" An important decision was made by the board in May last 1927 to form a Central Auxiliary with representatives from each Municipality. It has long been felt that such an Auxiliary would bring the work of the Institute more prominetly under the notice of the public and assist in finding the large sum required each year to carry on. A meeting was accoringly called for the purpose and an auxilirary formed. A strong committee was elected with Mrs James Angus as President. Mr James Angus Vice- President of the Institute was appointed by the Board of Management as Chairman of the Auxiliary." From RVIB Annual Report 1927. This collection includes Annual reports for 1966, 1969 -1970, 1973 - 1974, 1976 - 1977, 1978- 1979 and 1980 - 1981 and an incomplete lists of 10 - 25 years service badge Auxiliary members and Life Governors. The Auxiliary members did not only raise money they also raised awareness of the services provided by RVIB and worked closely with the Public Relations/Fundraising departments. Trudy Westh from Camberwell in Melbourne was recognised with a medal of the Order of Australia OAM . Mrs Westh finished her 18 year term as President of the Council of Auxiliaries in 2004. A Brief history of Auxiliaries is included. Annual reports -- minutes-- letters -- newspaper clippings -- 1 account book -- photos -- various loose papers. royal victorian institute for the blind

The Echuca RVIB Auxiliary formed on May 2, 1932. This collection of papers includes the minute books from 1967 until 1995. The index cards were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1978-1985. Also included are newspaper clippings, correspondence, to and from RVIB head office, letters of donations, letters advising of the passing of Auxiliary members. The 60 year history of Echuca Blind Auxiliary had been written by past president Anne Kopp. A survey from RVIB head office reveals the average age group of the committee and members was 70-80 years old. The Auxiliary's Christmas stocking started in 1968 and had been their main money raiser for many years, the traders of Echuca had supplied the goods. Rowena McKindlay, past President was named Echuca's 'Citizen of the Year'. Due to the lack of numbers, an enthusiatic but aging membership and the difficulty to gain new members in the country area the Auxiliary went into recess from 1962 and reformed in 1967 then disbanded in 2002.3 minute books -- various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind

This is a very small collection from the Rutherglen RVIB Auxiliary and was noted only 2 Auxiliary members over 80 years old were now collecting when they could. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1980 -1983. Letters -- various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

This small collection for the Park Street Ladies RVIB Auxiliary contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976 - 1995. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1990 -2004. Letters -- index cards -- newspaper clippings -- bank statements -- various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

The Cobden RVIB Auxiliary was formed on April 28, 1958 and believed to have concluded in 2002. The small collection includes correspondence to and from RVIB Head Office dating from 1990-2002, a list of members in 1996 and The Constitution of the Cobden Auxiliary of RVIB -1998. Index cards -- various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind

This small collection of the Blackburn Fair Auxiliary contains correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1980 - 1987. There is a note on the index cards advising that no correspondence to be sent and that this Auxiliary has been formed to raise money for the Blackburn wheel at the Annual Fair. Letters -- and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

The Belgrave RVIB Auxiliary formed on February 27, 1956. This collection of papers includes the minute books from 1956 until 2001. The index cards were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1978-1985. October 2001 it was decided by all members to dissolve the meetings permanently, as it is hard to get members together and all are getting old. Various papers royal victorian institute for the blind

This collection of the Oakleigh Auxiliary contains correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1941 - 1998. Included is a 'Special Sugar Permit' allocated on 17/6/1947 to the Auxiliary including letter. Over the years the Auxiliary raised funds through 'Time and Talent' competitions, subscriptions, stalls, film nights, afternoon teas, The RVIB Lighthouse appeal via door knock and the sale of flowers. The dahlia tubers and cut flowers were provided by members and numerous other friends. Letters -- 11 receipt books -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

