Showing 284 items matching " motels"
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Robin Boyd Foundation
Document - Manuscript, Robin Boyd, Revolution in the Restaurants
Changing dining habits - the loss of Australian pub dining rooms, new motel dining, bistros, the often poor surroundings, location of the toilets. Extreme sarcasm and criticism.Typewritten (c copy), quarto, 6 pagesPencil annotationsrestaurants, bims, high tide, the carousel, robin boyd, manuscript -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Bellevue/Maranui/Uniting Church, Lakes Post Newspaper, 1992
The Bellevue Convention Centre and Maranui Restaurant was opened 15 April 1993. Work commenced on the 3 August 1992Black and white photograph of two workmen from H N Olvers, Builders, commencing work, on the second stage of the Bellevue complex on the site of the Maranui Motel. The Uniting Church is seen in the background of the image. Lakes Entrance, Victoriabuildings, building industry, construction -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph - original, Early Tatura Residence
Photograph of early Tatura residence found and presented by Mr and Mrs G. Weston. Delivered by Michael Hamilton, Tatura, 7 January 1990Black and white photograph of early residence in Tatura. Just completed. 5 builders on verandah.on back: presented to Tatura and District Historical Society by Mr and Mrs Graham Weston, South Town Motor Inn Bega NSW. Formerly of Whim Inn Motel, Tatura.mr and mrs g. weston -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Rosemont Guesthouse/Willis, Willis, Barbara, 1951c
... Motels ...Photo taken during honeymoon of Ron and Barbara Willis 1951Black and white photograph of Ron Willis, standing outside Fraser's Rosemont Guest House, Barkes Avenue. Guest house sign is behind a tall hedge and low picket fence. Ron is wearing clothing typical of 1950 era, with collar and tie, V-necked patterned pullover, light coloured two-piece suit and lace-up shoes. Lakes Entrance Victoriamotels, fences, clothing -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Bellevue Convention Centre, Lakes Post Newspaper, 1/10/1993 12:00:00 AM
... Motels ...Also two black and white photographs of bride unnamed and flower girl Robyn Raymond at Bellevue Wedding FairBlack and white photograph of the Victorie four wheeled low horse drawn carriage collapsible hood and raised drivers seat owned by Brian Blakeman with children Rhian North and Tansey Goldsmith seated, displayed during the wedding Fair at Bellevue Convention Centre Lakes Entrance Victoriamotels, fashion, wedding -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Mr RM Ansett Proposed Subjects for Enquiry Whilst Abroad and Certain Basic Statistics of Ansett Transport Industries Limited June 1948
This document lists subjects such as bus production, airline operations, road, hotels, motels, holiday camps, agency arrangements, Kaiser-Frazer, chemical industry, coin machines, advertising, finance -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Stubby Holder - Kelpie Country, c. 2009
Neoprene stubby holder; cylindrical, open top; orange outside, 'photo' of kelpies, white and yellow print.Front: 'KELPIE COUNTRY' Back: 'Albion Hotel Motel Kelpie Muster CASTERTON Souvenir 2009 Ph: (03) 5581 1092 TAYLOR BUSINESS PROMOTIONS (03) 5356 2344souvenir, kelpie, kelpie muster, casterton, stubby holder, contemporary collecting -
Halls Gap & Grampians Historical Society
Photograph - B/W
Jack and Amy McKeon's house burnt out remains, their house was set back from the what is now called Grampians Rd, on land between Grand Canyon Motel And Tim's Place.Site of burnt out residence. Two brick chimneys and a tank remain standing. Two fir trees in foreground on the fence line. Man holding a dog near post of the gate and bicycle lean against the wire fence . A road and power lines cross the picture beyond the site,backed by gum trees.buildings, houses -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - INVITATION: COHNS INDUSTRIES PTY LTD SPONSOR OF EXPLORERS'70, 1970
Invitation to Mr & Mrs A Richardson - Cohns Industries Pty Ltd sponsor of Explorers70 - visit to Bendigo of 60 Young Explorers Discovering Australia (in conjunction with Coca Cola Export Corporation). Held at Brolga Hotel/Motel 27/11/1970.business, cohn brothers, luncheon invitation, young explorers discovering australia, explorers'70, coca cola export corporation -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Document - Motel Planning - Hand-Written - Profit Estimate - Full Year Of Operation
Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob’s endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today. This document is a detailed profit and loss estimate written by Mr Hymans in planning for establishment of a new motel in Falls Creek. All calculations are hand written and carefully divided into different sections. It also included a detailed staff allocation for one year.falls creek tourist area management committee, bob hymans, falls creek administration -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Historic House, 2000
Building was lounge and ballroom for Robin Hood Inn, a popular guest house situated on corner of Esplanade and Carstairs Avenue. It was broken up, and components relocated, to make way for Sherwood Lodge Motel in 1958.Colour photograph of a fibro dwelling, hipped roof with gable extension, veranda over main room with triple sash window and French door. White timber picket fence and gate, situated at 8 North Arm Avenue, Lakes Entrance Victoriahouses, heritage study -
Halls Gap & Grampians Historical Society
Photograph - B/W, 1920-1930
During the period 1924-1967 Bellfield operated as a licenced hotel. It became a popular destination for couples on their honeymoon The hotel was razed to the ground by fire in 1967 and was never rebuilt. The Grampians Motel now occupies the sitephotograph shows right hand section of Bellfield Hotel with woman on verandah to the right of bare tree Wonderland Range behindcopy done by AGFA Dec 99accommodation, hotels, bellfield -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Arceris Supermarket, 1995
Date made 11 May 1995Colour photograph of the front windows of Arceris Supermarket, fronting Esplanade, after closing down after almost twenty years trading, windows lined with white paper. Also in view Post Office, Lakes Fashions, and Glenara Motel. Lakes Entrance Victoriaretail trade, local history -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Property Binder, 1450 Main Road, Eltham
Newspaper article: Research motel may extend car parking, Advertiser, 15 October 1996, Eltham Motor Inn granted planning permit by Nillumbik Council to operate a public access restaurant, must provide parking.main road, eltham, businesses, eltham motor inn, nillumbik council -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Furniture - Coffee Table, Robin Boyd
Robin Boyd designed this coffee table. It is similar to those he designed for the John Batman Motel circa 1967. The original table is currently stored offsite. The table was reproduced in the 2017 Boyd Collection by K5 (item F037).Victorian oak timber, cork top (4 x2 tiles), 4 tapered legs.john batman motel, walsh st furnishings, robin boyd -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Bellevue Apartments, Holding M, 2000
... Motels ...Date made February 2000Colour photograph of Bellevue Apartments. A double storied modern concrete structure, each unit with balcony, garden between low concrete fence and building. Lakes Entrance VictoriaBellevuemotels, architecture, fences, people -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - BENDIGO HOTEL COLLECTION: CAPTAIN COOK HOTEL MOTEL, NAPIER STREET, WHITE HILLS
Colour photograph: Captain Cook Hotel Motel, Napier Street, White Hills.Single storey building, white painted brown corrugated iron roof. Verandah in front, white support posts, brown corrugated roof. Morris Minor car in front. Early 1980's ?bendigo, hotel, captain cook -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Book - Photo album, Flo and Bert Foster, Cypress Gardens Mulwala, 1959 to 1966
Cypress gardens was a leading holiday resort of its time. Bert and Flo Foster formed their ideas regarding its creation after a trip to the USA. It remained a popular holiday motel, boatel and reception place till it was demolished in the early 2000'sCollection of B and W and coloured photographs mounted on pages of a large metal spiral bound album. Original plastic overlays of each page have been removed. A number of photos are loose in the album.photo album, Descriptions of some photos are typed and included on most pagesaqua sport, recreation, holiday resort -
Mt Dandenong & District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, View From Doughty's Road 1974
