"School at Hall's Gap studies holistic Aboriginal theology" - article by Tim Angus - "Participants at a school of Aboriginal Theology were challenged to take up a new partnership in mission by the Rev. Charles Harris, president of the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress… Charles Harris gave a quiet and determined witness to the power of the Gospel to free his people to become agents of their own destiny in spiritual, cultural and political terms."Head & shoulders, dressed casually."Rev. Charles Harris"harris, charles, aboriginal and islander christian congress

Newspaper advertisement: Leader Associated Newspapers, Eltham Centenary Supplement, March 30, 1971, Browne Bros. Saveway Newspaper article: Giving the best service; Nillumbik Mail, January 31, 2001; Description of Eltham Pharmacy which recebtly joined Fulllife Pharmacy Services, quotes from Battista Mercuri Newspaper article: Fullife service, Valley Weekly, 22 June 2005, p13, Description of Fullife Pharmacy services, Eltham. On reverse - Newspaper article: Holistic health, Valley Weekly, 22 June 2005, Description of Nillumbik Community Health Service and Newspaper advertisement: Nibble & Bake shop, Valley Weekly, 22 June 2005.main road, eltham, shops, businesses, fullife pharmacy eltham, nillumbik community health service, nibble & bake shop eltham, tina asker, browne bros. saveway (eltham), eltham pharmacy, battista mercuri

Jacana Primary School, established in 1959 and closed in 2009, was a key educational institution in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, serving generations of families during a time of significant suburban development and demographic change. By the mid-1990s, the school had become a reflection of the area’s growing cultural diversity and community spirit. Music education played an important role in the school’s curriculum and extracurricular life, with programs like the Recorder Group offering students opportunities to explore creativity, develop discipline, and participate in shared performances. The 1995 Recorder Group photograph captures this aspect of school life, highlighting the value placed on artistic expression and student involvement beyond the classroom. Set against the backdrop of a changing urban landscape, the image also provides insight into the social atmosphere of the time, including fashion, hairstyles, and the informal culture of primary education. As part of Jacana Primary’s visual archive, it contributes to a broader understanding of how public schools supported holistic development and community cohesion during the late 20th century.The 1995 photograph of the Jacana Primary School Recorder Group is a valuable historical and emotional record that reflects the school’s dedication to fostering creativity and student engagement through music education. Captured within a now-closed institution, the image showcases the vibrant spirit, cultural diversity, and nurturing environment that defined Jacana Primary School during the mid-1990s. More than a group portrait, this photograph highlights the importance of extracurricular activities in shaping well-rounded educational experiences and building community among students. It also offers a charming glimpse into the fashion, hairstyles, and social atmosphere of the time, making it a treasured keepsake for former students, staff, and the wider Jacana community. As part of the school’s visual legacy, it preserves the memory of a place that played a formative role in the lives of generations of children.2 x Colour photographs on satin finish paper, 1 x mounted on white card backing, 1 x Laminated.(Front; Bottom right corner): Fotek © (Back Blue Label): Ph-5397 jacana primary school, students, staff, education, 1995, recorder

This photograph, believed to have been taken during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic—likely held at Greenvale Reservoir in Melbourne’s northern suburbs—captures a candid moment of outdoor play among students. The image features three children engaged in recreational activities: two lying on the grass and one actively chasing a football. The relaxed setting, with trees, benches, and picnic tables in the background, reflects the informal and joyful nature of the event. Jacana Primary School, established in 1959 and closed in the early 2000s, was a vital part of the local community, known for fostering both academic excellence and strong social bonds. Annual events like the Christmas picnic were central to the school’s culture, offering opportunities for students, staff, and families to connect outside the classroom in a spirit of celebration and community. This photo serves as a visual testament to the school’s emphasis on holistic education—where play, social interaction, and community engagement were valued alongside formal learning. It also highlights the importance of outdoor spaces like Greenvale Reservoir in supporting communal activities and childhood development during that era.This photograph, taken during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic—likely held at Greenvale Reservoir—holds cultural and historical value as a visual record of community life and educational practices in Melbourne’s northern suburbs during the late 20th century. It captures a moment of informal recreation among students, reflecting the school’s emphasis on holistic development through social engagement and outdoor activity. Jacana Primary School, established in 1959 and closed in the early 2000s, played a pivotal role in shaping the educational and social landscape of the Jacana community. Events such as the annual Christmas picnic were emblematic of the school’s commitment to fostering inclusivity, connection, and celebration among students, staff, and families. The image is significant not only for its documentation of a specific event but also for its representation of broader themes in Australian public education—community involvement, the value of play, and the integration of social experiences into the school calendar. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Jacana Primary School and its contribution to the cultural fabric of the region.Colour Photograph on glossy paper in landscape formatPH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868/this paper/manufactured/by Kodakjacana primary school, christmas party, 1990, jacana

