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Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Spoon - Found in Portland Bay, Victoria, n.d
Passed on by gentleman in local pub some 20 years ago because donor's mum collected spoons. Was told it was found in Portland BayTablespoon. Encrusted -
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Artwork, other - Quilt, Pioneer Quilters, Millenium Quilt, 2002-2005
... February 2006, Portland Arts Centre. needlework local history ...Portland Quilters Exhibition, 1-28 February 2006, Portland Arts Centre.Hand and machine pieced and appliqued quilt. Central depiction of the Portland bay with jettie, breakwater and Port. Scene includes fishing boats, ships, tug boats, a whale, foreshore with several buildings and a bluff with a lighthouse. Central image edged in blue fabric quilting. Surrounding this are 20 printed images of old buildings taken from sketches contained in 'The Portland of Jack Adamson' by Joe Wiltshire (book). Outside boder is blue quilted fabric. Back top contains folded and sewn area for mounting/hanging beam.Front: (no inscriptions) Back: (no inscriptions)needlework, local history, quilting -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Document - Written History, c. 1979
... Cliff Street Portland great-ocean-road Written History Document ...Handwritten history of local government and list of councillors up to 1979, on heavy cardboard, by Vanda Savill.local history, shire of portland, glenelg -
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Book, Victorian Government Gazette 2, 1882 (1 July - 31 December), 1883
Local Courts.Dark green marbled fabric over hard cardboard. Red leather corners and spine. Gold lettering on black band on spine. Gold crown & lettering on spine.Front: N/Alocal courts, legal documents, victorian history -
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Functional object - 2013 Calendar - Weymouth and Portland, UK, c. 2013
2013 calendar of Weymouth and Portland, in Dorset, UK. Full colour, local scenes, sponsored by Rotary Club of Weymouth in association with Portland Camera Club.calendar, uk, tourism, travel -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Book, John Ferres, Government Printer, Melbourne, Victorian Government Gazette 1, 1884. 1 January - 30 June, 1884
Local Courts.Dark green marbled fabric over hard cardboard. Red leather corners and spine. Gold lettering on black band on spine. Gold crown & lettering on spine.Front: N/A -
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Book, Victorian Government Gazette 1, 1868. 1 January - 30 June, n.d
Used by Local Council.Dark blue marbled cloth cover over hard cardboard. Red leather spine and corners. Gold lettering on black band on spine. Gold crown and lettering on spine.Front: N/A -
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Decorative object - Doily, FLORENCE MILLARD, n.d
Collection of doilies and cloths, hand worked by Florence Millard, who won numerous prizes in local shows.Identifying Numbers 9736 a,b a) crocheted doily, blue and white cotton, circular, variety of stitches b) crocheted doily, blue and white cotton, circular, variety of stitches. Slightly smaller than a) Measurements a) 17.5 cm, b) 16 cm diameter -
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Decorative object - Doily, n.d
Collection of doilies and cloths, hand worked by Florence Millard, who won numerous prizes in local showsSmall square filet crochet doily, cream cotton butterfly design. -
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Administrative record - Ledger - Town of Portland, ARNALHT JACKSON, 1952-1956
Ledger, hard cover, cloth bound in green, tan leather corners and spine. Dark red rectangle in centre of front cover, with 'POUNDKEEPER'S BOOK - TOWN OF PORTLAND' in silver print. White label on fly leaf with printer's details and a repeat order no. 'A34560' in pencillocal government, administrative record, town of portland, council records -
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Photograph - Photograph - Warrane, Portland, n.d
'Warrane' is a substantial double story residence at 35 – 37 Henty Street and was erected c 1855 for Lindsay Clarke, a local architect and surveyor, Clarke is recorded in the 1857 rate book as the owner /occupier of the premises which it appears to incorporate an earlier single story stone cottage extent on the same site in 1853.The design of the house is centered around eight gables , all identical in size, two on each facade and the street front was originally sheltered by a single story veranda. The stone work in the building is finely executed with dressed stone moldings around all the principal openings. The home is an exceptionally unusual design and is possibly unique in Victoria for its period. The finely executed stone work and overall intactness give added significance.'Warrane' 35 Henty St Portland (now known as 'The Finials'. Also shows building on its western side. Reproduced from small snapshot photo -