This collection of the Yarrawonga Auxiliary contains correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1941 - 1998. Included is a 'Special Sugar Permit' allocated on 17/6/1947 to the Auxiliary including letter. Over the years the Auxiliary raised funds through 'Time and Talent' competitions, subscriptions, stalls, film nights, afternoon teas, The RVIB Lighthouse appeal via door knock and the sale of flowers. The dahlia tubers and cut flowers were provided by members and numerous other friends. Letters -- 11 receipt books -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

The Korumburra RVIB Auxiliary was formed on March 19, 1931. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976 - 1995 as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1973 - 1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1990 - 2003. A survey from RVIB head office reveals the average age group of the committee and members was 70-80 years old. Letters -- newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

People - "Swainston, Jessie; Laird, Fred & Mrs" Associated with - Hospital Auxiliary

The Drouin RVIB Auxiliary formed on February 19, 1931. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1978-1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1997 -2002. Letter outlining a brief history of the auxiliary including it had a break during the Second World War and it disbanded in 1994, however a small group of friends decided to continue as 'Friends of RVIB' meeting monthly and gave small donations periodically to RVIB. The numbers dwindled due to age related problems and the group decided to 'call it a day' in 2001. Various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind

The Merbein RVIB Auxiliary was formed on September 23, 1931. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976 - 1995 as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1973 - 1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1990 -2004. There is also reference to a poem by Tilly Aston sent to Mr Jenner's President from 1993-2004 mother and a copy apparently sent to the RVIB history archives at the time. Letters -- index cards-- banking statements--various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

The Castlemaine RVIB Auxiliary formed on August 26, 1931. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1979-1985. November 2001 and article was published in the local newspaper titled '70 year chapter closes' - It is with deep regret that the present committee announce they cannot carry on any longer, owing to the age of those involved and because there was only six ladies on the committee. Various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind

The Woodend RVIB Auxiliary formed on November 8, 1929. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976 - 1995 as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1973 - 1985. Correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1990 - 2000. Newspaper article from 1990 'RVIB honour'; The Gisborne and Woodend auxiliaries of the RVIB have been invited to the unveiling of two plaques made in honour of the late Miss Betty Ross Watt and the late Mrs Caroline Mary Goldie at RVIB in St. Kilda Road. These ladies were foundation members of the Gisborne and Woodend auxiliaries respectively, and they worked hard and inspired others for over 50 years. As a result of their generous bequest to the institute, four sound-proofed recording studios have been completed. Other funds donated by the two women have been used for the extensions of the RVIB talking book library building and additions to library facilities. Letters -- newspaper clippings -- index cards and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

The Mentone/Mordialloc RVIB Auxiliary formed on May 28, 1930. This small collection contains index cards which were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1973-1995, as well as the presentations delivered by RVIB employees to Auxiliary meetings between 1973-1985. November 2001 and article was published in the local newspaper titled '70 year chapter closes' - It is with deep regret that the present committee announce they cannot carry on any longer, owing to the age of those involved and because there was only six ladies on the committee. Various loose papers and letters royal victorian institute for the blind

The Cobram RVIB Auxiliary formed we believe in 1958. This collection of papers includes the minute books from 1959 until 1993. The index cards were maintained by RVIB and contain the amount of donations made by the Auxiliary between 1976-1994. A meeting was held May 1993 however only the secretary attended so on discussion with the President it was decided to disband. 1 minute book --1 account book --bank statements royal victorian institute for the blind

This small collection of the Meredith Auxiliary contains correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1980 - 1989. Letters -- various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind

Minute book used by the Henley Carnival Maroondah Hospital Auxiliary to record their annual reports 1-11 from 1966-1977.; Orange and red covered project book (Embassy). pp.64 not all used. +Additional Keywords: Wood, Amy (Pres.) / Thomas, D (Hon. Sec)

This small collection of the Flemington East Auxiliary contains correspondence to and from RVIB head office ranging between 1980 - 1988. Letters -- 1 bank book-- and various loose papers royal victorian institute for the blind