Tramcar record for SEC Ballarat No. 16, builder, system location, short history and work in Ballarat. Loose on the same folder was a typed sheet of paper dated 21-6-55, noting the SEC proposal for this tram, not intended to recondition it. See btm5526i1.jpg See Reg Item 5614 for a photo of the 21E truck after the body was sold and disposed of.Yields information about the history of individual tramcars in Ballarat.Handwritten note on foolscap lined sheet outlining the history of Ballarat Tramcar No. 16, who built for, date to Ballarat, painting and other changes to the tramcar as compiled by Wal Jack. Part of a series on each SEC Ballarat operated tramcar, except for the ESCo trams. Contained within Reg Item 5507 - Foolscap binder with green covers, black binding edge and metal clips. trams, tramways, ballarat, tramcars, tramcars of ballarat, tram 16

Has the final SECV (1990's) "sun rays" logo and the statement "You've got a friend at the SEC". The reference gives information on the revival of the SECV as a State Government entity in 2023.Demonstrates SECV stationary and gifts.Plastic biro or pen consisting of outside holder with button to engage with the metal ink container and spring and screwed base that contains the moveable part. Coloured externally black and white. Has the logo of the State Electricity Commission (1980's, 1990s"). Brass ink container marked with a swan, Orthello Germany. Would have been made with a pocket clip, this has broken off.secv, power supply, pens, souvenirs, btm

Samuel Keam (1851-1928) was the son of John Keam and Mary Truscott of Eaglehawk. He was a keen bike rider who challenged many other riders to races in the Bendigo area. He also rode in professional races. He eventually opened his bicycle shop in Williamson Street. He married Mary Jane Wheatley in 1873. They eventually moved to Spotswood where he died.Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from Thursday, February 12, 2004. Sporting times: S. Keam Importers and Manufacturers of Bendigo proudly display their collection of late model penny-farthings, alongside a treadle sewing machine, bicycles and other wares. The side wall of the firm's store is also advertising perambulators (prams) and bicycles, circa 1890. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from Wednesday, February 18, 2004, Hisory revealed: yesterday, the Advertiser ran the smaller photo above, asking if readers knew the railway station. Wayne Worthington called to say it was the Glenalbyn station, between Inglewood and Weddeburn, which burnt down about 1960. The goods sheds are pictured today also, The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from Monday, January 26, 2004. 1945 YWCA boarders: back row: ??, Jill Courtney, June Rollinson, Marjorie Bruns, Lottie Kelly, ??, Margaret Brownbill, Thelma Giri, Phyllis Goulden. Front row: Lurley Comini, ??, Phyllips Spriggins, Dorothy ?, Alys Speer, Mary Rangott and Shirley Kelly. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

Aime Louis Ruedin (1847- 5/6/1896) was the son of Swiss immigrants Louis and his wife Catherine Schiener. Aime married Johanna Haemsen (1850 - 1909). in 1870. They planted extensive vineyards at Huntly and supplemented their income by selling fruit from their orchards. They had 7 children. In May 1903, fire began in the Ruedin home and spread to the winery. Some vats and winemaking equipment were save but approx 4000 gallons of casked wine was lost.Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from Tuesday, December 9, 2003. On the winery: the Ruedin family at their winery and vineyard at Huntly, circa 1890, Johanna and Aimie Louis Ruedin are pictured with their four sons. The woman with the youngest son is possibly one of Johanna's sisters, Bertha or Maria Amelia Burstall. The winery and home were destroyed by fire in 1903. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2003. Summer days: the municipal pool, near the wooden tower, was a popular place in 1952. Pictured in the back from left are: Eric DeAraugo, Unknown, Unknown, Frank Corner. In front: Rodney Jones, Unknown, Unknown, Unknown, Paul White, Ian DeAraugo, Dennis Jones, Keiren Molloy and Denis Heritage. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from Tuesday, November 23, 2004. Footy: in 1949, a women's football match was played at the Bendigo Showgrounds to help raise funds for the Miss Australia Quest. Recently the Advertiser published a photo of the winning team , The Demons. Pictured above is the opposition team, which acquitted itself well and joined in the spirit of the match. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2003. Dib dib: members of the 1st Bendigo Scouts leaving Bendigo railway station for Adelaide to attend a jamboree on December 27, 1966. Scoutmaster Lofty Leitch, Ian Knight, Angus Leitch, Geoff Henderson, Rob Symes, Ian Taylor, Rod Binks, Steve Thorne and John Joyce. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

