Construction of the town of Mount Beauty commenced in 1946 and continued until 1952. It was built to provide family accommodation for workers engaged in the construction of the hydro electric power scheme. As well as housing, there was an administration building, staff hostel, merchandising centre, workmen's camps, base stores and workshops and the Mount Beauty Terminal Station. The first house was occupied in November, 1946 by the then manager of the trading store, with a frontage onto Hollonds Street. The total number of houses erected was 488, 162 custom built and 326 prefabricated. The main workmen's camp can be seen just left of the centre of the photograph and accommodated 144 men at the time of the photograph. By 1950 it could accommodate 1200men. Photo No. 1 is taken in 1947/early 1948 as there is no evidence of the staff hostel under construction. This hostel was commenced in August/September 1948 and is clearly shown in photograph No. 2, dating this photo as 1948 as it is before the completion of the bypass road connecting to the main (high plains) road. This road was constructed in 1939 and in 1948 followed the route of Tawonga Crescent. This remained in use until the bypass construction was completed in early 1949 and does not appear to be finished in this photograph.. Both photographs are taken from the power line easement adjacent to the Bright road.Significant historical pictorial record of the development of a town from grazing land. The type of terrain that had to be surveyed and then to construct roads and other infrastructure, with very little machinery, is also of prime significance in the development of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.Two photographs, both hand painted to show colours, and both of Mount Beauty c 1947/48 not long after commencement of construction of homes and facilities for workers.Photo No.1 - on back of photo, left upper corner, faintly in pencil, SPIKE, underneath this is written T Pay,. Photo No. 2 - on back of photo, left upper corner, faintly in pencil, Jmount beauty, housing, accommodation

In December of 1939 the excavation of a diversion tunnel was commenced to divert water from the East Kiewa River to allow construction of the dam wall. This was completed in February, 1940. Lewis Construction Company had the contract with excavation starting in February and the first batch of concrete placed in September. In 1942 the SECV took over the construction and the wall was completed in March, 1944. Type of construction: Reinforced concrete, slab buttress.Of historical importance in the Kiewa area as it shows the form work and preparation necessary before the pouring of concrete for the first dam in the hydro electric scheme. The destruction caused by the 1939 bushfires is also evident in the upper left hand cornerBlack and white photo, early construction of Junction Dam Wall, viewed from downstreamOn back of photo (left hand upper corner) Junction Dam 5-4-81 Dam viewed from downstream. 352 Time to use for correct exp. 40 sec.bogong, junction dam, secv

These photos were taken in 1950 by Bill Peel who was appointed as a secondary teacher at the newly built Mt. Beauty School in January 1950. He was the entire secondary staff for an enrolment of 4 students in Form 3 (year 9), 9 in Form 2 and 25 in Form 1. There were also 4 primary teachers as the school combined both primary and secondary education. He was provided with accommodation at the staff hostel (Mt. Beauty Chalet). A autobiography is also enclosed describing his 12 months as a teacher in Mt. Beauty.These photographs give a clear picture of the stage of construction of housing in both Bogong Village and Mt. Beauty in 1950. Large workmen's camps are clearly visible at both sites. Construction at Rocky Valley Dam site has just begun. They are of historical significance. The autobiography gives an excellent insight into conditions teachers faced in small country schools;Nine small black and white photographs3 photos stamped with "1 856", 4 photos stamped with "210, 2 photos are identified with hand written inscriptions, in ink, on the back - "Railway Bridge Bright '50" and second photo "Lake Catani '50" also 'Kodak' circular stamp on back of both.mt. beauty, bogong, acccommodation, education, rocky valley

Before loose leaf bailing was introduced dried tobacco was graded then tied in bunches. 300 - 350 bunches went into one bale ready for sale.Tobacco farming began c1960 in the Kiewa Valley and consequently became one of its major industries.Groups of dried tobacco leaves tied at the stem.tobacco, farming, bortolo stefani, kiewa valley

A history of HealesvilleHardcover. Front cover of dust jacket has a photograph of a bullock team hauling a load of timber. Back cover of dust jacket has a photograph of the Maroondah Dam.Stamp of the Marysville & District Historical Society Inc / P.O. Box 22 / Marysville 3779 R. Whitford For/ MANDY/ whose love of the bush/ brought us to Healesvillehealesville, upper yarra valley, victoria, australia, sally symonds, history

