This item was used by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria in their mess rooms for their workers during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electricity Scheme. The imprint of the year "1921" was to identify the year that the SECV was formed and relieved the private VHEC (Victorian Hydro-Electric Company). As the scheme was of such a huge, isolated and time consuming nature the feeding of its workers was quite demanding of cutlery and crockery. The use of sturdy English cups and saucers was essential. The period of construction and the isolation of the Kiewa Valley area placed heavy demand for "solid" crockery that could wear abusive handling. This period in time was one when crockery, whether for domestic or commercial use, was imported from "mother" England. This scenario was more so for governmental bodies such as rail, jails and electricity providers than domestic users. The influx of cheaper Asian crockery had not yet begun.This type of crockery item was used by the thousands of SEC Victorian staff and construction workers involved in the building of the Kiewa Hydro Electricity Scheme, over the extensive period (1938 to 1961). This was a period when Government bodies and other semi- government organisations were still tide to the "establishments" of "mother" England. It was a period in Australia's development when the Asian influence was very weak and the established ties to England and Europe was still very strong. The majority of heavy equipment and machinery was either made in England or Europe. Local expertise in dam construction and water management in alpine terrain came from migrants for England and Europe. The quality of workmanship from big steel manufacturing plants in England and Europe could not be matched from anywhere else in the developed world.This item is a white ceramic plate (bread & butter). It is made in England and is of strong and durable ceramic. The bottom of the plate is flat with edges sloping out (to position the bread) and the extended rim is to catch any spillages. The 5mm thickness of the ceramic suggests this plate belongs to a commercial kitchen/eating establishment (mess) and not a domestic dining room. The indent bottom of the plate is 5mm deep with a side curvature ratio of 2:5. The ceramic is glazed to a commercial standard (see KVHS 0128 for its saucer part of a dinner set.The seal of the State Electricity Commission Of Victoria is imprinted on the top inside rim within a curved scroll. Snuggled within the borders of the scroll is a banner with the five stars of the southern cross and an arm with a closed fist projecting from the top with five lightning bolts projecting outwards. On the underside "Vitrified sold by Cafe & Hotel Supplies Pty Ltd Dunn Bennett & Co. Ltd. Burslem Made in England"saucer, plate, secv, state electricity commission of victoria, crockery

The State Electricity Commission of Victoria produced and displayed safety signs for their employees during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.KHES was constructed from the late 1940s to early 1960s and included the construction of Mt Beauty and Bogong townships. Safety was a concern for the SECV towards its workers. Metal black print on white background with yellow 'emphasis' at the top - 'Safety'. "Instructions for the use of / Grinding Wheels". There is a circular hole in each corner with a black frame around the perimeter.state electricity commission of victoria, kiewa hydro electric scheme, safety sign, grinding wheels

This machine was used by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by office workers who worked in the payroll office.The State Electricity Commission of Victoria used the latest technology available for office equipment on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. This machine was used in the payroll office.Black metal table with machine on top. Electric motor with belt drive to machine which is situated under the rear left side of the table. Safety metal mesh protects the leather belt and is at the rear of the table. The operator faces the machine which has a tray on the left and is divided longitudinally into two and holds new shiny metal plates on each side. There is a brown bakelite wheel on the left and two printing wheels inside a myriad of moving parts that enable the metal plates to be embossed with payroll information i.e. "Gang No. etc. / Names / Pay No. / Rate type. This has to be checked out each time / Date"ULQ 11 10"state electricity commission of victoria. kiewa hydro electric scheme. payroll office. office work. payroll machine. office equipment

