ix, 189 p.; 24 cmnon-fictionThe Enterprising Mr MacGregor: Stockbreeder and Pioneer Pastoralist by Fay Woodhouse is a biography of Duncan MacGregor, a Scottish Highlander who became a prominent figure in Australia's pastoral industry. The book explores his journey from a shepherd to establishing successful breeding programs for cattle, sheep, and horses in the harsh Australian climate. MacGregor's ventures included draining the Kooweerup Swamp in Victoria and pioneering pastoral activities in Queensland's Channel Country. Despite facing challenges like the Federation Drought and financial setbacks, his story is one of resilience and ambition. (AI generated)duncan macgregor, koo wee rup (vic.), stockbreeding

Illustrated book with dustjacket. Book has a cerulean blue cover, with the emblem of the Royal Melbourne Hospital nurse training school embossed in gilt on the front. Abbreviated title and authors names are embossed in gilt on the spine. The dust jacket has a pale blue background, with title and authors names printed in dark blue ink on the front and spine. Also on the front cover is a coloured illustration of a nurse in uniform, wearing a cap and cape (portrait of Jane Bell O.B.E by Vernon Jones, 1948). On the back cover is a black and white photograph of doorway (What is now Jane Bell House, Lonsdale St Melbourne, formerly, the Melbourne Hospital, established 1846) non-fictionThis book explores the life and contributions of Jane Bell, who served as the Lady Superintendent at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. It provides insights into her leadership from 1910 to 1934 and highlights her legacy in the nursing profession, including a good account of her service as a Principal Matron in the Australian Army Nursing Service during World War 1.jane bell, nurse administrators-victoria-biography, royal melbourne hospital, nursing-education

Illustrated book with dustjacket. Book has a cerulean blue cover, with the emblem of the Royal Melbourne Hospital nurse training school embossed in gilt on the front. Abbreviated title and authors names are embossed in gilt on the spine. The dust jacket has a pale blue background, with title and authors names printed in dark blue ink on the front and spine. Also on the front cover is a coloured illustration of a nurse in uniform, wearing a cap and cape (portrait of Jane Bell O.B.E by Vernon Jones, 1948). On the back cover is a black and white photograph of doorway (What is now Jane Bell House, Lonsdale St Melbourne, formerly, the Melbourne Hospital, established 1846) non-fictionThis book explores the life and contributions of Jane Bell, who served as the Lady Superintendent at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. It provides insights into her leadership from 1910 to 1934 and highlights her legacy in the nursing profession, including a good account of her service as a Principal Matron in the Australian Army Nursing Service during World War 1.jane bell, nurse administrators-victoria-biography, royal melbourne hospital, nursing-education