This photograph was taken during the 1990 Jacana Primary School Christmas picnic, believed to be held at Greenvale Reservoir, a popular recreational area in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image features two adults—most likely members of the teaching staff—posing together in a relaxed and festive setting. This photograph, taken during the 1990 Jacana Primary School Christmas picnic believed to be held at Greenvale Reservoir, depicts two adults—most likely members of the teaching staff—posing for a casual portrait amidst the festive outdoor gathering. The image offers valuable insight into the social and professional culture of the school during this period. Jacana Primary School, established in 1959 in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, was a community-focused institution that emphasised both academic development and social cohesion. The annual Christmas picnic was a key event in the school calendar, providing an opportunity for students, staff, and families to celebrate the end of the school year in a relaxed, natural setting. The presence of staff members in the photograph highlights the important role teachers played not only as educators but also as community leaders and role models. Their participation in such events reflects the school’s commitment to fostering strong relationships between staff and students. Photograph on glossy paper of two adults in the park.PH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas party, 1990, jacana

This photograph from 1990 captures a joyful moment that reflects Jacana Primary School’s commitment to celebration, inclusion, and creating meaningful experiences for its students. As a visual record of a school event, it preserves a sense of togetherness and community spirit from a time when the school played a central role in local life. Though Jacana Primary no longer exists, the image stands as a valuable historical artifact, evoking fond memories and highlighting the enduring impact of school traditions on generations of students and families.This photograph of children at Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic holds important historical and cultural significance. Taken during a time when the school was a vibrant educational and community hub in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, it reflects the school’s ethos of inclusivity, celebration, and strong community engagement.A glossy colour photograph of children with adults.PH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, jacana, education

This 1990 photograph captures a joyful scene of children playing in the park during their end-of-year Christmas party, reflecting Jacana Primary School’s dedication to celebration, inclusion, and creating lasting memories for its students. As a visual record of a cherished school event, it preserves the warmth of community spirit and togetherness from a time when the school was a vibrant hub of local life. Although Jacana Primary has since closed, the image remains a poignant historical artifact—evoking fond memories and underscoring the enduring influence of school traditions on generations of students and families.This photograph, taken in 1990, holds historical and cultural significance as a visual record of Jacana Primary School’s end-of-year Christmas celebration. It captures a moment of joy and community among students, reflecting the school’s commitment to fostering inclusion, celebration, and meaningful experiences. The image embodies the spirit of togetherness that defined Jacana Primary’s role as a central institution in the local community. Although the school no longer exists, the photograph serves as a valuable artifact that preserves the legacy of its traditions and the lasting impact they had on generations of students and families. It stands as a testament to the importance of school life in shaping collective memory and community identity.A glossy colour photograph portrait formatPH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, jacana, education

This photograph captures a festive moment from Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, believed to have been held at Greenvale Reservoir in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image reflects a cherished tradition in Australian school communities, where end-of-year celebrations marked the close of the academic calendar and the beginning of the summer holidays. Greenvale Reservoir, known for its expansive parklands and family-friendly amenities, was a popular choice for such gatherings. The presence of Santa Claus and children seated on the grass highlights the joyful and informal nature of the event, emphasising the importance of community, celebration, and childhood experiences in suburban Melbourne during the early 1990s. This scene offers a nostalgic glimpse into the social fabric of the time, illustrating how schools fostered a sense of belonging and festive spirit through outdoor events that brought together students, staff, and families.This photograph holds cultural and social significance as a visual record of Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, an event believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir—a well-known recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. It represents community-based celebrations typical of suburban Australian life in the late 20th century. The image captures the spirit of school-end festivities that brought together students, families, and educators in a relaxed, outdoor setting. The presence of Santa Claus and festive decorations reflects the traditions and values of the time, highlighting the role of public education in fostering community cohesion and shared cultural experiences. As a historical document, the photograph offers insight into the social fabric of the era, the use of public spaces for communal gatherings, and the enduring importance of childhood celebration in Australian life.Colour photograph on glossy paper of children in a park.PH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana, jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, santa claus

