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Ballarat Tramway Museum
Negative, early 1960's
Yields information about Ballarat tram operations in Drummond St South during the early 1960's at the Urquhart St Loop.Negative and Digital images of the Wal Jack Ballarat Negative file of 41 and 21 northbound in Drummond St South after crossing No. 39 at the Urquhart St loop. No. 41 (Lydiard St Nth) and No. 21 (City). Both cars have adverts for dancing at Civic Hall and No. 21, Twin Lakes. In the background is a store advertising The Age, The Sun and The Herald newspapers. Photo early 1960's. See Reg Item 376 for a photo taken at the same time - note the car mirror.trams, tramways, drummond st south, urquhart st, tram 41 tram 21 tram 39 -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Archive (Sub-series) - Subject File, BONWICK, James (1817-1906), 1958
Various partiesReference, Research, InformationKHS OrderSubject file containing information about James Bonwick (1817-1906). The file contains a newspaper article/clipping on the book collection of Dr. H. Boyd Graham (The Age, Jan 19, 1963), which refers to Dr. Graham owning 47 separate items by Bonwick. The other is a publication called ‘Bonwick’s Boroondara: Annotations and Index to James Bonwick’s ‘A Sketch of Boroondara 1858’ by Gwen McWilliam (Camberwell City Libraries, 1989, 44pp, VII endpages) [The Bonwick-Judd Deed is in the Judd file]james bonwick, kew - historiansjames bonwick, kew - historians -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Anzac Commemorative Medallion
The Anzac Commemorative Medallion was instituted 1967. It was awarded to surviving members of the Australian forces who served on the Gallipoli Peninsula, or in direct support of the operations from close off shore, at any time during the period from the first Anzac Day in April 1915 to the date of final evacuation in January 1916. Next of kin, or other entitled persons, are entitled to receive the medallion on behalf of their relatives if the medallion has not been issued. Design The medallion is cast in bronze and is approximately 75 millimetres high and 50 millimetres wide. The obverse of the medallion depicts Simpson and his donkey carrying a wounded soldier to safety. It is bordered on the lower half by a laurel wreath above the word ANZAC. The reverse shows a map in relief of Australia and New Zealand superimposed by the Southern Cross. The lower half is bordered by New Zealand fern leaves. The name and initials of the recipient is engraved on the reverse. The medallion is issued in a presentation box. Badge Surviving members were also issued with a lapel badge in the form of a small replica of the medallion to recognise their Gallipoli service. This badge is not issued to other applicants.This medallion was presented to A. F. Hoffman a survivor of the Gallipoli Campaign. The medallion is cast in bronze and is approximately 75 millimeters high and 50 millimeters wide. The obverse of the medallion depicts Simpson and his donkey carrying a wounded soldier to safety. It is bordered on the lower half by a laurel wreath above the word ANZAC. The reverse shows a map in relief of Australia and New Zealand superimposed by the Southern Cross. The lower half is bordered by New Zealand fern leaves. The name and initials of the recipient is engraved on the reverse. The medallion is in the original presentation box that show wear from handling and ageThe recipients name is inscribed A.F. Hoffmanmedallion, anzac medellion, boxed medallion -
Tarnagulla History Archive
Death Certificate, 1872
A large lot of papers, including this and many other birth, death and burial records, were apparently found in the ceiling cavity of the Sandy Creek/Tarnagulla Post and Telegraph Office in the later 20th Century, during building works. Donald Clark Collection. Transcript of document (partly printed, partly handwritten): TO THE REGISTRAR OF THE DISTRICT IN WHICH THE UNDERMENTIONED DEATH TOOK PLACE I hereby certify that I attended William Taylor aged 68 last Birthday; that I last saw him on April 5th 1872 that he died on April 7th at Newbridge and that the cause of his death was Chronic Bronchitis, Duration 2 Years. Signed Edward Green Proff. Title: [indecipherable] Address: Tarnagulla Date: April 8th 1872 -
Tarnagulla History Archive
Death Certificate, 1871