This item was used by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria in their mess huts/rooms for their workers during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electricity Scheme. The imprint of the year "1921" was to identify the year that the SECV was formed and relieved the private VHEC (Victorian Hydro-Electric Company). As the scheme was of such a huge, isolated and time consuming nature the feeding of its workers was quite demanding of cutlery and crockery. The use of sturdy English cups and saucers was essential. The period of construction and the isolation of the Kiewa Valley area placed heavy demand for "solid" crockery that could wear abusive handling. This period in time was one when crockery, whether for domestic or commercial use, was imported from "mother" England. This scenario was more so for governmental bodies such as rail, jails and electricity providers than domestic users. The influx of cheaper Asian crockery had not yet begun.This type of crockery item was used by the thousands of SEC Victorian staff and construction workers involved in the building of the Kiewa Hydro Electricity Scheme, over the extensive period (1938 to 1961). This was a period when Government bodies and other semi- government organisations were still tied to the "establishments" of "mother" England. It was a period in Australia's development when the Asian influence was very weak and the established ties to England and Europe was still very strong. The majority of heavy equipment and machinery was either made in England or Europe. Local and European expertise in dam construction and water management in alpine terrain came from migrants for England and Europe. The quality of workmanship from big steel manufacturing plants in England and Europe could not be matched from anywhere else in the developed world. These saucers were used in the mess huts including later in the Bogong mess hall and the Mount Beauty Chalet.This item is a white ceramic saucer (tea /coffee). It is made in England and is of strong and durable ceramic. The bottom cup indent is for either tea or coffee cups of a similar ceramic structure. The 5mm thickness of the ceramic suggests this saucer belongs to a commercial kitchen environment and not domestic. The indent bottom of the saucer is 5mm deep with a side curvature ratio of 2:5. The ceramic is glazed to a commercial standard (worker's mess). See also KVHS 0128 (A to C)The seal of the State Electricity Commission Of Victoria is imprinted on the top inside rim within a curved scroll. Snuggled within the borders of the scroll is a banner with the five stars of the southern cross and an arm with a closed fist projecting from the top with five lightning bolts projecting outwards. On the underside "Vitrified sold by Cafe & Hotel Supplies Pty Ltd Dunn Bennett & Co. Ltd. Burslem Made in England"saucer, plate, secv, state electricity commission of victoria, crockery, mt beauty chalet, bogong mess hall

Mt Beauty was a construction town built from 1948. The houses were English Pre-cut Types - several of each type were erected with several variations. This house had 3 bedrooms and is dated as 'traced on 18 Dec. 1956'. Mt Beauty is a construction town built by the SECV during the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme for workers and their families. Houses were provided along with many other facilities eg. schools. This house plan is a good indication of the quality of housing provided at the time eg. laundry, toilet etc. Large sheet with title at top "State Electricity Commission of Victoria" showing 'front', 'right' and 'left' elevations and the 'floor plan'. Printed at the bottom - 'Kiewa Scheme / Mt Beauty Housing / English pre-cut Type 3B ILA /. There are further notes printed at the bottom of the sheet.mt beauty housing, english pre-cut type housing, house plan, state electricity commission of victoria

The State Electricity Commission of Victoria built several hydro power stations from 1928-1981. This book names each - up to 1975 - with a summary and explanation.The State Electricity Commission of Victoria built the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme which included the construction of Bogong Power Station, McKay Creek Power Station and West Kiewa Power Station. It also established infrastructure such as the townships of Bogong and Mt Beauty and the opportunity for tourism in the area Colored green/blue 'splash' of water on front cover with SEC logo in white centred under the yellow printed title. On the back cover is the SEC logo at the bottom in the middle.state electricity commission of victoria; kiewa hydro electric scheme; mckay creek power station; clover power station; west kiewa power station

