Laurie Griffiths holds up the Margaret Strang Award, which was awarded to him and his late wife, Ida for their contributions in supporting the activities of the Foundation. Seated at the table beside him is Dr Roderick Strang, who created the award in memory of his wife Margaret. The award honours "people who have made an outstanding personal achievement in the face of difficulty resulting from their arthritis or musculoskeletal condition" (Musculoskeletal Health Australia).B&W photo of two men sitting at a large round table. On the table, there are several wine glasses, and plates with cutlery. One of the men is holding a framed award. In the background, groups of people are seated at several other tables.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Mr Laurie Griffiths holds the Margaret Strang Award while Dr Rod Strang who created the award looks on. The award was made ^ to Laurie and his late wife Ida for supporting Foundation activities to help people with rheumatic diseases.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, margaret strang award, laurie griffiths, ida griffiths, dr roderick strang, rheumatic diseases, musculoskeletal condition, 1980s

On Thursday the 2nd of December, 1976, the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria held a Wine Tasting and Smorgasboard fundraising event at the Green Room Club in Albert Park. It was attended by around 120 members and friends. This photo depicts several couples on the dancefloor during the event. In the foreground are Dr Strang and Laurie Griffiths, each dancing with a dancing partner. This photo appears on page 8 of the Vol 3, December 1976 edition of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria's quarterly newsletter, News Review. It accompanies a brief article titled, "Wine Tasting and Smorgasboard". The photo is captioned: "Everybody enjoyed the dancing and our candid camera caught some well known R.A.A.V. personalities 'tripping the light fantastic'. Photo: Ben Bax-ter." Beneath the article and photos is some information about the Photographer. Under the title "Photographs..." appears the text: "Ben Baxter is R.A.A.V.'s official Photographer and we are indeed fortunate to have obtained his expertise on a voluntary basis. If you wish to purchase any of the Photographs appearing in News Review, con-tack [sic] the Editor direct through the R.A.A.V. Office."B&W photo of several couples dancing on a dance floor at an indoor venue. In the background, there is a brick wall and a curtained window.[Handwritten in light blue ink] 55% Pic "B" [Handwritten in dark blue ink] Dr Stang [sic] dancing with Laurie Griffiths dancing with [Handwritten in black ink] Wine Tasting at Green Room Club 2/12/76rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, wine tasting, smorgasboard, fundraising, dr strang, laurie griffiths, dancing, dance partner, dance floor, green room club, albert park, ben baxter, photographer, news review, 1976

A Research Strategies Workshop, held at Action House on the 23rd and 24th of February, 1979. An article covering the event was written by the Chairman of RAAV, Dr R Strang, titled "Affiliation of RAAV with AARF". The article appears on page 3 of the Vol. 12, March 1979 edition of RAAV's News Review. The text in the sub-heading is as follows: "One of the objectives in the constitution of R.A.A.V., is to seek affiliation with the A.A.R.F. This had the aim of providing in Australia a union of community organizations dedicated to the fight against ar-thritis." As well as meetings with the Australian Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation (AARF), there were several meetings held over a period of four days, beginning on Friday the 23rd of February. These included meetings with representatives from the various state associations, the Research Committee of the Australian Rheumatism Association, and the AARF Scientific Advisory Committee.B&W photo of a group of people sitting around some tables placed in a large square formation. One person is sitting on the inside of the square table formation. There are several documents on every table. On one table, there is an ashtray and a square tape recorder with its own cover - one of the operational buttons is depressed. In the background, there is a large mirror on the wall, on which a reflection of two windows with blinds is evident. Next to the mirror is a piece of fabric hanging over the top of a display board or room divider (partially obscured).[Handwritten in pencil] ARRF MEET SATrheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, australian arthritis and rheumatism foundation, aarf, research strategies, workshop, scientific advisory committee, action house, royal talbot rehabilitation centre, dr strang, article, affiliation of raav with aarf, news review, 1979

A Research Strategies Workshop, held at Action House on the 23rd and 24th of February, 1979. An article covering the event was written by the Chairman of RAAV, Dr R Strang, titled "Affiliation of RAAV with AARF". The article appears on page 3 of the Vol. 12, March 1979 edition of RAAV's News Review. The text in the sub-heading is as follows: "One of the objectives in the constitution of R.A.A.V., is to seek affiliation with the A.A.R.F. This had the aim of providing in Australia a union of community organizations dedicated to the fight against ar-thritis." As well as meetings with the Australian Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation (AARF), there were several meetings held over a period of four days, beginning on Friday the 23rd of February. These included meetings with representatives from the various state associations, the Research Committee of the Australian Rheumatism Association, and the AARF Scientific Advisory Committee.B&W photo of a group of people standing outside a brick building, chatting. Some are holding a cup and saucer in their hands. There is a plaque on the exterior brick wall, containing the text, "RHEUMATISM AND ARTHRITIS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA ACTION HOUSE OFFICIALLY OPENED ON ... BY HIS EXCELLENCY THE HONOURABLE SIR HENRY WINNEKE...".[Handwritten in pencil] ARA AT COFFEErheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, australian arthritis and rheumatism foundation, aarf, research strategies, workshop, scientific advisory committee, action house, royal talbot rehabilitation centre, dr strang, article, affiliation of raav with aarf, news review, 1979

