On the 17th of June, 1988, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) conducted an Arthritis Self Help Course in Warrnambool to train its regional members as volunteer Fitness Leaders. In this photo, Education and Training Coordinator, Ben Witham, demonstrates an exercise using a stretch band to three course participants. The three women depicted in the photo are (from left to right) Joan King, Liz Fry, and Jodie Gibbs. This photo appears on page 3 of the Vol 1 No 3, September 1988 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It accompanies an article titled, "Self Help goes to Warrnambool". The article reports on the Warrnambool Leaders Training Course.Black and whitle photo of four people, each doing some arm exercises using a stretch band. They are standing in front of a freestanding whiteboard, behind which there is a large blackboard along the wall, with some cupboards beneath it. There is an instruction sign attached to the whiteboard with bulldog clips, titled "TYPES OF EXERCISE".[At the top centre of the photo, there are three short pencil lines at the top of the photo: one horizontal line, with two diagonal lines forming a downward arrow shape above it] [Handwritten in black ink] JUN 17 88 B [or 13] 11A ARTHRITIS [Handwritten in blue ink] 3A [underlined] [Handwritten in pencil] 72%arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, action house, arthritis self help course, fitness leaders training course, ben witham, education and training, coordinator, joan king, liz fry, jodie gibbs, warrnambool, 1988

Soft cover book profiling a selection of 76 artists local to the Ringwood area. Front cover "Rivergums" by Roger Webber. Back cover Ernest Buckmaster and Rober Webber painting en plein air.(Back cover) "Since the 1880s, Ringwood has quietly nurtured a vibrant artistic spirit. Drawn to its rolling landscapes, bushland reserves, and meandering streams, students from the National Gallery of Victoria once ventured here to capture its beauty on canvas. As the neighbouring suburbs of Warrandyte and Eltham forged reputations as artistic hubs, Ringwood developed a creative character of its own, shaped by art groups, schools and talented individuals. This book celebrates that legacy through the lives of seventy-six artists who have connections with the Ringwood area. More than a history, this is a portrait of a community alive with creativity." Acknowledgements: "Many artists provided material on their artistic career which was appreciated. In some profiles, it may have been possible to write a separate book on the artist's life, therefore condensing it down to a page or two was difficult. Specific credits are given after each chapter but a special thanks to Gareth Syvret and Mattie Young (Maroondah City Council), Liz Seaton, Linda Besser, Kay Scott and Les Baxter. Heathmont History Group provided documentation on their artists and must be thanked, especially Gerry Robinson." Author and Designer Russ Haines OAM, using Affinity Publisher software Published by Ringwood & District Historical Society in October 2025 Funded by Maroondah City Council Arts & Cultural Grant Program Copyright: RDHS. "Where possible, permission has been sought from both the artist and owner of each work. In some instances, an image has been used from public websites, yet the copyright was not provided nor readily available. In any case, this book is considered a non-commerical research study of artists in the Ringwood area and, therefore, comes under the fair dealing exceptions listed in the Copyright Act that allows copyright material to be used without permission." CONTENTS: Ringwood Art Society, Art Shows and Competitions, Heathmont Community Bollards, Ringwood Pottery, Ringwood's Public Art. ARTISTS: Chris Adnam, Theo Anderson, Brian Armstrong, Linda Besser, Janette Bird, Curt Bjerking, Pierce Boardman, Nan Bretel, Rosalie Briant, George Browning, Ernest Buckmaster, Nola Clark, Bertha Darbyshire, Robin Dawson, Michael Dillon, Sue Dodd, Julie Fenton, Leon Ferguson, Bruce Fletcher, David Freedman, Gavin Fry, Kelly Gellatly William Gleeson, Pauline Grayling, William "Weg" Green, Liz Gridley, Tracie Grimwood, George Haddon, Thomas Ham, Louise Hearman, Linda Hibbs, Ramon Horsfield, Harry Hudson, Patricia Hunt, Ruth Jackson, Ann James, David Jamieson, Norma Kett, Martin King, Robin Kittelty-Redman, Wim Kortland, Bela Kozak, Francis Little, Evan Mackley, Barbara McCallum, Ken McFadyen, Barbara McManus, Winifred Miles, David Miller, Sally Miller, Jack Montgomery, David Moore, Graham Moore, Simon Normand, Trevor Opray, John Ford Patterson, Peter Pavey, Barbara Peake, Herman Pekel, Diana Platt, Anne Randles, Wayne Rankin, Charles Robb, Margaret Robbie, Hal Rooney, Les Sands, Kay Scott, Gordon Speary, Simone Thomson, Jack Truscott, William Unsworth, Olive Walls, Deb Webb, Judy Webber, Roger Webber, Charles Wilton.