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Magazine - Magazine - Portland Echo, Portland Aluminium Smelter Victoria, Portland Echo, 10/08/1990
Four page periodical, the 'Portland Echo', produced by Portland Aluminium. Contains articles on various smelter employees, local business, Admella Festival 1990. -
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Plaque - Plaque - Portland Vintage Car Club, Portland's 150th Anniversary, c. 1984
Enamelled brass plaque, oval, hole each end. Plain back, front green, enamelled border, with gold print, Portland Vintage Car Club Inc. Victoria's first Permanent Settlement. central area, pale gold, with 150th logo and gold print 'COMMEMORATES PORTLAND'S 15OTH ANNIVERSARY 1834 - 1984'vintage car, local society, portland 150th anniversary, 1834, 1984, plaque, souvenir, memorabilia -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Craft - Cotton Doyley, n.d
Part of a collection of doyleys and cloths, hand worked by Florence Millard, who won numerous prizes in local showsEmbroidered cotton doyley with crochet edging, cream, oval, yellow wattle design.domestic item, craft, handicraft, embroider, womens history -
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Functional object - Box of sealing wax, n.d
Possibly from the Portland Town Council collection.Artefacts relating to the Portland Town Council represent the history of the Glenelg Shire and how it came to be. The Glenelg Shire Council was established by an Order-in-Council under the Local Government Act 1989, published in the Victorian Government Gazette S63 on 23 September 1994. Three councils were amalgamated, the City of Portland and the Shires of Glenelg and Heywood, to form the new Glenelg Shire.Cardboard box containing 11 full sticks and 5 partial sticks of sealing wax. Sealing wax embossed with maker detailsFront: Orange and yellow paper label on top. S. Maw, Son and Sons Fine sealing wax Crest in centre with London Englandportland town council, local government, glenelg shire, administration -
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Functional object - Sticker, 1995
In use by the Glenelg Shire Council 1995-March 2006Sticker with the Glenelg Shire Council logo on it.Front: GSC logo Back: (no inscriptions)glenelg shire council, administration, local government -
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Certificate - Certificate - Historic Buildings, Portland Town Hall, 1974
From the Victorian Heritage Register: The foundation stone of the original Portland Town Hall was laid by William Learmonth on 21st September, 1863 following a competition and subsequent public controversy over the permitted entry of architect John Barrow. The conservative classical design of municipal surveyor Alexander Ross was preferred and this axially planned design with central council chamber and side offices fronted by a fine axed pedimented gable entablature of basalt and Tuscan Doric pilasters was completed by 24th may 1864. The old Town Hall is one of a distinguished group of public buildings in Portland and an interesting example of conservative classical architecture of the first years of settlement in western Victoria. The basalt structure was partially erected of stone from the Portland stockade and has significant historical associations with local Government administration in the district. The Town Hall is the most impressive work of Alexander Ross, a surveyor architect whose career remains largely undocumented. The old Town Hall at Portland has been discreetly extended at the rear to provide additional meeting room accommodation. The premises are no longer used for local government administration.A4 sized certificate demonstrating Portland Town Hall's special significance to the state of Victoria & inclusion on the Historic Building Register. Singed by Robert Maclellan, Minister for planning & Historic Buildings Council Chairperson. Red seal attached, bottom right.portland town hall, history house, heritage register, historic buildings, certificate -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Document - Shire of Portland Map and local attractions, Vanda Savill, n.d
Bowerbird Museum4 Page document produced by Vanda Savill. Front and back pages have hand written and illustrated descriptions of Shire of Portland, including attractions. Inside is a map of the Shire with towns and areas of interest highlighted. -
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Souvenir - Fridge Magnet - Blaze, Portland, n.d
Rectangular rubber fridge magnet. Back black, front yellow with blue print. 'Blaze' logo at top. 'Ph 5523 1832 Props Gail & Cindy 47 Bentinck St. Portland' beneathsouvenir, advertisement, local business, portland -
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Souvenir - Fridge Magnet - Pino's Pizza House, n.d
Rectangular rubber fridge magnet. Black back, front white with black print. 'PINO'S PIZZA HOUSE HOME DELIVERY TAKEAWAY BYO RESTAURANT PHONE 21 7388'; line drawing of man carrying pizza.advertising, local business, portland restaurant -
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Flyer, Portland Botanic Gardens, n.d