"Memories of the 'class' of 88", Title "Kurnaji" actually not shown or used. Headmaster / Principal – Mr. Michael Blake. Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the late 1980s. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1988 - includes photographs50 Pages (approx), Yellow cover with black writing. watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the late 1960's. The word Kurnaji is thought to have been derived from the indigenous Aboriginal language with the meaning "Windy Hill" - refer 1971 Kurnaji Editorial page.Annual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.Note: This was the 1st Year of Kurnaji's publication, the last being in 1989 (see Record Item 274).52 Pages, Blue cover, Title "Kurnaji" in Red ink. Cover drawing of students. Headmaster / Principal - Mr. C.K. (Ken) Canty. 2 copies.watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1969 - includes photographs Includes Roll Call section with names of all studentsAnnual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports.48 Pages, Blue cover, Title "Kurnaji" in Black ink. Cover illustration - black ink line drawing. Headmaster / Principal - Mr. C.K. (Ken) Canty. 2 copies.watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1970 - includes photographs.Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1970s48 Pages, Black & White cover, Title "Kurnaji" in White. Black and white photograph of two students and school banner. Headmaster / Principal – Mr. C.K. (Ken) Canty. 3 copies.watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1971 - includes photographs. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students. Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1970's.50 Pages (approx), Blue & White cover, Title "Kurnaji" in Blue ink. watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1970's.A permanent record of Who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1972 - includes photographs50 Pages (approx), Blue cover, Title "Kurnaji" in White ink on blue and maroon background. Headmaster / Principal – Mr. C.K. (Ken) Canty Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1960's. Watsonia High School has now moved to their own buildings in Nepean Street. Annual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.Note: This was the 1st Year of Watsonia's solo publication.20 Pages, Blue cover, Title in black with Illustration of students. Headmaster / Principal - Mr. L.G.MillerOwner's name on coverwatsonia high school

Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1960's. Watsonia High School now has three levels with increasing student numbers.Annual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.20 Pages, Blue cover, Title in black with linocut illustration. Headmaster / Principal - Mr. L.G.MillerOwner's name on coverwatsonia high school

Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1960's. Watsonia High School now has four levels with increasing student numbers.Annual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.20 Pages, Blue cover, Title in black with linocut illustration. Headmaster / Principal - Mr. L.G.MillerOwner's name on coverwatsonia high school

Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the mid 1960's. Watsonia High School now has five levels with increasing student numbers.Annual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.28 Pages, Blue cover, Title in black with linocut illustration. Headmaster / Principal - Mr. K. Canty.Owner's name on coverwatsonia high school

A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1989 - includes photographs. Note: This was the last year of publication of Kurnaji as Watsonia High School was merged with Watsonia Technical School to become Greensborough Secondary College. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students. 50 Pages (approx), Black cover, Title "Kurnaji" in White ink.watsonia high school, kurnaji, yearbooks

A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1973 - includes photographs. Headmaster / Principal – Mr. C.K. (Ken) Canty. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1970's. 50 Pages (approx), Black & White cover, Title "Kurnaji" in Black ink. Line drawing of spider web. watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1984 - includes photographs. Title "Kurnaji" not actually shown or used this year. Headmaster / Principal – Mr. Grant. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the early 1980's. 50 Pages (approx), White cover with red graphic and "watsonia 1984". 2 copies. watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

"Memories of the 'class' of 88", Title "Kurnaji" actually not shown or used. Headmaster / Principal – Mr. Michael Blake. Depicts events and attitudes, primarily of students as they go through their adolescent years in the late 1980s. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students.A permanent record of who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1988 - includes photographs50 Pages (approx.), Yellow cover with black writing. Copy 2: Item 729, donated by Rosie Bray.watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

A permanent record of Who attended Watsonia High School - both student and teacher in 1989 - includes photographs. Note: This was the last year of publication of Kurnaji as Watsonia High School was merged with Watsonia Technical School to become Greensborough Secondary College.Annual record of teaching staff, students and events that took place over the year by using both photos and reports. Includes Roll Call section with names of all students. 3 copies50 Pages (approx), Black cover, Title "Kurnaji" in White ink.watsonia high school, yearbook, kurnaji, school magazines

A very detailed book of songs issued to students in the early years of Watsonia High School during the 1960's. Songs were grouped by sections, one of which was National Songs that contained clear allegiance to "Mother Britain". Refer to the 'Statement of Significance' section below.National Songs Section - God Save The Queen, There'll Always Be An England, Rule Britannia, Land Of Hope And Glory, I Vow To Thee My Country, Advance Australia Fair. All these songs make reference to Britain (the 3rd verse of Advance Australia Fair contains "Her sons in fair Australia's lands, still keep a British soul'.A collection of 113 songs sung by students at Watsonia High School. 38 Pages, Blue cover, Title in Red ink.watsonia high school, songbook

