A television crew visited the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters to either film a segment for, or related to, the Foundation's "Move It or Lose It" television program. The series was broadcast on the Community Television channel, Channel 31. In this photo, the crew is filming, but their subjects are not visible in the photo.COL photo of a television crew filming. The photo has been taken through an open doorway, with the subjects located in an adjoining room. The crew is standing on the right side of the frame, and their cameras are pointing towards the left of the frame. Beside them is a man sitting on a chair. He is wearing a suit and tie.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, television crew, television camera, boom microphone, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, c2001

A television crew visited the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters to either film a segment for, or related to, the Foundation's "Move It or Lose It" television program. The series was broadcast on the Community Television channel, Channel 31. In this photo, Bill O'Connor and an unidentified woman are being filmed by the crew.COL photo of a television crew filming a man and a woman who are seated at a table. The woman is a wheelchair user and is wearing leg braces/splints. Behind them, against the wall, is a skeleton on a stand. A crew member is sitting on a chair beside them, holding a boom microphone on a stand. The fluffy boom microphone cover is on the floor, under the chair. Another microphone has been placed on the table. There are two long cables leading from each microphone to the television cameras.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, television crew, television camera, boom microphone, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, bill o’connor, leg braces, leg splints, wheelchair user, c2001

A television crew visited the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters to either film a segment for, or related to, the Foundation's "Move It or Lose It" television program. The series was broadcast on the Community Television channel, Channel 31. In this photo, four camera operators are filming Bill O'Connor and an unidentified woman at close range.COL photo of a television crew filming a man and a woman who are seated at a table. The crew is kneeling in front of the table to film their subjects at close range. Another crew member is sitting on a chair, recording the audio. She is wearing headphones. Standing beside the table, in front of the windows, are two women, each holding several sheets of paper. Against the wall, there is a skeleton on a stand. In the foreground, there is a tripod camera stand. Although obscured, there are two other people also in the frame.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, television crew, television camera, boom microphone, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, bill o’connor, leg braces, leg splints, wheelchair user, c2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Peter Johnson from Renaissance Television presents Amanda Cubit with a certificate of appreciation.COL photo of a man, standing in a room, with several people seated around him. He is looking down at a sheet of paper in his hands. Some of the people seated at the table are looking directly at the camera, smiling.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter [lesliegh Dyson. (crossed out)] Johnson & Amanda Cubitarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, amanda cubit, chair exercise, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, AFV President, Bruce Dyson, addresses the members attending the morning tea event.COL photo of a man standing in a room, with people seated at tables in front of him. Behind him, there are two rectangular tables, covered in white tablecloths, pushed against the wall in the corner.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Bruce Dyson speakingarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bruce dyson, president, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Amanda Cubit (Chair Exercise) and Peter Johnson (Renaissance Television), pose for a photo at the morning tea event.COL photo of two people posing for a photo. They are standing in front of a set of large windows with thin venetian blinds. Through the windows, there is a view of some trees in a courtyard.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Johnson & Amanda Cubitarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, amanda cubit, chair exercise, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Bill O'Connor, Mary Granthan, and AFV President, Bruce Dyson, pose for a photo at the morning tea event.COL photo of three people posing for a photo in front of an open doorway. There is a colourful floral curtain or blind covering the window in the adjoining room.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] left Bill O'Connor middle Marry [sic] O'Connor Bruce Dysonarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bill o’connor, mary granthan, bruce dyson, president, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, CharlesTsui-Po (Tai Chi Master) and Peter Johnson (Renaissance Television) pose for a photo at the morning tea event.COL photo of two men posing for a photo. They are standing in front of some large windows. The windows have thin venetian blinds. Through the windows, there is a view of some tall trees in a courtyard.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Johnson. Chorlsarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, charles tsui-po, tai chi master, instructor, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, members of the Joint Action Group (holding up their certificates of appreciation) pose for a photo with AFV President, Bruce Dyson.COL photo of seven people, (three seated at a table and four standing behind them), posing for a photo. Two women, seated, hold a certificate up towards the camera. On the table, there are cups and saucers, cake plates, and a large stainless steel platter with a paper doily on top. In the background, there is a large display board with two "Move It or Lose It" posters and various other items pinned to the board.