A collection of 100 Years of Photographs published in The Age NewspaperDVD of photographs from the Age Newspapers over 100 yearsphotographs, photojournalism, the age

This newspaper article records the cycling events and results held by the Geelong Amateurs and GWCC and the winners of the events on Sunday, 29th January, 1930.This article provides details of races and numbers of cyclists involved in competitive cycling racing in 1930.Newspaper article printed in The Age newspaper on Monday, January 20, 1930.geelong amateur cycling club, gwcc, newspaper article, the age.

Provides a lead up to the celebration of the 70 years since Electrification of the Swanston St line which featured a parade of 25 trams. Includes photograph of two tramway workers on T class 180 with other trams behind. Photographed at South Melbourne Depot.Provides advance publicity of a tramway historical event.Photocopy; a photograph for the 70th Anniversary of the Swanston St tramway Electrification. From The Age newspaper.trams, tramways, 70th anniversary, electrification, t 180, celebrations, swanston st

Article titled "Old Trams no more expensive" - about the cost of maintaining the W class Trams. According to Rohan Storey of the National Trust, they were of the view that the costings were biased. Compares the cost of new trams such as the Z class. Features a photo by Robert Banks of trams stored in the "Henderson Springs" factory in Racecourse Road Flemington,Yields information about the storage of W class trams in a former factory in Flemington.Photocopy of an article "Old Trams no more expensive" written by Sue Hewitt for The Age 10-9-1995. From The Age newspaper.trams, tramways, new trams, z class, w class tram, national trust, stored trams

Article titled - "Law-breaking does come in cycles, police blitz proves" about the behaviour of cyclists, particularly Couriers in the City area. Has a photo of a cyclist, a Courier, overtaking a tram (SW6 949 with a Bank of Melbourne home loan sign) on the wrong side. Quotes Senior Constable FarrarYields information about the behaviour of cyclists in the city area and trams.Photocopy, A4 sheet, of an article "Law-breaking does come in cycles, police blitz proves" - written by Tim Winkler - particularly about cycle couriers. From The Age newspaper.trams, tramways, sw6 class, sw6 949, cyclists, traffic, behaviour, road rules

A large paperback book with laminated black and white covers. It has a montage of people and events on both front and back covers.age, newspaper, best, journalism,

Large paperback book with laminated red black and white covers with a montage of people and events on the front and back. The bottom righthand corner on the front cover has a red triangle made to look as if it is foldered back and printed in black is HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAGES OF ONE OF THE WORLD'S GREAT NEWSPAPERS.age, newspaper, history, hutton, tanner, blainey, highlights, ranald mcdonald

Damaged and weathered newspaper page. There is a large rip through the centre of the page. The Age, Tuesday January 2, 1872historic newspaper, 1872, former royal mint

The newspaper is the very first edition of The Age. The central shield has the words "COLONY OF VICTORIA" printed below it. the handwritten script has the name John Pascoe, and the location of Fawner, a suburb of Melbourne. There are eight pages comprising of two large sheets, folded one inside the other and all sides printed on. This edition was printed and published by Francis Cooke, for the publishers Francis Cooke & Co. at The Age Newspaper and General Printing Office, 21 Elizabeth Street, South Melbourne, in the Colony of Victoria, which came into being on July 1st, 1851.This edition of The Age newspaper is very significant as it is the first edition, printed 17th October 1854, and contains shipping news amongst may other topics in its eight pages. Newspapers were very significant in Colonial times for a meas of communication throughout the colony. Newspaper, The Age newspaper, Vol. 1, No. 1, first edition, Tuesday October 17th 1854. eight pages. Large format. Inscription in script on top of first and last page. Handwritten in script "John Pascoe" "Fawkner" "COLONY OF VICTORIA" "PRINTED DAILY" "PRICE SIXPENCEflagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, the age, newspaper, melbourne, colony of victoria, first edition, 1854, john pascoe, fawkner

The Fred Rochow Railways Collection incorporates photos related to the operation of the Wodonga Railway Station including different types of trains and railways staff C. 1930 – 1990. It was donated to the Wodonga Historical Society by Fred Rochow, a railwayman who spent many years based in Wodonga. He joined the Victorian Railways on 17th June l947 and retired in 1988. For some time, he was a member of the Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Enginemen and served a term as a member of the Trades Hall Council. He had an extensive knowledge of the struggles that took place to achieve better conditions for railway workers. Fred worked for many years as a fireman and then worked his way up the ranks to driver, experiencing many changes from the days of steam locomotives through to diesel trains, locomotives and even the modern XPT train. He worked throughout Victoria at different stages of his career, with his final working years focused on the northeast of Victoria and the Albury to Melbourne line. After his retirement, Fred continued to share his love of steam miniature trains with the community.This collection has local and statewide significance as it captures images of trains, locomotives and personnel who operated the railway services in Wodonga and throughout Northeast Victoria. The railways played a critical role in opening up Victoria and connecting Australia for trade, business, social communication and transport.Article in The Age newspaper written by Claude Forell concerning the future of "Heavy Harry". Quote "Heavy Harry, once the pride of the Victorian Railways fleet of locomotives, may never run again. His massive frame, flecked with rust and dust, has not raised a puff if smoke for 15 months". Locomotive H220 "Heavy Harry" was added to the Victorian Heritage Register with Heritage Number H2163 on April 10, 2008railways wodonga, fred rochow, wodonga railwaymen, locomotive h220, "heavy harry"

