This photo depicts attendees of the National Executives Meeting, circa late 1985 to early 1986. A slightly cropped, black and white version of this photo appears on page 11 of the No 39, February 1986 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's News Review. It sits under the title, "National Executive Meet", and is captioned: "Executives meet. The chief executives of arthritis organisations in five States met with the national director of AFA for an all-day planning meeting. Missing was Brigadier Peter Norton of AFA-Qld, who unfortunately suffered a stroke in November and has resigned to convalesce. From left to right: Olive Stagg (Tas), Sir Eric Willis (NSW), Alan Watkinson (AFA), Mary Balfour (Vic), Neila Foggo (SA) and Ron Elphick (WA).COL photo of a small group of people sit or stand around a small table, on which there are some printed papers.[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] National Executive Meet. The Chief Executives of Arthritis organisations in five States met w the national director of A.F.A. for an all day planning meeting. From left to right Olive Stagg (Tas) Sir Eric Willis (NSW) Alan Watkinson (AFA) Mary Balfour (Vic) & Neilla Foggo (SA) RON. ELPHICK (W.A)national executives meeting, planning meeting, state organisations, arthritis organisations, national director, c1985, c1986

At the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Malvern Opportunity Shop, two volunteers pose for a promotional photo.COL photo of two women inside a shop. They are standing behind and around the shop counter, chatting. On top of the counter, there is a ledger book with a plastic ruler across the top, a plastic bag with something bulky inside, and some brochures on a small display stand (partially obscured). On the wall behind them, there are some shelves with soft toys and dolls, a radio, a clock, and an Arthritis Victoria sign. The sign says, "Thank you for supporting ARTHRITIS VICTORIA your help is greatly appreciated". There is another line of text below, which is illegible. Beside the text 'Arthritis Victoria' is the organisation's logo. Beside that shelf are more shelves, with crockery, bric-a-brac, paintings and prints. On the top shelf, there is the same Arthritis Victoria sign with blue text and a red a logo. On the wall above the shelves is a large rectangular sign (partially obscured), which says "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA. PHONE...". Below that is a NO SMOKING sign.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, sales ledger book, ruler, brochures, toys, dolls, crockery, bric-a-brac, framed paintings, framed prints, pictures, donations, volunteers, members, malvern, 2000

At the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Malvern Opportunity Shop, two volunteers pose for a promotional photo with a large teddy bear on the front counter.COL photo of two people inside a shop. One woman is standing behind the shop counter, while a man stands on the other side. They are both adjusting clothing on a teddy bear, which is sitting on the front counter. On the counter, there is a pen and large ledger book with a plastic ruler across the top corner. On the wall behind them are some shelves with soft toys and dolls, a radio and a clock. Beside that are more shelves, with crockery, bric-a-brac, paintings and prints. On the top shelf, there is a white rectangular sign Arthritis Victoria sign, (partially obscured). On benchtop behind them, there is another sign, which is exactly the same. It says, "Thank you for supporting ARTHRITIS VICTORIA your help is greatly appreciated", and "Funds raided will be used for research, and to provide education, training, and assistance to those affected". Beside the text 'Arthritis Victoria' is the organisation's logo. On the wall above the shelves is a large rectangular sign (partially obscured), which says "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA" at the bottom. Below that is a NO SMOKING sign.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, teddy bear, sales ledger book, ruler, brochures, toys, dolls, crockery, bric-a-brac, framed paintings, framed prints, pictures, volunteers, members, malvern, 2000