A Research Strategies Workshop was held at Action House on the 23rd and 24th of February, 1979. This is one of two photos accompanying an article written by the Chairman of RAAV, Dr R Strang titled, "Affiliation of RAAV with AARF". The article appears on page 3 of the Vol. 12, March 1979 edition of RAAV's News Review. The text in the sub-heading is as follows: "One of the objectives in the constitution of R.A.A.V., is to seek affiliation with the A.A.R.F. This had the aim of providing in Australia a union of community organizations dedicated to the fight against ar-thritis." As well as meetings with the Australian Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation (AARF), there were several other meetings held over a period of four days, beginning on Friday the 23rd of February. These included meetings with representatives from the various state associations, the Research Committee of the Australian Rheumatism Association, and the AARF Scientific Advisory Committee. This photo is captioned: "Members of the A.R.A. attended the Research Strategies Workshop at Action House with Chairman, Dr. Ken Muirden at the head of the table."B&W photo of a group of people sitting around some tables placed in a large square formation. Some people are sitting on the inside of the square table formation. There are several documents on every table. In the background, there is a large television set on a stand, with an open box on top of a small table next to it. There are also two windows with blinds.[Handwritten in pencil] ARA FRIDAY Scie T [somewhat illegible]rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, australian arthritis and rheumatism foundation, aarf, research strategies, workshop, scientific advisory committee, action house, royal talbot rehabilitation centre, dr ken muirden, chairman, dr strang, article, affiliation of raav with aarf, news review, 1979

A Research Strategies Workshop, held at Action House on the 23rd and 24th of February, 1979. This is one of two photos accompanying an article written by the Chairman of RAAV, Dr R Strang, titled "Affiliation of RAAV with AARF". The article appears on page 3 of the Vol. 12, March 1979 edition of RAAV's News Review. The text in the sub-heading is as follows: "One of the objectives in the constitution of R.A.A.V., is to seek affiliation with the A.A.R.F. This had the aim of providing in Australia a union of community organizations dedicated to the fight against ar-thritis." As well as meetings with the Australian Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation (AARF), there were several meetings held over a period of four days, beginning on Friday the 23rd of February. These included meetings with representatives from the various state associations, the Research Committee of the Australian Rheumatism Association, and the AARF Scientific Advisory Committee. This photo is captioned: "Members of the A.A.R.F. Executive Committee Meeting at Action House. At the head of the table on the right, Dr. Steven Malazzo, Chairman and on the left Mr Douglas Hughes, Honorary Secretary."B&W photo of a group of people sitting around some tables placed in a large square formation. There are several documents on every table. In the background, there is a large television set on a stand, with a small table next to it. A briefcase has been placed on top of the television. On top of the table is a large rectangular item with a cover placed over it, an open AIWA (consumer electronics brand) box, and other miscellaneous items. There are also two windows with blinds.[Handwritten in pencil] ARRF MEET SAT Members of the A.R.A. attending the Research Strategies Workshop at Action House with Chairman, Dr. Ken Muirden at the head of the table. [Handwritten in pencil beneath "Dr. Ken Muirden", in smaller a smaller sized font] members of therheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, australian arthritis and rheumatism foundation, aarf, research strategies, workshop, scientific advisory committee, action house, royal talbot rehabilitation centre, dr steven malazzo, chairman, mr douglas hughes, honorary secretary, dr strang, article, affiliation of raav with aarf, news review, 1979

On Thursday the 2nd of December 1976, the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria held a Wine Tasting and Smorgasboard fundraising event at the Green Room Club in Albert Park. It was attended by around 120 members and friends. In this photo, Bob Glasson (centre) poses for a photo after drawing the winning raffle ticket, with raffle prize winner Janet Handley (left), and Margaret Strang (right). The photo appears on page 8 of the Vol 3, December 1976 issue of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria's quarterly newsletter, News Review. It accompanies a brief article titled, "Wine Tasting and Smorgasboard". It is captioned, "Mrs Margaret Strang (Right) ably assisted by Bob Glasson, congratulating Janet Handley on winning the raffle. Photo: Ben Baxter." Beneath the article and photos is some information about the Photographer: "Ben Baxter is R.A.A.V.'s official Photographer and we are indeed fortunate to have obtained his expertise on a voluntary basis. If you wish to purchase any of the Photographs appearing in News Review, con-tack the Editor direct through the R.A.A.V. Office."B&W photo of a man holding a large metal fruit bowl, from which raffle tickets are being drawn. Two women stand on either side of him. In the background, there are several people seated at tables. They are in a wood-panelled room with some large windows to one side.[Handwritten in light blue ink] 55% "C" [Handwritten in black ink] Janet Handley - won raffle. [Handwritten in dark blue ink] Bob Glasson Mrs Margaret Strang [Handwritten in black ink] Wine Tasting at Green Room Club 2 December 1976rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, wine tasting, smorgasboard, fundraising, dr strang, laurie griffiths, dancing, dance partner, dance floor, green room club, albert park, ben baxter, photographer, news review, 1976

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