This photograph captures a joyful moment from Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image shows a person dressed as Santa Claus distributing gifts to a group of children seated on the grass in an outdoor setting, surrounded by trees and open space. Such events were a common tradition in Australian schools, marking the end of the school year and the beginning of the summer holidays. The relaxed, outdoor atmosphere and festive elements—such as Santa’s presence and the children’s engagement—reflect the community spirit and celebratory practices of the time. This photo offers a glimpse into the social and cultural life of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s, highlighting the importance of shared experiences, public spaces, and the joy of childhood during the holiday season.This photograph is of cultural and social significance as a visual record of Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. It captures a moment of festive generosity, with Santa Claus handing out gifts to children gathered in an outdoor setting, reflecting the communal spirit and celebratory traditions of Australian school life in the late 20th century. The image illustrates the role of public education in fostering inclusive, community-oriented experiences, where end-of-year events provided opportunities for joy, connection, and shared memory-making. The use of natural public spaces for such gatherings underscores the importance of accessible environments in supporting social cohesion and childhood wellbeing. As a historical document, the photograph offers insight into the values and practices of the time, highlighting the enduring significance of holiday celebrations in shaping the cultural identity of suburban Melbourne communities. Colour photograph on glossy paper in portrait format.PH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana, jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, father christmas

White cardboard mount, 35mm slide, from the Association of Railway Enthusiast's film strip titled "Provincial Tramway Film Strip" of Bendigo No. 6 and another single trucker at Charing Cross, during the Bendigo Easter Fair Parade. The film strip notes (Reg. Item 2560), provided the following caption details: "Easter Monday afternoon in Bendigo was the traditional time for the float parade. Single truckers ran as second sections to the regular bogie cars on the "EAGLEHAWK" line until the commencement of the parade - which had to finish before they could proceed to the depot. - Apr. '69 (Max Mitchell)" See image btm2582p.tif for high level scan of image. Stamped on base of slide "11791" and written in ink on top edge "No. 6 Charing Cross"tramways, trams, are, film strip, charing cross, bendigo, easter fair, tram 6

Red Cross. With Lidmiscellaneous, ww2

Miniature Victoria Crossmedals, general

White with blue cross.methodist order of knights

significant to the Pyrenees Shire and Lexton communityframed cross stitch

Red Cross pin badge, circular brass with dark blue outer ring with wording Australian Red Cross Society Victorian Division around a white centre with a red cross.organization, society, red cross

Cameron Stewart Baird, VC, MG was a soldier in the Australian Army who was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for Australia, the highest award in the Australian honours system. Cameron enlisted on 4/1/2000 and was posted to the 4th Battalion (Commando) RAR now known as the 2nd Commando Regiment. He was deployed on 7 operations including Operation TANAGER - Timor Leste in 2001 Operation BASTILLE and FALCONER - Iraq in 2003. Cameron resigned from the ADF in 2004 re enlisting in 2006 and again posted to 2nd Commando Regiment. In 2007 he was promoted to Lance Corporal and deployed on Operation SLIPPER - Afghanistan. He was awarded the Medal for Gallantry. In 2008 he was promoted to Corporal and deployed again on Operation SLIPPER in 2009 2011 and 2013. He was killed in action on 22 June 2013 and was posthumously awarded the VC for his actions in the Khod Valley Uruzgan province AfghanistanCorporal Baird is the 100th Australian to receive a VC since the award was first created by Queen Victoria in 1856. Brown timber frame and dark green mount containing photograph of soldier alongside poem with image of Victoria Cross medal in backgroundCAMS Cause - Commando for Lifecameron baird, victoria cross, medal for gallantry

Lt Frederick Baxter won the Military Cross in WW1 at the battle of Proyart in 1918 in France, refer Cat No.4219 for his service details. Joe Williams married Frederick Baxters Sister.A.3 paper with 2 photos and one news article attached on photocopy. 1. Photo of Lt. Frederick Baxter MC & Bar in uniform wearing his medal. 2. Photo of Joe Williams and Sarah Baxter Wedding. 3. News article stuck to paper itemising action where Frederick Baxter won the Military Cross.military cross, photograph, newspaper article, ww1, baxter mc