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Joint Action Group Bruce Dyson ['Bruce' initially spelt with an 's', and then overwritten with a 'c']arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bruce dyson, president, joint action group, jag, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, AFV President, Bruce Dyson, and Peter Johnson from Renaissance Television present Lesleigh with a certificate of appreciation and a video cassette of the program.COL photo of two men standing near a woman who is seated at a table with several others. One of the men is looking down at a piece of paper, which he is holding in his hand. The woman also has a piece of paper in her hand. The other man is holding a video cassette in his hand. They are all smiling. In the background, there are some people seated at another table.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Johnson Lesleigharthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, bruce dyson, president, lesleigh, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Peter Johnson (Renaissance Television), Doug Wade (Presenter), and Bruce Dyson (AFV President) pose for a photo at the morning tea event.COL photo of three men posing for a photo. They are in a large room. In the background, there is a set of windows with thin venetian blinds to the left. There is a view of some trees through the windows.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter [lesliegh (crossed out)] Johnson. Doug [illegible (crossed out)] Wade Bruce Dyson [On another yellow sticky note, in back ink] Move it or Lose it TV show - morning tea.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, doug wade, presenter, bruce dyson, president, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, AFV President, Bruce Dyson, and Peter Johnson from Renaissance Television present members of the Joint Action Group with certificates of appreciation and a video cassette of the program.COL photo of two men standing next to a table, at which several women are seated. One man is holding some sheets of paper, while the other man is holding a video cassette. One of the men is speaking, while the other man is looking down. The women are looking at the men. On the table, there are cups and saucers, cake plates and a large platter.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Johnson & Bruce Dyson & Joint Actionarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bruce dyson, president, peter johnson, renaissance television, joint action group, jag, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Peter Johnson from Renaissance Television presents Mary Granthan with a certificate of appreciation. Seated beside Mary are Bill O'Connor (left) and an unidentified woman (right).COL photo of a man, standing, as he leans forward towards three people who are seated at a table. He has one hand placed on the shoulder of the woman in the middle. They are both smiling broadly.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter [lesliegh (crossed out)] Johnson Mary Granthan Bill O'Connorarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, mary granthan, bill o’connor, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Peter Johnson from Renaissance Television presents Lorain with a certificate of appreciation. Standing behind them are Leigh Garwood (left) and Bruce Dyson (right).COL photo of a man, standing, as he presents a woman with a certificate. She is seated at a table with a few other people (partially obscured). Two other people can be seen standing beside and behind them.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Johnson Lorainarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, lorain, bruce dyson, president, leigh garwood, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, a group of people pose for a photo at the morning tea event. From left to right: Bruce Dyson (AFV President), an unidentified man, Ted Sent (CEO of Primelife Corporation), Pauline Satchell (AFV), and an unidentified man.COL photo of a group of five people (standing), posing for a photo. Behind them are some tables covered in white tablecloths, with cups and saucers, bowls, and an urn.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Bruce Dyson.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bruce dyson, president, ted sent, ceo, primelife corporation, pauline satchell, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Peter Johnson (Renaissance Television) and Charles Tsui-Po (Tai Chi Master) pose for a photo with three unidentified women at the morning tea event. Master Tsui-Po appeared weekly on "Move It or Lose It" as a Tai Chi instructor.COL photo of a group of five people posing for a photo together. They are standing in a row in front of a wall of closed bi-folding door panels. To the left of the frame, there is a set of windows with thin venetian blinds.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] 2nd left Peter Johnson middle Chorls Tsuipo 2001arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, charles tsui-po, tai chi master, instructor, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, Peter Johnson from Renaissance Television presents Dr David Dunstan with a certificate of appreciation. Standing beside Peter Johnson is AFV President, Bruce Dyson. Professor Dunstan is currently the head of the Baker Deakin Department of Lifestyle and Diabetes at Deakin University and the Deputy Director and Laboratory Head (Physical Activity) at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute.COL photo of a man (standing) as he leans forward to pose for a photo with another man, who is seated at a table. Standing near them is another man. They are all smiling. Behind them are some large windows with thin venetian blinds. Outside the windows is a courtyard with various plants.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Johnson, David Dunstanarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, peter johnson, renaissance television, dr david dunstan, bruce dyson, president, 2001

Mostly Pilbara and Kimberley Aboriginal Media (PAKAM) programs showing aboriginal lifestyle, culture (traditional dances, painting) and sport.DVD

