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Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Booklet - Sharing Bonegilla Stories, Bruce J Pennay, 2012
... with the big, bold, mass post-war immigration program... and longest operating migrant reception centre of the post-war era ...A full-colour catalogue to support the Sharing Bonegilla Stories exhibition at the Albury LibraryMuseum which was curated by Bridget Guthrie in 2009. The exhibition drew from a successful earlier Belongings partnership with the Centre. The catalogue tries to make sense of people’s different memories of, and responses to, Bonegilla.non-fictionA full-colour catalogue to support the Sharing Bonegilla Stories exhibition at the Albury LibraryMuseum which was curated by Bridget Guthrie in 2009. The exhibition drew from a successful earlier Belongings partnership with the Centre. The catalogue tries to make sense of people’s different memories of, and responses to, Bonegilla.bonegilla, migrant experiences, immigration victoria -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Lachie Mc Donald, Bylines: Memoirs of a war correspondent, 1998
... and other post war conflicts. It is a record of journalism when... war and other post war conflicts. It is a record of journalism ...A biography of Lachie Mc Donald - war and diplomatic correspondentIndex, ill (plates). pg.299.non-fictionA biography of Lachie Mc Donald - war and diplomatic correspondentwar correspondents - biography, mc donald lachie -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Greensborough Historical Society et al, Gwladys Parker Field, 1914-1918
... service in World War 1. In the post-war period ,she was Matron... Gwladys Parker Field and her service in World War 1. In the post ...A short article about Sister Gwladys Parker Field and her service in World War 1. In the post-war period ,she was Matron of the Macleod Repatriation Sanatorium.2 pages, text and colour images.world war 1 project, gwladys parker field -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Badge - CMF Light Horse badges
... light horse regiments of the between the wars and post World War... and post World War Two periods: 10th, 5th, 20th, 3/9th, RNSWL, 15th ...Curved fabric backed display board with hat badges of 10 light horse regiments of the between the wars and post World War Two periods: 10th, 5th, 20th, 3/9th, RNSWL, 15th, 22nd, 25th, 14th and 21st Regiments.badge, light horse -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Greensborough Historical Society et al, Robert Morton Tait, 1914-1918
... in World War 1. In the post-war period, Robert and his wife lived... Tait and his service in World War 1. In the post-war period ...A short article about Robert Morton Tait and his service in World War 1. In the post-war period, Robert and his wife lived in Alexandra Street Greensborough.1 page, text and colour images.world war 1 project, robert morton tait -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Greensborough Historical Society et al, Edward Rae Cordner, 1914-1918
... in Greensborough post-war.... was a local doctor who lived in Greensborough post-war. world war 1 ...A short article about Edward Rae Cordner and his service in World War 1. Edward Rae Cordner was a local doctor who lived in Greensborough post-war.2 Pages, text and colour images.world war 1 project, edward rae cordner -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Black and white, c. 1950
... Organisation, moved into a former RAAF factory in Highett in the post... Organisation, moved into a former RAAF factory in Highett in the post ...CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, moved into a former RAAF factory in Highett in the post-war years. CSIRO closed down the Highett facility and sold it in 2011.Black and white photograph of workers at CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) complex in Highett. In this image, building materials are being tested. In the foreground is physicist Valerie Goullet, standing top centre is Dr Keith Martin both CSIRO Division of Building Research.Small white sticker adhered to reverse of image with printed black text: 206 Handwritten in red ink on reverse of image: 53%science, highett, workers, industry -
City of Kingston
Photograph - Black and white, c. 1950
... Organisation, moved into a former RAAF factory in Highett in the post... Organisation, moved into a former RAAF factory in Highett in the post ...CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, moved into a former RAAF factory in Highett in the post-war years. CSIRO closed down the Highett facility and sold it in 2011.Black and white photograph of workers at the CSIRO (Commonwealth Science and Industrial Research Organisation) facility in Highett.Small white circular sticker with black printed text: 205 Handwritten in red ink: 55%science, highett, workers, industry -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Postcard - Postcard, Black and white, KODAK, The Mission to Seamen, Melbourne - Central Hall, Celia Little Lounge, c. 1950