DL flyer, bi-fold, map of Portland Botanic Gardens, Portland City Coat of Arms, and view of Gardens Cottage on one side,. History of the gardens on the other. green paper, black print.tourism, visitor, advertising, local information -
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Slide - Glass Slide - advertisements for local businesses Portland, n.d
The Star Theatre opened on 7th November 1925, with 991 seats located in orchestra and balcony levels. It was rebuilt to the plans of architect Geoffrey S. Richards, opening of 27th October 1937. In 2011, there was a small Star Cinema operating in the former balcony area. The main orchestra floor has been in use as a plumbers merchants, but is unused. The Star Cinema was closed in 2015 and is now in use as a church.Glass slide, possibly used at Portland Star theatre, to advertise local business. Bright and Hitchcock's Pty. Ltd - Jantzen swim suits. Image painted on one slide, then another plain glass slide fixed over imageportland star cinema -
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Booklet - Booklet - Tourist guide Portland Victoria, n.d
Twelve page tourist guide to Portland and district, produced by Tourist Information Centre. Contains tourist information and local business advertisements. Black and white. -
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Slide - Glass Slide - Advertisements for local businesses Portland, T.W. Cameron, Slide Specialist, 430 Bourke St, n.d
The Star Theatre opened on 7th November 1925, with 991 seats located in orchestra and balcony levels. It was rebuilt to the plans of architect Geoffrey S. Richards, opening of 27th October 1937. In 2011, there was a small Star Cinema operating in the former balcony area. The main orchestra floor has been in use as a plumbers merchants, but is unused. The Star Cinema was closed in 2015 and is now in use as a church.Glass slide, possibly used at Portland Star theatre to advertise local business - Dawkins and Son, Top Twenty Fashions of the Year. Image on one glass slide, clear glass slide fixed over imageportland star cinema -
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Slide - Glass slide - Local business advertisements Portland, LINTON BROS - 61 MARKET ST SYDNEY, n.d
The Star Theatre opened on 7th November 1925, with 991 seats located in orchestra and balcony levels. It was rebuilt to the plans of architect Geoffrey S. Richards, opening of 27th October 1937. In 2011, there was a small Star Cinema operating in the former balcony area. The main orchestra floor has been in use as a plumbers merchants, but is unused. The Star Cinema was closed in 2015 and is now in use as a church.Glass slide, possibly used at Portland Star theatre, to advertise local business. Advertising coming movie 'The Awakening', a United Artists production directed by Samuel Goldwyn. Image painted onto one glass slide, then another plain glass slide fixed over imagestar cinema portland -
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Slide - Slide - advertising Sol Segal, n.d
Sol Segal was a shop on Percy Street, Portland. It was advertised in the Portland Guardian in 1933.Glass slide, possibly used at Portland theatre advertising local business - Sol Segal; prestige hosiery. Image painted on one glass slide, then plain glass slide fixed over imagesol segal, womens clothing, mens clothing, portland business -
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Slide - Slide - Hoyt's Movies advertisement, n.d
Glass slide, possibly used at Portland Star theatre, to advertise local business - Hoyt's movies. Image painted onto one glass slide, then another plain glass slide fixed over imageadvertising, portland business, slide -
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Negative - Glass slide - Local business advertisements Portland, Blanks Ltd, n.d
In 2011, there was a small Star Cinema operating in the former balcony area. The main orchestra floor has been in use as a plumbers merchants, but is unused. The Star Cinema was closed in 2015 and is now in use as a church.Glass slide, possibly used at Portland Star theatre to advertise local business - Segal and Co - Jantzen Sun Clothes. Image painted on one glass slide, then another plain glass slide fixed over image -
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Functional object - Bottle Label, Jeffrey Cordial Factory, n.d
Thomas Jeffrey established the Jeffrey Cordial Factory in Casterton in 1874.Bottle label, 'Jeffrey Bros Superior Creme Soda'. Orange and royal blue background, royal blue and white print.soft drink, jeffrey bros, cordial, soda, casterton, local industry -
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Programme - Programmes - Portland CEMA, 1970-1990
Collection of programmes from CEMA productions 1970s -1990's. a. 'Sentimental Bloke' black card, white diamond pattern, black print on white b. 'Free as air' Light blue card, gold print c. Snow White and the Seven dwarfs' a pantomime, white card, black print, red applelocal theatre, community group, portland cema, amateur theatre