During WW1 soldiers communicated with family in Australia. When they were not required 'in-the-field' they occupied themselves with souvenirs and art work. This includes his ration book and tickets, and artwork consisting of 2 leaves, a fan and Xmas Card all attached to a white piece of paper. This collection may have been attached to the paper by family in Australia or by Percy before his return.Pte. Percy Sutton No. 3942 served in France in WW1. He joined the army on 3rd August 1915, aged 19 years and 5 months and was in the 8th Battalion. He was a railway employee, son of Margaret Sutton of William St, Wodonga. He was 5 feet 7and a half inches tall and a Methodist. He was discharged on 13th April 1919. He was born on 27th January 1897, the son of George and Margaret (nee McIntyre) Sutton. He returned to Wodonga. He died on 29th May 1971 at Mt Beauty in the Kiewa Valley. Attached to white paper a collection of souvenirs from WW1. It includes a Ration book and tickets, 2 gum leaves with French coloured ribbons, a fan inscribed with 'Forget me Not' and a 'Christmas Greetings' Card.On the Ration book - "Sutton, P. Pte. No. 3942". End of Leave or Duty: "7-1-19". Signed: "G.E.Tait" Stamped: "No. 1 Command Sutton Veny"pte. percy sutton, ww1 soldier

The Royal Australian Navy Uniforms are based on the uniform of the Royal Navy. They reflect traditions that can be traced back to the Royal Navy (England) and demonstrate the relationship between the two. This bib is one of four parts to a Naval Ratings Uniform.This bib is one part of a naval ratings uniform which consists of four parts. The uniform is representative of the Royal Australian Navy uniform and can be traced to the Royal Navy (England). The complete uniform shows the connection between Australia and England since European settlement.Cream cotton twill bib with navy blue trim around neck and over shoulders in square shape. Fastened at the waist with two long ribbons which are attached to both the front and reverse of the bib.Inscribed on both the front and reverse of the interior bottom hem: “D. HILL”navy, ran, royal australian navy, naval bib, naval ratings bib, naval ratings uniform, military uniform, j.m. parsons, parsons, j parsons

This Roo BC overlay was worn by Colin Simon int he 1970s and 1980s, and documents the wealth of club activities undertaken by one of the earliest gay motorcycle clubs in Sydney, NSW, Australia.Sleeveless blue denim jacket, or overlay, with yellow and green ribbon trim on the sleeve holes, and a large number of cotton patches, as well as metal and enamel badges on the front, and a large club patch on the back.motorcycle club, gay

The power of the lens, +7.50 DS, suggests this might be a magnifying lens for near work rather than a quizzer for distance vision.Round gold rimmed quizzer with machine engraved lens rim. Turned ornamental stem with a small engraved swivelling ring at its end for a cord or ribbon. The lens is glass of power of +7.50 DS.

The first Buninyong municipality was established in 1858. The paper for the book was donated by Ballarat Paper Mills Pty Ltd.Cream soft covered booklet with yellow ribbon. The book includes notice of the special meeting, minutes of the 1st and 2nd meeting of the Buninyong District Road Board, images of Archibald Fisken, scenes of Buninyong.'Cr D.K. Coxall'buninyong, archibald fisken, john adams, j macdermott, shire of buninyong

This lady’s cotton nightgown is an example of the dressmaking and lacework skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire c1900 and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families A lady's long white cotton nightdress with long sleeves , heart shaped neckline,and lace bodice.fastened with mother of pearl button. The cuffs have wide lace edging and ribbon insert lace midriff.clothing, crochet, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork, lacework, moorabbin shire, bentleigh, mckinnon, hunt ailsa, dairy farms, fruit orchards

Nylon became a popular, easy care material for clothing in City of Moorabbin in 1950's Flowers, shapes and patterns could be pressed into the material during manufacture and it required no ironing.This Nylon baby dress is typical of the widespread use of this popular synthetic material in the City of Moorabbin c1960 due to the its easy care and prettiness A Maude Wilson Style Baby nylon pale blue dress size 1 with press stud fasteners, lace trim, puff sleeves with blue ribbon and pale blue pink appliqued flowers clothing, baby, nylon, machine pressed designs, layette, knitting,craftwork, wool, early settlers, city of moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, moorabbin, post war settlers, world war 11 1939-40 sharp valma,

RAAF Group Captain Carmichael #31244 with ribbons, Air Force Cross, 39-45 star, Pacific Star, Brit. War Medal (+MID), Australian Service Medal, Air Efficiency Award).uniform, raaf

Clothing. Camisole. Ivory coloured cotton with crocheted cotton top section and short sleeves with crocheted rosettes, Front opening with four buttons. Light blue ribbon tie threaded around neckline.costume, female, underwear

Gilbert Rule Collection: black and white small oval photo in folder. Young girl, head shot only, with hair parted on side, with dark hair band and ribbons visible on side of head.Bartlett Bros., Bendigoperson, individual, gilbert rule

Stained timber frame, dark green matt board conatining photo of Justin having cup of water poured over head. Two Silver service medals with ribbons and service record in Vietnamd6n04, justin, tracker dogs, 7 rar, pte tom blackhurst, australian army training team