A stapled, card-covered, sixty-four-page book with loose card cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1977

A stapled, card-covered, fifty-two page book with loose card cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students at Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1973

A stapled, card-covered, forty-eight-page book with loose card cover. Oil stain bottom right of page 11 and bottom left of p.12.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1974

Plum Cottage is covered by Heritage Overelay HO256 in the Nillumbuk Planning Scheme This two-lot land holding was created as a subdivision and sold to Charles Stuart McNeil by May 1955. Sometime in the period 1955-1960, the builder-designer, John Harcourt had created a pise house on the site, straddling the two subdivision lots. The designer, John M. Harcourt was a pioneer builder in pise-de-terre and mudbrick in the Eltham Shire, Eltham being synonymous with alternative lifestyles and building practises until the onset of suburbia in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. This hipped-roof house is set high above Main Road on a V-shape plan characteristic of the Arts & Crafts style, with rammed earth or pise walls, timber joinery and a cement tiled roof. The V shape plan was used by important English and Eltham Arts & Crafts designers. The use of natural materials such as stone and timber construction is an essential part of the Arts & Crafts style and Harcourt’s work. So too is the application of the style on both the exterior and interior of the house as a holistic concept. The house adjoins the Lim Joon adobe house built and designed by Alistair Knox in the same era (HO119), thus forming a distinctive pair, both using an uncommon plan form. This house was identified in the Shire of Shire of Eltham Heritage 1992 as contributory to the Eltham Gateway Conservation Area, then proposed as an urban conservation area (now Heritage Overlay Area). Land Ownership Emily Jane Smith of 12 Woodside Street Fitzroy owned Crown Allotments 1 & 2 Sections 14, 27 by August 1918, selling to William Henry Smith of 12 Woodside Street, Nth Fitzroy May 1921. (John) James Isherwood of Main Road, Eltham owned the property by 1928 (the year of his death) with the beneficiary of his estate and next owner of this site being his widow, Minnie Maria Isherwood of Cemetery Road, Eltham. His holding in Main Road included parts of what was described in rate records as allotments1 & 2 Section E6. In the late 1930s, early 1940s her son Alfred John Isherwood was also rated for the land around this site, with the rated nett annual value varying between £2 and £5. Alfred Isherwood also lived at Main Road, Eltham with his wife Ellen: her early death at the age of 24 was reported in the Argus of 1923. Part of the Isherwood land was divided off and sold to Charles Stuart McNeil by May1955. Sometime in the period 1955-1960, the builder-designer, John Harcourt had created a pise house on the site, straddling the two subdivision lots. The house is visible on an aerial photograph from 1960s. Reputedly the house was called Plum Cottage and erected for Harcourt’s mother-in-law. A garage was added in 1959. Charles McNeil died in1971 aged 87: he was the son of Don McNeil and Margaret Arkell. Available rate records from the construction era start in the of the 1970s (1972-3) and list Mr H.C. & M/S A.V. Charity at 616 Main Road Eltham of this property with a nett annual value of $740. More recent valuer's data describes the property as lots 1 & 2 LP25668, located in the Central Riding of Eltham Shire, owned by Ann Valerie Charity and later, in 1990, by the Chincarini family. Building Description This hipped roof 11 .5 square house is set high above Main Road on a characteristic-shape plan and has rammed earth or pise walls, timber joinery and a cement tiled roof. The V-shape plan was used by Important designers such as C.F.A. Voysey (UK) who interpreted medieval domestic architecture as part of the Arts & Crafts style of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The pise walls are covered with a textured render while the cement roofing tiles are also seen in the Harcourt Hill examples. Reputedly the ceiling joists are of a deep section and span long lengths with no need for hanging beams in the roof space. The ceilings are low and panelled in main rooms with apparently Caneite soft board infill panels between the exposed ceiling beams. These are painted white but may have been stained at one time. The focus of the house is the large living area with its vast random stone fireplace. Significance Plum Cottage is significant to the locality of Eltham because: Historically: • Plum Cottage is closely associated with the important historical theme of earth construction evident in Eltham and elsewhere in the Shire since theear1y Arts & Crafts inspired creations at Penleigh Boyd's The Robins (1912, HO101) and those at Montsalvat (1934-, HO82) but more prominent from the Second War period when earth building in Eltham was promoted in national periodicals as an alternative building method that avoided the building materials shortages of that era; • The choice of the earth building technique also expresses the theme of refuge or alternative living, synonymous with Eltham in the early to mid 20th century; • as a good example of domestic architecture from John Harcourt who was the first major post Second War figure in an important phase of Eltham’s earth building development, using his characteristic Old English or Arts& Crafts style that relies in this case on the pise wall construction, pitched roof forms, exposed ceiling joists, half timbering, random stonework, and panelled internal wall finishes. Architecturally: • Plum Cottage's pise wall construction is uncommon among the early earth-walled structures in the Shire, that are mainly of adobe or mud brick, and as a building material is uncommon among the Shire’s suburban dwellings generally which are clad typically with either fired clay bricks or timber boarding. Aesthetically: • Plum Cottage is a good and well preserved example of a modern Old English or Arts & Crafts style earth-walled building in the Shire • For the proximity of the significant Lim Joon adobe house designed by Alistair Knox adjoining to the north, providing a distinctive earth wall house pair, with uncommon plan forms. Reference Heritage Assessment of Plum Cottage, 616 Main Road, Eltham; Graeme Butler & Associates 2010main road, eltham, property, houses, (john) james isherwood, alfred john isherwood, ann valerie charity, arts and crafts style, charles stuart mcneil, chincarini family, eltham gateway zone, emily jane smith, h.c. charity, heritage assessment, john harcourt, john m. harcourt, lim joon house, main road eltham, minnie maria isherwood, pise construction, plum cottage