John Lundy-Clarke grew up in the Kalorama/Mt Dandenong area and later in life (1972-74) began to write a comprehensive history of the area working from an original settlement map in an effort to cover all areas. This photograph shows approximately the same area as photograph number KAL0193 but is taken 60 years later. The trees have grown much taller and the buildings changed. On the site of the Paynter house 'Iona' there is now the 'Yosemite' (Villa Toscana) accommodation. The pavilion in the centre of the photo is the site of 'Kalorama', home of early pioneer Isaac Jeeves. The photograph is taken looking up towards The Gap (FiveWays).Black and white photograph showing a forested area with clear sites. Roofs of buildings can be clearly seen. Handwritten inscription on reverse by John Lundy-ClarkeView from near Doughty’s Rd looking north up valley to Kalorama Gap in Jan 1973. Tiny roof in centre is pavilion on site of “Kalorama”. Long roof to its left is Yosemite Motel on site of “Iona”.paynter, kalorama, iona, yosemite, villa toscana, five ways, the gap -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Training School 1
The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Former Students Training school 1. Black and white photograph of eleven women taken before dinner on 26th April 1975 at ANA Downtown Motel, View St. Bendigo. Margot Scott, front row 2nd from left. Names written on back. Photographed by Aulsebrook and Martin. Bendigo. ndsn, training school 1, margot scott -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Flyer, Residential Land Auction - Heatherdale Road, Ringwood - 1973
Single-page advertisement for auction on Saturday 15th September (1973) - 9 residential allotments on Heatherdale Road, Ringwood. Includes summary of local services and facilities, and map of area showing Verdale State School, Manhattan Hotel-Motel, and directional arrow 3/4 mile to railway station (Heatherdale) to the north.Agent - L.J. Hooker Vic. Limited, Hooker House, 327 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000, Telephone 62 0181, A.H. 232 3481, Telegrams HOOKCO. -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Document - Manuscript, Robin Boyd, The Shanty Town at Tullamarine, 1971
Discusses the reasons for Sydney's and Melbourne's new airports. Discusses the transformation from picturesque landscape to a growth of unordered supplementary structures surrounding airports (motels, sheds, storage rooms, petrol stations, shopping mall). Boyd predicts this "shanty town" image will only get worse, and critiques the image of Australia first presented to international visitors.Original manuscript of an article published in "The Sunday Australian", 27.06.1971Typewritten (c copy), quarto, 8 pagesNumbered in 13 paragraphstullamarine airport, international airport, melbourne's shanty town, robin boyd, manuscript -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Historic House, 2000
Part of a larger dwelling originally situated 607 Esplanade, (now site of Golden Beach Motel), other half moved to Lake Tyers Beach Road. This section moved to present site around 1965 by Ray Curry. Various residents Misses Phillips (original site) George Ward, R A and K D Bills from 1993.Colour photograph of a weatherboard dwelling with hip roof situated at 15 Coates Road. Has a bull nose veranda across front entry, oiled timber picket fence. Lakes Entrance Victoriahouses, fences, heritage study -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Dai Gum San Concept Plans - Chinese Tourist Village Bendigo Victoria, 1980s
During the first goldrush of the 1850s, Chinese miners referred to the Bendigo region (then Sandhurst) as Dai Gum San 大金山 - literally 'Big Gold Mountain'. The Golden Dragon Museum is situated in the city of Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. The museum is dedicated to the culture and history of Chinese Australians, particularly in the region. Built on the historical site of one of Bendigo's Chinatowns, the museum's precinct also includes Chinese Gardens and a temple to Kuan Yin. Through the museum accreditation program, it was the first accredited museum in Victoria and opened in 1991. These plans are the original plans before the the Golden Dragon Museum was built on its current site.Dai Gum San Concept Plans - Chinese Tourist Village Bendigo Victoria - 4 Sheets in colour by Stephenson and Turner Victoria Architects and Planners Sheet 1 Concept Plan and Developed Site Plan Sheet 2 Arts and Crafts Buildings Sheet 3 Restaurant, Historical Museum and Temple Complex Sheet 4 Motelhistory, bendigo, eaglehawk, chinese, chinese museum, dai gum san -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph, 1950c
Black and white photograph of a section of Esplanade. In view are the Maranui Motel, Catalina Cafe, Bulmers Gift Shop, Bill's hairdresser. Cypress trees on grassy verge on south side of highway. 44 gallon drum, trestle table and frame for shelter on edge of road seemingly in preparation for, or remaining after a street celebration. Lakes Entrance Victoriamemorials, township, celebrations, retail trade -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Booklet - This Summer, What Will You Fall For at Falls?
