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Unions Ballarat
A Politics of Poetry: Reconstituting Social Democracy (Australia, strategies for renewal series), Altman, Dennis et al, 1988
Australian left-wing political culture 1976-1990.Paperback bookFront cover: title and authors' names. Cover is green, black and white.mcmullan, bob, altman, dennis, poetry, alp, australian labor party, socialism, political culture, politics and government, btlc, ballarat trades and labor council, ballarat trades hall -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - THROUGH THE EYES OF TWO CULTURES, 1997
Through the eyes of two cultures. A catalogue of an exhibition of paintings by artists Zhou Xiaoping & Jimmy Pike held at the National Gallery of China Beijing, created by the Golden Dragon Museum & sponsored by Arts Victoria, Australia Council for the arts & Foreign Affairs and trade. Coloured photographs of artworks.art, aboriginal, art, zhou xiaoping, jimmy pike, golden dragon museum, aboriginal artists. -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Edendale Farm, Eltham Heritage Tour, 24 May 1992, 24/05/1992
ELTHAM HERITAGE TOUR The Society excursion on 24th May 1992 was arranged by David Bick, leader of the team carrying out the Shire's heritage study. David selected a number of sites or buildings identified in the study, some of them lesser known components of the Shire's heritage. The tour commenced at the Eltham Shire Office at 10.00 am. Travel was by private car and mini-bus with stops at about twelve locations for commentary by David. It included a short walk in Hurstbridge and lunch at Kinglake. Highlights of the tour included: - 10 am Leave from Shire Offices - 3 Important Trees - A Physical Link to Eltham's First Settlers - Toorak Mansion Gates - A Surviving Farm House - An Intact Circa 1900 Main Street - First Settlers - Gold Miners, and Timber-getters - An Early Hotel - A Pioneering Homestead - Changing Eltham Shire - 20th Century - 4 pm Afternoon Tea and Finish Tour. Extract from ELTHAM CULTURAL HERITAGE TOUR (Newsletter No. 85, July 1992, by Bettina Woodburn) "The land was unprofitable for intensive farming, but there was always water in the Diamond Creek. The railway, a technological advance, followed the valley, and was provided to transport produce. At North Eltham we were privileged to tour a surviving farmhouse of the 1860-70 era at the Shire’s Edendale Farm, with the as yet unfinished Sculpture for a front fence - bulbous tree-trunks decorated with salt pots, with cross members from the old trestle bridge. As was usual these six veranda posted houses faced South (or East, away from the sun!) with the scullery, kitchen and pantry "out the back". The veranda, which must have been very narrow, no longer exists. It probably wrapped around three sides. The drive took us past the Dutch Windmill, only twenty years old and in the Shire of Diamond Valley, then the Diamond Creek Cemetery with impressive gateway, to a detour to see another old farmhouse, isolated on a hill off Murray Road Wattle Glen. Here was a particularly thick patch of exotic planting of pines and cypresses. Subsistence farming no longer pays. Following the rail-line we noticed on the left near Silvan Road an Edwardian cottage and on the right near Yates Road the old school residence for this Upper Diamond Creek area."Colour photograph1992, culture, edendale, edendale community farm, events -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Edendale Farm, Eltham Heritage Tour, 24 May 1992, 24/05/1992
ELTHAM HERITAGE TOUR The Society excursion on 24th May 1992 was arranged by David Bick, leader of the team carrying out the Shire's heritage study. David selected a number of sites or buildings identified in the study, some of them lesser known components of the Shire's heritage. The tour commenced at the Eltham Shire Office at 10.00 am. Travel was by private car and mini-bus with stops at about twelve locations for commentary by David. It included a short walk in Hurstbridge and lunch at Kinglake. Highlights of the tour included: - 10 am Leave from Shire Offices - 3 Important Trees - A Physical Link to Eltham's First Settlers - Toorak Mansion Gates - A Surviving Farm House - An Intact Circa 1900 Main Street - First Settlers - Gold Miners, and Timber-getters - An Early Hotel - A Pioneering Homestead - Changing Eltham Shire - 20th Century - 4 pm Afternoon Tea and Finish Tour. Extract from ELTHAM CULTURAL HERITAGE TOUR (Newsletter No. 85, July 1992, by Bettina Woodburn) "The land was unprofitable for intensive farming, but there was always water in the Diamond Creek. The railway, a technological advance, followed