This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s netball premiers offers a vivid and nostalgic window into a defining era of local school life. More than a record of sporting achievement, it reflects the school’s core values of participation, perseverance, and community pride. Established in 1959, Jacana Primary served as a vital educational and social hub for generations of families until its closure in the early 2000s. The image highlights the school’s dedication to nurturing well-rounded students through both academic learning and extracurricular involvement. As a cultural artifact, it captures the essence of a suburban Melbourne school community during a formative period in public education, preserving the spirit and camaraderie that shaped the lives of its students.This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s Netball premiers holds lasting cultural and historical significance as a reflection of the school’s dedication to holistic education and strong community values. Beyond capturing a moment of sporting success, the image illustrates the broader educational philosophy of the time—one that championed teamwork, resilience, and local pride. As a visual record from a school that served the Jacana community from 1959 until its closure in the early 2000s, it offers valuable insight into the social and educational landscape of suburban Melbourne during a period of growth and transformation. The photograph contributes meaningfully to the collective memory of the area, symbolising the vital role public schools played in shaping both individual lives and a shared community identity.A colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s 1979 Netball team on Matte Paper with a white borderjacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 1979, netball

This photograph, taken during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, captures a joyful and festive moment believed to have occurred at Greenvale Reservoir, a popular recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image shows a group of children seated on the grass, gathered around a person dressed as Santa Claus who is warmly engaging with them. The natural backdrop of trees and open space contributes to the relaxed, outdoor atmosphere typical of school-organised community events of the time. The picnic reflects the traditions and community spirit of Jacana Primary School, where end-of-year gatherings were an opportunity to celebrate the holiday season and strengthen connections among students, families, and staff. Greenvale Reservoir, known for its expansive grounds and family-friendly environment, provided an ideal setting for such occasions. As part of the school’s visual archive, this photograph offers insight into the social and cultural fabric of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s. It highlights the role of public schools in fostering communal celebration, childhood joy, and inclusive engagement during a formative period in the region’s history.This photograph, believed to have been taken at Greenvale Reservoir during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, is a valuable visual record of community-based educational traditions in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. It captures a moment of festive interaction between a person dressed as Santa Claus and a group of children, set against a natural outdoor backdrop. The image is significant for its representation of end-of-year school celebrations that fostered social cohesion, family involvement, and student joy. Such events were central to the school’s role as a community hub, reflecting broader educational values of inclusion, cultural celebration, and holistic development. As part of Jacana Primary School’s visual archive, this photograph contributes to a deeper understanding of how public schools supported communal identity and seasonal traditions in suburban Victoria during the early 1990s. It stands as a testament to the enduring importance of shared experiences in shaping school culture and community life.Colour photograph on glossy paper in portrait format.PH18289 (crossed out) PH4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana, jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, father christmas, santa