Donald Clark Collection. A large lot of papers, including this and many other birth, death and burial records, were apparently found in the ceiling cavity of the Sandy Creek/Tarnagulla Post and Telegraph Office in the later 20th Century, during building works. Further information about this individual (the deceased) is contained in THA-2019.0891. Transcript of document (partly printed, partly handwritten): TO THE REGISTRAR OF THE DISTRICT IN WHICH THE UNDERMENTIONED DEATH TOOK PLACE I hereby certify that I attended Henry Douthell (Douthat?) aged ___onths last Birthday; that I last saw him on ------- 1871 [section missing Nov 27th at Jones Creek [section missing] of his death was Bronchitis Exhaustion, Duration 3 months. Signed: [indecipherable] Proff. Title: [indecipherable] Address: Tarnagulla Date: November 27th 1871 -
Tarnagulla History Archive
Death Certificate, 1872
A large lot of papers, including this and many other birth, death and burial records, were apparently found in the ceiling cavity of the Sandy Creek/Tarnagulla Post and Telegraph Office in the later 20th Century, during building works. Donald Clark Collection. Transcript of document (partly printed, partly handwritten): TO THE REGISTRAR OF THE DISTRICT IN WHICH THE UNDERMENTIONED DEATH TOOK PLACE I hereby certify that I attended John Coombe aged 26 last Birthday; that I last saw him on April 6th 1872 that he died on April 6th at Llanelly and that the cause of his death was Typhoid Fever, Duration of illness 21 days. Signed: Edward Green Proff. Title: [indecipherable] Address: Tarnagulla Date: April 8th 1872 -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "Last run for cableman Ron", 11/08/1973 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper Clipping - from The Age Saturday 11/8/1973, titled "Last run for cableman Ron" about the retirement of MMTB driver Ron Houghton from the tramways. Has a photo of him and his wife Merle on the front of a tram. Ron was the driver of the last Bourke St cable tram in 1940 - has a photo of him on the last tram. Notes Ron joined the MMTB in 1940. Quotes Depot Master Harry O'Neill about Ron's performance. Photo by Percy Spiden.trams, tramways, drivers, retirements, cable trams, bourke st, last tram, tram 352? -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "The last cable tram makes its final run", mid to late 1980's
Cutting from The Age, date unknown, mid to late 1980's? when he was a columnist for "A Day in the Life of Australia", titled "The last cable tram makes its final run", about the closure of the Bourke St cable system 27-10-1940. Notes the early run in to prevent damage, quotes Mr. Bell, life of the cable in Bourke St (17 weeks), quotes a gripman Mr. Arthur Coppledick about the rules, and has a photo of a cable tram set.trams, tramways, cable trams, closure, last tram -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "Zed's nearly dead: Melbourne's first modern trams to go", 14/04/2016 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping from The Age, Thursday 14/4/2016 titled "Zed's nearly dead: Melbourne's first modern trams to go", written by Adam Carey, Transport Reporter about the demise of the original Z class fleet. Has an interview with Adam Chandler of the FOHTD museum and Simon Murphy of Yarra Trams. Contains photos of Z35 running a 3a service and Z37 in Bourke St. Photo of Z35 by Pat Scala. Also has a cartoon - with a "Z's" coming out of the tram.trams, tramways, z class, yarra trams, cartoons, route 3, bourke st, tram 35, tram 37 -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "Shuttles may end tram bottleneck", 28/03/2006 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper cutting from The Age, 28/3/2006, titled "Shuttles may end tram bottleneck", with the sub-heading "Operator presses state for new terminals, better trams". Item written by Stephen Moynihan, with a map showing proposed shuttle route and terminals. Examines the use of shuttle trams along St Kilda Rd from the various intersections with trams along that road. Quotes Dennis Cliche, the CEO of Yarra Trams, upgrading of Domain Interchange, and the purchase of new trams.trams, tramways, st kilda rd, tram services, domain interchange, yarra trams -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "This tram fare means a la carte with style", 11/10/2004 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping titled "This tram fare means a la carte with style" about the launch of the Restaurant Tram 442 dated 15/2/1983 from the Age Newspaper, Melbourne Living Section. Has a photo of John Murphy and Paul Stephen Daly. Item has notes about the tramcar, the work involved and a review of the menu and food and contact numbers. Notes that the cost was some $500,000. Photo by John French and story by Marshall Wilson. Item over two pages.trams, tramways, restaurant tram, w2 class, tram 442 -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "Late trams to go before flow”, 26 Feb 2019