At the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Malvern Opportunity Shop, three volunteers pose for a promotional photo. A man is playing the role of a customer while two women assist him at the counter.COL photo of three people inside a shop. Two women are standing behind the shop counter, while a man stands on the other side. They are all chatting to one another and smiling. The man is holding a pair of spectacles and something white (indiscernable) in one hand. On top of the counter, there is a ledger book with a plastic ruler across the top, a plastic bag with something bulky inside, and some brochures on a small display stand (partially obscured). On the wall behind them, there are some shelves with soft toys and dolls, a radio and a clock. Beside that are more shelves, with crockery, bric-a-brac, paintings and prints. On the top shelf, there is a white rectangular sign (partially obscured) that says, "Thank you for supporting ARTHRITIS VICTORIA your help is greatly appreciated". There is another line of text below, which is illegible. Beside the text, 'Arthritis Victoria' is the organisation's logo. On the wall above the shelves is a large rectangular sign (partially obscured), which says "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION". Below that is a NO SMOKING sign. There is a similar sign on the benchtop or shelf behind the women.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, teddy bear, sales ledger book, ruler, brochures, toys, dolls, crockery, bric-a-brac, framed paintings, framed prints, pictures, radio, clock, volunteers, members, malvern, 2000

At the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Malvern Opportunity Shop, four volunteers pose for a promotional photo with a large teddy bear on the front counter. A man is playing the role of a customer while three women assist him at the counter. A black and white version of a similar photo from this series appears on page 18 of the 2000 Annual Report. It accompanies a brief report on Opportunity Shops.COL photo of four people inside a shop. Three women are standing behind the shop counter, while a man stands on the other side. One woman (to the left of the frame) is holding a pen, poised as if about to write in a ledger book. In her other hand, she is holding a pair of spectacles. Another woman (to the right of the frame) is holding the back of a teddy bear, which is sitting upright on the countertop. The man hands over a $5 note to the woman standing in the centre. On the left of the counter, there are various brochures on a small display stand. On the right, there is a plastic ruler along the front edge of the counter. Directly behind the women are some shelves with soft toys and dolls. Beside that are more shelves, with crockery, bric-a-brac, paintings and prints. On the top shelf, there is a white rectangular sign (partially obscured) that says, "Thank you for supporting ARTHRITIS VICTORIA your help is greatly appreciated". There is another line of text below, which is illegible. Beside the text 'Arthritis Victoria' is the organisation's logo. On the wall above the shelves is a large sign (mostly obscured). Below that is a NO SMOKING sign.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, teddy bear, sales ledger book, ruler, brochures, toys, dolls, crockery, bric-a-brac, framed paintings, framed prints, pictures, money, cash, volunteers, members, malvern, 2000

At the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Malvern Opportunity Shop, four volunteers pose for a promotional photo with a large teddy bear on the front counter. A man is playing the role of a customer while three women assist him at the counter.COL photo of four people inside a shop. Three women are standing behind the shop counter, while a man stands on the other side. One woman (to the left of the frame) is holding a pen, poised as if about to write in a ledger book. In her other hand, she is holding a pair of spectacles. Another woman (to the right of the frame) is holding the back of a teddy bear, which is sitting upright on the countertop. The man has one hand placed on top of the teddy bear's head. He is holding a handkerchief with his other hand. The woman in the centre is looking at the man. On the left of the counter, there are various Arthritis Victoria brochures on a small display stand. On the right, there is a plastic ruler across the corner of the counter. Directly behind the women are some shelves with soft toys and dolls. Beside that are more shelves containing crockery, bric-a-brac, paintings and prints. On the top shelf, there is a white rectangular sign that says, "Thank you for supporting ARTHRITIS VICTORIA your help is greatly appreciated". There is another line of text below, which is illegible. Beside the text, 'Arthritis Victoria' is the organisation's logo. On the wall above the shelves is a large rectangular sign (partially obscured), which says "Something can b... ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTO...". Below that is a NO SMOKING sign.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, teddy bear, sales ledger book, sales book, ruler, brochures, toys, dolls, crockery, bric-a-brac, framed paintings, framed prints, pictures, volunteers, members, malvern, 2000

