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Ringwood and District Historical Society
Document, Memorials of Gweneth Horman 1918-2013 Ringwood East
Gwenneth Horman was Lady Mayoress of Ringwood when her husband was Mayor and was involved in many local oganisations4 pages of typed notes and 4 hand written by Richard Carter as his tribute to Gwenneth Horman at her funeral on 19 November 2013 giving her life achievements. 2 computer copies of family death notices and a Memorial card of the Order of Service. 5 pages of memories of Ringwood East. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Memorabilia - GRAHAM HOOKEY COLLECTION: PHILATELIC ITEMS
Philatelic items: one shire of Warragul centenary first day cover, one achievements in technology cover postmarked Camperdown 19 Aug 1987, three aerogrammes Australia Expo '88, one Australia Expo '88 first day cover, three pre stamped envelops commemorating Sydpex 1980.philately, covers, first day cover -
Tarnagulla History Archive
Facsimiles of 3 historic pamphlets
David Gordon Collection. Compiled by David Gordon. Black display folder with facsimiles of three booklets: 1. Souvenir Flower Day booklet (1918) - contains names and information on achievements of men who served from Tarnagulla and other towns in district. 2. Tarnagulla State School Roll of Honour (WWI) 3. The Church Life of Arnold 1911-1976 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - LONG GULLY HISTORY GROUP COLLECTION: PRESS RELEASE
BHS CollectionCopy of a two page press release mentioning the placement of an information marker to acknowledge the achievement that underground mining made to Bendigo. It was felt that Long Gully was the ideal location for a marker as not only was the Long Gully township an underground mining centre it is also close to being geographically the centre of the Bendigo deep mining field.bendigo, history, long gully history group, the long gully history group - press release, the long gully history group, the cornish association, the city of greater bendigo, long gully community house -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Booklet, Bertil Hulten, Building Modern Sweden, 1951
Robin Boyd travelled to Europe in 1951 on a Haddon Scholarship. He may have picked up this book on this trip.This is a black and white illustrated booklet of 64 pages. The Author's summary on the reverse of back cover says "This book of pictures tries to show what good modern Swedish architecture looks like and its connection with ordinary people in their daily life. The pictures are not typical, but they represent some of the best achievements during the last ten years."sweden, architecture, town and country, swedish architecture, hulten , walsh st library -
Federation University Historical Collection
Poster - Ballarat Teachers' College Ceremonial Collar, Welcome to: Ballarat Teachers College: Class of 1971: 45 Year Reunion: 5 & 6 November 2016, 2016
The Ballarat Teachers College held a 45 year Reunion for the class of 1971 on the 5 & 6 November 2016. All students plus their four teachers were invited. Three sticky notes are attached to the poster to identify famous persons.This is a photographic collage poster featuring many mug-shot style photographs of the members of the class of 1971, with a note to identify which classroom they were a part of. Sticky notes with hand-written labels identify three members of the group with a personal achievement. A poem titled 'Extra Muros' is displayed verso inbetween two logos of the Ballarat Teachers College.Ballarat Teachers College logo as part of a flag.ballarat teachers' college, denis spielvogel, marg heffernand, joy dunstan, rachel smith, alumni, reunion, john mildren, ian fryar, ian gribble, geoff mcrea -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Booklet - Bendigo Swimming Club - Reflections Over 70 Years, 1987
The first general meeting of the Bendigo Swimming and Life Saving Club was held in October 1917. The club was established at a large dam in Barnard Street and included its own lifesaving boat. Prior to this there was a Bendigo Swimming Club that was accessed by subscription. This club swam at a variety of privately owned bathing pools, including McGuires Baths in View Point and Moran's Baths. This club existed as early as 1863. In 1966 the Bendigo club combined with the Eaglehawk swimming club and in 2012 and in 2012 the name changed to the Bendigo Hawks Aquatics.57-page soft cover booklet with gold covers. 'Bendigo Swimming Club - Reflections over 70 Years ' 1917 to 1987 Compiled by Tom Henderson, Records Officer. Printed by Cambridge Press, Bendigo 1987 Year by year summary of the club's achievements illustrated with B&W photos. Includes a section on the Water Polo teams. Inside front cover signed in ink 'Thos. H. Henderson 1987' bendigo swimming club, tom henderson -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - LONG GULLY PRIMARY SCHOOL COLLECTION: A HISTORY OF SCHOOLING IN LONG GULLY, 1978
