Newspaper clipping from The Courier, 22/11/1971 about the Zion Congregational Church's new 'kindertram' being dedicated the previous day the children of the church. Tram 42, had been converted into a well-equipped Sunday School class room in Sebastopol. Quotes Rev. Syd Munn. See Reg. Item 2920 about the delivery of the tram.In top right hand corner in blue biro "22/11/1971"trams, tramways, sunday school, kindertram, zion congregational church, 42

Newspaper clipping from The Melbourne Sun, 22/9/1971, about the operation of Ballarat No. 36 promoting the City of Ballarat, during Tourism Week. Notes that it will be running in Swanston St. during the week. Quotes Mr. N.C. Elliott of the MMTB, acting Traffic Manager about the tram. Includes a photo of the tram at a Swanston St. stop. (probably Flinders St.). Notes its running to Hawthorn and the relevant Mayors travelling on the tram. See also Reg. Item 3432.On rear in ink "Sun Wed Sept 22, 1971"melbourne, tourism, mmtb, swanston st, hawthorn

Newspaper clipping and photograph provides two stories about Ballarat Tramways following the last tram on 19/9/1971: 1 - "Start on the removal of the tram lines" - with a photo of welder K Drever of the CRB cutting rails in Sturt St. 2 - A piece, headed "Ballarat to blame for loss of trams?" quoting Mr N R White, SEC Chairman about the lack of willingness for Ballarat residents to use the trams, at the civic reception the previous day. Also quotes Cr. Chisholm, Mayor of Ballarat and Cr. Donald, President of the Borough of Sebastopol.Yields information about the commencement of track removal in Ballarat and the SECV Commissioners view of the tramway closure.Newspaper clipping from The Courier 21/9/1971Has the newspaper source in ink along the top edge.tramways, tramcars, secv, closure, tram track removal

The 1971 flood was the the worst flood on record. At Jarrahmond it was at least 11 metres and up to one and a half kilometres wide on the flats causing enormous damage to the flood plain. Records say that "The brown floodwater stain in Bass Strait could be seen from passing airliners." Considerable damage was done to railway infrastructure, roads and farms. More information from the APRIL, 2008 newsletter by John Phillips. (see orbosthistory.com.au) The railway line was destroyed and was not expected to be opened for a fortnight. Orbost was cut off by 50 square miles of Snowy River floodwater. This train was being shunted across the viaduct when waters smashed through washing away several trucks sending the crew running for their lives.This is pictorial evidence of a significant local event. It is connected to the history of the railway in East Gippsland.A large black / white photograph of flooded railway yards with a train engine stranded on a small section of track surrounded by water and debris.on front - "1971 Flood, Railway Yards"floods-1971-orbost orbost-railway natural-disasters-orbost

This bowls was taken by Lance Corporal Livingstone at a commerative service in 1971. A latex ceramic bowl taken by soldier Lance Corporal Bernard Neil Livingston who was a ceramic teacher in civilian life. Taken in 1971 while attending a commemorative service. bowl, long tan, ceramic

Weaving sample folder: TEXTILE DESIGN SAMPLE RANGE 1971" contains sheet detailing 3 "MEDIUM WEIGHT FURNISHING" patterns with cloth samplesG.A. ROBERTS (ink) TEXTILE DESIGN SAMPLE RANGE 1971 (ink) MEDIUM WEIGHT FURNISHINGweaving textile industry textile design, weaving, textile industry, textile design

Weaving sample folder: TEXTILE DESIGN SAMPLE RANGE 1971" contains sheet detailing 3 "WOMENS SKIRTING AND OVERCOATING" patterns with 2 purple and 1 orange patterned cloth samplesBARRY HANCOCK TEXTILE DESIGN SAMPLE RANGE 1971 (ink) WOMENS SKIRTING AND OVERCOATINGweaving textile industry textile design, weaving, textile industry, textile design

One slide on a Kodak Ready Mount made from the Association of Railway Enthusiast Provincial Tramways film strip, during December 1971 of Bendigo No. 3 at Eaglehawk terminus with its reflection in a shop window looking through a multi post verandah. Has the Eaglehawk Town Hall in the background."No. 3 and its reflection at Eaglehawk terminus" and "Dec 1971" in purple ink using a hand stamp.tramways, trams, eaglehawk, bendigo, tram 3