The Rotary Foundation's aim is to advance understanding, goodwill and peace.Paul Harris Fellow medal Rotary Medal & lapel button held in a black & gold box. A round gold coloured medal with Rotary symbol in the centre, hanging from a yellow & blue ribbonpat grainger, awards and presentations, the rotary foundation

gold painted light timber shaped like a 21st celebration key with green and yellow ribbons inscribed: 21st BIRTHDAY 1934 -1955 NORTH BENDIGO STATE SCHOOL No 1267 MOTHERS CLUB

Red satin garter, green ribbons and off-white lace on edges. Possibly used in 'Wildflower' production in which Gertrude Perry had a leading role. This item is linked to 6201.118, the flowered headpiece.person, bendigo, gertrude perry

Leo Charles Roy Pallamountagne was born at Moyhu, Vic, Aus. and at the time of WW 1 was employed as a farm hand on the property of Mrs Ellen McCormack (nee Power) at Ovens Vale, Victoria, Australia. Ellen's husband, John McCormack, had deceased 1916. Leo was born at Moyhu, Vic. 1899. He enlisted for service abroad on 30/8/1916 and was posted to the 21st Battalion, Serial No. 6829. Leo's next of kin was nominated as Clara Pallamountagne of Benalla, Victoria. Leo's father was listed as "whereabouts unknown" at the time of Leo's enlistment. Leo was wounded in action in France, Oct 1917. Leo returned to Australia on 10th March 1919 and was discharged on 17th April the same year. Leo (or Leon) married Evelyn Mary Paxman in 1922, they had seven children. Leo died on 23rd April, 1941 at the Military Hospital, Caulfield. Address in 1931 was Pier Street, Dromana. Occupation, Civil Servant Address in 1936 was Tresco, Victoria, Occupation, OrchardistMemorabilia of Leo Pallamountagne War Service on Western Front, France, 1917. Postcard of card and light gauze cloth upon which is embroided six flags in national colours flanking a rising sun plus wording in red on a blue ribbon flourish "For Liberty and Justice 1917"Hand written in pencil Addressed to Mrs J McCormack, Ovens Vale, Victoria, Australia. "France Sept 1917 To the Company just a few lines hoping you are all well as it leaves me at present There is not news here at present but will write again, Your true Friend Leo, Pallamountagnepallamountagne. western front. postcard.

A Gold Heart shaped Medal with Purple Ribbon attached. White Shield with three stars and two bars in red; green olive leaves either side. Raised portrait of man on a purple background.For Military Merit on reverse of Medal.medal

A framed display featuring a blue and white shield with the words Perth on top and Fight and Flourish at the bottom. Also there are two ensigns, a photograph of HMAS Perth. Bottom of the display are three medals and two ribbons.ran, hmas perth, display, cerberus collection

Chairman's insignia designed by Russell Worland. Russell Worland was the secretary of the Hamilton Water Authority and Hamilton Sewerage Authority and became the secretary of the Hamilton Water Board. Kevin Safe was an engineer and later became CEO of Glenelg Water. Hamilton Water Board was constituted in October 1 1983 under the Water and Sewerage Act 1983 and amalgamated Hamilton Waterworks Trust and Hamilton Sewerage Authority. The Board was abolished on July 1 1994 under the Water Act 1989 when it amalgamated with Glenelg-Wannon Water Board, Shire of Glenelg Waterworks Trust and Shire of Mount Rouse Waterworks Trust to form Glenelg Region Water AuthorityMedallion with Insignia worn at official functions.Round silver medallion - with raised symbol of the cornucopia with water coming out of it. The obverse is a representation of pipes. The medallion is attached to light blue and silver striped white taffeta backing ribbon slightly dented "Presented: R Worland KS Safe/ Rocca" ( around rim) "Hamiton /Water /Board" ( Back)water authority, hamilton

Brass hat badges of the 158th Infantry Division Zara a regular infantry division of the Royal Italian Army and a garrison unit stationed on the Dalmation Coast during WW2. It surrendered to the Germans after the Italian surrender to the Allies in September 1943. Badges were often souvenired by Australian soldiers during WW2The 158th Infantry Division Zara was a regular infantry division of the Royal Italian Army during World War II. The Zara Division formed in March 1942, was a garrison division stationed on the Dalmatian coast. It surrendered to the Germans after the Italian surrender to the Allies in September 1943Two brass Italian Army hat badges showing crossed rifles and '158' within a rope circle surmounted by a crown. One badge is mounted on a red, white and green striped ribbon rosette 158ww2, italian army, badge

Thought to have belonged to the same donor who gave us a tunic, item no 00050 and also their unit banner which was carried on Anzac Day. He was a past member of this RSL Sub Branch.Artillery Reunion Tag dated Wed. 29th September 1937. In the shape of the Red and Blue Colour Patch of the 4th Brigade Australian Field Artillery. Numbered No 21 on the reverse. Suspended on a yellow ribbon.

Cased Medal and Clasp plus miniature and ribbon .Approved in 1982 for officers and other ranks who had completed 15 years service with a clasp issued for each 5 years extra service.Pantographed to D. P. Wilkie A225020