A part of a yearly marketing and information material promoting Falls Creek region for the summer holidays. The brochure outlines active and more relaxing options available at Falls Creek in the summer of 1989 - 90. Accommodation featured on the back cover includes:-Nelse Lodge, Falls Creek Motel, Viking, Lakeside LOdge, Winterhaven Lodge, Astra Lodge and Cooroona Ski Lodge.This item is important because it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortWhite A4 brochure for Summer at Falls Creek. White cover with grey title in capital letters - THIS SUMMER, WHAT WILL YOU FALL FOR AT FALLS? - with ba blue butterfly and framed image of pink flowers centred underneath. Opens to A3 size with internal double page and back page spread of images and information of Summer at Falls Creek. falls creek marketing, falls creek summer, accommodation falls creek -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Slide, Tramway Museum Society of Victoria (TMSV), Tram VR 53 in Mt Alexander Road North Essendon, c1975
Colour slide of VR class tram 53, route 59 Essendon Aerodrome in Mt Alexander Road just to the north of Shamrock St, North Essendon. Has the Ambasador Motel in the background. The tram was built for the Victorian Railways St Kilda - Brighton tram line in 1942 and sold to the MMTB when that line closed. On display at the Melbourne Tram Museum.Yields information about VR tram 52 in Mt Alexander Road c1975.Kodachrome colour slides, cardboard mount.Has "MP146" in pencil and stamped "Tramways Museum Society Victoria" on rear.tramways, vr class, tram 52, route 59, mt alexander road -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Document - K. S. Anderson Collection - Acquisition of 'Blainslie', Mar-73
K.S. Anderson Collectiona) Handwritten history of building of Richmond House by Stephen Henty. Richmond House became Richmond Henty Hotel, acquisition of 'Blainslie', next door property to Richmond Henty Hotel, built by W.P. Anderson to make motel. b) Statement of account from Nicol, Silvester & Culhane Solicitors to K.S. Anderson, detailing amount owed to him for selling 'Blainslie'.k s anderson collection, stephen henty, richmond henty hotel, accounts, blainslie -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - LYDIA CHANCELLOR COLLECTION; THE MERRY WIDOW PROGRAMME
A white programme with red and black print. On the front cover are the words, 'Bendigo Operatic Society The Merry Widow Capital Theatre, Bendigo Opening Friday, April 30th, 1965 for five nights.' On the inside are photos of the cast and producer and a synopsis of the story and scenes. It also contains words of the songs from 'The Merry Widow.' On the back of the programme is an advertisement for the Golden Hills Motel in Marong Road.program, music, the merry widow, lydia chancellor, collection, music, opera, entertainment, event, the merry widow -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - DOCUMENT - INVITATION TO GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS - GIRL GUIDES, 02/06/1973
Guides Association's Golden Jubilee Celebrations held on the Queen's Birthday Weekend June 2-3, 1973. Program and invitation have Girl Guides monogram on the front. Also on the papers are hymns, motels in Swan Hill and suggested places of interest to visit. Also Saturday and Sunday programs. Invitation and program (a & b) inviting Miss M Bush to attend the Swan Hill Division Girlgirl guides association, history, 1922 - 1982, document, invitation to golden jubilee celebrations girl guides, miss m bush, swan hill division girl guides association, mrs t l jones, mrs i d martin, pioneer settlement, tyntyndyer homestead, pheasant farm pira, military museum