world), and is considered a pest due to its attacks on fruits and seedlings, as well as competing with the native bird population. It was introduced to Victoria in 1861, and has since become abundant, whose sheer numbers cause many problems. These birds are a social species, which can mass in very large flocks (murmations), and show spectacular synchronised aerobatic displays. This species has a distinctive plumage, with glossy black bodies, white spots on their backs and wings, and a purple and green tinge to their underparts and wings. This species, when moving across the ground, has a distinctive 'walk' or 'run' rather than the traditional hopping of many other bird species. This bird is a noisy species, often becoming a nuisance to people. Starlings prefer to nest in holes in trees or buildings, yet there are at least two recorded cases of this species nesting on the backs of living sheep. This specimen is a good and intact example of this species. As the white spots are large and visible, as well as the purple and green shine, this specimen likely died close to Autumn and the breeding season, when these birds get their new bright plumage. This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century. This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.This adult Common Starling has glossy-black plumage with a metallic sheen, and white speckles throughout. The plumage has a purple and green shine. The irises are white. Its beak is black and pointed. This specimen appears to be male, with less white spots on its underparts. This specimen stands upon a wooden platform and has an identification tag tied around its leg, and a metal tag tied around its foot.Swing-tag: 139a. / Starling / Catalogue Page, 59 / Metal-tag: 1250 (?)taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, sheep, common starling, starling, murmations, pest, australian bird -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing - Clothing, hand sewn apron, c1900
This lady’s cotton 1/2 apron completely handsewn is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C A lady's cotton hand sewn half apron with 1 pocket and long ties. The cotton material has an alternating pattern of crosses and spotsunsigned Note attached " Every stitch by hand"clothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork, bentleigh -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Textile - EMDROIDERY SAMPLE
Small embroided textile. On the front two flowers and several leaves. A couple of rust spots. On the back '' Passed Japanese Government Inspection House'' -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: SPOT OF HISTORY
Bendigo Advertiser "The way we were" from Saturday, March 5, 2005. Spot of history: the North Bendigo Tennis Club of 1939.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were -
Clunes Museum
Domestic object - INK BOTTLE , NIB HOLDER
.1 CLEAR ROUND GLASS INK BOTTLE NO STOPPER INSIDE IS DRIED BLACK INK SPOTS .2 RED NIB HOLDER, NO NIBON BOTTOM A WHITE STICKER WITH HANDWRITTEN: MR FAIRBAIRN CRESWICKink bottle, mr fairbairn, nib holder -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Minature Model Aircraft
Spitfire. One of a collection of 25 model aircraft made by Brian Anthony DOWD The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during, and after World War II.Small khaki plane with red spot within a blue circle on wings and yellow blue and white circles around red dot on sidesKLB P9398 Image of Kiwi bird near cockpit. model airplanes, spitfire. -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Book, LERHS, Colquhoun Forest Drive, 2010c
Display folder containing newspaper clippings and copies of letters about the formation of the V A A C adn the spotting tower at Lakes Entrance Victoriaworld war 1939 - 1945 -
Clunes Museum
Photograph, Apr-71
BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH OF ORIGINAL MONUMENT DEPICTING THE EXACT SPOT WHERE THE FIRST PAYABLE GOLD WAS DISCOVERED IN CLUNES 1851 BY DONALD CAMERON.local history, photography, photographs, events and celebrations, mining -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Mitcham Station, 2018
Mitcham train station has earned a top spot among the best train stations in Victoria,Mitcham train station has earned a top spot among the best train stations in Victoria, according to a 2017 RACV and Leader survey.Mitcham train station has earned a top spot among the best train stations in Victoria, mitcham railway station, rating -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Book, Phyllis Hartnoll, A Concise History of the Theatre, 1971
SoftcoverContains tear out of "On the Spot" newspaper column by John Sorell quoting 'Australia' poem by Prof Hopewalsh st library -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Book, Kenneth Clark, Civilisation, 1969
Hardcover w/ Dust JacketContains tear out of "On the Spot" newspaper column by John Sorell quoting 'Australia' poem by Prof Hopewestern history, history, arts, walsh st library -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Salt and Pepper Shakers - Portland, Victoria, n.d
