Although opened by the Church of England in 1857, Huntly was not recognised as beginning until 1860 when it began to receive government funding. In 1862 it became known as a Common School. In the 1870's it was partly destroyed in a wind storm and a brick building was built to replace it. It became a State School between 1873 and 1878 and was renamed Huntly Primary School in 1970.Newspaper clipping, 'At Huntly Today' image of Mrs. L. Campbel wearing a dress for the parade 'Belles of 1860' in celebration of the Huntly Primary School Centenary. Newspaper clipping dated 11.6.60. Mrs. Campbell is wearing a long dress, with cap and wrap.

Although opened by the Church of England in 1857, Huntly was not recognised as beginning until 1860 when it began to receive government funding. In 1862 it became known as a Common School. In the 1870's it was partly destroyed in a wind storm and a brick building was built to replace it. It became a State School between 1873 and 1878 and was renamed Huntly Primary School in 1970.Newspaper clipping dated 13.6.60. Two images showing current Mothers' Club wearing 1860 clothing in one image. /tgree ex-pupils of the school are featured in the bottom image - Mrs D. Munro (Ada Fiedler) Mrs. P, Poulter (Ruby Honeybone and Mrs. R. Cail ( Dorothy Fiedler).

Although opened by the Church of England in 1857, Huntly was not recognised as beginning until 1860 when it began to receive government funding. In 1862 it became known as a Common School. In the 1870's it was partly destroyed in a wind storm and a brick building was built to replace it. It became a State School between 1873 and 1878 and was renamed Huntly Primary School in 1970.Newspaper clipping, dated 11.6.66: 'Double Seater' article shows image and describes a buggy that was in the procession for the Huntly Primary School celebrations. Mr. Fiedler, a former student at the school, was the driver. He was in charge of a cab that operated on the Huntly to Bendigo run, for many years.

A photocopy of the photograph which is in the 'Linton State School - Photos' file has a list with it which identifies many of the children. The photograph is dated 1952 based on school start dates of the younger children as shown in the school register. e.g. Carol Wilkie and Evan Lancaster (at LH & RH ends of front row) both started school in 1952.Copy of original black and white photograph, which shows pupils grouped together in front of the school building. It is possible that not all pupils attending the school at this time are in the photograph.linton state school no. 880, hilton adams, gloria broes, daryl broes, ann chasey, winifred chasey, glenis chasey, john chasey, gwenda ching, cameron ching, daryl dickson, helen hayes, des howard, ethel howell, graeme howell, ron howlett, robert howlett, garry jennings, lyn kerr, kevin knight, john lancaster, wesley lancaster, evan lancaster, verna mark, lorraine mark, margo mark, kevin megee, harold morgan, cheryl morgan, raymond o'beirne, rosemary paddick, don penrice, alan penrice, valma preston, margot reidy, beth reidy, peter reidy, margaret rutherford, perry stevens, ross sutherland, glen sutherland, janet thomas, fay wilkie, gordon wilkie, david wilkie, carol wilkie, billy wright

John Henry Baker was the son of James Henry Baker and Mary Ann Ross, who was born in Linton in 1860. After the death of his mother John was cared for by his maternal grandmother in Linton, and attended Linton State School. He enlisted for service during WWI and his name appears on the Linton School honour board.Photograph of John Henry Baker in military uniform. One of two photographs of John Henry Baker.john henry baker, baker family, corlett family, allan family, ross family

John Henry Baker was the son of James Henry Baker and Mary Ann Ross, who was born in Linton in 1860. After the death of his mother John was cared for by his maternal grandmother in Linton, and attended Linton State School. He enlisted for service during WWI and his name appears on the Linton School honour board.The second of two photographs of John Henry Baker.john henry baker, baker family, corlett family, allan family, ross family

Black and white photograph - Swimming Team, 1937"Attached to photograph" 1937 - Ringwood State School Swimming Team. Won shield at the Inter-school Swimming Carnival. Back Row- L to R: Arthur Gillespie, Winnie Wilkins, Edgar Shearer, Jeff Lang, Graham Morcom. Front Row- L to R: Mary Beilby, Alan Foreman, Betty Baner, Vivienne Martin, Hazel Ingram, Ken Ward, Des Trewhitt.

Printed below photograph, "Newly Erected Ringwood East State School, in close proximity to this Estate". Written on back of photograph, "Photo taken from Sub. Div. plan Land Sale 1st November 1924. Ringwood East Electric Station Estate, 1st November 1924. School Everard Road". Typed below another copy: "Ringwood East S.S. On completion 1925".