... in the immediate post-war and post WW2 period. The other reason... in the immediate post-war and post WW2 period. The other reason ...One of a series of Mission to Seamen postcards produced in the immediate post-war and post WW2 period. The other reason for creation could be the 1956 MTS centenary celebrations. The photograph was take before 1957 as the bell from the SS Morton Bay is not on the wall yet.Visual record of the club area of Mission to Seafarers, 717 Flinders Street, Melbourne mid 20th C.Black and white gloss postcard depicts the Celia Little room furnished with several chairs, tables with flowers, and five seamen or club members sitting reading or writing.Printed on back: 'POST CARD/CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS ONLY/' . Stamp location is top right and is indicated by the word 'KODAK' on four sidesclub, celia little room, sailors, literature, armchairs, flowers, artworks, magazines, reading, seamen, mission to seamen, mission to seafarers, seamen's mission -
Australian Commando Association - Victoria
Film, Australian Commando Association et al, Double Diamond Commandos, 2019
... and post war development. ... and post war development. Tidal River is the birth place ...A 2019 produced history of the initial training at Wilsons Promontory, Victoria of Australian and New Zealand Independent Companies later renamed Commandos and their activities during WW2 and post war development. Tidal River is the birth place of Australian and New Zealand Commandos and later Special Operations personnel.Short documentary film ww2, world war 2, independent company, commando, australian special forces, tidal river, wilsons promontory -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph, Ken McInnes
... , and post war operated a wireless and TV repair service in shop... technician, and post war operated a wireless and TV repair service ...Photo of Ken McInnes, former RAAF radar technician, and post war operated a wireless and TV repair service in shop, Hogan Street, north side, east of Ross Street. -
Hymettus Cottage & Garden
Teddy Bear, Koala Bear
... at Ballarat these bears were a popular post-war prize... at Ballarat these bears were a popular post-war prize ...Won at Street carnival, the Travellers' Gala in 1948 at Ballarat these bears were a popular post-war prize at such carnivals of the period when Australian motifs were seen as patriotic representations.. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Souvenir - PLATTER
... Souvenir collected by a member of BCOF in Japan Post War... goldfields Souvenir collected by a member of BCOF in Japan Post War ...Souvenir collected by a member of BCOF in Japan Post War WW2. Items re collection of "RICHARD WILLIAM McGILVERY" RAAF. Refer Cat No. 7287P for his service details, photos and awards.Silver coloured metal platter. Raised edges engraved with decorative flowers and leaves, mostly silver but some red. Small hole at each end. Base engraved with series of rural images. Back engraved with speckled image and each corner slightly raised.bcof, souvenir -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Helmet, Steel, Japanese, Type 92, Circa WWII
... WWII Japanese steel helmet, Type 92, painted silver post... silver post-war. A five point star is soldered to the front ...Circa WWII type 92 Japanese steel helmetCirca WWII japanese type 92 steel helmetWWII Japanese steel helmet, Type 92, painted silver post-war. A five point star is soldered to the front. There are four small holes (two on either side) in the top of the helmet. A circular metal stud is located on either side of the helmet at the rear. Three liner mounting attachment points are located on the inside rim of the helmet. The rim of the helmet is cracked in two places.helmet, japanese, headgear -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Functional object - Fishing Rod, n.d
... Post World War 2 fishing rod, mde from metal armoured tank... Cliff Street Portland great-ocean-road Post World War 2 fishing ...Post World War 2 fishing rod, mde from metal armoured tank aerial, with wooden handle and fitted with an 'Alvy' brand bakelite reel -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - STAMP BULLETIN ANZAC CENTENARY
... EVENT War post office stamp booklet Anzac World War 1 Brochure ...Brochure from Australia Post showcasing stamps relating to the Anzac Centenary 1914 - 1918. gold artwork, two soldiers in uniform standing in front of trench. Issue No 333/March-April 2015event, war, post office stamp booklet, anzac, world war 1 -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, Little Residential, Your Little Piece of Kew, c.2013
