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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - THE STORY OF THE BENDIGO MONIER ARCH BRIDGES - ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA, 2014
12 page booklet used as a handout for the ceremony to recognise the Bendigo Monier Arch Bridges under the Engineering Heritage Australia, Heritage Recognition Program on 9th August 2014. Includes photos of some bridges and a photo of the Monash and Anderson Families in 1897. Eight bridges in Bendigo were built by Monash and Anderson under the Monier Patents.Institution of Engineers Australia -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Plaque
A wooden shield with metal insignia , In the middle of the igsignia with dark blue centre with a white cross and silver anchor. On top of insignia there is a crown with coloured stones and a ship. Wording on the shield is Royal Australian Navy - Chaplains. For God And CountryRoyal Australian Navy - Chaplains. For God And Countryshield, ran, cerberus collection -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd
Colour slide in a mount. Image from a magazine, possibly Portland Lodge, Henty House, 1 Plummer Avenue, Olivers Hill, Frankston, Victoria, Australia, (c1935). This is adjacent to the 1953 Henty House. (Architect: Roy Grounds.)Made in Australia / 18 (Handwritten) / G19 (Handwritten)victoria, slide -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Document - Passport, 17 April 1953
The item is part of the Quinn collection donated to the MTSV. This passport is a demonstration of how Quinn travelled and required a passport to be issued in New York. 32-page Australian passport dated 17 April 1953. No. C12026The passport was issued by the Australian consulate general in New York, according to a stamp on the inside right-hand page. The passport contains a photograph of Mr Quinn on page 3.1953, allan quinn, quinn collection, allan charles quinn, new york, usa, sailors, seafarers, seamen -
Waverley RSL Sub Branch
Embroidered souvenir
WWI ? trench artWhite cloth embroidered with rising sun badge flanked by Australian and British flags and butterfly created from National flag colours of Great Britain France and Germany Australian Commonwealth Military Forces (Butterfly) From your soldier boy -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Document, Lest We Forget - XIN NHO DUNG QUEN
Framed music sheet of Song, Lest we Forget - XIN NH DUNG QUEN from Vietnamese Community in Australia, VIC Chapter. Words to the son are in Vietnamese.Vietnamese Community in Australia log. Victorian Chapter address and ABN 99356098668lest we forget, australian vietnamese community -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Plaque, Australian International Airshow 2003
Black Plastic Plaque with square silver insert featuring picture of bi-plane and wording "Australian International Airshow 2003" Avalon Airport, Geelong, Vitctora 11 - 16 February.In Appreciation To Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia Museum Sub-Branchplaque, airshow 2003 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Memorabilia - COMMEMORATION MEDALLION, Post 2014
Heavy metal & enamel, circular medallion. Centre has 3 coloured stripes, dark blue / red / light blue. Rear is embossed with Australian Coat of Arms, black on gold.In centre over stripes: A kangaroo with words “OPERATION SLIPPER” Circumference: COMMEMORATING AUSTRALIAN OPERATION - AFGHANISTAN AND THE MIDDLE EAST” Rear: “OPERATION SLIPPER AUSTRALIA 2001 - 2014” medallion, slipper, operation, commemoration -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Birds of Phillip Island, pre 1970
One of a collection of thirty-six photographs selected for representation in the National Photographic Index of Australian BirdsColour Photograph - nest and young Australian Pipitslocal history, photographs, national history, birds, coloured photograph, australian pipits -
National Wool Museum
Poster
Promotional poster, "Men Knitting - the first Australian Exhibition"Promotional poster, "Men Knitting - the first Australian Exhibition."knitting wool marketing, australian wool corporation, knitting, wool marketing -
National Wool Museum
Poster
Promotional poster, "Men Knitting - the first Australian Exhibition,.."Promotional poster, "Men Knitting - the first Australian Exhibition."knitting wool marketing, australian wool corporation, knitting, wool marketing -
National Wool Museum
Catalogue, Golden Lister Handpiece
Catalogue for Golden Lister Handpiece "designed by the shearers of Australia".Catalogue for Golden Lister Handpiece "designed by the shearers of Australia".shearing, r.a. lister & co. ltd. -
National Wool Museum