Rolf Boldrewood (1826-1915) ‘Rolf Boldrewood’ is the pen-name used by Thomas Alexander Browne as a writer. Browne was the eldest child of Captain Sylvester John Brown and Elizabeth Angell nee Alexander. He was born in London on 6th August 1826 and arrived in Australia with his parents and siblings when he was 5 years old and grew up in Sydney. In the 1860’s Browne added the ‘e’ to his surname. As a 17-year-old Browne took up land in the Western District of Victoria between Portland and Port Fairy on a property named “Squattlesea Mere”. He remained there until 1858, enjoying the squatters’ life on his 32,000-acre property, growing potatoes and running cattle and horses. He sold in 1858 and purchased a sheep station on the Murray River near Swan Hill. He later sold this and bought another sheep station near Narrandera until bad seasons and severe droughts eventually caused him to change his career after 25 years as a squatter. Over the next 25 years, Browne held the position of Police Magistrate and as a gold commissioner in various locations. His third career as an author lasted approximately 40 years. In 1865 he wrote two articles on pastoral life while he was recovering from a riding accident. In the 1870s his writing was bringing in the income to support his family, changing his focus to the writing of novels. A series of these were written for the Australian market and published in The Sydney Mail and the Centennial Magazine. His later novels were aimed at the overseas markets. His best-known novel “Robbery Under Arms” was written from 1882 to 1883 and has been serialised on the radio in Australia and Britain. The novel was filmed in 1907, 1920 and 1957, and in 1985 it was made into a television series. It is now an Australian Classic. He also wrote short stories, several nonfiction graziers’ guides, and an autobiography named “Old Melbourne Memories” in 1884. [This information has been taken from Wikipedia; Australian Authors-Perry Meddlemiss; Australian Dictionary of Biography, Browne, Thomas Alexander (1826-1915)] WARRNAMBOOL PUBLIC LIBRARY The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) was formed by a voluntary community group in 1863, within six years of Warrnambool’s beginnings, and its Reading Room opened in 1854. The WMI operated until 1963, at which time it was one of the oldest Mechanics’ Institutes in Victoria. Mechanics’ Institutes offered important services to the public including libraries, reading rooms and places to display and store collections of all sorts such as curiosities and local historical relics. In 1886 a Museum and Fine Arts Gallery were added to the WMI and by the beginning of the 20th century, there was also a billiards room and a School of Art. By this time all Mechanics’ Institutes in country Victoria had museums attached. Over the years the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Library was also known as the Warrnambool Public Library the Warrnambool Library and the Free Library. Early funding from the government was for the “Free Library”. The inscription in a book “Science of Man” was for the “Warrnambool Public Library”, donated by Joseph Archibald in 1899. Another inscription in the book “Catalogue of Plants Under Cultivation in the Melbourne Botanic Gardens 1 & 2, 1883” was presented to the “Warrnambool Library” and signed by the author W.R. Guilfoyle. In 1903 the Warrnambool Public Library decided to add a Juvenile Department to library and stock it with hundreds of books suitable for youth. In 1905 the Public Library committee decided to update the collection of books and added 100 new novels plus arrangements for the latest novels to be included as soon as they were available in Victoria. In July 1911 the Warrnambool Council took over the management of the Public Library, Art Gallery, Museum and Mechanics’ Institute and planned to double the size of the then-current building. In 1953, when Mr R. Pattison was Public Librarian, the Warrnambool Public Library’s senior section 10,000 of the 13,000 books were fiction. The children’s section offered an additional 3,400 books. The library had the equivalent of one book per head of population and served around 33 per cent of the reading population. The collection of books was made up of around 60 per cent reference and 40 per cent fiction. The library was lending 400 books per day. In 1963 the Warrnambool City Council allocated the site of the Mechanics’ Institute building, which included the Public Library, Museum and Art Gallery, for the new Municipal Offices and the Collections were dispersed until 1971. The Warrnambool Library took over the Mechanics’ Institute Library’s holdings on behalf of the Warrnambool City Council. Since the closure of the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute the exact location and composition of the original WMI books and items have become unclear. Other materials have been added to the collection, including items from Terang MI, Warrnambool Court House and Customs House. Many of the books have been identified as the Pattison Collection, named after the Librarian who catalogued and numbered the books during his time as Warrnambool Public Librarian in the time before the Mechanics’ Institute closed. It seems that when Warrnambool became part of the Corangamite Regional Library some of the books and materials went to its head office in Colac and then back to Warrnambool where they were stored at the Art Gallery for quite some time. Some then went to the Warrnambool Historical Society, some stayed at the Art Gallery and some were moved to Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village. The various stamps and labels on the books held at Flagstaff Hill show the variety of the collection’s distribution and origin. The books in the collection at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village date from the 1850s to the late 1950s and include rare and valuable volumes. Many of the books are part of the “Pattison Collection” after the Warrnambool’s Public Librarian, Mr R. Pattison. Warrnambool Public Library The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, and to reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. As with many Mechanics' Institutes in