Caroline (Carrie) Shillinglaw was the third child of Phillip and Sarah Shillinglaw, born 29 February 1876 in Bundoora. She commenced school at Eltham State School No. 209 in Dalton Street in April 1882. She married Christopher Watson on 23 Oct. 1907. Christopher Watson was the owner of Watson's Hotel on the corner of Pitt Street and Maria Street (Main Road).E. Strawbridge 129 Park St. Parkville Melbournecaroline shillinglaw, caroline watson (nee shillinglaw), caroline (carrie) watson (nee shillinglaw 1876-1956), carrie shillinglaw

WW1 Australian Serviceman Joseph Nalder Pte. 2914 Supreme Sacrifice d. 18th October 1917 result of wounding in France. Died in War Hospital at Warrington, Lancashire, England. Age 44. Buried in Warrington War Cemetery, England. An early pupil of Towaninnie State School, he farmed at Lalbert, In the Mallee, Victoria and later at East Pingelly, W.A.This adds to collection of WW1 Serviceman’s records nationally and locallyLarge heavy brown wooden framed photo with gold inset , head and shoulders photograph of WW1 soldier Joseph Nalder in army uniform, cap with rising sun . Black and white rectangular photo.Noneww1, supreme sacrifice, wartime, lalbert, towaninnie, nalder

Donated by Jessie Smith (nee Small) Shetland Heights San Remo was originally owned by the Small family then purchased by the Maclellan's. Grace Christian is the lady in the photograph. Her sister was Dorothy who married John Dunstan. John Dunstan was at state school in San Remo with Ray Maclellan, father of Peter Maclellan who stills resides in San Remo. Photograph of a woman in cape and long dress sitting on top of tall gate post. Homestead in far background. Homestead is "Shetland Heights". The lady's name is Grace Christian.shetland heights san remo, jessie smith

This "first reader" for children in a Victorian Primary school was fashioned by the period that it was printed in (1951), and the associated educational principles was applied by the Victorian Educators. It defines the role play of young children, at this point, in their educational development and contained within the(1950's) "society's" mores and expectations. This book was widely used by state schools in Victoria including Mt Beauty and Tawonga Primary Schools.This reader is significant to the Kiewa Valley because it demonstrates that there was still a very marked "one book" fits all school environmental approach by State educators which the local schools were apart of. This book is one of the KVHS children's school book collection, which many were donated by local families whose children went to Mt Beauty Primary School. Therefore this reader represents a social history significance for the period from 1950's and 60's. The book is in good condition, consequently making it suitable for exhibitions, and highlighting schools in the Kiewa Valley along with what local children read in these schools. This primary school reader has an orange cover with "John and Betty" printed in green. Below this is the green outline of a young boy leading his dog(Scottish Terrier) on a lead. Behind him is the red outline of a young girl (bow tied waist belt) in front of a cat(tail up). A thick green line is situated below the figures. The cover is 180 gsm thick. Inside the book are colored sketches of a boy and a girl playing well defined "boy" and "girl" activities (gender specific for the period of print 1951) Below these activities are simple descriptive words for the above activities.On the front page "John and Betty" below this "The earliest Reader for the Little Ones". Below this "Illustrations by Marjorie Howden" Further down the page and in smaller print is "Education Department of Victoria 1951". Below this and under a fine line "A.C. Brookes, Government Printer, Melbourne"first grader reader, primary education 1950's style

n 1927, during the ministry of the Reverend Charles Mason, Methodist Church services and a combined Anglican-Methodist Sunday School were held in the Mincha State School, The Mincha Memorial Methodist Church was opened on13 March 1936. It was called the Mincha Centenary Church to mark 100 years since the arrival in Victoria of Reverend Orton, the first Methodist minister.The photograph shows the front and one side of the church and public hall which are located side by side.

The function took place at the Sunbury State School in 1916. As many of the town's menfolk were away fighting in the First World War and the flags flying were of allied countries, the function was most likely held to raise funds for the war effort. During those years many community groups in Sunbury held a variety of events to aid the3 war effort.A black and white photograph of a social gathering of people in a park with flags from various countries flying overhead.

There were no high schools in the area pre 1975, and students from Melton, Melton South and Toolern Vale State Schools went by bus to Bacchus Marsh High School. In 1975, Melton High School opened its doors. Coburn Road named after Coburns, early settlers family and George Coburn Councillor and 1935 Shire PresidentEarth works undertaken for the development of Melton High School, Coburns Road, Melton Westeducation

A collection of three photographs and one Identity Card donated by Alice Robinson.352-01: Black & White photograph on cardboard mount of the crowd at the opening of the Cowes War Memorial at the Jetty, The Esplanade, Cowes. 352-02: Sepia photograph of Horrie Matthews' home in Church Street (near Shamrock Avenue) Cowes with several horse drawn carts loaded with wood. Watched by a group of men. 352-03: Black & White photograph of children and teachers & adults at the Ventnor State School in May 1939. 352-04: Identity Card for Alice Isobel Giles-Clark, Cowes, Phillip Island. Possibly now Mrs Alice Robinson - the donor.351-01: Unveiling soldiers' Memorial Phillip Island 1920. 351-04: On front - Identity No. V10 F28 36869 Officer at Dandenong. Stamped May 43. On back - signature of holder "A. Clark Cowes" Witness to signature "Edith E Coels, Ventnor, Phillip Is."war memorial cowes phillip island, ventnor state school, horse drawn wagons, alice robinson, identity card