Typed carbon copy headed State Electricity Commission of Victoria, Electricity Supply Department - Ballarat Branch "List of Overs and Shorts for Fortnight Ending 30 October 1943". Typed with employee names, number, Over, Short, Fares Collected, Total and Balance of Over/Unders. Ruled in black and blue lines. Gives overs and unders for each day for each person and a total for each person and day and blue and red ink. Initialled in pencil and dated 3/11/43. Photocopies of sheet made - A3 and left hand side scanned image stitched together - see i3 (left hand half only) List of names: List of Employees– Overs and Unders return – 30/10/1943 SEC Ballarat Branch 1 Pyle NT 2 O’Donnell T 3 Prisk J 4 McDonald GJ 5 Furlong P 6 Preston H 7 McWilliam N 8 Bartlett C 9 Mason R 10 Van Berkel S 11 Young CE 12 Jolly At 13 Bodey HG 14 Johnston A 15 Ford EJ 16 Brown GC 17 Young T 18 Irving J 19 McLachlan D 20 White CF 21 Knight H 22 Bowden F 23 Scott S 24 Ellis AE 25 Sewell RW 26 Young JC 27 McCormack J 28 Eltringham E 29 Purdue A 30 Satchell GH 31 Smerdon J 32 Scruse F 33 McGann V 34 Morrow R 35 Reynolds S 36 Hall G 37 Strickland L 38 Skurrie 39 Paull J 40 Atikins B 41 Mitchell S 42 Browne M 43 Cheney J 44 Lawrence A 45 Doncaster T 46 Hudson T 47 Ritchie ME 48 Harrison J 49 Horbury T 50 Moss H 51 Tonkin P 52 Tucker V (Verna May Tucker - email of 23-9-2020 - 1914-2001 from [email protected]) 53 Denmead KI 54 Etty CC 55 Spielvogel J 56 Wightwick J 57 Jakobi EA 58 Egan V 59 Dixon DA 60 Cole M 61 Chibnall L 62 Grundell HP 63 Duke F Fox A (no number alongside)In pencil "Miss Gullock" ?? crossed out and "Mr. Munro"tickets, fares, employees, conductors, motormen, conductresses, uniforms

SEC Buttons used on Regional Tramways UniformsA collection of nine brass, silver plated buttons as used by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria on Tramways uniforms 1921 State Electricity Commission of Victoria, with the Southern Cross on a shield over a clenched fist releasing electric power. On back of button is "Made by Stokes & Sons Melbourne.tram, button, stokes & sons, sec, bendigo

BHS CollectionProvincial Tramways Ticket: Cream Ticket with brown print with State Electricity Commission of Victoria Provincial Tramways. A hole is punched on the * in* side. Printed is *Not transferable, This check must be shown on demand or another fare paid. 18c. Issued subject to the by-laws. Ticket No. A (in black ink) is 208625.* On the back is a picture of a person and *Electricity makes life easier!* Box 625government, state, state electricity commission of vic, state electricity commission of victoria provincial tramways

The State Electricity Commission of Victoria published a journal every second month for all its workers throughout Victoria. Each 'project' reported their news, giving an update on work, sport, technical achievements, social gatherings, personal notices etc. The S.E.C. Journal included a regular section for the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme titled "Kiewa Keynotes" giving an insight into life & an update on the work on the project and the reporting of new clubs, services etc. being formed. It also reported on many of the people living there. Eg. Feb.-Mar. 1955 Cover "Packhorses get supply to Kiewa's survey outposts - Pg. 2. S.E.C.V. Journals covering the period of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Each journal is about 33 pages with a soft card board or glossy paper cover. The earlier journals were plain with one colour and white , the later ones had a photo on the front. The journals were identified by Vol. & No. and months and year. state electricity commission of victoria. kiewa hydro electric scheme. kiewa valley. bogong. mt beauty. dams. power stations.

The State Electricity Commission of Victoria constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme from 1938 to 1961. The Scheme included three power stations, dams, tunnels and was becoming a popular tourist destination with Falls Creek Ski field within its boundaries.This leaflet was published by the SECV to ensure all visitors to the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme were made aware of safety measures with regard to their driving and to bush fires. These were necessary as the area was unique with driving on mountainous roads, changeable and extreme weather and the threat of bush fires. The gatehouse existed during construction, when the SECV was in charge, as a restriction to entry to the Scheme for SECV workers and those with permission to enter. The SECV controlled the area so in case of accident, the SECV was the body to contact not eg. the police.Small white and green leaflet made from one sheet of glossy paper and folded in half. Front cover has the title in the middle, the SECV emblem at the centre top and across the bottom is a message to read the inside pages which are safety messages for driving and bush fires. The back cover has a RACV road map of Kiewa and its 'works' including the Gatehouse which was the entrance to the scheme.The map also has an insert of the main roads & nearby cities. state electricity commission of victoria; kiewa hydro electric scheme; gatehouse; safety rules; kiewa