Australia, the one which operated in Warrnambool was established and overseen for many years by key individuals associated with the development of the city itself. The WMI publication collection is historically significant because of its association with local people, places and the key historical themes in the development of Warrnambool of rural development, industry, farming, education, and community. The collection documents and illustrates the changing interests, focus and tastes of Victorians, especially those in regional cities. Generally, the individual items in the collection are not particularly rare, as examples of all probably exist in other public collections in Victoria. It is primarily because there are so very few surviving Mechanics' Institute collections in Victoria, which lends this overall collection its significance. Many items in the WMI Collection have the potential to support further research, both as individual objects and through the collection in its entirety. This material is significant for its ability to assist in the interpretation of the history of the area and adds to the general understanding of the development of the township. Many components of the WMI publication collection complement and reinforce the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum Collection, the Warrnambool Art Gallery Collection, and that in the Warrnambool Historical Society, and also contribute to a clearer understanding of the original Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute collections. This will greatly enhance the appreciation of the few surviving Mechanics' Institute collections across Victoria, and also in New South Wales. The similarities and differences between the small number of collections that have survived can provide further insights into how the people of Victoria in general, and Warrnambool in particular, constructed a civic culture of adult learning to foster an informed citizenry. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute publication collection is of both local and state significance. The Sealskin Cloak Author: Rolf Boldrewood Publisher: MacMillan & Co Date: 1896 The label on the spine with typed text R.A. 823-8 BOL Pastedown front endpaper has a sticker from Warrnambool Public Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, great ocean road, book, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, warrnambool public library, the sealskin cloak, rolf boldrewood

Rolf Boldrewood (1826-1915) ‘Rolf Boldrewood’ is the pen-name used by Thomas Alexander Browne as a writer. Browne was the eldest child of Captain Sylvester John Brown and Elizabeth Angell nee Alexander. He was born in London on 6th August 1826 and arrived in Australia with his parents and siblings when he was 5 years old and grew up in Sydney. In the 1860’s Browne added the ‘e’ to his surname. As a 17-year-old Browne took up land in the Western District of Victoria between Portland and Port Fairy on a property named “Squattlesea Mere”. He remained there until 1858, enjoying the squatters’ life on his 32,000-acre property, growing potatoes and running cattle and horses. He sold in 1858 and purchased a sheep station on the Murray River near Swan Hill. He later sold this and bought another sheep station near Narrandera until bad seasons and severe droughts eventually caused him to change his career after 25 years as a squatter. Over the next 25 years, Browne held the position of Police Magistrate and as a gold commissioner in various locations. His third career as an author lasted approximately 40 years. In 1865 he wrote two articles on pastoral life while he was recovering from a riding accident. In the 1870s his writing was bringing in the income to support his family, changing his focus to the writing of novels. A series of these were written for the Australian market and published in The Sydney Mail and the Centennial Magazine. His later novels were aimed at the overseas markets. His best-known novel “Robbery Under Arms” was written from 1882 to 1883 and has been serialised on the radio in Australia and Britain. The novel was filmed in 1907, 1920 and 1957, and in 1985 it was made into a television series. It is now an Australian Classic. He also wrote short stories, several nonfiction graziers’ guides, and an autobiography named “Old Melbourne Memories” in 1884. [This information has been taken from Wikipedia; Australian Authors-Perry Meddlemiss; Australian Dictionary of Biography, Browne, Thomas Alexander (1826-1915)] WARRNAMBOOL PUBLIC LIBRARY The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) was formed by a voluntary community group in 1863, within six years of Warrnambool’s beginnings, and its Reading Room opened in 1854. The WMI operated until 1963, at which time it was one of the oldest Mechanics’ Institutes in Victoria. Mechanics’ Institutes offered important services to the public including libraries, reading rooms and places to display and store collections of all sorts such as curiosities and local historical relics. In 1886 a Museum and Fine Arts Gallery were added to the WMI and by the beginning of the 20th century, there was also a billiards room and a School of Art. By this time all Mechanics’ Institutes in country Victoria had museums attached. Over the years the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Library was also known as the Warrnambool Public Library the Warrnambool Library and the Free Library. Early funding from the government was for the “Free Library”. The inscription in a book “Science of Man” was for the “Warrnambool Public Library”, donated by Joseph Archibald in 1899. Another inscription in the book “Catalogue of Plants Under Cultivation in the Melbourne Botanic Gardens 1 & 2, 1883” was presented to the “Warrnambool Library” and signed by the author W.R. Guilfoyle. In 1903 the Warrnambool Public Library decided to add a Juvenile Department to library and stock it with hundreds of books suitable for youth. In 1905 the Public Library committee decided to update the collection of books and added 100 new novels plus arrangements for the latest novels to be included as soon as they were available in Victoria. In July 1911 the Warrnambool Council took over