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Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Medwell R.L, Richards & Co.Ballarat, Councilor R.L.Medwell,President 1917-18, "Circa 1918"
... in 1910 until 1919.He served one term as Shire President in 1917... Photo. ballarat shire council medwell r j jp president 1917 18 ...Councilor R.L.Medwell was elected as a member of council in 1910 until 1919.He served one term as Shire President in 1917-18.He died on May 2nd 1919. Original Historic Photo.This photo is of Councilor R.L.Medwell,1917-18.Sepia colour,rectangular,in wide plain brown wooden frame with gold trim on inside of frame.Mount is a lighter brown and at the base is a inscribed gold plaque.Late Councilor R.L.Medwell,J.P.President Ballarat Shire Council 1917-18.Died May 2nd 1919.ballarat shire council, medwell r j jp president 1917 18 -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Mitchell, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, J.Mitchell,Councilor 1906
... 1875 and 1898 until 1915.He served two terms as Shire President...Presented by the President to the Ballarat Shire Council... as Shire President,1903-04 and 1909-10. Original Historic Photo ...Councilor J Mitchell was elected to council in1871 until 1875 and 1898 until 1915.He served two terms as Shire President,1903-04 and 1909-10.Original Historic Photo.This photo of Councilor J.Mitchell, is in sepia with grey mount cut rectangular and curved top.It is placed left side of third row of set of photos showing all councilors for 1906. Presented by the President to the Ballarat Shire Council.1906.ballarat shire council, mitchell j, 1871 1875, 1898 1915 -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Folder, Invitations - Jack Lowry
... shire president..., Tatura - Invitations received whilst Shire President of Rodney... President of Rodney Shire Council 1970/71. Also brief Family History ...Presented to Tatura Historical Society In. by Jack Lowry, Tatura - Invitations received whilst Shire President of Rodney Shire Council 1970/71. Also brief Family HistoryWhite plastic cover, black printing, metal ringsinvitations, lowry j, shire president, rodney shire, shire of rodney, tatura, documents -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Addington photo, Addington Monument
... SHIRE PRESIDENT". (Plaque 2) " ERECTED TO THE MEMORY... SHIRE PRESIDENT". (Plaque 2) " ERECTED TO THE MEMORY ...This Monument was erected in1934,to commemorate the Centenary of the Addington district and its pioneering families. A memorial to the Aborigines in the form of a boomerang was at that time placed on a tree and later resited on the monument. Commemorating the Addington Pioneering families.A monument to commemorate the Centenary of Addington district,erected in memory of each pioneer family.A memorial in memory of the Aborigines in the Shape of a boomerang was placed on a tree at the same time. Over the years the tree died, the boomerang was resited and placed on the monument. (Boomerang)'' IN MEMORY OF THE BLACKS" (Plaque 1) " ERECTED BY A.J. BESELER IN 1994, RESITED BY LEARMONTH AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY UNVEILED ON 1-4-1990 BY Cr.A.R. McDONALD BALLARAT SHIRE PRESIDENT". (Plaque 2) " ERECTED TO THE MEMORY OF THE PIONEERS OF ADDINGTON 1934".1934, addington pioneer monument -
Melton City Libraries
Photograph, Exford, Unknown
... 1867 President (Road Board), Shire President. 1856 coach... 1867 President (Road Board), Shire President. 1856 coach house ...1867 President (Road Board), Shire President. 1856 coach house – skillion dairy. First two storey house in rural Victoria 1842. Rammed earth Shearers quarters Exford Homestead on Werribee River (formerly Exe River) Home of Simon Staughton, arrived 1841 local identities, pioneer families -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo-J.Dickie/Councilors, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, J.Dickie.President, and Councilors 1911-1912, "Circa 1912"