The State Electricity Commission of Victoria's Home Advisory Service prepared this booklet to advise and inform women on the use of cooking with an electric frying pan. The SECV sold electrical appliances at their showrooms throughout regional Victoria, one of which was located at Mt Beauty.The SECV constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme employing many workers. They built the township of Bogong and Mt Beauty and assisted with the infrastructure to support the influx of population. In the Mt Beauty shopping centre, one of the shops was the SEC Showroom which sold electrical appliances and gave advice on their uses. This booklet gives advice and information on electric frypans.Purple, black and white 16 page booklet with a cardboard cover and held together with 2 staples. The red title is at the top of the cover and below, in black, a plate, knife and fork with a purple and black lace background.Cover: Prepared by the Home Advisory Service of the SECV.state electricity commission of victoria. cooking. electrical appliance. food. electric frypan.

The State Electricity Commission of Victoria constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric scheme from the 1930's to 1960's during which time power cables were made to carry power from the Power stations to the switch yards and beyond to the towns and houses.These sample power cables indicate the types of power lines used in the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme and the amount of voltage that they carry.3 transmission cables of different width used for transmitting different amounts of power on different size power lines.The thinnest cable consists of a centre piece of wire covered by a layer of twisted wires. The middle sized cable has 4 layers of twisted wires around the centre piece and the thickest cable has 5 layers of twisted wires around the centre piece.The thickest cable has a plastic strip with 330.000 Volt Cable inscribed on it.state electricity commission of victoria. power lines. cables. kiewa hydro electric scheme. electricity.

A collection of Christmas recipes issued by the State Electricity Commission in 1954.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis5p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, christmas cooking

A collection of vegetable recipes issued by the State Electricity Commission in 1958.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis3p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, vegetable cooking

A collection of dessert recipes issued by the State Electricity Commission in 1958.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis4p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, desserts, puddings

A collection of soup recipes issued by the State Electricity Commission in 1958.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis4p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, soups

A collection of soup recipes issued by the State Electricity Commission in 1960.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis5p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, easter cooking

A collection of summer recipes, salads and desserts, issued by the State Electricity Commission in 1961.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis7p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, salads

A collection of recipes issued by the State Electricity Commission in the 1960s. These recipes are from a cooking demonstration at the SEC.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis2p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books

A collection of recipes for cake baking issued by the State Electricity Commission in the 1960s. Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis4p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, baking

A collection of recipes for scone making issued by the State Electricity Commission in the 1960s. Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis5p. Typed and photocopied text.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, scones

A collection of Christmas recipes issued by the Demonstration Section of the State Electricity Commission in the 1960s. Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis16p. Typed and photocopied text, colour cover.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books, christmas cooking

Tested recipes, No.9. 1960s: popular dishes from the weekly SEC television shows "Fun with Food" and "What's Cooking". Includes a variety of recipes.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis12p. Typed and photocopied text, colour cover.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books

A recipe book containing recipes from some of Melbourne's leading restaurants in the 1960s: Latin, La Popotte, Capers, Society and Two Faces.Part of a collection of recipe books from Laurence N. Lewis19 p., illus.non-fictioncookbooks, recipe books

Conversion tables from the 1960s when Australia converted to metric. he card converts temperature from Fahrenheit to celsius (State Electricity Commission) and the magnet cooking measurements (Pyrex Corning)2 Metric conversion tables, one printed on card, the second is a fridge magnet.conversion tables, metric conversion, metric measurement

