The foundation stone for the new church was laid by the then Prime Minister, Mr R G Menzies, in 1953. The tender of 13,300 pounds submitted by Mr R S Grills was accepted in 1952. Work was completed in November 1958. The cost of the carpets was met by the Ladies' Guild and the windows in the children's chapel were given in memory of the Rev T W Leggatt by members of his family. The Rev T J Riddle was the minister at Glen Iris Presbyterian Church from 1941 - 1956.Oblong brass commemorative plaque with black text and holes at each corner."TO THE GLORY OF GOD" "THIS BUILDING WAS OPENED FOR WORSHIP ON NO.21ST 1953" "MINISTER - REV. T.J.RIDDLE B.A." "ARCHITECT - KEITH REID A.R.A.I.A." "DIP. M.U.A.A. BUILDER - R.J.GRILLS"rev t j riddle, presbyterian moderator, rev t j riddle presbyterian minister, glen iris presbyterian church, r s grills builder, keith reid architect

Shakyamuni Buddha is a name given to the historical Buddha. It is depicted here seating in meditation on a lotus throne. His legs are crossed in the lotus position. His right hand is holding an alms bowl, signifying care and compassion for all beings. His left hand touches the ground in a gesture (bhumisparsha mudra) calling the earth to witness his determination to achieve enlightenment, despite the temptations of the evil goddess Mara.Brass Buddha statue, with head and face painted in a traditional Tibetan way.buddhist art, tibetan buddhism, holy objects, statues

Arch-shaped brass plaque etched black calligraphy for church centenary."Port Melbourne Methodist Church Graham St. 1960. This Plaque commemorates the 100th year of this Church Building 1860 - 1960. Unveiled and Dedicated This 10th Day of April 1960 The occasion being the 106th Church Anniversary By our loved Minister Rev William J Turner. To The Glory of God"port melbourne methodist church graham street

Wooden board with brass plaques 1995-1997, 2001 paper pasted on.

Wooden Handled steel Corkscrew with steel pick and brass ring on handlestawell

Two Brass and Blue enamelled Stawell School of Mines & Industries Badgestawell

Gimlet - Small brass container that unscrews containing 4 pieces toolsstawell

Used for uniforms at the initial establishment of the Post Master Generals Department (Australia) 1901. Staff wore uniforms depicting they belong to the postal service. Used for uniforms in the initial establishment of the Post Master Generals Department circa 1901. round brass button with round ring attachment at reverse for affixing to clothing. Inscribed - Post Master Generals Department with an etched crown in he middle of the button. 1901 post master generals department, australia postal service

Appears to be a 2nd AIF plaque which may have belonged to SGT Robert Henry Baxter.An item which refers to the 2nd Australian imperial force and WW2.Solid Brass plaque from mold, World War 2 era Plaque comprised of 2 areas(not parts) . Upper ,rising sun emblem marked "AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH MILITARY FORCES" with the number 2 under the crown. Lower, with lettering "A.I.F" on top of a tin helmet. Back of plaque has no markings, is uneven from molding process and has not been filed to a smooth finish. rising sun badge, 2nd aif

Brass A.I.F. hat badge depicting a rising sun with a crown inset.Australian Commonwealth Military Forces.numismatics, badges

Item came from the Mitcham RSL's Collection when the sub branch closed on 16/01/2014Brass Badge worn on the arm of a soldier who has been woundedThe Wounded Stripe Prof. No4. Patnumismatics, badges, military history, army

From the Betty McPhee writing equipment collectionBrass letter opener with a stylised dragons head joined on to the blade of the opener.commerce, office equipment / stationery, domestic items, writing equipment

Part of Mitcham RSL collection (WW2)Brass shell casing inscribed with Chinese and Japanese characters forming a vase,See Supplementary file (5303)ww2, trench art, japan, mitcham rsl, vase

59 brass cartridges linked by spring metal clips. (Various types ) (Various Cartridges) MF L2A2 63, CAC L2A2 63, MF 79 F4, MF L2A2 78, MF 80 FA

This bugle appears to have come from Kingdom of Württemberg, Germany.Brass bugle with Württemberg middle arms on top of bell and Yamaha mouthpiece"furchtlos und trew" on middle arms "Yamaha, Japan, 12" on mouthpiece "F.R. 122" engraved on rim of bell.bugle, brass, württemberg

Small brass photograph frame with picture of W W 1 soldier.France 1st Oct 1918.

Brown binder with picture of a patrol boat on the cover. Bound with brass screws.non-fictionThis journal required to be kept by Seaman Ratings as a ready reckoner.seamanship, navy, ran, royal australian navy

Leather cartridge belt with brass buckle. Designed to carry shotgun shells.

Pattern 37 web belt with pistol holster. Brass fittings attached.HAROKE 1/722017 CGCF 1968 Large

Warrant Officer 1st class insignia one silver two brassrank insignia

The bugle was used by Light Horse to relay instructions to dispersed troops. MusicBrass bugle with many minor indentations. No markings of any kind visible.bugle, light horse, music

Brass badge with crown on top, wreath sides and letters RAAF in centre.badges, wwii, world war two, raaf

Souvenir of Middle East thought to have been brought home by soldier returning to AustraliaCurved dagger with bone handle with brass scabbard. Made in Middle East

WW2 probably souvenir from New GuineaBrass shell case for a 2 pound round No 1 mark 2Dated 1943