Black and white reproduction of photograph from 'Back to Eaglehawk' book, October 1928'. Group of students from Sailor's Gully State School. Inscriptions: on front - circular stamp 'RHSV, Bendigo Branch', 'It was the boom days of gold minding that the Sailors Gully School was first established; in fact, today the school is much too large for the number of children attending. There are 75 on the roll. Mr Charles R. Rustin is the head master, and he is assisted by Misses EG Pedlar and MA Rosan. (This is under the image at front). Also on front - 'HJC Biggs, Health Inspector'.person, group, sailor's gully state school

The Strand Musical Magazine a musical monthly published by George Newnes, Strand, WC (London) . Inside cover is plate for 'School Choir: First Prize' won by Gravel Hill State School, Austral Competitions, Bendigo, May 1897 (Presented to Lucy Robotham - 'a member of the successful choir'). Inside cover: penned detailed inscriptions relating to Mrs Lucy Hill, journalist for Bendigo Advertiser, especially in relation to Dec. 1953 Anniversary of the Advertiser. Stuck on to first page of book is cutting from Advertiser (1954) re farewell of Lucy Hill from Bendigo for Melbourne.bendigo, history, city history

An invitation, received by Mr & Mrs Norman Gillies, to the laying of a plaque at old Narrewillock State School No. 2204 site The invitation reads: The attendees: Mr. & Mrs. Norman Gillies Are cordially invited to the plaque unveiling of the Narrewillock School (No. 2204) The unveiling will take place at the old School siteon the corner of the Glenloth Rd, and the Charlton-Qyambatook Rd on Monday 17th April 1995, at 10.30 am. this will be followed by a cup of tea. R.S.V.P. 11th April 1995 Mr. m. fradd R.M.B. 1006 Wycheproof Vic 3527 (054)92 9221

Black and White Photos, From the book 'Sandhurst Illustrated' by Schutze, Picture features 'Sandhurst Benevolent Asylum' looking up from Barnard Street, Note the main front gatesand two side gates with large stone pillars to support them. man and lady leaving another couple about to enter the grounds, single lady also having just left the grounds. 'Sandhurst State School' (Camp Hill Primary School) from Rosalind Park, very tall spire on the main building with lookout, Foliage in front are the trees of Rosalind Park.buildings, sandhurst benevolent asylum, anne caudle centre, sandhurst state school

Black and white photo on Grey Mount - Vermont State School Committee and Staff - L to R Back Row, Mrs Stevens, Hall, Barnard, Blank, Overton. L to R Centre Row - Mrs Harvey, Miss Clements (teacher) Mr Emray (teacher), Miss South (teacher), Mrs Carlton, Campbell, Blank, Johns, Morris, Mr. O'Brien (teacher), Mrs Kiddle. L to R Front Row - Mr. Davey, Johns, Mrs Brockell, Mr. Armstrong, Mr. Worsdell (Head Teacher), Overton, Reynolds, Campbell.stevens, mrs, hall, barnard, overton, harvey, clements, miss, emray, mr, south, carlton, campbell, johns, morris, o'brien, kiddle, davey, brockell, armstrong, worsdell, reynolds, vermont state school, no. 1022, warren, frances

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2002. The roos: Kangaroo Flat State School's 1962 premiership football team. Back l-r: Steven Huzard, Vivian Charlton, Ret Murray, John Fisher, Douge Carter, Bruce Lowe, Ken Daniells, Alex Angove, Steven Cirace. Second row: Garry Burton, Garry Salaithiel, Allan Woodman, Graham Wild, Phillip Holden, Garry Place. Front: John Bacon,Peter Hayes, Robert Griffin, Robert Johanson and David Torr. The clip is in a foldernewspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

Used in the Yeungroon Hall 1892-1992 book, page 20.Black & white photograph of students assembled outside the Yeungroon East State School c. 1916. L to R. Back Row: Alan McGurk, Doris Leach, Hugh McGurk,. 2nd Row. Jim Cossar, Gladys Edyvean, Dorrie McGurk, Eily McGurk, Bill Cossar. 3rd Row. Jack Kelly, Tom Kelly, Mary Cossar, Miss Judd, Mary Leach, Roy Ross, Keith Cossar. Front Row. Jean Leach, Len Bartlett, Roy Baker, Marj Cossar, (Boxer the dog), Molly Kelly.yeungroon, yeungroon east, school, education

Handwritten pupil register. Cover printed with the title "Pupils' Register. State Primary School. School No." followed by a space for the school number and name to be written in. The remainder of this cover contains printed directions to aid the entry of information about pupil enrolments.Written in ink on top right of the cover: "4029-4208" Written in pencil below the name of the school: "1974-1977" teacher records, rutherglen, state primary school, pupils, students, school reports, rutherglen state primary school no 522

Handwritten pupil register. Cover printed with the title "Pupils' Register. State Primary School. School No." followed by a space for the school number and name to be written in. The remainder of this cover contains printed directions to aid the entry of information about pupil enrolments.Written in ink on top right of the cover: "4209-4388" teacher records, rutherglen, state primary school, pupils, students, school reports, rutherglen state primary school no 522