the management of the Public Library, Art Gallery, Museum and Mechanics’ Institute and planned to double the size of the then-current building. In 1953, when Mr R. Pattison was Public Librarian, the Warrnambool Public Library’s senior section 10,000 of the 13,000 books were fiction. The children’s section offered an additional 3,400 books. The library had the equivalent of one book per head of population and served around 33 per cent of the reading population. The collection of books was made up of around 60 per cent reference and 40 per cent fiction. The library was lending 400 books per day. In 1963 the Warrnambool City Council allocated the site of the Mechanics’ Institute building, which included the Public Library, Museum and Art Gallery, for the new Municipal Offices and the Collections were dispersed until 1971. The Warrnambool Library took over the Mechanics’ Institute Library’s holdings on behalf of the Warrnambool City Council. Since the closure of the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute the exact location and composition of the original WMI books and items have become unclear. Other materials have been added to the collection, including items from Terang MI, Warrnambool Court House and Customs House. Many of the books have been identified as the Pattison Collection, named after the Librarian who catalogued and numbered the books during his time as Warrnambool Public Librarian in the time before the Mechanics’ Institute closed. It seems that when Warrnambool became part of the Corangamite Regional Library some of the books and materials went to its head office in Colac and then back to Warrnambool where they were stored at the Art Gallery for quite some time. Some then went to the Warrnambool Historical Society, some stayed at the Art Gallery and some were moved to Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village. The various stamps and labels on the books held at Flagstaff Hill show the variety of the collection’s distribution and origin. The books in the collection at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village date from the 1850s to the late 1950s and include rare and valuable volumes. Many of the books are part of the “Pattison Collection” after the Warrnambool’s Public Librarian, Mr R. Pattison. Warrnambool Public Library The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, and to reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. As with many Mechanics' Institutes in Australia, the one which operated in Warrnambool was established and overseen for many years by key individuals associated with the development of the city itself. The WMI publication collection is historically significant because of its association with local people, places and the key historical themes in the development of Warrnambool of rural development, industry, farming, education, and community. The collection documents and illustrates the changing interests, focus and tastes of Victorians, especially those in regional cities. Generally, the individual items in the collection are not particularly rare, as examples of all probably exist in other public collections in Victoria. It is primarily because there are so very few surviving Mechanics' Institute collections in Victoria, which lends this overall collection its significance. Many items in the WMI Collection have the potential to support further research, both as individual objects and through the collection in its entirety. This material is significant for its ability to assist in the interpretation of the history of the area and adds to the general understanding of the development of the township. Many components of the WMI publication collection complement and reinforce the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum Collection, the Warrnambool Art Gallery Collection, and that in the Warrnambool Historical Society, and also contribute to a clearer understanding of the original Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute collections. This will greatly enhance the appreciation of the few surviving Mechanics' Institute collections across Victoria, and also in New South Wales. The similarities and differences between the small number of collections that have survived can provide further insights into how the people of Victoria in general, and Warrnambool in particular, constructed a civic culture of adult learning to foster an informed citizenry. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute publication collection is of both local and state significance. My Run Home Author: Rolf Boldrewood 1st Published in 1874 This book does not have a flypaper The label on the spine with typed text RA 823.8 BOL Pastedown front endpaper has a sticker from Warrnambool Public Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, great ocean road, book, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, warrnambool public library, my run home, rolf boldrewood

The Television Translator was set up for people in the Upper Kiewa Valley who couldn't access the ABC, SBS and other channels of television from other transmitters in the area. Black spots were funded in 1999-2000. In 2014 new digital equipment resulted in the folding up of the committee and SBS took over.Historical: The history of providing television in the Upper Kiewa Valley to all residents and that of a community who worked towards achieving their aim. The history of technology for delivering television to people.A full box consisting of folders and papers relating to the History of the Upper Kiewa Valley Television Translator.television translator. upper kiewa valley. abc. sbs.