Jacana Primary School, established in 1959 and closed in 2009, served as a vital educational and social institution in Melbourne’s northern suburbs for fifty years. By 1997, the school had become a reflection of the area’s rich cultural diversity and evolving suburban identity. Music programs, such as the Recorder Group, played an important role in the school’s approach to inclusive and well-rounded education, offering students opportunities to explore creativity, build confidence, and contribute to school life beyond the classroom. The Recorder Group was often featured in school assemblies and community events, fostering a sense of pride and belonging among participants. This photograph captures not only the students involved but also the values of collaboration, expression, and celebration that were central to Jacana Primary’s ethos. As part of the school’s visual archive, it contributes to a broader understanding of how public education supported both personal development and community cohesion during the late 20th century.The 1997 Jacana Primary School Recorder Group photograph is a meaningful artefact that reflects the school’s dedication to fostering creativity and student participation through music. Captured during the final decade of the school’s operation, the image showcases the enthusiasm and diversity of students engaged in a shared artistic pursuit. It stands as more than a group portrait—it represents the inclusive and supportive environment that defined Jacana Primary School and its commitment to holistic education. The photograph also offers a nostalgic glimpse into the fashion and social atmosphere of the late 1990s, making it a treasured piece of local history for the school’s former students, staff, and community. Colour photograph, on Matte Photographic paper, mounted on white card.Back: (Upper left Corner) - Blue Label: PH - 2124jacana primary school, students, education, recorder group, 1997, jacana

Jacana Primary School, established in 1959 amid Melbourne’s post-war suburban expansion, was a cornerstone of the Jacana community for over four decades. Built to serve families settling in newly developed housing estates in the northern corridor, the school quickly became a hub for education, inclusion, and community connection. Its student population reflected the area’s growing diversity, with many migrant families contributing to a vibrant and evolving school culture. By the late 1980s, Jacana Primary had earned recognition not only for its academic programs but also for its strong commitment to extracurricular activities. Soccer, in particular, emerged as a defining feature of school life. It united students across cultural and social backgrounds, fostering teamwork, resilience, and a deep sense of school pride. The sport’s popularity mirrored the cultural heritage of many students, making it both a recreational and symbolic activity. The 1990 Soccer Premiers photograph captures a moment of triumph and togetherness during this dynamic period. More than a record of athletic success, it embodies the school’s values of inclusion, participation, and community spirit. It stands as a testament to Jacana Primary’s role in nurturing personal growth and social cohesion through sport. Though Jacana Primary School closed in the early 2000s, its legacy lives on in images like this—offering a window into the lived experiences of students and the social fabric of Melbourne’s northern suburbs during a time of transformation.The 1990 Soccer Premiers photograph from Jacana Primary School is a culturally and historically significant artifact that reflects the school’s role as a vital educational and social institution in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Established in 1959 during a period of rapid suburban development, Jacana Primary served a diverse and growing community, including many migrant families whose cultural backgrounds enriched the school’s identity. This image captures more than a moment of sporting success—it embodies the inclusive spirit, resilience, and camaraderie that defined Jacana Primary’s approach to education. Soccer was a central part of school life, bridging cultural divides and fostering a sense of belonging among students. The photograph stands as a testament to the school’s commitment to holistic development, where extracurricular activities played a key role in shaping character and community cohesion. Although Jacana Primary School closed in the early 2000s, its legacy endures through visual records like this one, offering valuable insight into the lived experiences of students and the evolving social fabric of Melbourne’s northern corridor during a transformative era.A colour photograph on Matte embossed photo paper.PH-5339(blue label) This paper/ Manufactured/ By Kodakjacana primary school, photograph, school photograph, education, soccer team, 1990, jacana