This book was created for the centenary celebration of the Ringwood State School No. 2997, located on Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood, Victoria. Construction began on the new building in 1921. The building centenary celebration was held at that site, now Maroondah Federation Estate, on 12th November, 2022, a year later than expected due to the Covid epidemic.Collage of students' class photographs and Ringwood State School logo on front of yellow soft-cover book, containing multiple contributors' photographs and written memories.Acknowledgements: First and foremost, the people who provided personal stories are to be congratulated, having contributed intimate memories and photographs. This is their book. Contributors include: Russ Haines Thomas Guest Bill Adolphson Lindsay Adolphson Kerri Kirby (Mathieson) Glenda Oliver (Pottenger) Ian McCleave Dawn Rees (nee Riedel) Linda Cuthill Russ Read Marie Gribben Sir Ronald East Jennie Roe Coral Powell Liz Seaton Stan Mathieson Alan Rittman Denise (White) Wilson Ian Wilton Neville Burns Marion Tremlett (nee Hayward) Gavin Fry Lynette Broadway-Hill James Rogers Suzanne Strout (nee Rogers) Patricia Rogers Peter Fry Malcolm Hugh Powell

The university of Ballarat Town and Gown was held on 26 October 2000 at the Ballarat North Football Club.Twenty three coloured photographs of the University of Ballarat Town and Gown Dinner, 2000. .11 - Three men wearing suits and ties stand holding glasses. L-R: ? , Doug McKnight, Bruce Clark.university of ballarat, town and gown, bruce clark, doug mcknight, richard king, david nicholson, philip candy, peter fryar, fryar, sue trelair, claire bell, jack barker, e.j. barker, martin westbrooke, stafford mcknight, paul jenkins, anne fennell, bill gribble, andrew berryman, garry taylor, fiona caro, david caro, weston bate, peter blackmore, peter morey, alistair heighway, val d'angri, darren cheesman, liz sheedy, jeannie king, val runyan, wayne muir, graeme beanland, louise hargreaves, rupert bowd, anne fry, margaret stewart, peter mansfield, clare gervasoni, anne beggs sunter, university women

Coloured photo of Workers on Open Day 2001 in Local History Room: L-R Front Row: Gordon Keene, Barbara McColl, Joan Henwood: 2nd Row: Elizabeth Ligeti, Judith Fry, Barbara Keene, Barbara Gardiner, Margaret Skey, Frances Warren, Valda Arrowsmith: 3rd Row: Ivan Holt, June Venouras, Magdalena Bognor, Back Row: Geoff Saunders, Bill Gray, Peter Simmenauer, Robert Smith, Barbara Rogalski (Background: Liz Ogden).mccoll, barbara, henwood, joan, keene, gordon, ligeti, elizabeth, fry, judith, gardiner, skey, margaret, warren, frances, arrowsmith, valda, holt, ivan, bognor, magdalena, gray, bill, simmenauer, peter, smith, robert, rogalski, ogden, liz, nunawading & district historical society, heritage festival 2001, ventouras june, saunders, geoff

From Rosemary Cameron - This quilt has been made in 100% wool to celebrate the diversity, durability and beauty of pure wool, especially the lightweight cool wools. The woollen patches were kindly donated by Mr. David Jones, managing Director of Fletcher Jones and Staff which were pre-cut samples of European Fabrics in various weights, textures and colours. I had the task of creating a design around the fabrics available, some of which I only had to sample. I chose to surround my design with dark shades to encompass at the top of the quilt, the lightness of the sky and the trees, in the middle the warmth of summer, the dryness of central Australia and at the bottom the rick tones of Opals, our mineral wealth and the internal heart of earth. To add excitement and texture to this design I chose 31 Australian Wildflowers including all the Australian Floral Emblems, some unusual wildflowers and favourite small wildflowers. Twice life size, these flowers have been made of silk wool and cotton, embroidered, painted and beaded by our creative and talented Hamilton Quilters, their results are fantastic! The brilliance and timeless quality of these Australian Wildflowers intensify and complement the colours of the Wool Quilt. The Quilt was hand pieced and hand quilted at quilting bees. It has a woollen batting, binding and backing which was a delight to work with and very easy to quilt. The flowers were assembled and attached in small working bees. To the fifty-two Hamilton Quilters who have worked on this quilt for six months thank you for you hard work and creativity especially Joan H. Lyons for her time, enthusiasm and knowledge when difficulties arose. Joan M. Lyons has worked with me on various stages of this Quilt, her help and support has been tremendous. To my family who have tolerated scraps of wool and silk, photographs, wildflower books and specimens and drawings which have at times almost taken over our house, a year from ideas to completion, thank you for your support and help in many ways.Multi coloured patchwork quilt with native flowers protruding from centre in a diamond shape.Embroidered on back - "The Celebration Quilt" Made in 1990 by The Hamilton Quilters, Designed by Rosemary A.O. Cameron. Made of Pure Wool. Beryl Anderson, Joan Askew, Bett Basham, Marilyn Baulch, Rau Blaby, Pauline Boyd, Aileen Beckwith, Dorothy Beveridge, Ros Brommell, Rosemary Cameron, Gwen Cook, Anne Cordner, Kaylene Cowland, Elaine Denby, Barbara Dolman, Rosalie Duffield, Helen Fry, Glennys Gardner, Nola Gunning, Margaret Irvine, Bev Jeffrey, Emma Jensen, Betty Lacy, Helen Lampard, Joan H. Lyons, Joan M. Lyons, Elaine McDonald, Carole McEwan, Joy McLeod, Joyce McLeod, Mary May, Joan Mallinson, Susan Mason, Anne Menzel, Val Mills, Betty O’Brien, Di Pettigrew, Therese Read, Sherry Robertson, Lee Rowland, Irene Saddler, Nanette Templeton, Glenys Tindall, Liz Wallis, Ruth Walter, Marion Warburton. Alison Waterman, Pat Wilmot, Nola Malcolm, Ann Nicholls, Margaret Rowe, Jill Hillier.celebration, flowers, hamilton quilters, quilt, native flowers