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National Wool Museum
Tool - Grinder, 1960-69
Cooper S.E. Ball Bearing Grinder made and guaranteed by Sunbeam Corporation Limited. Grinders like this example have been made the same since the early 1900s, with this grinder thought to have been produced in the 1960s. It is belt driven, with the other end of the belt being attached to an engine; the same engine that would have powered the overhead shearing equipment in shearing sheds. It was common for shearing teams to bring their own equipment, especially pre-1960 as most shearing sheds were not connected to power, and shearers preferred to work with their own equipment. The engines that powered the shears and grinder were typically fuelled with kerosene or petrol. The large circular disks are attached to the bolt that protrudes from the grinder and fastened tightly with a nut. An example of seeing a similar grinder in action can be found on the following link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7eimI_Gm9o. Inventor Frederick Wolseley made the world's first commercially successful power-shearing system in Australia in 1888. US company Cooper, which had been founded in 1843 as a maker of sheep dip, began selling Wolseley equipment in the USA in 1895. The Chicago Flexible Shaft Company successfully entered the power-shearing market a few years later and entered a joint venture with Cooper. It set up a branch in Sydney and sold shearing sets, and engines to power them, into the Australian market. In 1921 the US parent company, realising it needed to make products whose sales were not as seasonal as those of shearing equipment, made its first household appliances and branded them Sunbeam. In 1933, changes in exchange rates and taxes led the company to manufacture engines and shearing equipment in Australia via subsidiary Cooper Engineering, which changed its name to Sunbeam in 1946. Although most Australians know of this company as a major manufacturer of household appliances, its rural division flourished and retained the Sunbeam name for shearing equipment even after it was taken over by New Zealand company Tru-Test in 2001. The grinder is formed from a central arch shaped block of green painted metal. Much of this paint has been lost to age, leaving the grinder in a ‘farm used’ condition with much surface oxidation present. On the front of the arch is a specification plate, reading “Cooper S.E. ball bearing grinder. Made and guaranteed by Sunbeam”. At the foot of the arch, three bolt holes are found for securing the grinder to the base of a solid wooden surface. Two of the bolt holes are found on the front of the grinder, with another found on the rear. From the central arch, a bolt protrudes to the right of the grinder. This large bolt is for securing a grinding plate to the grinder. Above the central arch is a pendulum which holds the comb / cutter that is being sharpened. From the pendulum, a large arm extends down (not pictured) to meet and strike the plate spinning at a rapid speed. On the left-hand side of the central arch of the grinder, a wheel is found which a belt is attached to for power. This belt is then attached to a separate engine, spinning the wheel and hence powering the grinder. The wheel is partially covered with a section of protective bent tube, designed to provide protection from the rapidly spinning wheel. Below this wheel is the belt shifter. It is designed to move the protective bent tube from one side of the grinder to the other, to accommodate the grinder in the setup of different shearing sheds. The two separate grinding plates are identical. They have a slight slope for sharpening the comb and cutters in the correct method, with a slight bias towards the base, or “tooth”, of the equipment. The disks have a large central bolt for attaching to the grinder. They have tags on the horizontal axis of the grinding plates, for securing the plates in transportation, and to help with initial alignment when setting up the grinder. The reverse of these grinding plates has the same green painted metal finish found on the grinder. This paint is also in a ‘farm used’ condition, with surface oxidation present. The grinder would be provided from the factory with a comb holder, shifter for securing the grinding plates, emery cloth and emery glue. The emery cloth is what does the actual grinding and is applied to the grinding disks, replacing once well worn. These items can be seen in the final images in the multimedia section, showcasing advertising for this grinder. Plate. Inscribed. “Cooper / S.E. BALL BEARING GRINDER / MADE AND GUARANTEED BY / Sunbeam / CORPORATION LIMITED / SYDNEY MELBOURNE / ADELAIDE BRISBANE ”sheep shearing, shearing equipment, sunbeam, grinder -
National Wool Museum
Book, The Stabilisation or the Equalisation or the Insurance of Wool Values