... postcards, qpo restaurant, kew post office, kew war.... postcards, qpo restaurant, kew post office, kew war memorial ...The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.Commercial postcard produced by Little Residential showing the Kew War Memorial, the QPO Restaurant and the former Kew Court House.The reverse includes details about the company and its services (see image)postcards, qpo restaurant, kew post office, kew war memorial -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Postcard Album, 1920 circa
... . photograph post card world war 1 (1914-18) Ryan Reginald 7791 Driver ...Ryan family were prominent hoteliers in Albury. A daughter, Miss Gertie Ryan was active in fund-raising in support of Albury boys serving overseas. She was secretary of the Welcome Home committee in 1919. Driver Reginald Ryan was a 21 year old clerk at wool-broking firm Younghusband Row & Co when he enlisted.Rare example of photographic memorabilia sent home by young soldier from regional NSW town and conserved by his family.Leather bound Postcard Album with gold lettering, gold stripe edging. 100 pages of postcards and some photographs compiled by the Albury Ryan family of 7791 Driver Reginald Ryan 5th Field Artillery Brigade AIF. Includes photograph of Driver Ryan in uniform.Postcards - Ryan family collectionphotograph, post card, world war 1 (1914-18), ryan reginald 7791 driver, 13th battery aif -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, The Supply of Water for Irrigation in Victoria 1881-1981, 1981
... system, river Murray system, Post war expansion, drainage..., Goulburn system, river Murray system, Post war expansion, drainage ...Includes history of early irrigation schemes, Goulburn system, river Murray system, Post war expansion, drainage and salinity. Change from State Rivers & Water Supply Commission to Rural CommissionCream cover, black writing. Cover photo of early days of irrigation, many channels constructed by teams of horses dragging scoops.sr & wscommision, books, rural, industry -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Machine - Bristol 170 Freighter VH-ADL (Ap-Adm, S4438), 1962
... post war heavy freight aircraft to enter service in Australia... was the first post war heavy freight aircraft to enter service ...Historical Details: The Bristol Freighter was the first post war heavy freight aircraft to enter service in Australia. It featured large clam shell doors at the front of a large "container" like fuselage allowing complete cars and other large loads to be carried. In 1966 th. Description: The Bristol Freighter was the first post war heavy freight aircraft to enter service in Australia. It featured large clam shell doors at the front of a large "container" like fuselage allowing complete cars and other large loads to be carried. Designe. Level of Importance: Nationalfreighter, bristol -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Joyce Thorpe, The Children's party and games book, by Joyce Thorpe [Nicholson], 1945c
... Classic post-war guide for organisers of parties for young... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Classic post-war guide ...Classic post-war guide for organisers of parties for young children, this book includes planning for everything from invitations to entertainment and food and a variety of games. The accompanying small envelopes appear to be clues to a treasure hunt.63 p., paperback, includes handwritten rhymes on 6 small air mail envelopesgames, children's parties, parties, joyce nicholson -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Greensborough Historical Society et al, Bruce Alexander Pope, 1914-1918
... in World War 1. At the time of his enlistment he was living... in the Greensborough area post-war. world war 1 project bruce alexander pope ...A short article about Bruce Alexander Pope and his service in World War 1. At the time of his enlistment he was living at Diamond Creek. Bruce Pope farmed in the Greensborough area post-war.One page, text and colour images.world war 1 project, bruce alexander pope -
Torquay and District Historical Society
framed letter
... ', given during post war years. Seal of the Borough of Torquay... for 'generous assistance', such as 'food gifts', given during post war ...This letter acknowledges help given to the British people by Australians after WW 11. In this case Torquay Golf Club in Victoria Australia sent its President, Mr Vary, with gifts of food to help supplement the 'somewhat restricted menus' of the people of Torquay, Devon, England. Typed letter/testimonial with large red seal and personally signed. Located in a black frame with gold edge. Letter to members of the Torquay Golf Club Australia expressing gratitude for 'generous assistance', such as 'food gifts', given during post war years. Seal of the Borough of Torquay, Devon, England. Signed by Mayor and Justice of the Peace for the Borough. Dated 13th July 1949. postwar, torquay golf club, mr vary, torquay victoria australia, torquay devon england -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book - Biography, George Michael Larin 1916 to 2008, 2013