... This photo depicts Shire President J.Dickie Esq.J.P.1911-12...Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq. J.P... Street Learmonth goldfields This photo depicts Shire President ...This photo depicts Shire President J.Dickie Esq.J.P.1911-12,and councilors J.Baird,(J.P),J.Feery (J.P),D.Walton,(J.P),J.Mitchell,(J.P.)M.Ryan,(J.P.).H.W.Symons (J.P.),J.Troup,T.Jones,(Secretary and Engineer)H.T.Hughes,(Rate Collector) and R.L.Medwell.It was presented to the Ballarat Shire Council by President J.Dickie.Esq.J.P. Original Historic Photo or 1911-12.Photo depicting President J.Dickie and councilors.Set in light brown frame with decorative sculpture on inner edge, mount is a light pinkish tan and decorated with white/blue/brown decorative features. Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq. J.P. President, 1911-12.ballarat shire council, medwell r l, ryan m, mitchell j, symons h w, dickie j esq j p, 1911 12, feery j, walton d, troup j, jones t secretary engineer, hughes h t rate collector, baird j -
Orbost & District Historical Society
woman's lace collar, c. 1900
... Mrs John Draffin was the wife of a Shire President... gippsland Mrs John Draffin was the wife of a Shire President ...Mrs John Draffin was the wife of a Shire President of Orbost Shire Council. She is reported to have made this lace herself. The design might have been copied from a book of laces.Associated with the wife of an early resident of Orbost who was Shire President. A large white cotton lace collar, roughly rectangular in shape, made from tape lace and with decorative infills. This collar is very pretty and beautifully made. tape-lace lace-collar women's-clothing -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Baird,D. 1934, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, Councilor David Baird. 1934-1935, 1935 (exact)
... 1928 to 1960,and was Shire President in 1931-32,1940-41,1946... was elected to council 1928 to 1960,and was Shire President in 1931 ...This photo of Councilor David Baird,is part of a composite photo of all Councilors for 1934-1935. He was elected to council 1928 to 1960,and was Shire President in 1931-32,1940-41,1946-47,1956-57. Original Historic Photo of Councilors for the year 1934-1935.Photo of Councilor David Baird.(on grey mount), situated top right hand corner of composite photo of all councilors for 1934-1935.Collection of photos of Councilors 1934-1935.shire, ballarat, council, baird, 1934 1935, david, councilor -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Crosthwaite.R,W, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, Crosthwaite, R.W. Councilor 1934-1935, 1935 (exact)
... , as a member, to council 1928-47,and was Shire President in 1935...,and was Shire President in 1935-36,1941-42. Original Historic Photo ...This photo of Councilor R.W.Crosthwaite,(J.P.) forms part of a composite photo of all Councilors for 1934-1935.He was elected, as a member, to council 1928-47,and was Shire President in 1935-36,1941-42. Original Historic Photo of Councilors for the Year 1934-1935.This Photo Of Councilor R.W.Crosthwaite,(J.P.)on grey mount, is situated left hand side, middle row,of composite photo of all councilors for the year 1934-1935.Collection of photos for the year 1934-1935.shire, council, 1934 1935, crosthwaite, r w j p ballarat -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Wheeler.H.J, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, Wheeler,H.J. Councilor 1934-1935, 1935 (exact)
... , as a member, to council 1932-46,and was Shire President 1937-38...,and was Shire President 1937-38 and 1943-44. Original Historic Photo ...This photo of Councilor H.J.Wheeler forms part of a composite collection of all Councilors for 1934-1935.He was elected, as a member, to council 1932-46,and was Shire President 1937-38 and 1943-44.Original Historic Photo of Councilors for the 1934-1935 year.Photo of Councilor H.J. Wheeler, on grey mount, bottom left hand corner of composite photo of all Councilors for the year 1934 - 1935.Collection of council photos for the year 1934-1935.shire, ballarat, council, 1934 1935, councilor, wheeler, h j -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - White.R.T, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, White R.T. Councilor 1934-1935, 1935 (exact)
... , as a member, to council 1928-46,and was Shire President 1936-37...,and was Shire President 1936-37 and 1942-43. Original Historic Photo ...This photo of Councilor R.T.White forms part of a composite collection of all Councilors for 1934-1935.He was elected, as a member, to council 1928-46,and was Shire President 1936-37 and 1942-43.Original Historic Photo of Councilors for the 1934-1935 year. Photo of Councilor R.T.White, on grey mount,second from right,bottom row,of composite photo of all Councilors for the year 1934-1935.Collection of council photos for the year 1934-1935.shire, ballarat, council, white, 1934 1935, r t -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Ryan, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, Councilor M.Ryan J.P.1911-12
