The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.NDSN School 97 PTS 2.2 97 1981 Nurse checking a thermometer Debra Hyatt (Echuca student).8593.12 NDSN PTS 97 2.2 1981 Debra Hyatt (Echuca Student)ndsn, nursing

The postcard is significant because it shows the extent of the flood in the early 20th Century. The bridge crosses the Southern Cross channel which had been built as part of the Murray Darling irrigation system. There is a vehicle on the bridge either being towed by bullocks or horses. Floodwaters cover the whole view.The postcard is significant because it shows the extent of the flood in the early 20th Century. The bridge crosses the Southern Cross channel which had been built as part of the Murray Darling irrigation system. It is also near the water filtration plant which filters the town's water supply. There is a vehicle on the bridge either being towed by bullocks or horses. Floodwaters cover the whole view.A black and white postcard showing Goulburn Road, Echuca East, in either the 1906, or 1916 floods.Printed on the back are the words; W. Grimwood Echuca. POST CARD. Correspondence Address Only Kodak Australia. Hand written on the back are the words 1906 or 1916? Southern Cross bridge near filtration plant. Goulburn Road, Echuca East.floods, goulburn road, echuca east, pullicino, j, postcard, southern cross channel, water filtration plant

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This photograph is significant because it shows one of the tasks involved with the restoration of the P.S. Pevensey which took place in 1974/75. Kevin Hutchinson had come to Echuca from Mildura when the City of Echuca bought the Pevensey. He was responsible for the task of restoring the paddle steamer. He continued to work at the Port of Echuca until his death in 2016. In 1990 he received an Order of Australia medal for his contribution to the Port of Echuca.This photograph is historically significant because the P.S Pevensey had come from Mildura to Echuca in the early 1970's to help develop Echuca's tourism industry. Kevin Hutchinson moved to Echuca with the paddle steamer , and was involved in the restoration. Kevin continued to work at the Port of Echuca until his death in 2016. He was also awarded an Order of Australia medal in 1990 for his work at the Port of Echuca.A black and white rectangular photograph of the new stem post being fitted to the P.S Pevensey, whilst resting on the Moama slipway. The stem post was only one task in the complete restoration of the P.S Pevensey which happened in September 1975. There is a piece of chain attached to a crane at the top of the stem post. On the side of the Pevensey is a plaque with many lines of writing on it. The heading on the plaque says P.S. Pevensey.On the front of the photograph can be seen a plaque with the heading P.S Pevensey. The plaque is covered with writing which cannot be read. On the back of the photograph, in black ink is written the following words, ' Pevensey restoration 1974/75. New stem post being fitted.'stem post restoration, p.s pevensey restoration, p.s pevensey, hutchinson, kevin.

This photograph shows the locomotive shed is in quite good repair. It also shows that in 1979 the shed was not being used. There is long grass and bushes around the shed. The picture shows the architectural features of the shed very well.This photograph is significant because it shows the state of the locomotive shed at the Echuca Railway station in the late 1970's.A coloured postcard sized photograph of a locomotive shed at the Echuca Railway station, taken facing the facade which incorporates three symmetrical and connected arches.. There is a round window above the three arches.locomotive shed, echuca railway station, trains, railways

The photograph shows the state of the Echuca wharf in 1973 or 1974. The P.S Pevensey looks like it has just received a fresh coat of paint. There is also a train parked on the wharf behind the school students. The river also appears to be quite high. This photograph shows the state of the wharf in the early 1970's. It shows the fence between the wharf and Murray Esplande was relatively new. The tourism industry was very new to Echuca in the 1970's but the P.S Pevensey looks ready to take Tourists cruising on the Murray River. It also shows schools were using the port as a valuable resource for teaching History.A black and white photograph of the P.S Pevensey tied up to the Echuca Wharf. There is a group of school children leaning over the wire fence at the edge of the wharf. There is also one teacher supervising the children. The Steam Packet Inn and the Customs House can be seen in the background.Pevensey; Melbourne can be seen clearly written on the paddle steamer. On the back of the photograph is written "This photograph is with the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge photo; Michael Cheshire. There is also a purple Port of Echuca stamp on the back of the photograph.echuca wharf, p. s pevensey, ministry of tourism, cheshire, michael