Newspaper clippings titled: "Late trams to go before flow” - the Age, Tues 26 Feb, 2019. Trial of new GPS technology on trams on route 75 which will trigger an early switch of traffic lights from red to green. This will enable late-running trams to proceed through the intersection. Information from the GPS systems will be sent to a central traffic control centre to change light sequence and prioritise late-running trams. Trial will run between March and May 2019.trams, tramways, route 75, toorak rd, burwood highway, traffic control, traffic lights, testing, trials -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, “Free tram expansion attacked”, 6/06/2019 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clippings titled: “Free tram expansion attacked” Newspaper clipping from the Age 6/6/2019 by Benjamin Preiss Melbourne's free tram zone should not be extended according to Public Transport Users Association's Daniel Bowen. He claims it causes overcrowding and loss of revenue. MP Rod Barton has proposed the extension to cover the zoo, Shrine of Remembrance and the MCG, which has been passed in parliament. Proposal will now be examined along with cheaper off-peak fares.trams, tramways, public transport, free tram, ptua -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "Back to the days when trams stood still", 16/01/2010 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping from The Age, 16/1/2010, titled "Back to the days when trams stood still" about the 1990 Tram blockade, changing the ticketing system and industrial issues about the Conductors dispute. Quotes Jim Kennan about Scratch tickets who was the Minister at the time. Also Lou Di Gregorio, Roberto D'Andrea, and Marin Cikes. Has a photo of D class tram with Roberto D'Andrea, Helen Said, Marin Cikes, Eddie Tuncer and Joe Pitisano.trams, tramways, melbourne, tramways, conductors, unions, tram blockade, scratch tickets -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, "Latest tram crash triggers inquiry", 24/10/2007 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping from The Age, 24/10/2007, titled "Latest tram crash triggers inquiry" with sub heading "Six in hospital after two tram North Melbourne smash". Reports on the collision between Z3 134 and B2 2080 in Flemington Road the previous day. Reports on various recent tram accidents. Quotes Dennis Cliche, John Brumby, Terry Mulder and Minister Lynne Kosky. Article by Stephen Moyninan and Grietta Guerrera with photo by Andrew De La Rue.trams, tramways, accidents, flemington road, b class, z3 class, tram 134, tram 2080 -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Newspaper - Newspaper Cutting, Tessa Smith, 1896-1933
(1) "Landscape Gardening - Hints for Adelaide Home Lovers," copy of article in "The News" (Adelaide) 21 August, 1923 p6 by Tessa Smith (former student). (2) "News of the Day" copy of article in "The Age" 8 October, 1896 p4. T. Smith in a play. (3) "Opportunities in Adelaide" copy of article in "The News" (Adelaide) 17 September, 1923 p6 by Tessa Smith on garden design. (4) "Social Notes" copy of article in "The Advertiser" 1 February, 1932.landscape gardening, tessa smith, female students, garden design, home garden design -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - HARRIS COLLECTION: PHOTO OF FEMALE, Ninteenthn Century
Black & White studio head & Shoulders female aged mid thirties. Wearing Hat, gloves, fern leaf with flowers pinned on dress front. Linked chain visible. Eastwood Bros Bairnsdale printed on front. Scrolled ornatley on reverse, 'Artists & Photographers, Eastwood Bros, Portrait Parlors, Main Street Bairnsdale. Also on reverse printed in small letters. 'This or any other portrait enlarged up to life size & painted in oils or water colors. Extra copies at any time.'Eastwood Bros Bairnsdalephotograph -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Snowy River Story, April 2005