... in1897-1915 and 1918-53.He was appointed Shire President in 1902... elected to council in1897-1915 and 1918-53.He was appointed Shire ...Councilor Matthew John Ryan was first elected to council in1897-1915 and 1918-53.He was appointed Shire President in 1902-08-14-23-32-38-44-50Original Historic PhotoSepia photo,oval in shape,of Councilor Matthew John Ryan J.P.Set in pinkish/tan mount with some decorative features surounding photo.It is on left side of middle row of collection of photos of all councilors for 1911-12.Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq.J.P.President, 1911-12.ballarat shire council, ryan matthew john j p, 1897 1915, 1918 1953 -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo-Dalgleish, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, J.Dalgleish,Councilor, "Circa 1886"
... Shire President for three terms, 1869-70,1883-84,1884-85.....He was appointed Shire President for three terms, 1869 ...Councilor John Dalgliesh was elected as a member of council in 1866 until 1872 and again in 1880 until 1887.He was appointed Shire President for three terms, 1869-70,1883-84,1884-85.Origin Historic photo which is part of a composite photo of councilors for the year 1885-86.Photo of Councilor John Dalgleish in sepia.It is oval and set at top right of light grey horse shoe shaped mount which is on a deeper grey mount,it has a gold edging around mount." PRESENTED BY THE PRESIDENT,G. RENNIE ESQ. TO THE BALLARAT SHIRE COUNCIL. 1885-86."1885 1886, ballarat shire council, dalgleish john -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Charles. J.A, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, Charles, J.A.(J.P.),Councilor 1934-1935, 1935 (exact)
... was elected,as a member,to council in 1924 - 1935,and was Shire...,and was Shire President 1927-28 and 1933-34. Original Historic Photo ...This Photo of Councilor J.A.Charles,(J.P.),forms part of a composite collection of all Councilors for 1934-1935. He was elected,as a member,to council in 1924 - 1935,and was Shire President 1927-28 and 1933-34. Original Historic Photo of Councilors for the 1934 - 1935 year.Photo Councilor J.A.Charles,(J.P.),on grey mount,situated right hand side of middle row of composite photo of Councilors for the year 1934-1935. Collection of Council photos for the year 1934-1935.shire, ballarat, charles, council, 1934 1935, j a j p -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo- Purcell/Councilors, Richards & Co.Ballarat, W.Purcell,President,and Councilors,1906, "C1906"
... This Collection Of Photos shows the Shire President...Presented by the President to the Ballarat Shire Council... the Shire President W.Purcell and Councilors J.P.Spiers,R.J.Dobson ...This Collection Of Photos shows the Shire President W.Purcell and Councilors J.P.Spiers,R.J.Dobson,M.Ryan,J.M.Feery,J.Baird,J.Mitchell, H.W.Symons,J.Lester,and staff,H.T.Hughes,Valuer and Collector, and C.T.Jones,Secretary and engineer,for the year 1906. Original Historic Photo.Photos are sepia set on grey mount within a black,wide, frame.The frame has "beading" effect on outer edge then a narrow band of sculptured gold flowers and leaves,and sculptured inner edge. The central photo of,Councilor W.Purcell, is surounded by a shaped cream border.The photos are oval, rectangular and rectangular with curved top in shape.Around the central photo a decorative design is painted. Presented by the President to the Ballarat Shire Council 1906.purcell w, councilors 1906 ballarat shire council -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Medwell.R.L, Richards & Co Photos, Mr.R.L.Medwell.Learmonth ANA Branch No 75, "Circa 1912"