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Rheumatologist, Dr Leslie Koadlow AO (1920-2006), with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung Country. In this photo, Dr Koadlow presents a bouquet of flowers to his former secretary and co-founder, Alice Petty (-1995). They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background. Following the death of Alice Petty, the photo was published with a brief obituary on page 3 of the Vol 8 No 3, Spring 1995 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update.B&W photo of a man presenting a woman with a large bouquet of flowers. The man, who is standing, leans forward towards the woman, who is a wheelchair user. They are located on a paved outdoor area. In the background, there is a large two-storey house which is located on slightly higher ground.[on photo, in pencil] 25th anniversary at Como Les & Alice Petty 1993 [on MOVE branded sticky note, in blue ink] Arthritis Update Vol 8 No 3 1995 Pg 3dr leslie koadlow, rheumatologist, alice petty, secretary, founders, co-founders, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage, arthritis update

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Dr Koadlow (1920-2006) presents Sir Rupert Hamer with a framed certificate, acknowledging his 25 years as an honourary patron of the Foundation. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of two men shaking hands while one of them holds a framed certificate in his other hand. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. A woman (partially obscured) is standing in front of the house.dr leslie koadlow, rheumatologist, founder, co-founder, sir rupert hamer, patron, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung Country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents John Sullivan, Manager of Trusts at Perpetual Trustees, with a framed certificate of appreciation for their ongoing support. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of two men holding a framed certificate while shaking hands. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. A woman is standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.[on photo, in pencil] 25th anniversary at Como Les & Alice Petty 1993 [on MOVE branded sticky note, in blue ink] Arthritis Update Vol 8 No 3 1995 Pg 3alan sime, chairman fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, john sullivan, manager of trusts, perpetual trustee company limited, perpetual group, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung Country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents a framed certificate of appreciation to Judith Reddish. Standing alongside them are Terry Martin and Noel Rowan. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background. A slightly cropped version of this photo appears on page 10 of the 1994 Annual Report with the caption: Fundraising Chairman Mr Alan Sime thanks The Trustees of the Lyla Harris Charitable Trust for their support of the Asia/Pacific Youth Forum.B&W photo of four people posing for a photo on the lawns of an historic home. A man is shaking the hand of a woman, who is holding a framed certificate, while two other men look on. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. There is a woman (partially obscured) standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, judith reddish, terry martin, noel rowan, trustees, lyla harris charitable trust, certificate of appreciation, asia pacific youth forum, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents two people with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of a man shaking hands with a woman while another man, standing between them, looks on. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents Helen Glascodine with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of a man shaking hands with a woman while they both hold a framed certificate. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. A woman is standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, helen glascodine, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents Joanne Briffa with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of a man shaking hands with a woman while they both hold a framed certificate. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. There is a woman standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, joanne briffa, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents Roger Hemmingway (name somewhat illegible) with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are in the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of two men shaking hands while holding a framed certificate. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, roger hemmingway, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents an unidentified man (“Mark Tre…”, name partially obscured) with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are in the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of two men shaking hands while holding a framed certificate. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. Two women are standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents Dorothy Thomson and an unidentified woman with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of a man and two women holding a framed certificate. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, dorothy thomson, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, presents Arthur Gayleard with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of two men shaking hands while holding a framed certificate. One of the men also has a card and envelope in his hand. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. Two women are standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, arthur gayleard, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee Foundation, Alan Sime, presents Levarie Hack (or Mack) with a framed certificate of appreciation. They are in the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of a man and woman shaking hands while holding a framed certificate. They are standing in a large garden. In the background, there is a large two-storey house, which is located on slightly higher ground. Two women standing in front of the house, to the left of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, levarie hack, levarie mack, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, Chairman of the Fundraising Committee at the Foundation, Alan Sime, holds up the blueprint of Foundation's new building plan. He is on the grounds of Como House, with the large two-storey house in the background.B&W photo of a man standing in an outdoor paved area in front of a large two-storey house. He is holding up a large building plan.