... of post war migration and WW2 resettlement of European displaced.... Interesting story of post war migration and WW2 resettlement ...Written by N. M. Larin. A biography of G. M. Larin of his life from Russia to Australia and his family. Interesting story of post war migration and WW2 resettlement of European displaced persons in Australia.On front cover rural scene and channel and photograph of G. M. Larin. On Back cover story of life of G. M. Larin and photographs as a young man.larin family history, george michael larin -
Hymettus Cottage & Garden
Work on paper - pamphlet, Beaufort Homes
... by the Commonwealth of Australia to cater for post war influx of migrants... by the Commonwealth of Australia to cater for post war influx of migrants ...non-fictionbuilding, australia, home manufacture, commonwealth of australlia -
Bendigo Military Museum
Newspaper - NEWSPAPER, 1945, Guinea Gold, 16.6.1945
... in Bougainville, British concessions to India, post war housing plan... in Bougainville, British concessions to India, post war housing plan ...Some items include, B 29 raids over Osaka, General Blamey in Bougainville, British concessions to India, post war housing plan, Soviet Govt announces trial of Polish leaders, the races, civilian news.Newspaper, Guinea Gold, yellowed, 4 pages, all printing in Black, no illustrations or photos.ON Front, “Vol 3 No 209 - Sat June 16 1945”guinea gold, newspapers, 1945 -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Greensborough Historical Society et al, John Cecil Jessop, 1914-1918
... in Greensborough post-war.... Jessop lived in Greensborough post-war. world war 1 project john ...A short article about John Cecil Jessop and his service in World War 1. His community activities and chairmanship of the MMBW following his war service are outlined. Cecil Jessop lived in Greensborough post-war.Three pages, text and colour images.world war 1 project, john cecil jessop -
Myrtleford and District Historical Society
Butter Churn
... ) at Barwidgee Creek and Myrtleford in the immediate post-war period... Trahair) at Barwidgee Creek and Myrtleford in the immediate post ...The churn was used by Elise Weston (nee Trahair) at Barwidgee Creek and Myrtleford in the immediate post-war period. Prior to this time it was in the possession of the Trahair family on their family farm where a small dairy herd met family requirements.The churn represents an aspect of self sufficient living in rural areas outside township boundaries. It assisted households to meet family needs using simple processing technology and more so when surplus butter could be sold on in local markets.An upright clear-glass butter churn with screw-on metal cap, handle and gears. The churn mechanism is fully enclosed. "Daisy" brand with "3Qt" inscribed in the glass.glass butter churn -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph
... equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver... equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver ...Collection of photographs showing early evolution of an armoured regiment of the Citizen Forces as it progressed from WWII equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver regimental hat badges are worn in place of Rising Sun badge.Unique collection of photographs showing the first years of an armoured regiment of the post-Second World War era Citizen Military Forces showing equipment, uniforms, training and social activity and some personalities.Black and white photograph of White Scout Car bogged in bushland: soldiers digging it out." 1956 White Scout Car bogged in Chiltern area. " -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph
... equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver... equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver ...Collection of photographs showing early evolution of an armoured regiment of the Citizen Forces as it progressed from WWII equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver regimental hat badges are worn in place of Rising Sun badge.Unique collection of photographs showing the first years of an armoured regiment of the post-Second World War era Citizen Military Forces showing equipment, uniforms, training and social activity and some personalities.Black and white photograph of Armoured Car bogged on side of road. Tactical sign of 2nd Armoured Brigade on right mudguard." Staghound Armoured car 1956' Exercise in Chiltern/ Rutherglen area."