The Age newspaper October 17 1854. One of three first printed number 1 volume 1. Printed signature of John Pascoe Fawkner.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, newspaper, the age newspaper, john pascoe fawkner

News item showing report of Public meeting to name township growing at Griffiths Point. Suggested by Mr Fraser that it be named San Remo. 1888Newspaper cutting with highlighted item "Griffiths Point Saturday" taken from The Age.July 9, 1888. No. 421local history, documents, newspapers, griffiths point, san remo, local area development, black & white newspaper clipping, newspapers san remo

Article from The Age about Harold Connell who has been Greensborough Plaza Santa for more than 40 years.News article reprinted from a digital copy from The Age, text and image.greensborough plaza, greensborough rsl, christmas, harold connell

Woman and cat in front of shops night scene atmosphericblack and white photograph copy

Photograph taken 1970 now Rabbinical Collegeblack and white photograph

Built 1875 for Alexander Sutherland, later Presbyterian Manseblack and white photographGiven to historical society by Mis E Service 12.10.1982 Stamped the Age 23.4.1971

Picture of late 19th century double storey, double fronted mansion with wrought iron pillars and balcony lace work on upper ballistrade. Built for Moritz Michaelis in 1870Michaleis Moritz, black and white photograph, unmounted, poor condition with water damage to right side.Linden 14-4-1972 Age photo 1758/59'

Built 1870, photograph taken 1972, image of carpeted entrance hallway leading to stairway when being used as an office.Unmounted black and white photograph in good conditionLinden, 14-4-1972. Age photo Y7058/9 ABC'

Photo showing front of house. Has had two owners, Boyd Family and Francis McDonnell. Given to the National Trust 1984.black and white photograph, unmounted, copy, good conditionStamped on back: Copyright. This photograph may not be reproduced withou permission in writing from the Editor of "The Age'. 250 Spencer Street, Melbourne and 39/41 York Street, Sydney.

Photo showing front of house. Has had two owners, Boyd Family and Francis McDonnell. Given to the National Trust 1984.black and white photograph, unmounted, copy, good conditionStamped on back: Copyright. This photograph may not be reproduced withou permission in writing from the Editor of "The Age'. 250 Spencer Street, Melbourne and 39/41 York Street, Sydney.

Article written by the Age transport Reporter, Patrick Hatch. Discusses the possible non-return of trams to Domain Road following the opening of the new tram interchange at ANZAC station. Tram route 8 from Coburg to Toorak was axed when Domain Road closed to St Kilda Road in 2017, and it was combined with route 55 to create a new 58 route. which travels 400 metres further south along St Kilda Road and tuns eastward along Toorak Road.Newspaper clipping from the Age titled: "Domain trams may be gone for good"tramways, trams, route 8, route 58

A man was Tasered by armed police on a Melbourne tram after he allegedly threatened to kill passengers on board.Has a photo inside tram of armed policeNewspaper clipping from the Age titled: "Man with knife Tasered on tram"route 48, tramways, trams, police, king street, collins street

The rollout of accessible tram stops has come to a halt almost six months after missing the deadline to make all tram stops accessible. Has photo of person in mobility scooter alongside D2-class tram number 5018Newspaper clipping from the Age titled: "Brakes slammed on tram accessibility"tramways, trams, accessibility, tram stops, d2-class tram

Interview with Yarra Trams CEO, Carla Purcell. Appointed to CEO role by Yarra Trams owner Kelli's Downer in November 2022, but started in April 2023 after returning from maternity leave. Tender process is underway for next tram franchise, currently worth $500M per year. Yarra Trams have operated the network for 13 years with current contract expiring at end of 2024. Tram patronage currently at 75% of pre-Covid levels. Melbourne's tram network currently consists of 475 trams, 250 km of track, 2300 employees servicing 200M annual passengers.Informative interview with Carla Purcell, CEO of Yarra TramsNewspaper clipping from the Age titled: "Trams CEO on a track to lift service"tramways, ceo, yarra trams, keolis downer-edi, tender documents, trams

Bridal couple, Madeleine and Richard Greco, and their bridal party, caught a tram to their wedding ceremony at the Old Treasury Building, after their vehicle was held up in heavy traffic.Has a photo inside tram number 6045Newspaper clipping from the Age titled: "Carriage, of sorts, gets pair to wedding on time"route 48, weddings, tram 6045, e-class tram, tramways, trams

Driver of Tesla car involved in a hit-run incident with a passenger boarding a tram in Wattletree Road, Armadale. Passenger was trying to board tram when struck by a car that the driver, who fled the scene, later claimed was on autopilot. It was the first case involving a Tesla for Victoria's major collision investigators. First tram accident involving a car on autopilotNewspaper clipping from the Age titled: "Hit-run driver says Tesla was on autopilot"tramways, trams, yarra trams, accidents, wattletree road, armadale, tesla