... of the Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.He also served on the Ballarat Shire... and was Shire President in 1917-18. This photo is a section of original ...In 1912 Mr. R.L.Medwell was a valuable member of the Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.He also served on the Ballarat Shire Council and was elected in 1910 serving until 1919 and was Shire President in 1917-18. This photo is a section of original collection of photos which depict members of the 1912 Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.Black and white photo of Mr. R.L.Medwell,oval in shape and set in a brown woodgrain look mount.It is in the second row and third from the right.Decorative features painted in white are to the left of frame and his name is inscribed in white at the base of photo,It is part of a collection of photos showing all 1912 members of Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.LEARMONTH ANA BRANCH NO 75. PRESENTED TO C.MEDWELL EQ. BY HIS FELLOW MEMBERS AS A MARK OF ESTEEM & APPRECIATION OF VALUABLE SERVICES RENDERED TO THE BRANCH AS SECRETARY. LEARMONTH 1912.medwell r l 1912, ballarat shire councilor 1910 1919, learmonth ana branch no 75 -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Eltham - Ex-Shire President A.F.C. Glover presenting Shire President's Gavel to Councillor J.O. White, 1972
... Eltham - Ex-Shire President A.F.C. Glover presenting Shire...shire president...Farewelling Eltham Shire Councillor and Ex-President Albert... melbourne Farewelling Eltham Shire Councillor and Ex-President ...Farewelling Eltham Shire Councillor and Ex-President Albert F.C. Glover presents the Shire President gavel to Councillor J. O. White, with Mrs Glover looking on. Cr Glover served residents of the Montmorency ward from 1967. Cr White was also on the Council from 1967.This photo forms part of a collection of photographs gathered by the Shire of Eltham for their centenary project book, "Pioneers and Painters: 100 years of the Shire of Eltham" by Alan Marshall (1971). The collection of over 500 images is held in partnership between Eltham District Historical Society and Yarra Plenty Regional Library (Eltham Library) and is now formally known as 'The Shire of Eltham Pioneers Photograph Collection.' It is significant in being the first community sourced collection representing the places and people of the Shire's first one hundred years.Digital imagesepp, shire of eltham pioneers photograph collection, cr. a.f.c. glover, cr. j.o. white, mrs glover, shire president, shireof eltham, municipal government, local government, councillors -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Series Listing, Fraser Faithfull et al, Series 12: Councillors' Social Functions, 231 colour negatives, 2000
... of Council Year Dinner 1990; Shire President's Dinner Dance (June... of Council Year Dinner 1990; Shire President's Dinner Dance (June ...Series consists of 231 colour negatives documenting three Councillor social functions : Past Councillors Dinner 1990; End of Council Year Dinner 1990; Shire President's Dinner Dance (June?) 1991.shire of eltham archives, series listing -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Newspaper - Folder, A Look at Local Government, July 27, 1976
... . Includes photos, Statement by the Shire President, Profiles.... Includes photos, Statement by the Shire President, Profiles ...Supplement to Diamond Valley News, Tuesday, July 27, 1976. Includes photos, Statement by the Shire President, Profiles of Councilors, articles and information on community services. Folder 70 from Harry Gilham Collection. 8 pageseltham living and learning centre, don maling, bill hale, peter graham, allan horsley, robert marshall, graham bride, frank maas, norm williams, arthur traynor, w. r. featherston, community services, diamond valley news, shire of eltham, 1976 -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Ryan M.J. (J.P), Thornton Richards & Co, Ryan.M.J.(J.P.) Councilor 1942-43, Circa 1943"
... M.J.Ryan (J.P.), was elected as a member of Ballarat Shire.... He was elected Shire President in 1902-03,1908-09,1914 ...M.J.Ryan (J.P.), was elected as a member of Ballarat Shire Council in 1897 to 1915,and 1918 to 1953. He was elected Shire President in 1902-03,1908-09,1914-15,1923-24,1932-33,1938-39, 1944-45,1950-51.Original Historic Photo of all councilors for the year 1942-43.Sepia photo,rectangular with curved top,of Councilor M.J.Ryan,(J.P.), situated left side of second row of collection of photos of all councilors for the year 1942-43.Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council by Councilor R.T.White,(J.P.),President 1942-43.ballarat shire council, ryan m j j p, 1942 43 -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph - copy, Royal Couple 1954, 1954