the valley, and was provided to transport produce. At North Eltham we were privileged to tour a surviving farmhouse of the 1860-70 era at the Shire’s Edendale Farm, with the as yet unfinished Sculpture for a front fence - bulbous tree-trunks decorated with salt pots, with cross members from the old trestle bridge. As was usual these six veranda posted houses faced South (or East, away from the sun!) with the scullery, kitchen and pantry "out the back". The veranda, which must have been very narrow, no longer exists. It probably wrapped around three sides. The drive took us past the Dutch Windmill, only twenty years old and in the Shire of Diamond Valley, then the Diamond Creek Cemetery with impressive gateway, to a detour to see another old farmhouse, isolated on a hill off Murray Road Wattle Glen. Here was a particularly thick patch of exotic planting of pines and cypresses. Subsistence farming no longer pays. Following the rail-line we noticed on the left near Silvan Road an Edwardian cottage and on the right near Yates Road the old school residence for this Upper Diamond Creek area."Colour photograph1992, culture, edendale, edendale community farm, events -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Booklets and Ticket - Kiewa Hydro Athletic Club, 1. The Boxing Tourney 1952 2. Fun & Fitness Revue 1951 and Member's Ticket 1951
The Kiewa Hydro Athletic Club was very popular with the community in Mt Beauty during the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.Recreation & community in Mt Beauty during the KHES constructionBoth booklets consist of a folded piece of grey cardboard. 1.is for 26th June 1952 at the Community Centre, Mt Beauty and inside the heading is titled 'Featuring'. 2. is for Nov. 2nd 1951 also at the Community Centre.The Programme is the title inside.The Member's Ticket expires on 1st Feb. 1951 The committee is named at the bottom of the ticketThe name on the ticket hasn't been filled in.kiewa hydro athletic club, a. mccullough, boxing, culture, recreation -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, Sarina Singh, Aboriginal Australia & the Torres Strait Islands : guide to Indigenous Australia, 2001
Comprehensive text with maps, coloured photos etc., dealing with all of Indigenous Australia. Provides historical references. Details of the Mabo finding.maps, b&w photographs, colour photographs, illustrations, word listsculture, travel guide, tourism, art, food -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - ANNALS OF BENDIGO 1892 - 1909 VOLUME 3
Annals of Bendigo 1892 - 1909.Black cover Printed on front cover in pale gold - Annals of Bendigo 1892 - 1909 George Mackay Also, a loose copy of the same book in a white envelopeGeorge Mackayannals of bendigo, history, mining, culture, industry -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - ANNALS OF BENDIGO 1921 - 1935 VOLUME 5, 1921-1935
Annals of Bendigo, the fifth section. Years 1921 to 1935 (1938) Edited by G. V. Lansell and W. J. Stephens. Printed by Cambridge Press Print, Bendigo. Bound in grey paper. Includes b/w photographs Markings: Bendigo Historical Society Inc. Front and back - Circular Stamp and rectangular stamp on front cover. Silver duct tape on spine.Edited by G.V. Lansell & W.J. Stephenshistory, annals of bendigo, bendigo, culture, industry -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - ANNALS OF BENDIGO 1921 - 1935 VOLUME 5
Annals of Bendigo 1921 - 1935 - the fifth section. 5222c bound in black with gold lettering. 5222c signed in front cover by A. Doney, 200 Backhaus St. in blue biro.Edited by G.V. Lansell & W.J. Stephenshistory, annals of bendigo, bendigo, culture, industry -
Bialik College
Mixed media (Item) - 2005 Grade 2s and 3s celebrate Shabbat in the Such
Photographs taken in October (?) of 2005 of Bialik College students in grades 2 and 3 showing them celebrating Shabbat.Grade 2s and 3s celebrate Shabbat in the Such! 2005; Janis Lieberthaljewish life, bialik college, 2000s, 2005, culture -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Jim Poulter, The Eight Wurundjeri seasons in Melbourne, by Jim Poulter, 2015_
Description of the seasons occurring in Melbourne and their effect on Aboriginal culture and land management.15 p., booklet, illus.aborigines, aborigines victoria, melbourne -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Photograph, 2000
Colour photograph of a group of Gemma Radford, Polly Graske, Jacquline Allen, Jamie Phenson, Jake Rowlands students from St Brendans Primary School, explaining their recycling and conservation culture at the school to Mr Brian Klemm, Keep Australia Beautiful official. Lakes Entrance Victoriaschools -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