A History of Schooling in Long Gully 1852 - 1928. This essay first sets the Bendigo and Long Gully scenes and then outlines the history of previous schools in the Long Gully township before detailing the history and achievements of Long Gully primary school from its inception in 1879 to the end of its first fifty years. 37 pages with maps.Ian. Weibgen.bendigo, education, long gully, bendigo - long gully., schools, education. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Book, Harold Freedman The Big Picture, Designed and published by Gavin Fry, David Freedman, David Jack for Melbourne Mural Studio, 2017
Hard Cover Book with Dust cover.Harold Freedman was an Artist of enormous drive, ambition and achievement. While best known for his series of painted and mosaic murals, the largest ever created in Australia. He was also an influential teacher, an official war Artist and book designer. -
Federation University Historical Collection
Photograph - Photograph - Colour, Suzanne Godfrey, The Royal Standard Flying at Federation University Mt Helen Campus, 2018, 09/04/2018
Federation University Australia showcased its students and research at a luncheon for His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex KG GCVO, at the Mt Helen Campus on Sunday, 8 April. The University’s student leaders and academics joined other dignitaries and business representatives for the special event. “The University is deeply honoured to host HRH The Earl of Wessex and share his passion for volunteerism and The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award,” Professor Helen Bartlett, Vice-Chancellor, said. Prior to the luncheon HRH The Earl of Wessex experienced a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony at the University. The program included showing HRH The Earl of Wessex concept plans for a refurbished Sports Science facility at the Mt Helen Campus. Guests were treated to a performance by the Arts Academy’s renowned vocal ensemble Word of Mouth. At the conclusion of the luncheon, HRH The Earl of Wessex planted a tree at the Student Commons Courtyard. The visit to the University by HRH The Earl of Wessex was the first by a member of the Royal Family since Prince Charles visited in 1974. HRH The Earl of Wessex was in Australia to attend the Commonwealth Games and undertake additional engagements to recognise and promote The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Australia. HRH The Earl of Wessex, who is the Chair of The Board of Trustees of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, attended 32 engagements across Melbourne, Ballarat, Hobart, Brisbane, and Adelaide, from formal receptions, Award presentations, meetings with government officials and the community sector, to meeting Award Participants and their families at community centres. The events enabled HRH The Earl of Wessex to engage with over 1,000 young people undertaking the Award, and over 3,400 Award volunteers and supporters who will have the opportunity to discuss their activities and showcase the work being done to help young Australians dream big, challenge themselves and find their purpose, passion and place in the world. HRH The Earl of Wessex’s visit celebrates significant milestones and growth in the diversity of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program in Australia. “The Award’s relevance to all young Australians is as important today as it was when it started over 60 years ago,” Mr Peter Kaye AM, Chief Executive Officer of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia, said. “Employers in particular are recognising the ‘soft skills’ that are so necessary for a well prepared future employee.”Photograph of the Royal Standard Flying on the Federation University Mt Helen Campus flagpoles during the visit of HRH the Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, KG GCVO. Prince Edward visited the Mount Helen campus as the Chair of the trustees of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation. The award is the world's leading youth achievement award. It has helped inspired, empower, connect and recognise the achievements of more than 8 million young people in more than 140 countries. The Award presents a balanced, non-competititive program of voluntary activites that encourage personal discovery, growth, resilience, perseverance, responsibility and community service. It is about individual challenge and encouraging young people to become mature and active citizens who positively contribute to society, through activities that inspire them.prince edward, earl of wessex, royal visitor, duke of edinburgh's international award foundation, federation university, royalty -
Wannon Water
Ornament
2002 Powercor Warrnambool- Moyne Business Achievement Awards South West Water's contribution to the region's environmental health was recognised at the 2002 Powercor Warrnambool-Moyne Business Achievement Awards.Clear resin ornamentPowercor Australia Environmental contribution South West Water Authority Deakin Universityawards, south west water authority -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - COHN BROTHERS COLLECTION: NEWSPAPER ADVERTISING OPENING OF WANGARATTA SOFT DRINK FACTORY