... and friends, Shire President Mr Brewer...., families and friends, Shire President Mr Brewer. Royal Visit 1954 ...Copy of photograph of Queen Elizabeth 2 and Duke of Edinburgh about to leave Tatura Station after replying to address of welcome. Dignitaries in background include Councillors, families and friends, Shire President Mr Brewer.Black and white photograph of Royal couple at Tatura Station 1954on back: Royal visit 1954royal visit 1954, queen elizaebeth 2 -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Hughes, Richards & Co. Photos Ballaarat, H.T.Hughes,Rate Collector.1911-12, "Circa 1912"
... Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq.J.P... to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq.J.P. President, 1911-12. Sepia ...For rhe council year 1911-12, Mr.H.T.Hughes was the Rate Collector.Original HIstoric Photo.Sepia photo,rectangular with curved top, of Mr.H.T.Hughes (Rate Collector).Set in pinkish/tan mount with decorative features of flowers ind tan,blue and white around top. It is second from right, bottom row of collection of photos of councilors and staff for 1911-12.Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq.J.P. President, 1911-12.ballarat shire council, hughes h t rate collector 1911 12 -
City of Greater Bendigo - Civic Collection
Ceremonial object - Shire of Marong President Medallion, P Blashki & Sons
... Shire of Marong President Medallion...PRESIDENT / SHIRE OF MARONG / DIEU ET MON DROIT / INDUSTRIA... City. Shire of Marong Marong Presidents Medal City of Greater ...The first local government authority for Marong was the Marong Road District (an early form of single-purpose local government), which was proclaimed on 19 August 1860. Its boundary was altered twice in 1862 and on 12 December 1864 it was re designated as a shire. It absorbed Raywood Borough in 1915, and was proclaimed a Rural City in 1990. On 2 December 1994, with the creation of Greater Bendigo City Council, it was abolished by being amalgamated with Bendigo City, Eaglehawk Borough, Huntly Shire, part of McIvor Shire, part of Metcalfe Shire and Strathfieldsaye Shire to form Greater Bendigo City.Manufactured by Blashki and Son this circular medal hangs from a royal blue gosgrain ribbon. The medallion has a gold edging with blue enamel outer band. Centre depicts Australia coat of arms and the Shire of Marong coat of arms.PRESIDENT / SHIRE OF MARONG / DIEU ET MON DROIT / INDUSTRIAshire of marong, marong presidents medal, city of greater bendigo ceremonial item -
Orbost & District Historical Society
menu, 1916
... at the Mechanics' Hall. F.A. Nixon was the Shire President. The toast list... at the Mechanics' Hall. F.A. Nixon was the Shire President. The toast list ...This event was held on 12th January, 1916 and was held at the Mechanics' Hall. F.A. Nixon was the Shire President. The toast list included toasts to the king, the commonwealth and state parliaments as well as to the pioneers and old soldiers of East Gippsland.This item reflects an event held in Orbost in the early 20th century.A small white menu with black print. On the front are the details of the event, a state parliamentary party dinner with the Orbost Shire emblem at the top. On the back is the menu and the toast list.menu shire-orbost parliamentary-dinner -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Greenhills and North Greensborough Progress Association, Community News: official journal of the Greenhills and Nth. Greensborough Progress Association and the Apollo Parkways Progress Association. September 1978. Edition No. 8/78, 09/1978
... Our Mick Chick, Shire President, Churinga, Nicholas and his... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Our Mick Chick, Shire President ...Our Mick Chick, Shire President, Churinga, Nicholas and his family, A search for meaning, Jewish festivals, So women have just gained equality???, This and that, Kinder news, Parent Australia, From the Council Chamber.Newsletter, 15 p., illus.greenhills, apollo parkways progress association, greenhills and north greensborough progress association, apollo parkways -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph, Railway Station Tatura 1954, 1954
... . Accommpanied by Shire President Cr and Mrs G Brewer, Mr Kelly Station... Station, March 1955. Accommpanied by Shire President Cr and Mrs G ...Original photograph of Queen Elizabeth 2 and Duke of Edinburgh arriving on platform of Tatura Railway Station, March 1955. Accommpanied by Shire President Cr and Mrs G Brewer, Mr Kelly Station Master and aides.Black and white photograph of Tatura Railway Station for Royal Visit 1954on back: Tatura Railway Station Royal visit 1954royal visit 1954 -
Learmonth and District Historical Society Inc.