PHotograph, 2000
Colour photograph of a group of Gemma Radford, Polly Graske, Jacquline Allen, Jamie Phenson, Jake Rowlands students from St Brendans Primary School, explaining their recycling and conservation culture at the school to Mr Brian Klemm, Keep Australia Beautiful official. Lakes Entrance Victoriaschools -
Federation University Art Collection
Painting, [Spirit] by Marley Smith, 2004
Marley SMITH A Gundijtmara woman, Marley Smith has lived in Ballarat all of her life and has strong ties with family. Marley Smith completed the Ballarat Schoo of Mines Koori Art Course in 1995. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.This painting depicts the spirit of the Australian INdigenous education Conference held at the university in 2004. The central circle represents a meeting place. "It's all about ... coming together and to understand and educate one another on everyone's culture - if you have no understanding, then there's no way of learning. [Marley Smith]art, artwork, marley smith, smith, indigenous, aboriginal, alumni -
Federation University Historical Collection
Object, Boxed Pewter Keris Letter Opener
The keris is a dagger unique to the Malay cultures of Southeast Asia, with renderings depicting the weapon dating to 825 CE. Asymmetry is this ancient weapon’s distinguishing feature and, although different styles exist, it is the wavy blade that is instantly recognisable. Today, the keris is a potent symbol of the history and culture of the Malay world.A boxed pewter letter opener, in the form of a wavy-bladed keris, in satin finish pewter. Thank you Professor Kerry O. Cox Vice-Chancellor University of Ballarat for gracing the graduation ceremony hosted by Regions College 10th October 2005international visitors, international visits, souvenirs, gifts, malaysia, keris, blade, knife -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, James Jupp, The Australian people: an encyclopedia of the nation, its people and their origins, ed. by James Jupp, 2001_
Entries on history of immigration and settlement in Australia, and its effects on Australian society and culture.The standard work on immigration and ethnic groups in Australia.940 p. hardback, maps, tables, photographsimmigration, australia history -
Federation University Historical Collection
Souvenir, Daylesford Highland Gathering memorial, 12/2006
The Daylesford Highland Gathering celebrates Scottish culture, music and dance. Established in 1952 by Dan McKinnon, the gathering has a long standing history of bringing people interested in the Scottish culture from within Australia and Internationally. In 2006 University of Ballarat Vice Chancellor David Battersby opened the 55th gathering. A timber plaque with am enamelled coat of arms of the Daylesford Highland Gathering.Opener Professor David Battersby 55th Gathering December 2.2006daylesford highland gathering, david battersby -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Mixed media - Video, RDHS Meeting Presentation - "Ringwood's Irish Immigrants" - Russ Haines
Digitised video (2.68GB). Duration: 85 minutes. Recorded October, 2023 (Video is available for viewing at Ringwood & District Historical Society Archives by appointment)In this presentation, Ringwood and District Historical Society President Russ Haines talks about Ringwood's Irish Immigrants - a brief overview of their ancestry, why they came here, and how these pioneers added to our culture. -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book, Lesley Speed, Australian Comedy Films of the 1930s: Modernity, the Urban and the International, 2015
128 page book on Australian Comedy films.non-fictionfilms, comedy films, australian films, pat hanna, george wallace, australian vernacular, dad and dave, splendid fellows, charles kingsford smith, staff author, federation university staff author -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping - Digital Image, Japanese day a big hit [Greensborough Primary School Gr2062], 26/05/2004
Origami, chopsticks and kimonos were part of Japanese culture day at Greensborough Primary School. Newspaper clipping, black and white text and colour image.greensborough primary school, japanese culture -
National Wool Museum
Clothing - 35 Life, Canwen Zhao, 2022