Created in 1984 by a member of the Watsonia High School Staff (Maria Wozniac) as a permanent record for future safe keeping - 27 years on it has found the perfect permanent home at Greensborough Historical SocietyReflects through documentation of that time, how a Victorian Secondary School functioned during the 1980's. A good comparator for readers of George Orwell's prophecy book "1984" written in 1948.Black 2-ring binder, foolscap size, Contains: Weekly Newsletters Vol 84 No 1 thru 41; HSC Report; Various Committee Reports; Admin Folder and General Handbook; School Principal & Departmental Notices; 1984 School Magazine (Kurnaji); Special School Events notices.Compiled by Maria R. Wozniacwatsonia high school, staff notices, student notices, george orwell, 1984

Created in 1984 by a member of the Watsonia High School staff (Maria Wozniac) as a permanent record for future safe keeping - 27 years on it has found the perfect permanent home at Greensborough Historical SocietyReflects through documentation of that time, how a Victorian Secondary School functioned during the 1980's. A good comparator for readers of George Orwell's prophecy book "1984" written in 1948.Black 2-ring binder, foolscap size, Contains: Daily Notices. These notices appeared on the Staffroom Noticeboard and next to Student Timetables. Compiled by Maria R. Wozniacwatsonia high school, staff notices, student notices

The construction and development of the Kiewa Hydro scheme showing its construction and the people in work and play during its duration. It also shows the development of Mt Beauty and Bogong townships. The films were used as News Reels, Tourist Information and Entertainment.This VHS is a snap shot in time (1990) when the Kiewa Valley was still relatively under populated and holiday houses owned by city bound workers was still relatively insignificant. As more and more holiday makers retire to a small but friendly region(Kiewa Valley and Mount Beauty) the increase in visitor numbers will affect the local rural bush scene more and more. The changes that will occur (in time) can be measured against the scenes presented in this video. The additional resources provided by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria of "alpine bush" fire control and management, together with an ongoing educational scheme for school children in learning about what constitutes the Alpine country's unique environment, are a very important offshoot, benefitting to both the communitieThe DVD is nestled within a formed inner structure (case), which not only prevents the disc from moving to and fro but also unnecessary intrusion of foreign particles.This DVD is a TDK data/video recordable single sided 4.7 GB disc.It is a 1-16x speed.audio visual, kiewa history, educational

This DVD of the development of the Tawonga and Mount Beauty General Hospital covers the time period 1949 to 1996. It was a period of intense evolution of both the expansion in population and the increase in the medical facilities provided by a once slightly remote rural hospital to that of one of a regional and alpine advanced hospital. The population expansion of the region during this period was due to the greater growth of local (Kiewa Hydro Scheme) and tourism population provided the need of advancement in the modus operandi of hospital treatments.This DVD details the medical evolution in rural areas and the greater availability of medical professionals to rural areas. The relative isolation of the Kiewa Valley before transport and communications were greatly advanced in the mid to late 1900's resulted in not only increases in population but also the tourism trade. These two important factors required the degree of professionalism for the hospital and with an increasing aged population the diversity into aged care.This DVD has a coloured photograph of the Tawonga District Hospital as a background drop. Printed in black on the front 'An Historical Record / Tawonga District General Hospital / 1949 - 1996.'On the DVD label "An Historical record" below this "Tawonga District General Hospital" below this "1946-1996"hospital dvd, tawonga, mount beauty hospital, specialised treatments

This folder represents the true "Aussie" and the pride felt living in small rural communities. It was present in the period before the 1990's but fell so ever slightly away through the faster pace of the "modern" life evolution into a more "introspective" life style. The changes brought on by technology e.g. computers, mobile telephone "texting" and the internet has slowly impinged upon those community "get togethers" of the 1900's. Life in small rural towns and regions however have only slowly moved away from the community self worth attitudes which were so strong when life in rural areas was more insulated through physical and technologically isolation.This Tiny Towns Folder with its content is highly significant to the small town of Mount Beauty and the Kiewa Valley and its region because it represents the "true" value of rural life in the "modern" Australia. The "old" values of "mateship" and looking after the community is still very strong in the rural sector, as compared with living in the cities. The psychological and physical benefits of living in smaller rural centres is clearly demonstrated by the contents of this "Tidy Towns", keep Australia Beautiful, competition. The value of "the true blue, dinky die mateship" is still very much alive in country towns and rural environments. Although the physical isolation of yesteryear may not be so strong as the technology and population growths boost a greater interaction between city and rural folk, the ingrained attitude of comradeship still prevades. This large blue coloured lever arch folder (cloth with a red lined border) has 104 plastic pockets each with two sheets of documentation for the appraisal of the decision makers/judges of the "Keep Australia Beautiful Council (Vic), "Tidy Towns" competition.Adhesive stickers on front cover "Tidy Towns" "Keep Australia Beautiful" below this "Mount Beauty" community beautification programs, rural town pride, community pride, a town's self wrth