Mt Beauty & District Meals on Wheels committee was formed on 6th Dec. 1967, possibly under the Elderly Citizens Welfare Council News (or Senior Citizens Mt Beauty) with service commencing on 16th July 1968. Volunteers transported meals from the Hospital Kitchen to the elderly and sick members of the community each day including weekends. Eventually the Shire managed the meals and roster until recent times when, in 2016, Alpine Health took over. Members of the Mt Beauty community recognised the need for meals to be delivered to the elderly and sick. They formed a committee and organised the means (rules, meals, containers, roster ) by which they could achieve their goal with volunteers and the Tawonga District Hospital. The first delivery was recorded by the press and was on film by AMV 4 Albury TV station for their local news. The official party included - local member, Tom Mitchell, Shire representatives, Alec McCullough and Dr Jean Hutching who joined the volunteers for a luncheon at the Mt Beauty Chalet.Paper records for the Mt Beauty Meals On Wheels Program includes photos, newspaper cuttings, committee documents, roster, petrol book, minute books 1983 - 1998, correspondence book, stationary and a brief history of the first delivery in 1968.meals on wheels; mt beauty; tawonga district hospital;

Peter’s Project is an organization set up to raise funds for a Regional Cancer Care Centre in Warrnambool. The project was initially set up by Vicki Jellie in memory of her husband, Peter, who died of cancer some years earlier. The main aim was to build a centre for the treatment of cancer in Warrnambool so that many cancer sufferers did not have to go to Geelong or Melbourne for treatment. Government and local Council funds have been obtained for the project with the general public contributing to an appeal for $5 million. This target has been reached and the building is currently being erected. This DVD is of a May 2013 Win TV telecast of interviews and information regarding the public appeal.This DVD is of some interest as it indicates the results of one person’s campaign and the community’s response. The campaign has been very successful and will have far-reaching results. This is a plastic DVD, yellow-coloured on one side and silver on the other. It is in a white envelope with a clear plastic window. In biro – ‘Peter’s Project, Win News, May 8, 2013’ Printed on disc – TDK, Life on Record, DVD-R 1-16 x Speed, 14.7GB, DVD’ peter’s project, warrnambool regional cancer care centre

Emmanuel College is the result of the amalgamation of St Ann's girls' college and Christian Brothers' College boys' school in 1991. Mother Philomene Maguire arrived in Warrnambool and commenced a Convent of Mercy and school with the consent of the then Bishop of Victoria, Bishop Goold. The school opened in Wyton House in Botanic Road. Brother Egan arrived in 1902 and set up a Brothers' group and school and 104 boys enrolled. Since its inception in 1991 Emmanuel College provides a broad education for students to Year 12 level. A number of students have achieved a high profile in the community, including footballer Jonathan Brown, television personality Dave Hughes, educatior Professor Colin Ferguson, musician Shane Howard, Olympic cyclist Michelle Ferris.This booklet briefly documents the history of Emmanuel College and its predecessors St Ann's and CBC and includes a list of their more prominent and well-known 'inspiring alumni'. It provides research information and window on a period of socialA4 size full colour booklet with a photograph of a white building with light brown trim and red iron roof and arched windows; four senior students (two boys and two girls) wearing school uniform are standing in the foreground. Their blazers feature the school logo. Title is white print in a red box and a sub-title at the bottom right hand side is in red print. 15 pages25 YEARS/Emmanuel College/1991-2016 Emmanuel College/Warrnambool/Celebrating 25 years/1991-2016 Built on tradition, Educating for the future.emmanuel college, convent of mercy, bishop goold, catholic schools, wyton house, brother egan, st ann's college, christian brothers college warrnambool, education, education in the warrnambool area, boyce, rosalie, ferris, michelle, gorman, lisa, howard, shane, keilar, brendan, o'dwyer, dr barry, ryan, kathryn, brown, jonathan, atkinson, david oam, coghlan, gorgi, earls, judith, o'shea, br frank, ryan, dr kevin, houlihan, sr natalie, hughes, dave, ferguson, prof colin, howard, sr adele, ryan, shaun, smith, karan, lanigan, sgt sean, melican, felicity, turner, michael, green, danielle mp, holland, nicki, o'keefe, marcia oam, o'toole, melanie, harrington, clayton, gallagher, br don, gleeson, dr laurence, gleeson, trevor, houlihan, patrick, mugavin, fr patrick

Combination of three movie films. Movie One (1950s): 00:00 – 13:14 Black and white footage of Diamond Creek firemen practising in Diamond Street in the 1950s for forthcoming demonstrations of abilities. Mentions of Gordon Brandy and Joe Hislop Running out hoses from old hose reels along Diamond Street, Diamond Creek Displays from various brigades running out and connecting hoses. Also scenes from the 1950s of Diamond Creek Fire Brigade competing in various locations around Victoria and Tasmania. Mentions of Brigade members Dave Kidd, Bruce Hackett, Ron Kirkbride, Jack Marks, Graham Upton who are prominent in these events. Members of Kyneton Fire Brigade also present. Members competing in running out hose reels, connecting hoses togethers and to hydrants then climbing towers to direct water from hose or at a target hanging above the road. Diamond Creek members identified wearing a diamond on their chest and back. Includes scenes of Scottish pipe bands at the events and significant crowds of spectators. Footage of Mel Stone and Beryl Marks, Stan Redpath and Ron Kirkbride, then Ron Kirkbride and Eric Holt viewing flower displays. Film changes to colour at Diamond Creek oval for practice with fire engine entering oval. Members depicted include Bill May, Jack Sinclair, Jim Cox, Bob Beale, Dave Kidd, Bruce Hackett and Captain Clarrie Stone. Reverts to black and white in the 1950s where the Brigade joins forces with the Diamond Valley Community Hospital for a Gala Day on the Diamond Creek Oval. Changes to colour again, possibly same event and scenes of children on bikes and scooters or with prams and carts racing around the oval. Mention of young lad Brian Laurie who has his own fire truck. Dart throwing, pony rides. Scenes with Dr Don Cordner, Gus Lyons, Vic Cohn (?) and spinning wheel and Diamond Creek School children entertain a large crowd with Maypole dancing. Movie Two (1950s): 13:25 – 19:00 This black and white film was taken by a TV film crew in the 1950s depicts a typical call out for the