The President in 1971 was AG (Robbie) Robertson. He gave an outline of factors he felt were relevant for the incoming President to know. The presidential year ran from March to the following February. Was in a binder of documents that is passed from an outgoing President to the incoming President. It is primarily from the 1930s to 1990s. Most documents are being catalogued separately.A record of the duties of the President in the 1970s.White foolscap paper x 2 pages with black type of the President's comments in 1971.presidents, robbie robertson

CLUNES C - SPECIAL PREMIER NETBALL C 1971CLUNES C - SPECIAL PREMIER NETBALL C 1971 L - R JAN KINNERLY, ALISON RIDLEY, ANDREA DUNCAN, JAYNE PICKFORD, SALLY DUNCAN, BILLIE ROBINSON, CORALIE COON.SEE ABOVElocal history, photography, photographs, sport, netball

Domenico (Milivoj) MICICH (1949- ) Born Zadar, Croatia Arrived Australia 1960 Domenico Micich studied at the Ballarat School of Mines Art School from 1968 to 1971. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Reclining nudes on predominantly yellow, orange and blue background. Purchased by Ballarat Teachers' College, 1971.art, artwork, domenico micich, milivoj micich, micich, alumni

This photograph is an aerial view of the township of Orbost taken by the Bairnsdale Advertiser newspaper. It was taken from the northern end of the town. The 1971 flood was the the worst flood on record. At Jarrahmond it was at least 11 metres and up to one and a half kilometres wide on the flats causing enormous damage to the flood plain. Records say that "The brown floodwater stain in Bass Strait could be seen from passing airliners." Considerable damage was done to railway infrastructure, roads and farms. More information from the APRIL, 2008 newsletter by John Phillips. (see orbosthistory.com.au)This is a pictorial record of a significant event in the history of Orbost,A black / white aerial photograph of a township with floodwaters in the background.on back - "Note main current through the lagoon 1971."orbost-floods-1971 bairnsdale-advertiser orbost-township

Colour print of Ballarat No. 17 in bound to the City in Sturt St. just to the west of Lyons St during Winter 1971. Tram has rear destination of "Gardens via Drummond Nth" and an SEC Roof ad "Everything's fine in my all electric kitchen". St Patricks Church in the background. On Kodak paper. Original film image scanned at 3200dpi 12/5/2020.On rear in blue ink "Sturt St." and in top left hand corner "1971".ballarat, sturt st., st patricks, tram 17

Demonstrates the type of publicity the moves to establish a heritage tramway in Ballarat was obtaining in Melbourne at the time.Newspaper clipping from Melbourne Observer, Sunday, 2 May 1971, page 11, titled "Save the trams fight goes on". Item written following the public meeting at the VRI on 29 April (See Reg Item 3932.1 and other papers). Reported that more than 75 people attended, that the committee will work with the Lake Wendouree Tramway Museum Committee.On the side of the cutting in blue ink "Melb Observer / Sun May 2 1971 p11."ballarat, btps, preservation

Black and White photograph of a interior saloon step plate of a Bendigo single trucker, advising that it was built by Duncan and Fraser of Adelaide. Photo by George Bishop 12/1971.On the back of the photos in ink on a label "Step plate indicating tram builder Duncan and Fraser Adelaide SA. Photographed December 1971, Bendigo Victoria" and "Photo G. Bishop" in penciltramways, trams, bendigo, duncan fraser, tramcar component

This is an example of Melbourne Legacy promotional material that was issued to inform the public on the work of Legacy in 1971. It includes 'What is Legacy' and 'What kind of help does Legacy provide'. An example of promotional material issued by Legacy in 1971.Brochure x 4 pages to promote Legacy in 1971 printed monochrome in maroon and white including photo of a widow getting advice from a legatee.legacy promotion, fundraising

The yearly photograph of the teacher, Margaret WILLIAMS, and pupils taken at Nott Street Primary School. The class is Grade1, A33 and was taken in 1971. B & W photograph of Grade1, A33, Nott Street Primary School in 1971. A row of girls is seated at the front with three rows of children standing behind them.. Some children's names written in pencil on reverse side.margaret williams, nott street primary school