This book recounts the story of the campaign by Dalgety and Orbost to restore water to the Snowy River. Claire Miller is a senior journalist for The Age newspaper with a special interest in the environment. She has covered this campaign since 1999.This book recounts the story of the campaign by Dalgety and Orbost to restore water to the Snowy River. It is significant to this collection as many of the current residents of Orbost were involved in the campaign.A 270pp paperback book titled Snowy River Story written by Claire Miller. On the front cover is a coloured photograph of the Snowy River at Bete Bolong. It documents the story of the campaign to save the Snowy River.snowy-river snowy-mountains-hydro-electric-scheme environmental -
Bendigo Military Museum
Souvenir - PROPELLER, WOODEN MODEL, 1942 - 1945
Oswald James Renshaw No. 116751 RAAF Enlisted 6.8.1942 aged 37. Discharges 13.2.1945 with rank of Corporal in No. 1 Stores Depot. Served in New Guinea, Goodenough Isl, Noemgor Isl, Kirinina Isl.Propeller - laminated wood, brown, shaped as a propeller on a stand, six brass screws and circle metal disc in centre.souvenir, raaf, o. j. renshaw -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Folder, Petty, Bruce
Bruce Petty was a newspaper cartoonist as well as making other graphic artworks. Contents Newspaper article: "Renowned 'scribbler' Bruce Petty dies at 93", The Age, 7 April 2023. Obituary of Bruce Petty.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcbruce petty -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book - Book - Scrapbook, Ballarat School of MInes: Scrapbook of Newspaper Cuttings, Book 65, October 1994 to November 1994
Collection of newspaper articles related to Ballarat School Of Mines.They cover activities and advertisements for staff. The papers concerned are The Courier, Ballarat, The Australian, The Age over the period of 24 October 1994 to 26 November 1994.Book with yellow cover, front, spiral bound. teaching positions advertised, pre-employment courses, courses available, enrolment for smb courses, minister storey inspects smb plans, eratica, vecci and smb join forces, apprenticeships at john valves, trade evening at ararat school of mines, garden for pleasure, top training team, ray schenk, margaret stewart, zivco miclch, ken gordon, city approve smb site, ceramics exhibit, ingrid van loon, barry norman, bryan rainford, on wild, neville french, david farnsworth, irene warfe, german group visit, great week for ballarat, literacy problems, rob newton, assist principal ararat secondary, ararat college and smb sign memorandum, skills training centre opening -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book - Book - Scrapbook, Ballarat School of MInes: Scrapbook of Newspaper Cuttings, Book 66, November 1994 to December 1994
Collection of newspaper articles related to Ballarat School Of Mines.They cover activities and advertisements for staff. The papers concerned are The Courier, Ballarat, The Australian, The Age over the period of 29 November 1994 to 29 December 1994.Book with yellow cover, front, spiral bound. teaching positions advertised, pre-employment courses, courses available, enrolment for smb courses, memorandum creates force, elder, young chefs on trial, nicole cobain, aaron taylor, francine briody, ararat courses increased, installation of geoffrey blainey, university of ballarat liftout, richard mcgarvie installs new chancellor, chancellor launches rich history, anne beggs sunter, smb training of water board staff, alice discovers computers at 80, smb presentation of volunteer tutors, peg johns, joan goldsmith, bob carmichael, david linder, heather bush, connie sadler, sue rattray, george burk, john vellenoweth, edleen tinker, lois morritt completes vce, neville love, ararat college plan approved, grants to build networks, mark judd, colin tonkin award for excellence, ruth kealy wins walker ceramics award, koori artists show works, fine art gallery, rubina burgoyne, bill blackall, kylie bird, ray muir, abraham baksh, anne beggs sunter uni origins -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book - Book - Scrapbook, Ballarat School of MInes: Scrapbook of Newspaper Cuttings, Book 67, December 1994 to March 1995