Photo - Stewart G.C, Richards & Co.Ballarat, Councilor G.C Stewart
... Shire Council in 1915 until 1927.He served a term as Shire... a term as Shire President in 1921-22.In 1924-25 he served ...Councilor G.C.Stewart was elected as a member to Ballarat Shire Council in 1915 until 1927.He served a term as Shire President in 1921-22.In 1924-25 he served the balance of term after the death of Councilor D.Walton. Original Historic Photo.This Sepia photo of Councilor G.C.Stewart,is set in wide brown frame with a brown "watermark" mount,rectangular in shape.Ex Councilor G.C.Stewart.ballarat shire council, 1915 1927, stewart g c -
City of Greater Bendigo - Civic Collection
Memorabilia - Two sets of six spoons, 0145.1; c.1991. 0145.2; c. 1987
... President of Strathfieldsaye Shire... 1982 -1987, Strathfieldsaye Shire President from 1985 – 86... 1982 -1987, Strathfieldsaye Shire President from 1985 – 86 ...Alec Sandner was a Strathfieldsaye Shire Councillor from 1982 -1987, Strathfieldsaye Shire President from 1985 – 86 and Mayor of COG Bendigo 2011 - 2012. Helen Sandner served as mayoress during Alec's time on Council. Two sets of six silver spoons with Shire of Strathfieldsaye coat of arms at top of each handle. Each set in a separate red velvet presentation box. 0145.1 Presented to Helen Sandner. 0145.2 Presented to Alec Sandner. 0145.1 Presented to / Helen Sandner, / in recognition of / her services to / the Shire of Strathfieldsaye / 1988 - 1991 0145.2 Presented to / Alec. Sandner / by the Shire of Sthrathfieldsaye, / in recognition of / his 5 years service as a Councillor / with the shire of Strathfieldsaye. / 4th August. 1987sandner collection, mayor alec sandner, helen sandner, shire of strathfieldsaye, president of strathfieldsaye shire, city of greater bendigo mayor -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Opening of Shire of Diamond Valley offices 1972: Guides lined up to welcome official party, 26/02/1972
... Rohan Delacombe and Shire President Monte Vale. ..., the Governor of Victoria, Sir Rohan Delacombe and Shire President Monte ...The official opening of the Shire of Diamond Valley offices in Greensborough on 26/02/1972. These photographs show local guides lined up to welcome official party, the Governor of Victoria, Sir Rohan Delacombe and Shire President Monte Vale. Photographs taken by a member of SDV staff.Photographs from of a folder of 21 colour photographsOn cover of folder "Opening of S.D.V. Office"shire of diamond valley, shire of diamond valley offices 1972, sir rohan delacombe, monte vale -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Shire of Eltham Centenary Dinner, 6 Apr 1971
... Shire President Cr. G.C. Dreverman speaks at the Shire... melbourne Shire President Cr. G.C. Dreverman speaks at the Shire ...Shire President Cr. G.C. Dreverman speaks at the Shire of Eltham centenary dinner. Governor Sir Rohan Delacombe is seated beside him. The event was held in the West Riding Hall, Petrie Park Community Centre, Montmorency. This photo forms part of a collection of photographs gathered by the Shire of Eltham for their centenary project book, "Pioneers and Painters: 100 years of the Shire of Eltham" by Alan Marshall (1971). The collection of over 500 images is held in partnership between Eltham District Historical Society and Yarra Plenty Regional Library (Eltham Library) and is now formally known as 'The Shire of Eltham Pioneers Photograph Collection.' It is significant in being the first community sourced collection representing the places and people of the Shire's first one hundred years.Digital imagesepp, shire of eltham pioneers photograph collection, shire of eltham, shire of eltham centenary, official dinner, centenary celebrations, cr. g.c. dreverman, sir rohan delacombe, petrie park community centre montmorency