Typical magazines from the 1950's and 60'sThree magazines, colour printed No 1 My Home September 1958 English magazine No 2 New Idea August 21st 1963 Australian magazine No 3 New idea March 29th 1961 Australian magazine all feature knitting patterns, recipes, stories and homemaking plus advertisements of the daySee photographs

Madame Weigel's - monthly journal of fashion. Enid Gilchrist patterns - an Argus Production. Weldon's - printed in London, agent for NZ and Australia Gordon and GotchAll six books soft cover, colour print. Patons no 115 Bedjackets, Patons No 267 Jumpers, vest, cardigans, Weldon's sock and stockings for men and boys, Enid Gilchrist book has paper patterns inserted. Madame Weigel's includes advertisements, short stories, sewing, knitting, crochet patternssee photos

Useful information for the farmer and recreational shooterThree paper stapled catelogues containing many makes of guns, rifle, cartridges and accessories that could be purchased by mail order.see photos

Indicating fashions and homeware styles of the the early 1950'sPaper stapled catelogues all published in 1952. Rockman's - ladies clothing. Myer emporium - Mens, ladies, childrens clothing, beds, electrical appliances, shoes, makeup. Wakes - Ladies and men's clothing, beds, electrical appliances, wall paper, curtains, fabric, crockery, furnituresee photos

Issued by the Red Cross Emergency Service. Australian Red Cross Society, 44 Latrobe Street, Melbourne, C1Small paperback book. Well used, paper cover marked ad dog-eared. 16 pages. Price Three pence. Describes duties of a nurse, how to take temperature, pulse, dressing, washing, diet, bed making, bandaging.See photos

Small badges sold for fundraising during WW1Twenty seven small metal badges which were sold for fundraising during WW!. Ten of them relate to Australian, French, Italian, British Red Cross. Others Anzac/Remembrance Day, Peace Loan 1913. Subscriber,Hospital Day.See photo

Mary and Samuel Parker were residents at Booahhnoomoonah and grandparents of Gwen Hagger. Samuel (1857-1932) Mary (1869-1954) was his second wife.Sepia portrait of man and lady in gold oval frame. Has handwritten family tree on backSee photos

Telford Tennis courts were situated on the Telford Yarrawonga Road, west of the railway line, Telford station and silos. A thriving club existed from early 1920's with players from surrounding areas in early times. balls and tournaments were held as fundraisers. Prominent family names included Stevenson, Chappell, Mulquiney, Thom, Inchbold, Connell. Quinn. There were three teams during the 1960's playing in the Wilby and District Tennis Association ( WDTA) competition. Opponents included Wilby, Almonds, St Mary's, Bundalong, Savernake, Rennie, Roseneath, Burramine. Being in a low lying area the Telford dirt courts were often flooded. At the beginning of the season working bees were held to remove the weeds. mow the surrounds and line the courts During the early 1980's the courts were abandoned and home matches were played at the Yarrawonga Lawn Tennis courts. The club still has a team in the WDTA in 2019. A number of B grade Premierships have been won over the years however A grade premierships have been non existent. The club has always encouraged juniors to play and now the players mostly originate from Yarrawonga. Current President (2019) is Richard Inchbold, Secretary/Treasurer Joan Thom. The Bank account is held at the CMCU. The club is no longer IncorporatedCountry tennis teams provided a social outlet from the farming pursuits of the districtall enclosed in a cardboard box. Minute books 1927 to 2014 (not all complete). Includes photos, paper cuttings, Wilby and District Tennis Association draws, subs books, list of names of those who have played for Telford. Consumer Affairs returns, Incorporation papers, receipt books, some correspondence (later years)see photos

The first centrifugal separator was invented in1878 by Dr. de Laval. This recognized the need for a mechanical milker for which patents were granted in 1894. Alfa Laval were leading world producers of mechanical milking machines. The manual was used in Tungamah during the 1940's and 1950'sPaper booklet describing the operation, parts and installation of the Alfa Daisy Milker. Inside front cover is listed the companies that distribute the milker. Australian capital cities. Illustration includes 12 pagesSee photos

Contains names of teachers and students of the time. Headmaster was Roger SandersYellow printed card cover with A 4 size black and white printed pages. Contains contributions from members of all classes Preps to Grade 6 Stapled at spineSee photo

Gives lists of students in their year groups, also teachers of the time. Headmaster Alph Smale 1973 to 1975 Headmistress Marjorie Mortimer 19764 Yarrawonga High School magazines 1973, 74,75,76. A4 size black and white printing and photos. Stapled at spines. Contain contributions from students and teachersSee photosyarrawonga high school, magazine

John Quinn and Co were Real Estate agents of Collins Street MelbourneStiff card folding invitation honouring the 1934 Melbourne Centenary Celebrations and inviting clients of John Quinn & Co Pty Ltd to attend the Royal ShowSee photos

Features a photo of the 1934 committee members and helpers on the cover, including names.A4 size booklet White card cover with blue print, 35 pages outlining prizes, classes and events, entry form. List of Stewards and Committee members and Life Members.See photos

“Spiral bound A4 size 12 pages and front and back cover. Cream embossed heavy paper with sepia print. Contains one page for each month. Depicts early scenes of Yarrawonga Streets, river, hotels, stores, Showgrounds - all with descriptions See photos

Photo's Received From Ms Winsome Morris Daughter of Fred Tilly Manager of of Snells QuarrySeven Photgraphs of Wildcat Hill QuarrySee Contextbig lizzie clearing the area for the quarry