Collection of newspaper articles related to Ballarat School Of Mines.They cover activities and advertisements for staff. The papers concerned are The Courier, Ballarat, The Australian, The Age over the period of 24 December 1994 to 9 March 1995.Book with yellow cover, front, spiral bound. teaching positions advertised, pre-employment courses, courses available, enrolment for smb courses, smb help farmers, tafe meets student needs, historically a great city, geoffrey blainey, carole seymour, victorian public service medal, kevin martin ararat sm, clinton miller draughtsman, international skills olympics france, mature age students ararat, $12m information technology centre at ballarat university, $6m for smb brewery site, english course for overseas students, university placements, kennett funding for country tafe, basic engineering courses at tafe, libraries to combine resources, bill hitchens, ballarat university, australian catholic university, veronica moriarty, barry firth, smb, training that suits veryone, youth theatre workshops, building links with industry, family history component, ballarat region's workskill, peter morey, sharon graham -
Bendigo Military Museum
Weapon - BAYONET, Department of Defence, 3) 1941
“VX52199”. George Edward Krygger, enlisted 31.3.1941 age 39 years, discharged from the 2nd AIF on 13.3.1943 with the rank of Sapper in 2/16th Fld Coy RAE. Bayonet type for .303 Rifle..1) Bayonet. .2) Scabbard. .3) Bayonet frog, leather.1) On blade, “MA 130 1 44”, “XOA” .3) DENSIL DON 1941 D (arrow up) D”, “VX52199” written in blackweapons, bayonets -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDALS, c.1940 - c post WW2
Items relate to Henry Victor Rooke VX47141, enlisted 16.7 1940 age 36 years. he was a POW of the Japanese, he served in the 2/29th Batt AIF. discharged from the Army 19.3.1946.1)White silk pad with two medals, 1939 - 45 Star & Aust Service medal 1939 - 45 and Rising Sun Hat Badge. .2) White silk pad with two medals, Pacific Star medal, British War medal and 1 set of service ribbons, Rising Sun Hat Badge. Both pads items are sewn on with red and white cotton.On medals, " VX47141 H.V.Rooke"badges, medals, awards, ribbons, 2/29th -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE OF DISCHARGE, 29.7.1919
Archibald Clarkson Jones enlisted on 17.7.1915 aged 20 years. No 2672 he embarked with the 6th Reinforcements 23rd Battalian AIF on 27.10.1915. He was discharged in Melbourne on 29.7.1919. Refer Cat No1040 medals.The certificate is light parchment paper, light fawn in colour. It is a standard printed form on both sides and personnel details are filled in at the time of discharge from the AIF. Certificate No's V/ B No. 50322 No. 133122certificate, 2672, a c jones, 23rd btn aif -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL, c.1939 - 1945
Sidney Charles ROUSE enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 5.12.1942 Regt No VX119373 age 28 years. He was discharged from the Army on 24.10.1945 with the rank of WO2 in the 2nd Aust Supply Reserve Depot AASC.The War Medal 1939 - 45 with ribbon attached.On front in Latin around outside edge: GEORGIVS VII GBR:OMN:REX ET INDIAE. IMP On back: 1939 - 1945 On outer edge: VX119373 S C ROUSEmedals, military, history -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - POSTCARDS WW2, 1943, 1944
These items were brought home by Kenneth George Proud 2nd AIF from the Islands. Enlisted 21.8.1942 age 20 years, WX34558, discharged 20.12.1945, rank Cpl in 16th August Infantry BN.(.1) Japanese postcard, B & W drawing showing a Japanese soldier looking out over a bay and pier. On the rear in orange 2 x stamps, Japanese writing. (.2) Japanese postcard, B & W drawing showing a native hut scene. On rear in orange 2 x stamps in Japanese writing.(.1) hand written in pencil “Finschafen New Guinea 1944” (.2) “Finschafen New Guinea 1943”post cards, japanese, new guinea -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL SET, post WWI
George Dare No 3048 enlisted in the 7th reinforcements 38th Batt AIF on 16.1.1917 age 18 years 1 month. Embarked for England 19.2.1917, embarked for France 6.9.1918, discharged from the AIF 19.10.1919. Medals, court mounted, set of 2, re G DARE 1. War Medal 1914-19 2. Victory Medal3048 A-L-P CPL G DARE 38 BN AIFmedals, military, passchendaele barracks trusy -
Bendigo Military Museum
Equipment - KIT BAG, C. 1939 - 45
Issued to Norman Charles Stevens VX123648 2nd AIF. Initially enlisted as V59636. Enlisted 9.3.43 age 26 years. At discharge from the AIF on 28.6.46 he was a Pte in the Australian Army Catering Corps. Kit bag, khaki colour, sausage shape with brass eyelets at top for pull rope.“Stevens N.C VX123648”military-equipment, kit bags