Folded undated newspaper advertising opening of Cohns Bros Wangaratta Soft Drink Factory. Minister of State Development Mr Manson officially opened same. Large number of district business houses congratulated Cohns on their achievement. An outline of three Cohn brothers arrival in Victoria and their travel to Bendigo and establishing their business in the 1850's gold-rush period.bendigo, industry, cohn bros brewery, official opening of cohns soft drink factory in wangaratta. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Decorative object - School Trophy, 1967
See Ref. 4362Wooden Shield with seven silver shields surrounding a central plaque depicting sporting achievements. The silver shields were awarded from 1967 - 1973. The trophy was donated by Ringwood Timber and Trading Co. shown on a silver plate on the bottom of the shield. The shield was awarded by Mitcham and District State Schools Sports Association as shown on a silver nameplate on the top of the wooden shield.Mitcham and District State Schools Sports Associationtrophies & awards, sports -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Article, Kyle van der Kuyp, 4/09/1985
Kyle Van Der Kuyp, aged 13, wins national Aboriginal Sports Person award for 1985 for outstanding sporting achievements overseas. He won Under 15 Hurdles at Spenborough and Leeds. Currently he is training with Commonwealth track and field coach, Neville Sillitoe. His sporting affairs manager is Wayne Richards. Pictured with Bob Hawke.aborigines, van der kuyp, kyle, national aboriginal sports person award, sillitoe, neville, richards, wayne, hawke, bob -
Tennis Australia
Cameo, 1933-1940
A cup trophy, a racquet, two framed photographs, a magazine, and a mounted and framed cameo - all featuring or related to Alice Marble - mounted onto a burgundy velvet-lined board, in commemoration of the achievements of Alice Marble. Materials: Fibreboard, Velvet, Wood, Paint, Metal, Paper, Ink, Lacquer, Nylon, Photographic emulsion, Leather, Adhesive tape, Glue, Stonetennis -
City of Greater Bendigo - Civic Collection
Ephemera - Council election advertising pamplets, Alec Craig, 1966
Alec Craig was elected to the Barkly Ward seat on the Bendigo City Council in March 1954 after the resignation of Cr J A Michelsen. He became Mayor in 1956 and served from 1956 -57, 1963 - 64 and 1973 -74. Councillor Craig first posited the idea of Hargreaves Street becoming a shopping mall but retired from council in 1976 before the idea was executed. Alec Craig was the foundation President of the Provincial cities and Town Association of Victoria and President of the Bendigo Base Hospital in 1973. He was awarded an O.B.E. in 1973 for outstanding public service. Grace Adeline Craig was a respected teacher at Bendigo Girl's School and Bendigo High School.0383.1 Three fold voting pamphlet with photo of Councillor Craig on front cover. Inside is a printed letter to Mr and Mrs Ratepayer promoting Councillor Craig's past achievements. 0383.2 How to vote flyer for Councillor Craig. Printed on pink paper. 0383.3 Vote 1 Craig poster. Two colour print on cream paper. Edges missing.mayor craig, mayoress craig, councillor alec craig, grace adeline craig -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph, Lakes Post Newspaper, Debbie Gray with daughter Emma, 1996
Black and white photograph of Debbie Gray with daughter Emma, winner of Tattersalls Achievement Award, made donation toward purchase of vehicle for Surf Life Saving Club, photograph shows vehicle in background, with members Kim Woodward, and Ron Stott, Ray Stephenson from Bairnsdale Mazda, Dennis Shepherd from Fishermens Co-op. Lakes Entrance Victoriaawards, celebration -
Unions Ballarat
A Century of Struggle: A History of the Electrical Trades Union of Australia, Victorian Branch, Purdham, Ken, 2002
History of the ETU Australia, its growth and achievements.Relevant to the history and growth of trade unions in Australia.Paper; hardback book; 2 copies. Front cover: blue, orange and black; white text; two-tone industry photographs.Front cover: Author name and title.electrical trades union of australia, victorian branch, etu, btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat trades and labour council, unions, history -
Vision Australia
Audio (item) - Sound recording, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind, Around the Institute: September 21, 2004
Around the Institute was a weekly program consisting of interviews around a specific topic, undertaken by host Corey Nassau. September 21: For Sight Achievement Award winner for Outstanding Personal Achievement – Martin Stewart, VicSwish – Brent Franklin. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows -
Bendigo Military Museum