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, draft building plans, blueprint, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, members of the Joint Action Group (JAG) conduct an exercise demonstration on the grounds of Como House during the celebrations.B&W photo of a group of six women conducting an exercise demonstration. They are on a paved and grassy area of a large garden, in front a large two-storey house. In the foreground, there are several people sitting on rows of chairs and a park bench, beside a large fountain. In the background, there are several people standing in front of the house - one woman to the left of the frame and four women to the right of the frame.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, joint action group, jag, exercise demonstration, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. This photo is a close up of two members of the Joint Action Group (JAG) during an exercise demonstration conducted by the group on the grounds of Como House during the celebrations.B&W photo of two women conducting an exercise demonstration. They are in the garden of a large two-storey house, which is in the background.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, joint action group, jag, exercise demonstration, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, winner of the 1993 Margaret Strang Award, June Richards, poses for a photo with her husband Allen, while holding her framed award. A cropped version of this photo appears on page 5 of the Vol 7 No 2, Winter 1994 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. Under the heading, "Vale", the photo accompanies an obituary announcing June's death. June was an AFV volunteer public speaker, a telephone counsellor, a member of the panel for the Grandparent of the Year program, and the co-ordinator of the annual fundraising fashion parade event.B&W photo of a man and a woman holding a framed award certificate. They are standing on the grounds of a large two-storey house, which is in the background.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. In this photo, Pauline Satchell, AFV's General Manager of Commercial Services, poses for a photo with one of the award recipients.COL photo of two women, (one standing, one seated at a table with others), holding an award certificate together as they pose for a photo. Another person (partially obscured) is sitting next to the woman at the table. In the background, there is another group of people seated at another table. There are some black and white ink paintings on the wall.[On a yellow sticky note, in black ink] (R) Pauline Satchell, GM Commercial? General Mngrarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, pauline satchell, general manager commercial services, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. In this photo, Pauline Satchell, AFV's General Manager of Commercial Services, poses for a photo with one of the award recipients.COL photo of two women, both standing, posing for a photo. One of the women is holding up a certificate. On the certificate is the text, "Long Service Award". Behind them are two unframed black and white pictures, one on the wall and one on a display board.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, pauline satchell, general manager commercial services, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. In this photo, Pauline Satchell, AV's General Manager Commercial, poses for a photo with a Long Service Award recipient.COL photo of two people, both standing, posing for a photo together. The woman is holding up a certificate. On the certificate is the text, "Long Service Award". In the background, groups of people are seated at various tables.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, pauline satchell, general manager commercial services, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. In this photo, Pauline Satchell, AFV's General Manager of Commercial Services, poses for a photo with a Long Service Award recipient. They are both holding the award.COL photo of two women, both standing, posing for a photo. Together, they are holding up a certificate. On the certificate is the text, "Long Service Award". In the background, there is a closed door and an unframed black and white picture on a display board.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, pauline satchell, general manager commercial services, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. This photo depicts several guests seated in small groups at various tables, chatting and smiling. In the background, there are two guests standing, also chatting to one another.COL photo of several groups of people seated at octagonal tables in a large room. They are chatting and smiling. Two people are standing, facing one another. There is a bouquet of proteas in a white vase on a rectangular table against the wall. There are several unframed black and white ink paintings adorning the walls.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. This photo depicts several guests seated in small groups at various tables, chatting and smiling. Two guests are standing in the background, also chatting to one another.COL photo of a group of people seated at an octagonal table in a large room. They are chatting and smiling. In the background, two other people are standing, facing one another. There are some black and white ink paintings on the walls.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. This photo of depicts a group of guests seated at a table.COL photo of a group of people seated at an octagonal table in a large room. A few people are facing the camera, while the others have been Photographed from behind. There are some black and white ink paintings on the doors and walls.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, ink paintings, 2000

In 2000, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV) presented several members with a Long Service Award in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the organisation. In this photo, four of the guests (seated at one of the tables) pose for a photo.COL photo of four women seated at an octagonal table. There are cups of tea or coffee and small plates of cake on the table. In the background, there is a long rectangular table against the wall. On the table is a large stainless steel urn, several milk jugs, glasses and glass carafes of water, and other miscellaneous items. On the wall, there is an unframed black and white ink painting, and another on a bi-fold door (which has been folded back). Below the picture, there is the text, "Welcome to all Op Shop treasure...".arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, long service award, members, volunteers, volunteer service, ink paintings, 2000