Construction of the main road from South Tawonga to the Bogong High Plains, to provide access to the construction sites for the new Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme, was commenced early in 1938, the work being undertaken on behalf of the Commission by the Country Roads Board. For the construction work, the Commission purchased three Caterpillar - model R07 - diesel crawler tractors equipped with Kay Brunerei (Brunner) hydraulically operated trail builders (angle dozers)). This acquisition resulted from a visit to the United States of America in May, 1937 by the Construction Engineer ( Mr. C.H. Kernot) and Assistant Civil Engineer (Mr. J.F. Douglas) where they saw this relatively new type of equipment in use. With the co-operation of the CRB, the Commission demonstrated the operation of these machines at Fishermen's Bend on 6th April, 1938. They were then sent to Kiewa where they commenced operation towards the end of the month. From South Tawonga, the route led immediately across the Western Branch of the Kiewa River necessitating the construction of a bridge 100 feet long. By the end of 1939,the excavation had been 'opened up' for a distance of 19 1/2 miles (approx. 31 km.) and of this length, 10 miles (approx. 16 km) had been surfaced.The purchase and use of this type of mechanical equipment in road making was a huge investment, as prior to this most of the work would have been done manually with the use of picks and shovels. Not only were many months of hard manual labour saved, but a very significant amount of time in providing access to the proposed work sites for the new Kiewa Hydro Scheme. This photo is an excellent reminder of how primitive the early machinery was compared to the present but also represents the forward thinking of the State Electricity Commission's Engineers in purchasing such new and innovative equipment.A black and white photograph of a Caterpillar diesel crawler tractor and a hydraulically operated trailbuilder (angle dozer) making a road in the Mt. Beauty area.Hand written in black ink in the top left hand corner are the words "Kiewa Road Making 25/8/1938". On the upper right hand of the photograph has been stamped the number 3. On the back is stamped the word 'Velox' severaly times, which is the make of the photograhic paper. roadmaking, caterpillar tractor, kiewa, state electricity commission

This photograph was taken in august, 1938 some eight years prior to the establishment of Mt. Beauty as a township. The area was still being used for grazing cattle and the land was eventually acquired from the local land owners by the State Electricity Commission. The construction of the road, from Tawonga to the High Plains, was commenced in April of 1938. This allowed men and heavy equipment to be transported to the work sites for the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Prior to this access was by bridle trail, either on horse back or by foot. By 1946 housing construction had commenced for the new town of Mt. Beauty and by 1948 street construction in the southern part of the town was completed as far as Hill Street.This is an important photograph as it shows the upper Kiewa Valley and the site for Mt. Beauty as it was before the establishment of the town. The land has been cleared of natural vegetation and used for grazing cattle.Black and white photograph of farmland, cattle in the distance, hills in the backgroundHandwritten in the upper left hand corner, in black ink, 'Kiewa 25/8/38'. The number 8 has been stamped in the upper right hand side of the photograph. On the back have been stamped the words Velox, indicating the type of photographic paper.kiewa, mt. beauty, construction, grazing, secv

Records names of local people and purchases bought from a local general store. When names in the register are indexed it may be possible to determine where the store was located. Historically significant. This shows who the families of the Kiewa Valley were and what type of things they purchased. This would be the only register for this store in 1906.It gives a good historical record of what families purchased during this period and how much they could spend. It also displays the importance of general stores to the community Leather spined cash book for general store, for period from 5th March 1906 to circa December 1906. Green cover with brown spine. Hand writtern entries record date, purchaser, account number and items purchased. 382 pages. "Commenced March 5th 06" on front page book, general store, customers, shop, store, cash book, ledger, 1906, groceries, accounts, kiewa valley, pioneers

This item could have been used by a woman who had reasonably good hand stitching and patchwork skills. The time period would be before the 1950's as post 1950s this item would have been commercially available from any medium populated towns Historically this particular item would have been one before circa 1950s, when haberdashery shops would not have been so readily accessible for those families living in the Kiewa Valley. The protection of side boards indicates that furniture at that time was required to look good and last longer. Pride of the family household furniture was also very highTable or dressing table cover made of calico. Hand stitched into Suffolk puffs, large 12 cm in diameter, small 4.5 cm in diameter. 8 large and 103 small ones. All hand stitched together. Hand madepatchwork, calico, hand stitching, home furnishing, furniture coverings