The Public Transport Union was formed in 1993 from the various Australian Public Transport Unions, see reference. It was renamed as the Rail Transport and Bus Union in 1998 to reflect the impact of privatisation. Demonstrates a badge issued to members of the PTUBadge - Public Transport Union. The badge is made on a brass backing with the words "Public Transport Union" on the outer edge of the badge with a black enamel background. In centre of badge are images of the modes of transport the union covers - trams, rail, and buses on a yellow background within a map of Australia. On the rear is a spring pin clip and the name of the manufacturer - AA Products Sydney (name may be incorrect) tramways, trams, badges, personnel, unions, employees, ptu, rtbu

The Public Transport Union was formed in 1993 from the various Australian Public Transport Unions, see reference. It was renamed as the Rail Transport and Bus Union in 1998 to reflect the impact of privatisation. See 4201 and 7089 for the earlier badge of the same layout. Demonstrates a badge issued to members of the RTBUBadge - Rail Transport and Bus Union. The badge is made on a brass backing with the words "Rail Transport and Bus Union" on the outer edge of the badge with a black enamel background. In centre of badge are images of the modes of transport the union covers - trams, rail, and buses on a yellow background within a map of Australia. On the rear is a spring pin clip and the name of the manufacturer - Pratick Sydney and a telephone number. tramways, trams, badges, personnel, unions, employees, ptu, rtbu

Items issued to John Michael Martin No 2396 A.I.F. Refer Cat No 4567.3 for his service details and true identity..1) Badge, brass, round with Crown at top, “Returned from Active Service”, two lugs on rear for clothing attachment. .2) badge, round, metal, centre has crown and lettering, rear has one single long pin. .3) Badge, metal, plaque shape, coloured, Crown at top with RSL membership clip “1919” denoting a member in 1919..1) Front, “Issued by Department of Defence, Returned from Active Service A.I.F” Rear stamped “187836”. .2) Front, “For King and Empire, services rendered”, rear stamped “92849”. .3) Front, “Returned Sailors, Soldiers Imperial League Australia”, stamped on rear, “R1197”.badges, active service, membership

BHS CollectionBendigo Weekly date unknown. '' A snippet of Bendigo history'' by Edith Lunn, The View Street story, continued. In this article Edith Lunn describes the story of the Old Fire Station. Designed by William Beebe in 1890 and built by J. R. Daley when three early fire brigades amalgamated under the '' fire Brigades Act'' to become the Bendigo Fire Brigade. The clip is in a foldernewspaper, bendigo, bendigo weekly

Newspaper article from Friday, September 11, 1998. '' As it was, and as it will be.'' After having been hidden for almost forty years, the original Bendigo Art Gallery building has been reclaimed. A victim of the modernisation of the 1960s the building has been covered by a cream brick structure until last week. Four photos accompanied the article showing the before and after. The clip is in a plastic folder.newspaper, bendigo

Part of the Alfred Boland collection, refer Cat No 2473.Canvas "Square" bag with shoulder strap bypass buckle. Colour green/brown. Both sides have little pockets, kept shut with press studs. The top lid is kept shut with an American Pattern clip and post system. Inside the bag are two little pockets. The bottom 'Pocket' covers the drain hole. On the back are two belt mounting steel loops.Inside the lid is a broad arrow.equipment, canvas bag, ww2

Donald Henry Harris No 141844, RAAF. Refer Cat No 2318 for service history also 2126.2..1) Identity disc, polished metal, round with small holes re HARRIS D.H stamped lettering front & rear. .2) Identity disc, 8 sided, polished metal with 2 holes re 2127.2. .3) Service ribbons, set of 2 mounted on brass plate with pin clip. 1. 1939-45 ribbon 2. Pacific Star ribbon.1) "141844 HARRIS D H, RAAF, METH, O4"accessory, ribbons, identity, service, discs