The barge 'Ada' was built in Echuca in 1899. It was 33 metres in length and 6.9 metres wide and was made from timber and iron. It's design was unique as it was half-timber, and half-iron- the iron featured above the water line to prevent the wool bales from getting wet. The 'Ada' was used to carry wool from sheep stations on the Murray and Murrumbidgee Rivers down to Echuca Wharf for distribution around the world. The Permewan Wright, Murray Shipping Company, owned the 'Ada' and in the1930s the barge was sold to the Evans family who used it to transport timber to it's Echuca sawmill. The 'Ada' was purchased by the Port of Echuca in 1974 and is seen here on the Moama slipway undergoing restoration for Port of Echuca in 1979 to 1980. The remains of the 'Ada' still lie on the banks of the Moama slipway but it has fallen into near complete disrepair.The barge 'Ada' is very significant due to the uniqueness of her design. The hull is timber, up to the water line, then iron from the water line up to protect the bales of wool bales that it transports from water damage. The P.S Pevensey, within the Port of Echuca collection, has the same design feature.The barge 'Ada' in dry dock, on a slipway with a 4 knot marine sign is next to it. The barge is surrounded by trees and has since fallen into disrepair. Verso: 'Ada Barge'murrumbidgee river, wool, ada, murray river, barges, evans saw mills, timber industry, port of echuca, echuca wharf, permewan wright co.

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, railway workshop, j-508, j-class steam locomotive (vulcan foundry), k-185, k-class steam locomotive (vr newport workshops), r-727, r-class steam locomotive

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, railway workshop, k-185, k-class steam locomotive (vr newport workshops)

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, railway workshop, j-508, j-class steam locomotive (vulcan foundry), k-185, k-class steam locomotive (vr newport workshops)

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, weighbridge test wagon

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, weighbridge test wagon

Before the station was shortened. In the image there are 14 verandah posts. On the left end the last two were removed along with the smaller brick building and brick shed with Echicha sign and the ancilliary sheds.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station

For refuelling the diesel railmotorsDigital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, fuel bowser, fuel pump

Before the station was shortened in the distance with the removal of two smaller brick buildings and several ancilliary sheds.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, qr drop side open wagon

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca railway station, brill bogie

PS 'Adelaide' was later turned into a display in the park surrounded by rose bushes for around 20 years before being restored and returned to the Murray River.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, paddle steamer, ps adelaide, steam engine

PS 'Adelaide' was later turned into a display in the park surrounded by rose bushes for around 20 years before being restored and returned to the Murray River.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, paddle steamer, ps adelaide, steam engine

PS 'Adelaide' was later turned into a display in the park surrounded by rose bushes for around 20 years before being restored and returned to the Murray River.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, paddle steamer, ps adelaide, steam engine

PS 'Adelaide' was later turned into a display in the park surrounded by rose bushes for around 20 years before being restored and returned to the Murray River.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, paddle steamer, ps adelaide, steam engine

Very close to entrance of Victoria Park this view is looking southwest along Crofton Street to intersection with Dickson.. The buildings are all attached and the immediate two in the foreground have since been demolished or significantly altered however the old shop building and attached house on the corner (32 Dickson St) remain recognisable today.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, crofton street, dickson street, houses, shops

Viewed from Leslie Street. The Steam Packet Inn continues to operate today. It was the closest hotel for anyone who had just come off a paddle boat. In the background can be seen two cyclists riding along Murray Esplanade, the swing gates are the entry into the railway yards.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, leslie street, murray esplanade, steam packet inn

Viewed from Leslie Street. The Steam Packet Inn continues to operate today. It was the closest hotel for anyone who had just come off a paddle boat. In the background can be seen two cyclists riding along Murray Esplanade, the swing gates are the entry into the railway yards.Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, leslie street, murray esplanade, steam packet inn

George Coop's Holden Station Sedan can be seen parked in Leslie Street on the right of image. Murray Esplanade running parallel to the train. The two-storey brick building is the Steam Packet Inn. Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Kodachrome positive transparencygeorge coop collection, echuca, echuca wharf railway station, murray esplanade, steam packet inn, k-172, k-class steam locomotive (vr newport workshops), leslie street

Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencygeorge coop collection, railway bridge, trestle bridge, walhalla, echuca

c.1962 photo of original Victorian Railways photoDigital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white transparency of an original printechuca railway station, george coop collection, steam engine, victorian railways

Report compiled by four students of 'Tourism Planning and Development' at Ballarat University College (later Federation University Australia).victorian tourism industry, tourism, alumni, echuca, moama, hopwood's ferry, murray river, goulburn river, campaspe river, gaming, port of echuca

Report compiled by five students of Tourism at the University of Ballarat (later Federation University Australia).victorian tourism industry, tourism, alumni, echuca, moama, hopwood's ferry, murray river, goulburn river, campaspe river, gaming, port of echuca, river red gums, wetlands, emmy lou, paddle steamer, star hotel, echuca farmyard, echuca coach house