"The Stabilisation or the Equalisation or the Insurance of Wool Values" - Sir John Higgins, 1931. Paper read at the Empire Wool Conference, The Wool Exchange, Melbourne, Mon. 22 June, 1931.wool sales wool brokering wool marketing, australian woolgrowers' council british australian wool realisation association limited goldsbrough, mort and company limited winchcombe, carson limited c. of a. - central wool committee, higgins, sir john, wool sales, wool brokering, wool marketing -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Book, Central Business Dreaming, 2008
In recognition of Indigenous culture, we (The City of Melbourne) have initiated and supported the only dedicated local government indigenous arts funding program in Victoria.3-138 P.; ports.; index; facs.In recognition of Indigenous culture, we (The City of Melbourne) have initiated and supported the only dedicated local government indigenous arts funding program in Victoria.melbourne (vic). indigenous arts program. | art, aboriginal australian -- victoria -- melbourne. | art, aboriginal australian. | -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Document - Printed Sheets, Submission to the Senate Inquiry into the Stolen Generation, 2000
PIAC's submission proposers the establishment of a Stolen Generations Reparations Tribunal as an essential response to the history and effects of forcible removal. It examines issues central to the nature and structure of the proposed Tribunal, including who should be entitled to reparations, the basis of liability, forms of reparations and procedures of the Tribunal.35 P.; bib.; footnotes; 30 cm.PIAC's submission proposers the establishment of a Stolen Generations Reparations Tribunal as an essential response to the history and effects of forcible removal. It examines issues central to the nature and structure of the proposed Tribunal, including who should be entitled to reparations, the basis of liability, forms of reparations and procedures of the Tribunal.stolen generations, australia-reparations tribunal., reparations tribunal, australia-stolen generation-senate inquiry - submission -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Book, Aboriginal Art Galleries of Western New South Wales : part 3, 1943
Art in various forms was a general practice of the Aboriginals all over Australia. This is shown in many ways, such as the carved trees (dendroglyphs) of central New South Wales ... The most general form was the rock paintings and engravings (petroglyphs) found in many parts of the continent. In this book it is proposed to deal with rock paintings and petroglyphs of Western New South Wales.76 p. : ill., 2 maps; references; 22 cm.Art in various forms was a general practice of the Aboriginals all over Australia. This is shown in many ways, such as the carved trees (dendroglyphs) of central New South Wales ... The most general form was the rock paintings and engravings (petroglyphs) found in many parts of the continent. In this book it is proposed to deal with rock paintings and petroglyphs of Western New South Wales.aboriginal art -- visual arts - general -- rock engraving -- rock painting. -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Book, Past wrongs, future rights : anti-discrimination, Native Title and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander policy, 1975-1997, 1997
The central thesis of this book is that the major failing of native title, as communal, inalienable and partial title, is that is does not represent a sound instrument for significantly improving the conditions and prospects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. The costs involved to the Australian community are not balanced by commensurate benefits to indigenous Australians.i-iv; 167 P.; index; bib.; footnotes; 21 cm.The central thesis of this book is that the major failing of native title, as communal, inalienable and partial title, is that is does not represent a sound instrument for significantly improving the conditions and prospects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. The costs involved to the Australian community are not balanced by commensurate benefits to indigenous Australians.land tenure -- law and legislation -- australia. | aboriginal australians -- land tenure. | torres strait islanders -- land tenure. | aboriginal australians -- social conditions. | aboriginal australians -- economic conditions. | torres strait islanders -- social conditions. | torres strait islanders -- economic conditions. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Decorative object - School Trophy, 1967
See Ref. 4362Wooden Shield with seven silver shields surrounding a central plaque depicting sporting achievements. The silver shields were awarded from 1967 - 1973. The trophy was donated by Ringwood Timber and Trading Co. shown on a silver plate on the bottom of the shield. The shield was awarded by Mitcham and District State Schools Sports Association as shown on a silver nameplate on the top of the wooden shield.Mitcham and District State Schools Sports Associationtrophies & awards, sports -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Textile - Cushion Front, circa 1970's