Souvenir salt and pepper shakers, mushroom shaped. Wooden, painted. Salt shaker - white stalk with green grass at base, black 'S', top blue with white spots 'Portland' written in gold paint. Pepper shaker - white stalk, green grass at base, black 'P', top red with white spots. 'Portland' written in gold paint.Back: Base of pepper shaker - black stamp 'Japan' -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Salt and Pepper Shakers - Portland, Victoria, n.d
Souvenir salt and pepper shakers, mushroom shaped, wooden, painted. Salt shaker - white stalk, with green grass at base, black 'S', top blue with white spots, 'Portland' written in gold paint. Pepper shaker - white stalk, with green grass at base, black 'P', top red with white spots, 'Portland' written in gold paint.Back: Base of pepper shaker has a black stamp 'Japan' -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Booklet, Phillip Island Fairyland - Koalas and enchantment by E.M. Webb, November 1938
In the 1930s and 1940s the Victorian Railways was facing serious competition with not only the increasing popularity of the car but also many bus coach services that in many cases served the same tourist destinations that could be reached by rail. To counter the impact on its passenger business, the Victorian Railways extensively advertised on posters and printed brochures. [State Libray of Victoria Blog Jan 2023]]HistoricalSmall, cream coloured brochure with a round photo of a koala on front cover. Other pages contain information on tourist spots, concentrating on the abundance of koalas.Koalas and enchantment. Phillip Island Fairyland for fascinating holidays. Victorian Railways Print November 1938tourism, tourist brochure, koalas, railways -
Halls Gap & Grampians Historical Society
Photograph - B/W
Photo is of Victoria Valley with the Victoria Range in the background. Photo is typical of promotional photographs taken by Forests Commission at that time.a thick bush covered valley in foreground (shadowed). Mountain range in background. Photographed from a high spot looking down and across the valley. c1960sscenery, grampians ranges -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Moulding plane
Angled blade. Elm? Steel blade. Shaped top of wedge. Circle may be what's left of trade mark. Part of a set. Paint spots. plane, moulding plane, hand tools, carpenter's tools -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Accessory - QC BINKS COLLECTION: METAL BUCKLE
Item is a buckle in a triangular shape. A pattern of engraved decorative flowers and spots is across the piece. A loop is at one end and another on the reverse. Item is rusted.bendigo, gold mining, qc binks, qc binks -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - FAVALORO COLLECTION: WOMAN'S PINK SLEEVELESS BED JACKET, 1950's
Clothing. Pink silk sleeveless woman's bed jacket. Arm holes trimmed with 2.5 cm coffee coloured lace with bright pink spot. Front opening with V neckline front and back. Front opening and neckline edged with pink spot 10 cm scalloped coffee coloured lace with pink spot. At the back the lace trim dips to a V at centre back.Front fastened at front with a bow of 2.5 cm pink patterned ribbon below neckline. Below the shoulder on each side of the front are sprays of embroidered flowers and ribbon bows in mauve, green and cream.costume, female, woman's pink silk bed jacket -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Hammer, Late 19th century
This hammer, along with several other tools, is believed to have belonged to the Warrnambool carpenter and businessman, Henry Phillips. English-born Henry Phillips (1821-1896) came to Australia with his wife Elizabeth in 1849. They lived for some time in Port Fairy. In 1865 Henry formed a partnership with Christopher Beattie and established the Warrnambool undertaking business of Beattie and Phillips. This business continued on after the death of the founders and lasted until the year 2000. In Warrnambool Henry Phillips was involved in the management of the Mechanics Institute. This item is retained as an example of a vintage tool and as a memento of the Warrnambool carpenter and businessman, Henry Phillips.This is a metal hammer with a wooden handle. The hammer has a rounded end. The handle has split slightly in some areas and has some cream paint spots. vintage tools, henry phillips, warrnambool -
Coal Creek Community Park & Museum
Tin, paint
Cylindrical metal container with push on lid, sides with green background, black, green and white text, patterned border of diamonds and spots around top and bottom.Goodcass Undercoat White Pure Paint. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Accessory - QC BINKS COLLECTION: METAL BANGLE
A bangle discovered by QC Binks whilst he was out detecting for gold. Silver coloured circlet with a heart shaped fastener. Some tarnish spots evident.bendigo, gold mining, qc binks, qc binks -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Slide - DAVID MCDONALD COLLECTION: EPPALOCK. CONSTRUCTION, c1963
Eppalock. Construction. Lake Eppalock appears to already have become a popular spot for camping and fishing. Markings: Eppalock Dam near Lyal, March 1963.Kodakcivil engineering, water supply, eppalock