The construction and development of the Kiewa Hydro scheme showing its construction and the people in work and play during its duration. It also shows the development of Mt Beauty and Bogong townships. The films were used as News Reels, Tourist Information and Entertainment.This VHS is a snap shot in time (1990) when the Kiewa Valley was still relatively under populated and holiday houses owned by city bound workers was still relatively insignificant. As more and more holiday makers retire to a small but friendly region(Kiewa Valley and Mount Beauty) the increase in visitor numbers will affect the local rural bush scene more and more. The changes that will occur (in time) can be measured against the scenes presented in this video. The additional resources provided by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria of "alpine bush" fire control and management, together with an ongoing educational scheme for school children in learning about what constitutes the Alpine country's unique environment, are a very important offshoot, benefitting to both the communitieThe DVD is nestled within a formed inner structure (case), which not only prevents the disc from moving to and fro but also unnecessary intrusion of foreign particles.This DVD is a TDK data/video recordable single sided 4.7 GB disc.It is a 1-16x speed.audio visual, kiewa history, educational

Surveying under the prevailing conditions at this time was an arduous and demanding task. There were no roads beyond Tawonga and access was by bridle tracks, on foot or horseback. This camp was to provide accommodation to those men who were surveying the road from South Tawonga to the Bogong High Plains which was commenced in April, 1938. The actual work was undertaken by the Country Roads Board, on behalf of the State Electricity Commission, using three Caterpillar diesel crawler tractors equipped with Kay Bruneriei (Brunner) lhydraulically operated trailbuilders (angle dozers)This photograph shows the primitive living conditions that were endured by those carrying out the initial field investigations and surveys for the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. It is possibly one of the few photographs in existence of this camp and of the very rustic timber foot bridge across the West Kiewa river. It has been taken from approx. 100m up Simmonds Creek Road. A black and white photograph showing a small, timber foot bridge across the West Kiewa River. There is a man standing on the bridge and two small huts on the far side of the river, against a backdrop of Mt. Beauty and Mt. Bogong.At the top of the photograph, handwritten in black ink is the inscription "Kiewa River and Surveyor's Camp 25/8/38". The number 4 is stamped towards the right upper corner. On the back, in a circle, about 1.3cm in diameter, are the words "Kodak Print". The word "Velox" is faintly discernible on the back as well.surveyor, tawonga, west kiewa river, bridge, camp, secv

This photograph was taken in August, 1938 some eight years prior to the establishment of Mt. Beauty as a township. The area was still being used for grazing, and the land was eventually acquired from the local land owners by the State Electricity Commission. The construction of the road, from Tawonga to the High Plains, was commenced in April of this year. This allowed men and heavy equipment to be transported to the work sites for the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme This photograph is important as it shows the upper Kiewa Valley as it was before the establishment of the town of Mt. Beauty. The land has been cleared of natural growth and has been used for grazing cattle. By 1946 housing construction had commenced for the new town of Mt. Beauty and by 1948 street construction in the southern part of the town was completed as far as Hill Street.A black and white photograph of farmland with Mt. Emu in the background. This has been taken from where Mt. Beauty township now stands prior to road making and the erection of houses. A line of trees below the hill line indicates the position of the East Kiewa River. (No. 5 in a set of 8) Handwritten in black ink on the upper left corner of the photograph is the inscription 'Kiewa 25/8/38' and the number 5 has been stamped on the upper right hand corner. On the back is the word 'Velox' which is the name of the photographic paper on which the photo was developed.road construction, kiewa, tawonga, mt. beauty, secv

This photograph was taken in August, 1938 at the time of road making in the area and some eight years prior to the establishment of Mt. Beauty township. The area was still being used for grazing, and the land was eventually acquired from the local land owners by the State Electricity Commission. The construction of the road, from Tawonga to the High Plains, was commenced in April of this year. This allowed men and heavy equipment to be transported to the work sites for the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. An important photograph as it shows the upper Kiewa Valley as it was before the establishment of the town of Mt. Beauty. The land had been cleared of natural growth and has been used for grazing cattle. By 1946 housing construction had commenced for the new town of Mt. Beauty and by 1948 street construction in the southern part of the town was completed as far as Hill Street.A black and white photograph taken in the upper Kiewa Valley showing farmland with a group of three unidentified people sitting on the grass.Handwritten in black ink is the inscription 'Kiewa 25/8/1938'. In the right corner of the photograph has been stamped the number 6. On the back in a circle, some 14mm across, are the words 'Kodak Print'. The word Velox is also printed on the back.kiewa, mt. beauty, construction, grazing, secv