From the collection of Bette JonesHardangar worked in 1970's colours of two shades of mustard and two shades of brown on beige cloth. Possibly cushion front, central cross within a diamond shape within a square.manchester, furnishings, handcrafts, needlework -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Printing block
In note from Lorraine 'G 'who donated items, McGhee's cows grazed in a paddock which is now the site of Nunawading McDonald's. Mrs Nell McGhee had business acumen in the dairy business.Printer's block for account stamp for Central Dairy, 179 Springvale Road, Nunawading for one week's supply of delivered milk and cream. Proprietor, F T McGhee. Also printed account and donor explanatory note.trades, printing, food technology, dairying -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, City of Nunawading annual elections, 1981, 1987
... Mitcham melbourne West Central Ward; 1987, 1981. West Ward 1987 ...Pamphlets for annual elections:Pamphlets for annual elections: West Central Ward; 1987, 1981. West Ward 1987. Includes statements by candidates.Pamphlets for annual elections:local government elections, city of nunawading, fensham, dorothy christine, satchwell, noel, sharp, donald m, abbott, kevin, dempsey, peter lawrence, smith, john allan, wood, colin francis, councillors -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, City of Nunawading ordinary elections, 1955
How to vote and profile of East Central Ward candidate, William Crouch, for Saturday 27 August 1955, sponsored by Mitcham District Chamber of Commerce.How to vote and profile of East Central Ward candidate, William Crouch, for Saturday 27 August 1955, sponsored by Mitcham District Chamber of Commerce.How to vote and profile of East Central Ward candidate, William Crouch, for Saturday 27 August 1955, sponsored by Mitcham District Chamber of Commerce.couch, william, local government elections, city of nunawading, mitcham district chamber of commerce -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Nunawading City Council elections, 1957
How to vote and profile of Keith Abernathy - West central Ward, 24 August 1957.How to vote and profile of Keith Abernathy - West central Ward, 24 August 1957.How to vote and profile of Keith Abernathy - West central Ward, 24 August 1957.abernathy, keith, local government elections, city of nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, City of Nunawading municipal election, 1957
How to voteHow to vote - profile of S.E. Kleinert, West Central Ward candidate on Saturday 24 August 1957.How to vote local government elections, kleinert, s.e., city of nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Mayor wants candidate for council, 1972
Mayor of Nunawading, David GawlerMayor of Nunawading, David Gawler, wants a citizen to nominate for the West-Central by-election for Nunawading Council.Mayor of Nunawading, David Gawlerlocal government, gawler, david, city of nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, City of Nunawading
How to vote and profile of M.D. Weston, East Central Ward candidate Sat 27 August, ????How to vote and profile of M.D. Weston, East Central Ward candidate Sat 27 August, ????How to vote and profile of M.D. Weston, East Central Ward candidate Sat 27 August, ????local government elections, weston, m.d., city of nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Mullauna Unveils Campus Plans, 21/09/1994 12:00:00 AM
Nunawading Post article on the 'unveiling' of plans to merge Mullauna Secondary CollegesNunawading Post article on the 'unveiling' of plans to merge Mullauna Secondary Colleges, Nunawading, Donvale & Mitcham campuses to a central Mitcham campus.Nunawading Post article on the 'unveiling' of plans to merge Mullauna Secondary Collegesmullauna secondary college, mitcham -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Articles, Central Road, Nunawading, 1953
Collection of Age and Reporter articles re native gums and wattlesCollection of Age and Reporter articles re native gums and wattles which were felled in Central Road, Nunawading for road widening which led to protests from angry residents.Collection of Age and Reporter articles re native gums and wattlescentral road., nunawading, roads and streets, native plants, moore, herbert, field, jean, uhl, wylie, alan -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, West Central ward, 1972
... Mitcham melbourne West Central Ward, Candidate Savaas Athan ...Nunawading City Council elections, 15 April 1972.Nunawading City Council elections, 15 April 1972. West Central Ward, Candidate Savaas Athan brochure.Nunawading City Council elections, 15 April 1972. athan, savvas, athan, lyn, local government elections -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, D.B.D. Wilson's Estate, 12/03/1926
A letter from the Trustees Executors and Agency Co Ltd to T.R.B. Morton & Son asking for valuation for probate of property of D.B.D. Wilson at Central Road, Tunstall in 1926. Response from Gair & Brahe, Solicitors, giving valuation of property and buildings.land values, wilson, david duncan butchart, central road, nunawading, tunstall, doughty, j. s., gair & brahe trustees executors and agency co. ltd. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Blackburn and Mitcham Shire election, 1944