Photograph shows Ballarat SECV No. 36 northbound in St Kilda Road, with the Victoria Barracks buildings in the background. Photo taken Sept. 1971 when the tram operated promoting Ballarat tourism following the closure of the SECV Ballarat operated system. Photo by Dave Macartney.Yields information about the operation of Ballarat 36 in Melbourne promoting Ballarat tourism.Black and white photograph print with photographers notes on the rear."Ballarat 36 St Kilda Rd, Sept. 1971 - DMA 41, Dave Mcartney"tramcars, tram 36, st kilda road, tourism

Black and white photograph of Yendon State School pupils and teacher holding the Fisken Shield. The white painted wooden frame is chipped and the mount is water stained on left hand side. Photo is take by Harvey Photo in 1971. Names of pupils and teacher under phootgraph.YENDON PRIMARY SCHOOL / WINNERS OF FISKEN CUP ASSOCIATION 1971 / Harvey Photo / Names of pupils and teacher F.C. Parnellchildren, yendon state school, yendon public school, fisken cup association, fisken shield, harvey photo, teacher fc parnell

Black and white photograph and negative of tram 33 outbound to Gardens via Sturt St. West, in Sturt St. west, with long brick fence in the background. Photo taken Saturday, August 14, 1971. Original print by David Endacott, duplicate print (1263A) by John Phillips 12/1999 - three copies held 5/2001. Original neg scanned at hi res and updated 11/5/2020. On original print "Sturt St. West / Sat 14 Aug 1971" in pencil.trams, tramways, ballarat, sturt st. west, tram 33

Framed photo of a political cadre (small photo inserted) RCO2923-ATF (not numbered) Rallier Phan Van Le and all his details on one side. On the other side is a confidential report, initial interrogation of detainee - Pham Van Tho surrendered to "A" FD BTY Section at FSB Centenary 10 Aug 1971.VC Pham Van Tho surrendered to "A" FD BTY Section at FSB Cenerary 10 Aug 1971.photograph, a fd bty, interrogation of prisoner, interrogation

Transparency slide of Ballarat No. 37 at the Lydiard St. North terminus, taken from the north side of Norman St. looking back over the city. Tram has destination of "Sebastopol". Alongside the tram is the tram terminus shelter building. Slide dated 28 April 1971. The slide does not have a manufacturer's name.In blue ink at the top of the slide "No. 37 at Lydiard St. North terminus" and on base "28 April 1971"tramways, trams, lydiard st. north, norman st., tram 37

Has a strong association with SEC Ballarat tram crews and the closure of the SEC operated Ballarat system.Colour print of Conductor (No. 35) H. M. Van Oorschot on Tram No. 42, Sunday 19th September 1971, final night of the tram service along with a group of other passengers. Photo printed on Kodak Paper. Photograph by Lilian Butler? in ink on rear "On Tram No. 42, Sunday 19th September 1971, final night of the tram service in Ballarat. With my compliments Lilian Butler".trams, tramways, crews, conductors, closure, last tram, passengers, interiors, tram 42

Colour photograph of the SEC Wendouree Parade depot, taken possibly from the window of a tram passing the site. Photo on Agfa Paper and taken on Friday 21 August 1971.Stamps with faded green ink: "Photo by Chris Jeffrey / Number" with number "104PC/17" in blue ink and date stamp "Friday 21 August 1971" also in faded green ink.sec depot

Possibly has a strong association with Mr. B. Peart, a SEC Ballarat depot worker.Colour print of B. Peart standing on the foot step of the Ballarat Scrubber tram at the Ballarat depot, September 1971. Item was placed in an envelope marked "Mr. B. Peart" - retained with photograph in storage folder. Photo printed on Kodak Paper. Photograph by Lilian Butler See also Reg Item b6m6532i2 for a colour slide.in ink on rear " Tram Depot Wendouree Parade Ballarat September 1971. With my compliments Lilian Butler"trams, tramways, sec, depot, scrubber tram, tram scrubber