Form, Request for Inspection of Wool Clip
Forms,"Request for Inspection of Woolclip" -Australian Wool Corporation.Forms,"Request for Inspection of Woolclip" -Australian Wool Corporation.woolclassing - objective measurement woolclassing wool sales sheep stations - management, australian wool corporation australian wool corporation - clip inspection service, wool clip preparation, woolclassing - objective measurement, woolclassing, wool sales, sheep stations - management -
National Wool Museum
Poster, Men Knitting
Promotional poster, "Men Knitting - the first Australian Exhibition"Promotional poster, "Men Knitting - the first Australian Exhibition".knitting wool marketing, australian wool corporation, knitting, wool marketing -
National Wool Museum
Booklet, An Introduction to Australian Wool Testing Authority
Manual for new employees of the Australian Wool Testing Authority.Manual for new employees of the Australian Wool Testing Authority.wool - testing, australian wool testing authority ltd -
National Wool Museum
Newsletter, AWTA Ltd Newsletter - April 1986
Australian Wool Testing Authority Newsletter, April 1986.Australian Wool Testing Authority Newsletter, April 1986.wool - testing, australian wool testing authority ltd -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Australia Day Festival, 1993
Envelope with coloured illustration for Australia Day Festival, 1993.Envelope with coloured illustration for Australia Day Festival, 1993.Envelope with coloured illustration for Australia Day Festival, 1993.festivals and celebrations, australia day -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book - Significance 2.0, 2009
The Collections Council of Australia guide to assessing the significance of collectionsThe Collections Council of Australia guide to assessing the significance of collectionsThe Collections Council of Australia guide to assessing the significance of collectionsmuseums, heritage studies -
Greensborough Historical Society
Letter - Correspondence - Letter, Australia Post, Australia Post Correspondence, 16/10/1979
Letter from Australia Post regarding damaged mailTyped letter from Australia Post with coloured logoaustralia post, greensborough -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Ephemera (Item) - Card, A Card-To Travellers and Excursionists, 21-01-1869
A card to travellers and excursionists that was published to promote The Australian Hotel in Marysville. The card shows a long poem expounding the attractions of The Australian Hotel and some of the local attractions in the district. The Australian Hotel was the first hotel to be opened in Marysville. The hotel was opened by the Keppel Family in 1865. The Keppel Family were among Marysville's earliest pioneering families.A card to travellers and excursionists that was published to promote The Australian Hotel in Marysville. The Australian Hotel was the first hotel to be opened in Marysville. The hotel was opened by the Keppel Family in 1865. The Keppel Family were among Marysville's earliest pioneering families.keppel hotel, keppels australian hotel, australian hotel, keppel family, maurice john keppel, marysville, victoria -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1970
Robin Boyd was appointed Exhibits Architect for the Australian Pavilion at Expo ‘70 in Osaka and travelled to Osaka several times in 1969-1970. Boyd designed the innovative Space Tube, which had over 25 exhibition boxes, projecting from it. Amongst the topics covered were Australian scientific innovation (including brain research, immunology, Antarctic research, Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Power Scheme, rainmaking, and the night sky), Australian sport, house interiors, car manufacturing, Australian music and art, and Japanese-Australian relations.Colour slide in a mount. Takara Beautilion, Theme Pavilion, Osaka Expo '70, Japan. (Architect: Kisho Kurokawa.)Inscribed Made in Australiaexpo 70, osaka, robin boyd, slide -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1970
Robin Boyd was appointed Exhibits Architect for the Australian Pavilion at Expo ‘70 in Osaka and travelled to Osaka several times in 1969-1970. Boyd designed the innovative Space Tube, which had over 25 exhibition boxes, projecting from it. Amongst the topics covered were Australian scientific innovation (including brain research, immunology, Antarctic research, Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Power Scheme, rainmaking, and the night sky), Australian sport, house interiors, car manufacturing, Australian music and art, and Japanese-Australian relations.Colour slide in a mount. Takara Beautilion, Theme Pavilion, Osaka Expo '70, Japan. (Architect: Kisho Kurokawa.)Inscribed Made in Australiaexpo 70, osaka, robin boyd, slide -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1970