Circular for East Central Riding, Blackburn and Mitcham Shire election, 26 Aug 1944Circular for East Central Riding, Blackburn and Mitcham Shire election, 26 Aug 1944Circular for East Central Riding, Blackburn and Mitcham Shire election, 26 Aug 1944local government, shire of blackburn and mitcham, downie, w.a. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Blackburn and Mitcham Shire election, 1944
Election circular for Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham, East Central Riding, 26 Aug 1944.Election circular for Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham, East Central Riding, 26 Aug 1944. Deals with the proposal to raise the Shire to City status.Election circular for Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham, East Central Riding, 26 Aug 1944. local government, downie, w.a., shire of blackburn and mitcham -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Map, Blackburn Lake, c1968
Enlarged aerial photograph of Blackburn Lake area.Enlarged aerial photograph of Blackburn Lake area.Enlarged aerial photograph of Blackburn Lake area.blackburn lake sanctuary, adult deaf & dumb home, lake road, blackburn, central road, blackburn, aerial photographs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Map, Parish of Nunawading, 1939
Plan of subdivision part of crown portions 81, 82 and 89,Plan of subdivision part of crown portions 81, 82 and 89, Parish of Nunawading, County of Bourke, Blackburn Wellington Avenue amended from Stanley RoadPlan of subdivision part of crown portions 81, 82 and 89, street names, parish of nunawading, blackburn road, blackburn, wellington avenue, blackburn, wolseley crescent, blackburn, gordon crescent, blackburn, clarke street, blackburn, central road, blackburn -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Belmont Orchard Estate, 1924
Brochure for auction of Belmont Orchard Estate, BlackburnBrochure for auction of Belmont Orchard Estate, Blackburn, (now Nunawading) 66 sites, 2 February 1924. Agents: Coghill & Haughton, Frank Fisher.Brochure for auction of Belmont Orchard Estate, Blackburnauctions, belmont orchard estate, patterson street, nunawading, central road, joyce street, lilian street, west avenue -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Article, Box Hill Central, 18/06/1997
Article concerning re-development of Box Hill Central Shopping Centreshopping centres, box hill central -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Municipal rate correspondence, 1933
Municipal correspondence re rates for shops and Lots 1 & 2 Railway Road, Blackburn and correspondence re rates on Lot 23 Central Road, BlackburnMunicipal correspondence re rates for shops and Lots 1 & 2 Railway Road, Blackburn and correspondence re rates on Lot 23 Central Road, BlackburnMunicipal correspondence re rates for shops and Lots 1 & 2 Railway Road, Blackburn and correspondence re rates on Lot 23 Central Road, Blackburnrates, davey, blanche edith, cummins, e (mrs), central road, blackburn, railway road, blackburn -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - Jumper City of Nunawading Parks and Recreation
Jumper size 18 Grey/Pale Olive Green colour -Emblem on left breast -Square outlined in black, pale blue sky, 5 undulating stripes along bottom of square; purple yellow, green yellow orange : 6 gum leaves in upper right corner of square, yellow/ orange/Green/orange/yellow/yellow all with green central vein. Yellow stitched writing underneath emblem City of Nunawading parks ans Recreationcostume, male uniform, civilian -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - Shirt
Shirt. Pale olive green long sleeved two pockets on breast with buttoned flaps Emblem on left breast . Square outlined in Black; pale blue sky, 5 undulating stripes along bottom of square Purple, Yellow, green ,yellow, orange, 6 gum leaves upper right corner of square Yellow, orange.green, orange ,yellow, yellow, all with green central vein. Yellow stitched writing underneath City of Nunawading Parks and RecreationMakers label Cushen Clothing Cocostume, male uniform, civilian -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Clothing - Shirt - City of Nunawading
Polo Shirt: collar, short sleeves, 3 buttons from neck, cream/beige colour Emblem from left breast: square outlined in black; blue sky; five undulating stripes along bottom of square: purple/yellow/green/yellow/orange. Six 'gum' leaves upper right corner of square - yellow/orange/green/orange/yellow/yellow - all with green central vein. Black stitching under square: 'City of Nunawading Parks And Recreation'shirt, nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - A.I.E.F. 1916 Recruitment poster, 1916
Cardboard poster with recruiting photo of a crown with A F A flanked by two union flags. Flags with a map of Australia with soldiers in front.A.I.F.1916 Australia will be there underneath. R McGeehan-photographer The Central Studio Elm Grove Ripponlea MelbA.I.E.F. 1916 Australia will be therephotography, photographs / slides / film