Epaulet or hat badge for The Kings Royal Rifle Corps. Donated with other medals belonging to John Garbutt. Connection unknown. John Garbutt was Principal of Ballarat College for thirty-three years - 1877-1909. He was educated at Geelong National Grammar School and in 1860 was the first dux of the college. Fist class Honourman Arts and Laws at Melbourne University 1866; Two years a master at Geelong College; seven years master and three years senior master at Scotch College, Melbourne. Silver maltese cross hat badge with crest of The Kings Royal Rifle Corp on circle at centre of crossFace: THE KINGS ROYAL RIFLE CORPS ballarat-college, principal-john-garbutt, badge, the-kings-royal-rifle-corps

Item is re Pte W. Williams No 1442 2nd Bn AIF. Refer Cat No 4342P for his service details also Cat No 1859P for medals and photo.Black and white photo on photographic paper of a cross on a grave in foreground, background shows a partial cross and bushes.On back of photograph hand written in black ink, “Walter, grave killed 29th/15”photographs, graves, ww1

Large metal saw with slightly curved sides and two wider cross pieces and a thin cross piece.trades, carpentry

Red Cross Banner used during WW2 by a special group of Red Cross known as "Links of Service"stawell, ww2, women

The item as used for school groups who visited the BMM Museum.Replica "Victoria Cross", Court mounted crimson ribbon. A clasp attached to the ribbon holds the "Cross" via a ring. Centre of the cross is a lion over a crown. A scroll under say "For Valour". awards, medals, for valour

This bookmark may have belonged to, and was possibly made by, Miss Mary Leviny, the eldest of the Leviny sisters, who was a founding member of the Castlemaine Red Cross. This bookmark was found in the book 'Half Mile Down' by William Blake (Reg. No. 1081).A rare, intact memento of Australia Day in the form of a gum leaf made into bookmark. It was possibly sold as a fundraiser for the newly formed Red Cross in Castlemaine to aid the war efforts abroad during World War One.Hand-paInted bookmark made from a gum (eucalyptus) leaf. P Gum leaf with stem. Inscribed in white "Australia Day/1915" and painted with a red cross. A length of narrow ribbon, red, white and blue has been inserted, folded through a slit near the base, used as a book mark.Inscribed in white "Australia Day/1915"leviny family, gum leaf, bookmark, red cross, australia day, 1915, buda, castlemaine, world war one

CITATION TO ACCOMPANY THE AWARD OF THE DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS (First Oak Leaf Cluster) Squadron leader Alan R Reed distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as and RD-4C Aircraft Commander in Southeast Asia on 24 August 1968. On that date, he flew his aircraft repeatedly through intense hostile ground fire to obtain complete photographic coverage of the target. In addition, he voluntarily remained in that hostile environment for as long as fuel would allow, to act as a spotter and to pass firing corrections to friendly artillery. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Squadron Leader Reed reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) Black and White photo in black and white frame of SQN LDR Alan Reed receiving a citation to accompany Distinguished Flying Cross 21 /08 /1968. with supporting info.photograph, alan reed, squadron leader alan reed, royal australian air force, raaf, 052363, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, united states air force, usaf, officer of the order of australia, air vice marshall allan reed, headquarters, australian force vietnam

Pilot Officer Wilkinson 400444 was seconded from the RAAF to the RAF flying missions over Germany. His gallantry earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross in March 1944 for numerous successful missions over Germany. He was Killed in Action on 30th of August 1944.Brown timber frame containing 5 metal medals, photograph of Airman, flying patch and plague on red felt backgroundBronze Plaque: Service Number 400444 P.,O. John W. Wilkinson DFC Awarded Distinguished Flying Cross March 1944 Killed in Action over Germany August 1944j h wilkinson, raaf, dfc

This photograph is part of the Caulfield Historical Album 1972. This album was created in approximately 1972 as part of a project by the Caulfield Historical Society to assist in identifying buildings worthy of preservation. The album is related to a Survey the Caulfield Historical Society developed in collaboration with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and Caulfield City Council to identify historic buildings within the City of Caulfield that warranted the protection of a National Trust Classification. Principal photographer thought to be Trevor Hart, member of Caulfield Historical Society. Most photographs were taken between 1966-1972 with a small number of photographs being older and from unknown sources. All photographs are black and white except where stated, with 386 photographs over 198 pages. From: Glen Eira Heritage Management Plan (1996) by Andrew Ward and Associates This Area is marked by the imposing brick and freestone gothic Revival church of the Holy Cross, built in 1937 to the design of O.H. Jorgensen. Church of the Holy Cross and Presbytery are contributory buildings to HO66.Page 65 of Photograph Album with one exterior photograph (landscape) of a brick church with a three storey tower.Hand written: Glenhuntly Rd [top left] / HOLY CROSS RC CHURCH / Dec 1972 [written underneath the photo] / 65 [bottom left] trevor hart, 1930's, gothic revival, brick, bell tower, spire, facade, catholic church, o h jorgensen, holy cross catholic church, caulfield, glenhuntly road, caulfield south, presbytery