Canwen Zhao was awarded the $10,000 We The Makers Acquisitive Prize for '35 Life' in 2023. Artist Statement: "35life" is a sustainable fashion project that transforms second-hand clothing materials into urban street outdoor-style products. Highlighting prominent Chinese classic red and green colours not only conveys eastern aesthetics but also adds a sense of unity to the clothing collection. The high-saturation and high-brightness full-colour palette keeps the clothing consistently "fresh," allowing any trendy colours to seamlessly integrate into the project's designs, thus extending the lifespan of the garments. Additionally, all clothing items can quickly transform into a stylish bag for convenient daily carrying and home storage. These bags are made from leftover fabric generated during the production process and serve as original packaging for sale. This approach not only reduces excessive packaging but also enhances the chances of resale in the second-hand market. The project draws inspiration from the traditional Chinese cultural concept of "huo feng ding," meaning "exchange the old for the new." it's also influenced by the designer's personal experience with health issues, making the designs suitable for individuals who can't be exposed to sunlight for extended periods, adapting to the changing urban lifestyle. 35life aims to provide visually pleasing and comfortable dressing experiences for urban dwellers who are busy with work and experience high levels of stress. Unlike traditional design patterns, this project adopts a unique design approach. It selects 3-5 pieces of raw materials based on their colours, and then disassembles them through structural lines. While retaining most of their functionality, these materials are rearranged and assembled on a flat surface before being shaped on a dress form. Subsequently, various ways of creating storage bags are derived from the initial clothing prototypes. After refining the designs, the final products are developed, and similar materials are used to create samples. Therefore, under this design methodology, even for the same garment, it is impossible to produce two identical pieces of clothing. Each garment is truly one-of-a-kind, which enhances its rarity and contributes to the longevity of the fashion pieces. The project includes various types of clothing, each with unique storage methods. This yellow look, named "elegant beach sunscreen monarch," draws its fashion inspiration from traditional Han Chinese attire and its storage concept from the Chinese cultural concept of "jiu jiu gui yi." the design employs flat pattern cutting, utilizing materials from the second-hand market such as beach towels, children's waterproof clothing, and women's dresses. Similar colours and patterns are reassembled through cutting and combining. For the sleeves, quick-drying, sun-protective sport fabric forms the base, overlaid with discarded silk fabric dyed with turmeric and plant dyes. This not only ensures functionality but also adds a sense of elegance. The length can be adjusted using drawstrings. Artist Bio: Zhao Canwen is a multidisciplinary fashion designer with a strong passion for integrating art, history, culture, and sustainable design. With over 15 years of experience in painting, she draws inspiration from ancient Chinese philosophy and aesthetics, which gives her a unique sense of beauty. After 8 years of fashion and art training, she possesses a keen insight into current trends and tends to combine art with commercial needs. Zhao's design style is diverse, characterized by a multidimensional approach, a focus on colour application, and storytelling through details.Outfit consisting of six pieces: - Orange plastic eye wear with green paint - Pair of red and green metal clip on earrings - Red beaded phone case with attached beads on string - Pair of red and green painted running shoes - Yellow and green hooded garment with red piping and zips - Brown bag with green beaded handlessustainable, fashion, we the makers, art, culture, design, chinese philosophy, prize -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - BENDIGO STATE FORESTS - FORESTS NOTES
Forests Notes: Bendigo State forests newsletter published May 2006 by the State of Victoria, Department of sustainability and Environment. Getting there - indigenous culture - Bendigo's golden past - Geology and geomorphology - Discover nature treasures - Bendigo State forests - Activities to enjoy in State forests. Map of Bendigo State forests.government, state, department of sustainability -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, A W Reed, Aboriginal myths, legends and fables, 1999
Aboriginal myths, legends and fables create a rich wealth of stories from Aboriginal Cultural heritage. The stories tell of the mystical bonds that exist between Aboriginal people, their environment and the spirit life of the Dreamtime. Each story provides the reader with an insight into the fascinating beliefs of one of the oldest living cultures on earth.murray river, myths, legends, fables, baiame, bunjil, rainbow snake, astronomy, creation stories, dreamtime -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, George Yule, The study of Language, 2006