Diamond Creek Fire Brigade. In this case the careless action of a member of the public throwing a lighted match from a car, which can cause extensive damage. Footage features the Shire of Eltham War Memorial tower at Kangaroo Ground before it was modified with a fire spotter’s cabin. Discusses fire spotting operations from the tower. Shows a fire spotter walking around the top of the tower. A fire is detected, and the information is relayed to the nearest fire station, in this case, Diamond Creek. The telephone call is received, and the alarm sounded. Captain Clarrie Stone and firemen May and Shaw leave their workplaces and prepare for action. Scenes of running across the Main Hurstbridge road showing the shops (Shell service station and Chemist prominent). Scenes entering the fire station which has a pictorial warning covering the entire door “Only you can prevent forest fires – If you’re careless – we’re homeless!” Eric Holt pinpoints the location of the fire while Captain Clarrie Stone and Fireman Shaw take note. The advance vehicle (an FE Holden ute, rego GTE-696) leaves to assess the extent of the fire. Having assessed the fire, Fireman Shaw communicates with base showing radio with call sign VL3JZ. Eric Holt takes the call. In the meantime, Captain Clarrie Stone and Fireman Shaw undertake some limited action to address the fire. Firemen Bill May, Jim Bates and Hugh Bar (?) man the tanker. A photo portrait of Queen Elizabeth is visible hanging on the wall. They are later joined by Firemen Jim Cox, Eric DeBuse (?) and Jack Marks. The tanker is seen departing the station and diverging off before the bridge. Captain Clarrie Stone and Fireman Shaw are seen pumping water on the flames with hand pumps when the tanker arrives. The hose is unreeled, and water turned on the flames. Jack Sinclair joins the action. Jim Cox directs water to the high stuff. The fire put out, Jack Marks and Eric DeBuse wind in the hoses and the team head back to town. It’s peaceful again at the memorial tower. Movie Three (1969-1987): 19:14 – 34:34 Colour film “Fired with Dedication”, Country Fire Authority Victoria, produced by I.L. Wadeson, Commentary by A.M. Hem. Credits with CFA Victoria emblem and then placed over a view of an old-style ladder engine. Opens with the scene of a fire engine outside the Diamond Creek Fire Station then various trophies reflecting the competition success of the brigade in various track and disciplined events. Two trophies shown of particular pride to the brigade were for first place in the Torchlight Procession at the State Championships in Mildura in 1986 and also at Swan Hill in 1981. Still photo scenes of ex Captain Clarrie Stone, Brigade Captain for 21 years; ex Captain Jack Marks, 10 years; ex Captain Ian Douglas, 10 years. Cuts to scene of radio control room, January 1969, and news of a fire on the northern side of the township of Diamond Creek. With scenes of flames in bush, the narration explains that until the early 1960s the area was an orchard district which protected the town against the savagery of bushfires. But due to competition from other areas more suitable for orcharding and easier transport to Melbourne the district could no longer remain competitive, and orchards were replaced by grassed areas, which together with the bush areas were a feeding ground for fire. On 8th January 1969, high temperatures and strong north winds, were, with the carelessness of some individual all that was necessary to produce the worst fire the district had seen. Cuts to scene of blackened fields and cattle - Hundreds of hectares of grass land were blackened, and cattle had to be transported to other areas for agistment. Scene of destroyed buildings in the township – 13 houses and the public hall in the town were destroyed as was the theatre equipment which was owned by the fire brigade. The Church of England Hall and bell tower were badly damaged. The whole town could have been burnt out but for the determination, skill, and courage of the Diamond Creek Fire Brigade. Scenes of all that was left of the home on the hill on the west side of the Church of England. Also, the remains of the old Pisy (?) home on the top of the same hill near Lambert Street, and the ruined Crocker home. Cuts to a scene in the mid-1970s to mid-1980s of a house fire in Haley Street attended by the Diamond Creek Fire Brigade. Although the house was severely damaged, it was saved. Mentions that whilst assistance is appreciated, in some circumstances, those doing so are not properly dressed for fighting fires. Breathing apparatus is a must in structure fire attack. Next scene (either on Mangarook or Coventry oval) showing off four Diamond Creek Fire Brigade efficient and very expensive firefighting units. Features a forward control vehicle Toyota 4WD used for conveying task force personnel to the required areas; a Hino Model 3.2 tanker, diesel powered and carries 3,000 litres of water and has a 16 HP petrol driven pump which delivers 900 litres of water per minute; an International tanker (registration TCM-418) which carries 3,000 litres of water with pumping capacity of 600 litres per minute. The Ford diesel powered pumper (registration MXE-754) is a well-equipped vehicle with a water capacity of 1,000 litres and capable of pumping 1,900 litres of water per minute from the main pump, has many lockers which hose equipment such as breathing apparatus and various types of hose nozzles and foam making equipment. The vehicle carries 360m of 64mm diameter hose which can be laid out from the rear lockers and a portable lighting plant, an Oxy Viva resuscitator to revive smoke inhalation victims and forcible entry tools to gain access to structure fires. Views of the main pump and control panel on the vehicle. As well as the main pump, the vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary pump which allows the facility to pump whilst moving. Fire fighters must undergo constant training and hone their skills, Scenes of a training exercise using the pumper to pump from static water. First, the short lengths of suction hose are coupled, a strainer fitted to ensure debris does not foul the pump. Gauges must be constantly monitored to ensure manageable water pressures