This item is part of the collection of Ecclesiastical Linen once used by St. Andrews Anglican Church on the corner of the Esplanade and 14 Drummond St, Dennington, Victoria. The first Anglican service was conducted on December 22nd, 1907. The church was decommissioned in January 2003. This item is part of the Ecclesiastical Linen collection, which is significant for its examples of handworked embroidery and drawn-thread work from the early 20th century. The items are also examples of a collection used for religious services during this period. The Ecclesiastical Linen is also significant for its association with the early development of the local township of Dennington and the importance the the community of setting aside land in the 1850's for the purpose of religious worship. The Ecclesiastical Linen is also significant for its connection to St Andrews Anglican Church, Dennington. The church was funded and attended by the local community in the early 1900's and is now listed on the Victorian Heritage Database (VHD 118083) as a building of historical and social significance. Maniple, part of a set of Ecclesiastical Linen once used in St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Dennington, Victoria, between the years 1907 and 2003. Handmade Eucharist serving cloth, white fabric with white embroidery on one end, symbolising rope entwined around an anchor. Embroidered symbol [cross]flagstaff hill, warrnambool, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, great ocean road, st andrews anglican church dennington, dennington church, warrnambool church 1907, ecclesiastical linen, communion linen, maniple, eucharist, embroidered linen, hand worked linen, j.a. coe, rope and anchor emblem, religious service, religious ceremony, ceremonial linen, embroidered cloth

Timber with rubberSouthern Cross Lodgesouthern cross lodge

Possibly worn by a Rhodesian soldier in their defence force fighting against the insurgents who wanted independance. The country later became Zimbabwe and as they say the rest is history.3Black Beret with brass and white metal badge. Southern Rhodesia.Named inside "Cross"

Arnold Oakley JORDAN No TX3528 (Tasmanian) POW. Refer Cat No 176 for his service history.Red Cross armband, cloth material, whitish with red cross in centre, band tapers out from cross to a metal buckle at one end, attach at other end. Faint writing on rear. 'TX3528, A.O.JORDAN 2/4th A.C.C.S, P.O.W. - 5 - - (numbers unclear)uniforms, societies-red cross, medicine-first aid

These badges were awarded for participation in a Cross Country Ski Race from Mount Hotham to Falls Creek. The Hotham to Falls began in 1978 They were owned and donated by Diana Patterson who was a founding member of Falls Creek Historical Society.These badges belonged to a highly recognised Australian and founding member of the Falls Creek Historical Society.Three enamelled metal pins to commemorate participation in a cross country ski race from Mount Hotham to Falls Creek. Each badge features an image of two snow capped mountains, the sun and a rainbow. A bird is at the bottom with outstretched wings supporting the central image. One badge features a pair of birds and text. On badge 2: Hotham to Falls Creek.diana patterson, falls creek, hotham to falls creek race

Alfred Darby leased a cordial factory in Henna Street, Warrnambool in 1897. The Maltese cross was his well known trade mark. In 1899 he tried to start another cordial factory in Koroit Street but was prevented from doing so because it contravened the agreement he had with the owner of the Henna Street building. It is not known when he left Warrnambool but he had an interest in another cordial factory in Rochester, Victoria. This label is of considerable significance as details of Alfred Darby's cordial manufacturing business operations in Warrnambool are scant.Primarily a rectangular shaped label with all the edges curved. It features text , scrolls, a Maltese cross, lemons, flowers, leaves, berries, grapes and another puce coloured fruit.It is multi coloured. It is adhered to a piece of white card. CLOVES TRADE MARK MANUFACTURED BY A DARBY, HENNA ST., WARRNAMBOOLa.darby, cordials, warrnambool, cloves cordial, alfred darby