This 1989 colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s Teeball team captures a vibrant moment in the life of a school that served as a cornerstone of its local community from its founding in 1959 until its closure in the early 2000s. More than just a team photo, it stands as a valuable archival record, preserving the spirit and identity of the school during a time of significant social and educational change in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. This 1989 colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s Teeball team holds enduring historical and cultural value as a visual record of a school that played a pivotal role in its local community from 1959 until its closure in the early 2000s. More than a simple team portrait, the image encapsulates the spirit of the school during a period of dynamic social and educational change in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. It reflects the importance of sport in fostering community identity, student engagement, and holistic education. As part of the school’s visual archive, the photograph contributes to a broader understanding of how extracurricular activities shaped student life and strengthened community bonds, preserving the legacy of Jacana Primary for future generations.A colour photograph on Matte photograph paperBack: Top left Corner: PH-2127 (blue label) Manufacturer's Mark: Fujicolor Paperjacana primary school, photograph, school photograph, education, 1989, teeball

This photograph, taken during Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, captures a dynamic moment of outdoor play, likely held at Greenvale Reservoir—a popular recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The image shows an adult mid-kick, sending a football into the air, while other children look on or participate in the activity. The open grassy field and surrounding trees reflect the relaxed, natural setting typical of school-organised community events of the time. Such gatherings were a key part of Jacana Primary School’s end-of-year traditions, designed to celebrate the festive season and foster a sense of belonging among students, families, and staff. The inclusion of informal sports and games highlights the school’s emphasis on physical activity, social interaction, and inclusive celebration. As part of the school’s visual archive, this photograph offers insight into the recreational culture of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s. It illustrates how schools used public spaces like Greenvale Reservoir to create memorable experiences that strengthened community ties and enriched student life beyond the classroom.This photograph is a significant visual record of Jacana Primary School’s 1990 Christmas picnic, believed to have taken place at Greenvale Reservoir, a well-known recreational site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. It captures a lively moment of outdoor play, with an adult mid-kick sending a football into the air, surrounded by peers in a relaxed park setting. The image reflects the school’s commitment to fostering student well-being through physical activity and informal social interaction. Events like this picnic were central to Jacana Primary’s end-of-year traditions, promoting community spirit and inclusive celebration among students, families, and staff. As part of the school’s visual archive, this photograph contributes to a broader understanding of how public education in Victoria supported holistic development and community engagement. It stands as a testament to the enduring value of shared experiences in shaping school culture and the social fabric of suburban Melbourne in the early 1990s.A glossy colour photograph portrait formatPH18289 (crossed out) PH-4209 (crossed out) PH-4868jacana primary school, christmas picnic, 1990, jacana, education

This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers offers a nostalgic glimpse into a vibrant chapter of local school life. More than just a snapshot of sporting success, it reflects the values that underpinned the school’s ethos—participation, perseverance, and community pride. Founded in 1959, Jacana Primary served generations of families until its closure in the early 2000s, becoming a hub for both learning and local connection. The image stands as a testament to the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students through both academic and extracurricular pursuits. It also serves as a cultural time capsule, capturing the spirit of a suburban Melbourne school community during a formative era in public education.This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers holds enduring cultural and historical value as a representation of the school’s commitment to holistic education and community engagement. The image is significant not only for documenting a moment of sporting achievement but also for illustrating the broader educational philosophy of the time—one that emphasised teamwork, resilience, and local pride. As a visual record from a school that served the Jacana community from 1959 until the early 2000s, it offers insight into the social fabric of suburban Melbourne during a period of growth and change. The photograph contributes to the collective memory of the area, symbolising the role of public schools as foundational institutions in shaping both individual lives and community identity.A colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s 1979 bat tennis team. The students are dressed in various sports clothes and are arranged in rows. The teacher stands in the top right corner of the group.jacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 1979, bat tennis

A stapled, card-covered, forty-eight-page book. Shows age with damaged corners of front cover.non-fictionSchool yearbook, presenting details of the events and students of Salesian College, Rupertswood, Sunbury.salesian college, rupertswood, sunbury, yearbook, "certantes in vita", 1978