are maintained. Pressures are normally controlled to allow two fire fighters to work at each nozzle outlet. Two nozzles are tested, one adjustable jet fog type which is used on flammable gasses or within a structure fire to absorb heat. A straight jet nozzle to project water long distances to protect exposed surfaces close to a fire radiated heat. The pumper is quite a versatile vehicle in handling structure fires, but it also carries specialist equipment needed in containing hazardous chemical incidents. Cuts to scene of parade – the Diamond Creek Fire Brigade has with other neighbouring brigades participated in most town fairs and earns the respect of the watching public. It can be seen why this brigade has been so successful at disciplined contests. Views of Plenty Fire Brigade Road Rescue unit which is equipped with the “Jaws of Life” Scenes of athletic competitions – many neighbouring brigades indulge in friendly but keen competition at the Diamond Creek Town Fair. The young are also encouraged to participate in all aspects of Junior Fire Brigade activities and become tomorrow’s generation of volunteer fire fighters. Scene of the 1986 Diamond Creek Town Fair which was the last time veteran Captain Clarrie Stone BEM marched with the brigade. Clarrie was awarded the British Empire Medal for his service to the Country Fire Authority. Also, scenes of vehicles in the parade. Cuts to scene of brigade members in drill formation for inspection by Acting Chief Harry Rothsay (?) on the occasion of the opening of the new fire station extensions on August 29, 1987. Rudy Libel (?) Captain at the time. Scenes of crowds including many dignitaries of neighbouring brigades present including Lieutenant Gordon Grandy (who came down from Queensland for the occasion) and ex-Secretary David Kidd and wife Betty, also ex Captain Clarrie Stone and Mrs Nel Stone, a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary, the Reverend Jock Ryan, son of J.L Ryan, founder of the Diamond Creek Fire Brigade, Foundation Captain of the fire brigade, Keith Bradbury and Mrs Bradbury. Pauline Dick accepts a community service award for services to the CFA. Recognising over 47 and a half years of service, a presentation is made by Mr Neil Marshall, Acting Chairman of the CFA to ex Captain Clarrie Stone with response by Clarrie. Other members of the official party include Cr. Martin Wright, Shire President Wayne Phillips and local Member of Parliament, Mrs Pauline Toner. Ex foreman John Bennett is presented with a life member’s awards by Captain Rudy Libel. The camera also catches Gwen Cox, Jean Ryan and Bessie Layton (?) Provides historic footage of people, places and equipment and a record of the worst fires expoerienced in Diamond Creek in 1969BASF Standard Quality SQ E-180 VHS dubbing (poor quality) of three films Converted to MP4 file format 0:34:38, 1.85GBOn label: "Donation - August 2000 Diamond Creek Unit Old films made up from Fire Brigade shows at competitions - also Kangaroo Ground Tower being used"video recording, diamond creek fire brigade, 1986 diamond creek town fair, a.m. hem, acting chief harry rothsay, athletic competitions, beryl marks, bessie layton, betty kidd, bill may, bob beale, brian laurie, bruce hackett, captain clarrie stone, chemist, church of england hall, clarrie stone, clarrie stone bem, country fire authority victoria, coventry oval, cr. martin wright, crocker home, dart throwing, dave kidd, david kidd, diamond creek, diamond creek fire station, diamond creek oval, diamond creek school, diamond creek town fair, diamond street, diamond valley community hospital, dr don cordner, eric debuse, eric holt, fe holden ute, fire damage – buildings, fire spotter, fire spotter’s cabin, fire station extension, fired with dedication (film), firefighting units, fireman shaw, firemen jim cox, ford pumper, foundation captain, gala day, gordon brandy, gordon grandy, graham upton, gus lyons, gwen cox, haley street, hino model 3.2 tanker, house fire, i.l. wadeson, ian douglas, international tanker, j.l ryan, jack marks, jack sinclair, january 1969, jaws of life, jean ryan, jim bates and hugh bar, jim cox, joe hislop, john bennett, kangaroo ground, kangaroo ground tower, keith bradbury, kyneton fire brigade, lambert street, main hurstbridge road, mangarook oval, maypole dancing, mel stone, mildura 1986, mrs bradbury, mxe754 vic registration, neil marshall, nel stone, orchard district, oxy viva resuscitator, pauline dick, pauline toner mp, pisy home, plenty fire brigade road rescue unit, pony rides, radio control room, reverend jock ryan, ron kirkbride, rudy libel, shell service station, shire of eltham war memorial, shire president wayne phillips, spinning wheel, stan redpath, state championships, swan hill 1981, tcm418 vic registration, torchlight procession, toyota 4wd, trophies, vic cohn, victorian bushfires - 1969, vl3jz

Eltham Shire Offices 1941-1965, were located at the Corner of Arthur Street and Main Road, Eltham. The Building also incuded a community hall.Negative black and white film 120 6x6 format [Missing] One of six frames (sectioned: three continuous, two single frames and one frame missing), and Associated black and white photo printeltham, main road, arthur street, council, eltham hall, eltham shire office, shire of eltham, astor radio & tv, eltham shire council, eltham shire hall, municipal offices, shire offices, shops

Folder Contents: 1. Program (A4 Trifold double sided) - 1997 Eltham Festival, 7, 8 & 9th November 2. Newsclipping: Festival reverts to its original name, Diamond Valley News, 21 May 1997 3. Eltham Festival returns, The Advertiser, Tuesday, May 20. 1997, p3 4. Festival funding down by $30,000, unidentified paper, 1997 (Also includes story "Play but no school" re fundraiser for Challenger St Pre-School at Diamond Creek held in the Diamond Creek Community Centre.. On reverse - "Bridges to be upgraded" by Laeta Antonysen regarding replacement of dilapidated bridges in Gipson Street, Diamond Creek)Miscellanous documents and newspaper clippings1997, eltham festival, program, challenger st pre-school, diamond creek community centre, george sartels, play school (tv show), bridge construction, gipston street, diamond creek