Pamphlet - PAMPHLET, THANKSGIVING WW2, 9.5.1945
United Services of Thanksgiving and Remembrance on the Occasion of the Achievement of Victory in Europe. HQ 5AUST DIV (AIF) - 9 MAY 45 Two page plain paper pamphlet with typed wording. Shows National Anthem, prayers, hymns, bible reading, 1 minutes silence, Last Post Reveille. Address was by Snr Chaplain R F Stuart - Burnett (C of E).Handwritten in pen: “At Jacquinot Bay, New Britain”pamphlets, thanksgiving, victory, europe -
Wangaratta High School
WHS Sports Award, 2006
Brown wooden 2006 Hume North East Region Sports Award plaques with gold metal plate on the bottom section and 3D Year Champion sticker in the centre. Team awards: Year 7 female squash Year 11 & 12 Cross country U21 relay athletics Year 11 & 12 Squash Individual Awards: Jayson Shaw- Baseball Outstanding Achievement -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - 50th Anniversary South Bendigo Athletic Club
136-page soft cover book entitled '50th Anniversary South Bendigo Athletic Club.' Established 17th January 1957 Produced by Life Members Paul Rance and Greg Hilson Includes year by year description of activities and athletic achievements with photos. List of Life Members inside front cover. Also annual lists of President, Treasurer, Secretary and Vice President.south bendigo athletic club, 50th anniversary, athletics -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Certificate - Award Certificate, T. C. Camm
E3032.16.1 and E3032.16.2 large Scholars' Examination award certificates. The certificates have patterned border and 13 places for seals of achievement to be attached. The certificates are issued on behalf of the Young People's Department Examination Committee, E3032.16.1 on behalf of J Russell Orton, Secretary and E3032.16.2 on behalf of A Vincent Ballard, Director. E3032.16.1 has six seals attached and E3032.16.2 has two seals attached.E3032.16.1 "Audrey Hudson" "3rd October 1940" E3032.16.2 "Raymond Hill" "23/9/1934"audrey hudson, j russell orton secretary young people's department victoria & tasmania, methodist church of australasia young people's department, raymond hill, a vincent ballard director young people's department victoria & tasmania -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - LONG GULLY HISTORY GROUP COLLECTION: LETTERS FROM THE LONG GULLY HISTORY GROUP
Letter dated 7th May 2002 to Councillor Willi Carney from George Ellis, Long Gully History Group requesting the council to consider the site in their original application for the marker to acknowledge the achievement of underground mining Linear Park Long Gully. The allocated site is unsuitable as the ground is unstable and work to stabilise the ground to stop it from tipping could double the cost.bendigo, history, long gully history group, the long gully history group - letters from the long gully history group, councillor willi carney, city of greater bendigo, george ellis -
Greensborough Historical Society
Pamphlet, Austalian Labor Party, Australian Labor Party: History Organization and Achievements
Outline of history, organization and achievements of the Australian Labor PartyPamphlet, folded into 6 pages, green text on white paper.australian politics and goverment, australian labor party -
Williamstown High School
Certificate honours 1954
Awarded to a student for outstanding academic achievement over the year.Buff coloured card printed with school logo.Typed in: Penelope Tilbrook, 1A, Six Honours.1954. Signed in red pen: K.J. Coldicutt (Form Teacher) Stamped in brown ink: C.E. Brook (Head Master)williamstown high school, certificate honours -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Digital photographs, L.J. Gervasoni, Koroit Primary School Sir John Eccles Tall Poppy plaque, 2015
Digital imageskoroit, moyne shire, primary school, school, sir john carew eccles, sir john eccles, john eccles, nobel laureate, nobel, tall poppy, celebrating, science, scientific, achievement -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Wilson Transformer on low loader, Crockford Street, Port Melbourne, 1939
Photo from book 'Wilson Transformer - 50 years of achievement'Photographic copy of Wilson transformer on low loader in Crockford Street, 1939. Shows back wall of Hoyt's Eclipse cinema in left cornerindustry - manufacturing, transport - motor vehicles, yellow express, wilson transformers, hoyts theatre ltd -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Interior of factory, Wilson Transformers
Taken from book 'Wilson Transformers - 50 Years of Achievement'One of three copy photos depicting Wilson Transformers: interior of factory, date unknownindustry - manufacturing, wilson transformers -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Interior of factory, Wilson Transformers
Taken from book 'Wilson Transformers - 50 Years of Achievement'One of three copy photos depicting Wilson Transformers: interior of factory, date unknownindustry - manufacturing, wilson transformers