Robin Boyd was appointed Exhibits Architect for the Australian Pavilion at Expo ‘70 in Osaka and travelled to Osaka several times in 1969-1970. Boyd designed the innovative Space Tube, which had over 25 exhibition boxes, projecting from it. Amongst the topics covered were Australian scientific innovation (including brain research, immunology, Antarctic research, Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Power Scheme, rainmaking, and the night sky), Australian sport, house interiors, car manufacturing, Australian music and art, and Japanese-Australian relations.Colour slide in a mount. Takara Beautilion, Theme Pavilion, Osaka Expo '70, Japan. (Architect: Kisho Kurokawa.)Inscribed Made in Australiaexpo 70, osaka, robin boyd, slide -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1970
Robin Boyd was appointed Exhibits Architect for the Australian Pavilion at Expo ‘70 in Osaka and travelled to Osaka several times in 1969-1970. Boyd designed the innovative Space Tube, which had over 25 exhibition boxes, projecting from it. Amongst the topics covered were Australian scientific innovation (including brain research, immunology, Antarctic research, Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Power Scheme, rainmaking, and the night sky), Australian sport, house interiors, car manufacturing, Australian music and art, and Japanese-Australian relations.Colour slide in a mount. Takara Beautilion, Theme Pavilion, Osaka Expo '70, Japan. (Architect: Kisho Kurokawa.)Inscribed Made in Australiaexpo 70, osaka, robin boyd, slide -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Book - On Guard, Volunteer Defence Corps
An excellent reference to the forming and service of the Australian Volunteer Defence Corps in WW2. Sometimes referred to as Australia's Dad's Army. History of the Australian Volunteer Corps in WW2 ( Home Guard ).Printed pagesPrinted pages containing photos, sketches and jokes. -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Framed photograph, Sgt S Vialls MM, c. 1918
Framed b&w photo of Sgt S Vialls MM, 4th Australian Light Horse Regiment. He is standing with a tent in background.Caption: 4th Australian Light Horse 1914-1918 Sgt S Vialls MM -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd
The original images of Clendon Flats are taken by photographer Lyle Fowler and are held in the State Library of Victoria collection.Colour slide in a mount. Magazine image, Underside of deck, Clendon Flats, Armadale (1940), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. (Architect: Roy Grounds)Made in Australia / G2 (Handwritten-Cancelled) / 27 (Handwritten-Cancelled) / Encircled 5 (Handwritten)slide, robin boyd -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Uniform, Flying Jacket
Bob Schouten is the Senior Vice President of Lara RSL. This jacket was his service jacket from his time in the Australian Air Force. This jacket belonged to Bob Schouten, senior vice president of the Lara RSL.Green synthetic jacket with a zip at the front. High collar. Cotton wrists. Green velcro sections for attaching of badges.'Australia'bob schouten, lara, rsl, air force -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Badge - 10 assorted badges
Various Historical significance.Australian returned from active service badges. 2 x Returned Soldiers and Sailors Imperial League Badges. (1919 - 1947.) 2 x 1971 to 1990 Life Member Badges. Maralinga & Monte Bello Association Badge. Boomerang with Rising Sun badge. Royal Australian Engineers 1930 - 1942 badge. Silver badge "To the Women of Australia. Vintage Turkish Medal. Inscribed To The Women of Australia Crown surrounded by Laurel Leaves with Map of Australia in centre. Returned From Active Service. Two or Three Servicemen shown. RAAF #A1102 - 1942. Boomerang with Rising Sun below Crown. Royal Engineers Badge inscribed "FACIMUS ET FRANCIMUS" encircling GviR in centre Crown over Laurel leaves. -
Vision Australia
Badge - Object, Australian Democrats badge
After an unsuccessful attempt to gain a seat for the Australia Party in the 1974 Hugh Jeffrey ran again in 1977 for the newly-formed Australian Democrats in one of 5 Victorian electorates. This badge features a green background in enamel with Australian Democrats in gold lettering surrounded by a gold border. A gold Southern Cross and Federation Star feature on the right hand side, next to the lettering. The rear features a pin and MD and Co Badges stamped into the base.1 badge with writing and gold Southern Cross stars on green backgroundAustralian Democratshugh jeffrey, badges