The key ring was for sale at the School as a memento of the 140th anniversary 1861-1926.Gold and black enamel shield attached to a gilt key ring. The key ring has 'Burwood East Primary School H54' inscribed above a picture of the school and 'Together we Learn' on the lower edge. On the underside is 'Best Wishes from Burwood East Primary School. Founded 1861'.See Description.numismatics, tokens

Four cardboard glove -shaped inserts with 'four fingers'. Two outer cardboard shapes have advertising slogan (matching). Banner emblem with word ' DENTS' World emblem on upright hand - words either side 'Hand in glove with the world 'You will enjoy wearing these gloves by DENTS the world's leading glove makers for 200 years Easy care with longer wear'See abovecommerce, advertising, costume accessories, glove accessories

This is the twenty-first key presented to Ronald Arthur Edwards in August 1935. The celebration, held at his parents home in Husband Road, Forest Hill, was attended by many well known local people who signed his birthday key. Ronald Edwards was the youngest child of Arthur and Martha Edwards. In 1929 aged 15 he contracted poliomyelitis and became an invalid. He died in 1955 at Forest Hill.This item is significant in the history of Forest Hill as all the attendees and Ronald Arthur Edwards are from the pioneering families of the area of the Shire of Nunawading.Large wooden plywood key made to celebrate the 21st birthday of Ronald Arthur Edwards in August 1935. Written on handle end in pen Ron Edwards 21st - 19.Key end signed Anna Course, Herbert Course, R.J. Bird, D.J. Bogle.Reverse side R. Course, A.H. Course, Aunt Corrie, F. Bogle, Aunt Harriet, Marjory Course, S. Edwards, Edwards, H. Edwards, E. Edwards, Doug Edwards, Charlie Course, Jean Course, Tom Bailey, H.S. Tainton, N. Tainton, ?Luen Edwards, C.W. Bird, ?S.U. Course, J. Porter, Bob Course, J.E. Bird, M.P.? Course, ?Edwards, L. Tainton, J. Bird, Shirley Edwards, H. Edwards, Ed, A.E. Edwards, Albert H..., V. Edwards, F. Smith, W. Smith, L.James, E. Galley ?, A.E. Edwards, Mother and Father. Gold traces on one side; 21 carved out in key end.See Descriptionhandcrafts, woodwork

Framed photograph of the history of H.M.A.S Australia 1928 - 1954. H.M.A.S Australia was one of three County Class Heavy Cruisers that served with the R.A.N during World War 2.The other 2 being H.M.A.S Canberra and H.M.S Shropshire. Canberra was sunk on the 9th August 1942 at the battle of Savo. H.M.A.S Australia had a length of 192.13M - a beam of 20.8M - a draught of 6.5M. She had a top speed 0f 31 knots (57 km/h) or 36 mph. The British Government donated H.M.S Shropshire to replace Australia. Australia's Battle Honours include Atlantic 1940-41 Pacific 1941-43.Coral Sea 1942- Savo Island 1942- Guadalcanal 1942 - New Guinea 1942-44 - Leyte Gulf 1945 Lingayan Gulf 1945. H.M.A.S Australia was commissioned on 24/04/1928 and paid off on the 31/08/1954. She was broken up in Britain in1956.See description.

Cap Badge ,Black Watch, Royal Highlanders 1902-1935. Badge features a rayed and faceted star similar to the Star of the Order of Thistles. Upon the centre, within a wreath of thistles, an oval frosted circle bears the burnished motto: 'Nemo Me Impune Lacesset' ( Meaning no one attacks me with impunity) This is surmounted by a monarchial crown. Within the circlet the figure of St Andrew is depicted holding his cross on a frosted ground On either side of the crown bears ' The Royal Highlanders' . On the bottom of the badge a scroll with the words 'Black Watch". refer https://collection.nam.ac.uk/detail.php?acc=1963-12-74-1See "Description"

C 1960's- Two Brown paper bags with red printing. - "Castor sugar -1 lb net weight when packed"See abovecontainer, bulk purchase, food purchase

Baby shoes and shawl were worn by Anne van Popering (items appox.65 years old)1 x baby shawl 3 x baby shoes 2 x "hanky" shirts Also kitchen items: pudding boiler & cookbookssee photosbaby, clothes, shoes, kitchen, cooking items,

Orange coloured plastic cover on a cream plastic children's Singer Sewing Machine see photosewing machine, children, sewing, hobby

Celebrating various milestones of the Numurkah Lions Club2 x 750ml port bottles with Lions Club labelling One with 50th Anniversary Tawny (2019) The other with International Convention, 14th District...….1991(see photo)numurkah lions club, port, anniversary

Booklet with heading "Livestock Traffic" produced by Victorian Railways, 1967 Contains information about transport vans, dimensions, weight, etc See photo victorian railways, livestock, transport, cattle wagons

Horse & Cart was used by Council Workers up until the early 1970's to clean street gutters.B&W photo of Shire cleaners with horse & cart, early 1970's. On the back: names of the two council workerssee photohorse, cart, shire workers, street cleaners, 1970's, photo

Laminated copy of a B&W photo showing steam tractor towing three wagons loaded with wheat bags on their way to the railway station, past the Bank of Victoria, corner of Melville & Knox Streets, Numurkah. Label: William Hodge, Esq. Invergordon, 9..bag average 1911see abovewheat bags, wagons, steam tractor, bank of victoria