Issues in language study: origin of language, animals & human language, writing, phonetics, phonology, words & word-formation processes, morphology, grammar, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, discourse analysis, language and the brain, language acquisition, gestures and sign languages, languages and regional variation, language and social variation, language and culture.B&w illustrations, b&w photographs, mapslinguistics, sociolinguistics, history and language -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Book, John L Torpey, Boroondara's Private Schools 1851-1951: a century of non-government education in the City of Boroondara, 2021
History of education and past and present non-government schools in the local government area of the City of Boroondara (1994- ). Before 1994, the schools were located in the former municipalities of Camberwell, Hawthorn, Kew et al.Foreword [L M Ling]. Preface. Education in Victoria. Why did some schools fail and others thrive? Victorian Private Schools. Adopting the character and culture of the British Public School. Some of the key players. Past schools. The Survivors. Conclusions. Appendices. Notes. Bibliography. Acknowledgements. Index. [194 pp]non-fictionHistory of education and past and present non-government schools in the local government area of the City of Boroondara (1994- ). Before 1994, the schools were located in the former municipalities of Camberwell, Hawthorn, Kew et al.education -- boroondara, schools -- history -- camberwell, schools -- history -- hawthorn, schools -- history -- kew, private schools -- boroondara (vic.) -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Ephemera - Christmas Card, The Railfan Shop, 2006
Christmas Card with Melbourne Tram Z81, specially decorated to promote Pakistani culture, City Circle route, 16/3/2006, photo by Simon Green. Folded cardboard. Has details of publisher on rear. Has been used by Kevin Tierney to send Reg items 2011.12 in and wishes for Merry Christmas.Message from Kevin Tierney to Warren Doubledaytrams, tramways, christmas, city circle, pakistan, tram z81 -
Wycheproof & District Historical Society Inc.
Events Book, Events of Interest, 2000
These selections of printed articles and photos recaptures past local events, reflecting our culture and social life.This collection of local stories and facts of Wycheproof and District have a connectiveness and provide an opportunity to celebrate occasions, remember and learn of the past. Large white A3 book with 4 ring binder which allows plastic pockets to be added. Includes newspaper items, brochures and other printed matter on various local topics. Mrs Betty Denney's collection is followed by articles collected by other members of the Wycheproof Historical Society.Mrs Betty Denney's Collectionnewspaper- wycheproof, wycheproof - memories -
NMIT (Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE)
Minutes - CTS, Minutes of Council of School Activities. Collingwood Technical School. 1930-1941, 1930-1941
The Council of School Activities dealt with matters pertaining to student welfare, from physical culture to the running of the bookstall.Details the activities within the school, including those teachers who were involved.Black exercise book with brown paper spine binding. Some loose documents are interleaved.All entries are handwritten.collingwood technical school, cts, council of school activities, school council, council minutes, nmit, -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Booklet, Shepparton, 1991
Commissioned by City of Shepparton showing history of Shepparton in pictures, from early days, culture, industries, leisureNavy blue cover. Main picture on front cover Monash Park by night. Water features lit up, small orchard scene and boating on river. Back cover - fireworks at Lake Victoria.shepparton, goulburn valley, city of shepparton, history of shepparton -
Unions Ballarat
Homeless : true stories of life on the streets, Byrne, Andrew, 2005
This is the story of homeless people interviewed by the author - about the experience of being homeless, causes of homelessness, community and culture.Relevant to all communities and people.Paper. Front cover: Sepia photograph of a person sleeping rough; white lettering.Front cover: author's name and title.homelessness, btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat trades and labour council, homelessness - causes, homelessness - culture, homelessness - community, byrne, andrew